Description
The PKZM0-16 Motor Protection Circuit Breaker represents advanced electrical protection technology specifically designed for Virtus Equipment and ZERMA America material processing systems. This industrial-grade motor protective device ensures optimal electrical system performance by providing comprehensive overload and short-circuit protection critical for safe and efficient operation of shredders and granulators in demanding industrial applications.
Technical Specifications:
SKU: 80004460
Manufacturer: Eaton (Moeller Series)
Model: PKZM0-16
Current Rating: 16A continuous
Adjustable Overload Range: 10A - 16A
Number of Poles: 3-pole
Voltage Rating: 690V AC maximum
Short-Circuit Breaking Capacity: 50kA at 400V AC, 50kA at 230V AC
Motor Rating at AC-3, 400V: 7.5kW
Motor Rating at AC-3, 230V: 4kW
Motor Rating at 440V: 9kW
Motor Rating at 500V: 9kW
Motor Rating at 690V: 12.5kW
Connection Type: Screw terminals
Mounting: DIN rail (35mm) with screw and snap fitting
Protection Class: IP20 (finger-safe according to VDE 0106)
Dimensions: 93mm (H) x 45mm (W) x 76mm (D)
Weight: 0.292 kg (0.64 lbs)
Operating Temperature: Standard industrial range
Trip Class: Class 10 thermal overload protection
Certifications: CE, UL, CSA, IEC/EN 60947-4-1, VDE 0660
Standards Compliance: IEC/EN 60947, UL 60947-4-1, CSA-C22.2 No. 60947-4-1-14
Key Features:
Thermal-Magnetic Protection: Combines overload and short-circuit protection in a single compact device for comprehensive motor safeguarding
Adjustable Overload Range: Configurable thermal trip setting from 10A to 16A allows precise matching to motor requirements
High Breaking Capacity: 50kA short-circuit breaking capacity at 400V provides robust protection against fault conditions
Phase Failure Sensitivity: Detects and protects against phase loss conditions that can damage three-phase motors
Rotary Knob Operation: Intuitive control with ON/OFF/TRIPPED indication and lockable OFF position for enhanced safety
DIN Rail Mounting: Standard 35mm DIN rail installation enables quick integration into control panels
Tool-Free Accessory Installation: Compatible with auxiliary contacts, shunt trips, and other accessories without requiring tools
IE3 Motor Compatible: Specifically designed for use with high-efficiency IE3 motors in modern industrial applications
Compact Design: Space-saving 45mm width optimizes control panel layout efficiency
Applications: Essential for motor protection in Virtus Equipment and ZERMA America shredders and granulators. Critical for preventing motor damage from overload conditions, locked-motor starting, phase failure, and short circuits while enabling quick fault recovery. Ideal for recycling facilities, manufacturing plants, and waste management operations requiring reliable motor protection in material processing equipment up to 7.5kW at 400V. Perfect for applications where precise electrical system protection is essential for equipment longevity, operational safety, and minimizing downtime. Suitable for integration into motor starter combinations with DIL contactor series, control panels, power distribution systems, and various machinery requiring three-phase motor protection. Particularly well-suited for protecting high-efficiency IE3 motors in demanding industrial environments.
