Why Choose the Lovato P2MB1PC100 Miniature Circuit Breaker?
The Lovato P2MB1PC100 is a robust single-pole miniature circuit breaker (MCB) designed to protect electrical circuits against overloads and short circuits. Part of the Lovato Electric P2 MB modular protection range, it provides dependable thermal-magnetic protection for industrial machinery, control panels and higher-current power-distribution applications.
Featuring a 100 A rated current, C tripping curve and 10 kA short-circuit breaking capacity, the P2MB1PC100 is suitable for circuits supplying equipment with moderate starting currents. Its C characteristic helps tolerate normal inrush conditions from motors, transformers and other inductive loads while maintaining effective fault protection.
The breaker has a 1P configuration, occupies 1.5 DIN modules and supports operational voltages of 230/400 V AC or up to 80 V DC. High-capacity screw terminals, a wide operating-temperature range and standard 35 mm DIN rail mounting make it suitable for demanding commercial and industrial installations.
Key Advantages
- Provides dependable overload and short-circuit protection.
- 100 A rated current for higher-capacity electrical circuits.
- C tripping curve accommodates moderate equipment starting currents.
- 10 kA short-circuit rating for reliable fault interruption.
- Suitable for both AC and DC circuit protection.
- Compact 1.5-module DIN rail design for professional panel installations.
Key Features
- Lovato Electric P2 MB miniature circuit breaker.
- Single-pole configuration.
- 100 A rated current.
- C curve thermal-magnetic tripping characteristic.
- 10 kA IEC short-circuit breaking capacity.
- 230/400 V AC rated operational voltage.
- Suitable for up to 80 V DC.
- 10,000 electrical operating cycles.
- 10,000 mechanical operating cycles.
- Large terminals for conductors up to 50 mm².
- Standard 35 mm DIN rail mounting.
Reliable High-Current Circuit Protection
The Lovato P2MB1PC100 continuously monitors current flowing through the protected conductor and disconnects the supply when an overload or short circuit occurs. Its thermal release responds to sustained overcurrent conditions, while the magnetic release provides rapid interruption during severe short-circuit faults.
The C curve characteristic makes this breaker suitable for circuits feeding equipment with moderate inrush currents, including motors, transformers, lighting systems and industrial control equipment. Its 10 kA breaking capacity allows substantial prospective fault currents to be interrupted safely when the breaker is correctly selected and installed.
Typical Applications
- Industrial control panels and switchboards.
- Machinery and OEM electrical systems.
- Commercial power-distribution boards.
- Motor and transformer supply circuits.
- Lighting and heating distribution systems.
- AC and low-voltage DC circuit protection.
