TECO Electric & Machinery CU-16 Magnetic Contactor

Description:

The TECO Electric & Machinery CU-16 Magnetic Contactor is used to switch and control three-phase electric motors and industrial power circuits in low-voltage control systems. Commonly installed in motor starters, pump control panels, compressors, conveyors, HVAC equipment, machine tools, and industrial automation systems requiring reliable electromagnetic switching. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this part for repair, retrofit, expansion, or replacement of industrial motor control systems.

Applications:

The TECO Electric & Machinery CU-16 is a three-pole magnetic contactor designed for frequent switching of AC motors and industrial loads. It provides dependable motor starting and stopping while integrating with thermal overload relays for complete motor protection. The contactor is widely used in manufacturing facilities, water and wastewater treatment plants, HVAC systems, refrigeration equipment, compressors, pumps, conveyors, and industrial automation panels where reliable motor control is essential. 

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: TECO Electric & Machinery Co., Ltd.
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): CU-16
• Product Type: Magnetic Contactor
• Contactor Type: Three-Pole AC Magnetic Contactor
• Rated Operational Current (AC-3): 16 A
• Rated Operational Voltage: Up to 690 VAC
• Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui): 690 VAC
• Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp): 6 kV
• Number of Main Contacts: 3 Normally Open (3NO)
• Auxiliary Contacts: Optional auxiliary contact blocks available
• Coil Voltage: Available in multiple AC and DC coil voltage options (220 VAC configuration commonly used)
• Frequency: 50/60 Hz
• Mounting Style: DIN Rail or Panel Mount
• Mechanical Life: Up to 10 million operations
• Electrical Life: Up to 1 million operations (application dependent)
• Compatible Overload Relays: TECO RHU Series Thermal Overload Relays
• Standards: IEC 60947-4-1, UL, CSA, CE, RoHS (series dependent)
• Compatible Equipment: Motor starters, pumps, compressors, conveyors, HVAC systems, refrigeration equipment, machine tools, fans, blowers, and industrial control panels.

Common Replacements:

• TECO CU-18
• TECO CN-18
• TECO CU-25