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imo mu25a1.60 manual motor starter 1.00 – 1.60 amps
IMO MU25A1.60 manual motor starter with adjustable 1.00-1.60A overload protection for industrial motor control applications.
Why Choose the IMO MU25A1.60 Manual Motor Starter?
The IMO MU25A1.60 is a compact and dependable manual motor starter engineered to provide reliable motor isolation, switching and overload protection in industrial automation and motor control systems. Manufactured by IMO Precision Controls, this unit combines motor protection and manual switching functionality within a robust industrial enclosure suitable for demanding industrial environments.
Part of the trusted IMO MU25A manual motor starter series, the MU25A1.60 is specifically designed for protecting small three-phase motors against overload and short-circuit conditions. Its compact DIN rail mountable format makes it ideal for automation panels, machinery control systems and OEM equipment where reliable motor protection and space-efficient installation are essential.
With an adjustable thermal setting range of 1.00 to 1.60 A, the IMO MU25A1.60 is ideally suited to protecting small industrial motors used in conveyors, pumps, fans, compressors and packaging machinery. The integrated rotary handle provides safe local isolation and manual switching directly from the panel front.
Key Advantages
- Compact manual motor starter with integrated protection.
- Adjustable overload protection from 1.00 to 1.60 A.
- Provides short-circuit and overload protection.
- Integrated rotary isolator for safe local switching.
- Compact DIN rail mountable industrial design.
- Suitable for industrial automation and motor starter systems.
Key Features
- IMO MU25A manual motor starter series.
- Thermal and magnetic motor protection.
- Adjustable current setting range 1.00–1.60 A.
- 19.2 A magnetic short-circuit trip rating.
- Integrated ON/OFF rotary handle.
- DIN rail mounting capability.
- Can be fitted with 1NO/1NC auxiliary contact.
- Supports optional under-voltage trip accessories.
Reliable Protection for Industrial Motors
Manual motor starters combine motor isolation, overload protection and short-circuit protection within a single compact device. This simplifies panel design while helping protect motors against electrical faults and overload conditions that could otherwise result in equipment damage or unplanned downtime.
The IMO MU25A series is widely used in industrial motor control systems requiring compact and reliable motor protection. The MU25A1.60 is particularly suited to protecting smaller motors within automation systems, machinery and OEM equipment installations.
Typical Applications
- Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Small pumps and ventilation systems.
- Packaging and processing machinery.
- OEM automation equipment.
- Industrial control panels.
- Motor protection and local isolation systems.
Technical Specifications
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| Phase | Three Phase | |
|---|---|---|
| IP Rating | IP55 | |
| Series | MU25A Manual Motor Starters | |
| Product type | Manual motor starter | |
| Current adjustment range | 1.00–1.60 A | |
| Magnetic short-circuit trip | 19.2 A | |
| Protection type | Thermal magnetic motor protection | |
| Motor protection | Overload and short-circuit protection | |
| Switching method | Rotary manual operation | |
| Mounting type | DIN rail mounting | |
| No. of phases | Three phase | |
| Voltage rating | 220–690 V AC | |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz | |
| IP rating | IP55 | |
| Trip class | Class 10A | |
| Compliance | IEC / EN 60947 compliant | |
| Weight | Approx. 0.22–0.25 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO MU25A1.60 used for?
The MU25A1.60 is a manual motor starter used for switching and protecting small electric motors in industrial motor control systems.
What current range does this motor starter support?
The IMO MU25A1.60 supports adjustable motor protection settings from 1.00 to 1.60 A.
What protection functions are included?
The unit provides integrated overload and short-circuit protection with a magnetic trip rating of 19.2 A.
Can this motor starter be DIN rail mounted?
Yes. The MU25A1.60 is designed for installation on standard DIN rails within industrial control panels.
Can auxiliary contacts be added?
Yes. The starter can be fitted with optional 1NO/1NC auxiliary contacts and under-voltage trip accessories.
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IMO manual motor starters are widely used in industrial automation and motor control applications to provide dependable motor protection, compact installation and reliable long-term operation.
