Why Choose the Lovato P1MB3PC16 Miniature Circuit Breaker?
The Lovato P1MB3PC16 is a reliable three-pole miniature circuit breaker (MCB) designed to protect electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits. As part of the established Lovato P1MB modular circuit protection range, it provides dependable protection for industrial control panels, commercial distribution boards and OEM machinery.
This miniature circuit breaker combines a 16 A rated current, C tripping characteristic and 10 kA short-circuit breaking capacity. The C curve allows moderate starting currents without unnecessary tripping, making the breaker suitable for circuits supplying small motors, transformers, solenoids and other inductive electrical loads.
Designed for operation on 230/400 V AC systems, the P1MB3PC16 occupies three DIN modules and mounts directly onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail. Its robust thermal-magnetic mechanism, long operating life and dependable day-to-day performance make it a practical choice for professional industrial and commercial installations.
Key Advantages
- Dependable three-pole miniature circuit breaker for three-phase electrical systems.
- 16 A rated current suitable for control, distribution and equipment circuits.
- C tripping characteristic accommodates moderate starting and inrush currents.
- 10 kA breaking capacity provides reliable short-circuit protection.
- Simultaneous switching and protection across all three poles.
- Compact three-module design conserves valuable enclosure space.
- Quick installation onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
- Compliant with recognised IEC, EN, UL and CSA standards.
Key Features
- Lovato P1MB miniature circuit breaker series.
- Three-pole (3P) configuration.
- 16 A rated current.
- C tripping curve.
- 10 kA short-circuit breaking capacity.
- 230/400 V AC rated operational voltage.
- 440 V rated insulation voltage.
- 4 kV rated impulse withstand voltage.
- 50/60 Hz rated frequency.
- Current-limiting class 3.
- Thermal-magnetic tripping mechanism.
- Three DIN modules wide.
- Standard 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
- Front protection rating of IP20.
Reliable Protection for Three-Phase Electrical Circuits
Miniature circuit breakers automatically disconnect electrical circuits when excessive current is detected. Thermal protection responds to sustained overload conditions, while magnetic protection provides rapid disconnection during a short circuit. This combined protection helps safeguard conductors, electrical equipment and connected machinery.
The Lovato P1MB3PC16 protects and disconnects all three poles simultaneously. Its C curve characteristic makes it suitable for circuits containing equipment with moderate starting currents, including motors, transformers, contactor coils, solenoids and industrial automation components.
Typical Applications
- Industrial control panels and switchboards.
- Three-phase control and auxiliary circuits.
- Control transformers and power supplies.
- Contactor, relay and solenoid circuits.
- Small motors and inductive electrical loads.
- Industrial automation systems.
- Commercial electrical distribution boards.
- OEM machinery and production equipment.
