{"product_id":"allen-bradley-1489-m3c160","title":"1489-M3C160","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview of Allen Bradley 1489-M3C160\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe Allen Bradley 1489-M3C160 is a 3-pole miniature circuit breaker designed for reliable circuit protection in various industrial environments. Rated at 16 amps and compatible with voltages up to 480Y\/277V AC (UL\/CSA) and 400V AC (IEC\/EN), it effectively safeguards electrical circuits from overloads and short circuits. The breaker features a Trip Curve C, which provides balanced protection suitable for general-purpose applications with moderate inrush currents. Compact in size yet highly durable, the 1489-M3C160 meets UL 489 standards for safety and performance, making it a trusted component for industrial control panels, machinery, and automation systems.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features of Allen Bradley 1489-M3C160\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3-pole configuration for multi-phase circuit protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRated current of 16 amps ensuring reliable electrical load handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTrip Curve C, ideal for general-purpose industrial applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for voltage ratings up to 480Y\/277V AC (UL\/CSA) and 400V AC (IEC\/EN)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUL 489 compliance ensuring safety and industry-standard performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact dimensions suitable for tight panel installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThermal-magnetic trip unit for accurate protection against overloads and short circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh interrupting rating to manage fault currents safely\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReliable and consistent operation under varying load conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specs of 1489-M3C160\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNumber of Poles\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eRated Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e16 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eTrip Curve\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCurve C\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVoltage Rating (UL\/CSA)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e480Y\/277 V AC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eVoltage Rating (IEC\/EN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e400 V AC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFrequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e50-60 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStandards\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUL 489\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMounting Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDIN Rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications \/ Use Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe Allen Bradley 1489-M3C160 circuit breaker is ideal for protecting three-phase electrical circuits in industrial automation, manufacturing, and commercial power distribution systems. Its 16-amp rating and C-type trip curve make it suitable for applications with moderate inrush currents, such as motor loads, lighting circuits, and control panels. This breaker ensures operational safety by preventing damage from overloads and short circuits, thus minimizing downtime and maintenance costs. 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