140MC2EB16

Overview of Allen-Bradley 140M-C2E-B16 Motor Protection Circuit Breaker

The Allen-Bradley 140M-C2E-B16 is a motor protection circuit breaker designed to provide reliable overload, short-circuit, and disconnect protection for motors. It features an adjustable thermal current range from 1 to 1.6 Amps and is housed in a frame size C enclosure. This breaker includes a standard magnetic trip fixed at 13 times the rated current and complies with IEC and UL standards for motor control and protection.

Key Features of 140M-C2E-B16

• Adjustable thermal current: 1 to 1.6 Amps.
• Frame Size C with 16 Ampere thermal rating.
• Standard magnetic trip fixed at 13 x rated current for short-circuit protection.
• Rated operational current of 16 A.
• UL508 and IEC 60947-4-1 compliant for motor protection & manual control.
• Overload protection with trip class 10 (trips within 10 seconds).
• Screw terminals for main circuit connections.
• Built-in trip and test indication for visual overload confirmation.
• Mechanical life of 100,000 operations, electrical life of 5,000 operations.
• IP2X protection from front when terminals are wired.
• Operating temperature range: -25 to 60°C (-13 to 140°F).
• Compact dimensions: Width - 45 mm, Height - 90 mm, Depth - 74.5 mm.

Technical Specifications

Applications / Use Cases

The 140M-C2E-B16 motor protection circuit breaker is ideal for small to medium motor protection in industrial automation, HVAC systems, pumps, and other machinery. Its certification and trip characteristics ensure reliable protection, minimizing downtime and equipment damage.