ABB MS165-16 Manual Motor Starter

ABB MS165-16 Manual Motor Starter is a 3‑pole manual motor protector and disconnect designed for reliable control of 3‑phase motors in industrial panels, rated to carry 16 A on the main circuit. The unit supports a main circuit voltage up to 690 V AC and 250 V DC, with a thermomagnetic overload that provides adjustable protection from 10 to 16 A and a fixed trip class of 10, ensuring fast response to overload conditions. It uses screw terminals for wiring, offers a clear status indication for short‑circuit trips, and includes a lockable handle for safe manual operation. Weighing about 0.95 kg and dimensions around 142.65 mm in height, 55 mm in width, and 122.1 mm in depth, it fits compactly in standard control panels while delivering robust performance. The MS165‑16 carries UL/CSA general‑use ratings up to 600 V AC, operates at 50/60 Hz, and tolerates ambient temperatures from -25 to +60 C (with storage down to -50 C and up to +80 C). As part of ABB’s MS165 family, it is commonly employed to start and protect motors in applications such as conveyors, pumps, and fans, offering adjustable overload settings tailored to a motor’s full‑load current and a dependable mechanical disconnect when needed.