DOLC5.5400 Lovato compact dol starter 5.5kw 12a plastic enclosed 400vac

Why Choose the Lovato DOLC5.5400 Compact DOL Starter?

The Lovato DOLC5.5400 is a compact and durable Direct-On-Line (DOL) motor starter engineered for safe and reliable starting of three-phase induction motors in industrial and commercial environments. Designed as part of the proven Lovato L-Starter range, this enclosed starter combines dependable AC-3 motor switching performance with compact dimensions and robust enclosure protection for demanding applications.

Built for industrial motor control systems requiring straightforward installation and dependable operation, the DOLC5.5400 features integrated start and stop push-button controls within a compact insulated enclosure. Its IP65-rated housing helps protect against dust and water ingress, making it suitable for workshops, pump stations, production machinery and industrial automation systems.

With a rated motor power of 5.5 kW, a 400 V AC control coil and a maximum motor current of 12 A, the Lovato DOLC5.5400 provides a practical and cost-effective solution for industrial motor starting applications. The starter requires a separately selected RF9 thermal overload relay matched to the motor full-load current.

Key Advantages

• Compact Direct-On-Line motor starter for industrial applications.
• 5.5 kW motor rating suitable for industrial motors.
• 400 V AC control voltage.
• Compact insulated enclosure saves installation space.
• IP65 enclosure protection suitable for demanding environments.
• Integrated start and stop push-button controls.
• Compatible with Lovato RF9 thermal overload relays.

Key Features

• Lovato L-Starter compact DOL starter.
• 5.5 kW rated motor power.
• 12 A AC-3 operational current.
• 400 V AC coil voltage.
• IP65 insulated enclosure.
• Compact enclosure dimensions.
• Integrated start and stop controls.
• Suitable for three-phase motor applications.
• Requires RF9 overload relay.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Lovato Electric
• Series: L-Starter
• Model: DOLC5.5400
• Product type: Compact Direct-On-Line starter
• Motor power at 400 V: 5.5 kW
• Horsepower rating: 7.5 HP
• Maximum motor current AC-3: 12 A
• Control voltage: 400 V AC
• Protection rating: IP65
• Enclosure type: Insulated plastic enclosure
• Dimensions (H × W × D): 175 × 88 × 119 mm
• Motor type: Three-phase induction motor
• Overload relay required: RF9 series
• Installation type: Surface mounting
• Standards compliance: IEC/EN 60947-1 and IEC/EN 60947-4-1

Compact and Reliable Motor Control

Direct-On-Line starters such as the Lovato DOLC5.5400 provide a straightforward and dependable method of starting induction motors by applying full line voltage directly to the motor terminals. This approach delivers high starting torque and is commonly used for industrial pumps, compressors, conveyors and workshop machinery.

The compact L-Starter range from Lovato Electric is designed for industrial installers and machine builders requiring dependable enclosed motor starters with straightforward wiring, durable construction and reliable switching performance for industrial automation systems.

Typical Applications

• Industrial pumps and water systems.
• Compressors and refrigeration equipment.
• Industrial conveyors and material handling.
• HVAC and ventilation systems.
• Machine tools and workshop machinery.
• OEM automation systems.
• General-purpose three-phase motor control.

Trusted by Industrial Electricians and OEMs

Lovato L-Starter motor starters are widely used in industrial automation and motor control systems for dependable operation, compact installation and reliable switching performance.