{"product_id":"allen-bradley-140mp-a3e-b40","title":"140MP-A3E-B40","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview of Allen Bradley 140MP-A3E-B40\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe Allen Bradley 140MP-A3E-B40 is a Motor Protection Circuit Breaker (MPCB) designed to provide reliable protection for motors against overload and short-circuit conditions. It is part of the Bulletin 140MP family, known for their thermomagnetic trip units that combine adjustable thermal and fixed magnetic protection. The 140MP-A3E-B40 model features a current adjustment range of 2.5 to 4 amperes, suitable for small to medium motor applications. It supports motor protection up to 690V and offers excellent short-circuit interrupting capacity of up to 18 kA at 480\/600 Volts. The product is suitable for manual motor control, including motor start-stop functions and fault protection, making it ideal for robust industrial environments. Its compact dimensions and IP2X degree of protection ensure it can fit well into various control panels while maintaining high safety standards.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features of Allen Bradley 140MP-A3E-B40\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent adjustment range from 2.5 to 4 A for flexible motor protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermomagnetic trip unit combines adjustable thermal and fixed magnetic protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated operational voltage up to 690V, suitable for various industrial systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort-circuit interrupting capacity of 18 kA at 480\/600V ensures high fault tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact frame size (Frame A) with 3 poles and screw terminal connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual motor starter functionality with a turn-handle control element\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Allen Bradley Bulletin 100-C and 100-K contactors for integrated motor starters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDegree of protection IP2X for safety against accidental contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight design at approximately 0.28 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConforms to UL listed manual motor controller standards and suitable for Group installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specs of 140MP-A3E-B40\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Current Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 to 4 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Operation Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 690V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort-Circuit Breaking Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 kA @ 480\/600 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDegree of Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP2X\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurn handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrame A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (HxWxD)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90 x 45 x 85.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.28 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUL Listed as Manual Motor Controller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications \/ Use Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe Allen Bradley 140MP-A3E-B40 is ideal for motor control and protection in industrial automation setups. It is commonly used in manufacturing plants, assembly lines, HVAC systems, and pumping stations where reliable motor protection is critical. Its adjustable current range allows for precise overload protection for various motor sizes. This device is well-suited for manual motor starter applications, providing quick and dependable motor stop-start control coupled with short-circuit and overload safety. It is compatible with other Allen Bradley contactors for easy integration into motor starter combinations. Maintenance teams often prefer this model for easy installation and dependable operation in demanding environments. 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