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ABB tf96-78 thermal overload relay 65a - 78a
MPN: 1SAZ911201R1004
Alt. SKU: TF96-78
Why Choose the TF96-78 [1SAZ911201R1004]
The TF96-78 thermal overload relay provides cost-effective electromechanical protection for main circuit motors, ensuring reliable and rapid response to overloads and phase failures. Rated with a trip class 10, it features temperature compensation, a normally closed trip contact, a normally open signal contact, and selectable automatic or manual reset options. Additional functionalities include a trip-free mechanism, integrated STOP function, and clear trip indication. Designed for direct mounting on corresponding block contactors, compatible single mounting kits are available as accessories to facilitate installation.
Technical Specification
- Function: Electromechanical thermal overload relay with trip class 10 for motor protection against overload and phase failure.
- Rated Current: 65 to 78 A adjustable setting range, with maximum operational current 78 A.
- Operational Voltage: Main circuit up to 690 V AC / 440 V DC; auxiliary circuit up to 600 V AC/DC.
- Contact Configuration: 3 poles protected; 1 normally closed (NC) trip contact and 1 normally open (NO) signal contact.
- Insulation Voltage: Rated insulation voltage 690 V; impulse withstand voltage 6 kV (auxiliary), 8 kV (main circuit).
- Protection Rating: Housing IP20; main circuit terminals IP10.
- Terminal Types and Sizes: Flexible and rigid cables with ferrules; main circuit terminals 6 to 50 mm²; auxiliary circuit terminals 0.75 to 2.5 mm².
- Tightening Torque: Auxiliary circuit 1–1.2 N·m; main circuit 6–9 N·m.
- Additional Features: Temperature compensation, automatic/manual reset selectable, trip-free mechanism, STOP function, and trip indication.
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| Manufacturer Part Number | 1SAZ911201R1004 |
|---|---|
| Amp Range | 65A - 78A |
| HS Code | 85364900 |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
| Manufacturer | ABB |
| Alternative Product SKU | TF96-78 |
| Barcode | 4013614483011 |
Motor protection for overload and phase failure
Thermal overload relays are economic electromechanical protection devices for the main circuit. They offer reliable protection for motors in the event of overload or phase failure. The thermal overload relay can make up a compact starting solution together with contactors.

Main Benefits:
- Reliable protection for motors
- Easy to create starters
- Optimized match to ABB contactors
- Single mounting kits and wire reset for
remote control available for specific applications
Main Features:
- Adjustable current setting ranges
- Overload protection with phase loss sensitivity
- Temperature compensation up to +60°C
- Automatic or manual reset, sealable
- Stop and test function