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DOLR5.5230 Lovato reversing dol starter 5.5kw plastic enclosed 230vac
Lovato DOLR5.5230 reversing Direct-On-Line motor starter with forward-stop-reverse operation, 230 V AC coil, IP65 enclosure and 5.5 kW motor rating for industrial motor control applications.
£136.45
Why Choose the Lovato DOLR5.5230 Reversing DOL Starter?
The Lovato DOLR5.5230 is a reliable reversing direct-on-line (DOL) motor starter designed for safe and efficient forward and reverse control of three-phase induction motors. Manufactured by Lovato Electric, this enclosed starter is ideal for industrial machinery requiring dependable motor starting, stopping and directional control.
Supplied in a durable IP65 insulated enclosure, the DOLR5.5230 is engineered to withstand demanding industrial environments while protecting the internal switching components from dust and water ingress. The unit is supplied ready for installation and requires a separately selected thermal overload relay to provide accurate motor overload protection matched to the motor's full load current.
With a 5.5 kW motor rating, 12 A AC-3 operational current and a 230 V AC control coil, this reversing starter is well suited to conveyors, pumps, machine tools and other industrial equipment requiring reliable bidirectional motor control.
Key Advantages
- Industrial reversing direct-on-line motor starter.
- Forward, Stop and Reverse motor operation.
- 5.5 kW motor capacity at 400 V.
- 12 A AC-3 operational rating.
- 230 V AC control coil.
- Robust IP65 insulated enclosure for harsh environments.
- Compatible with separately selected thermal overload relays.
Key Features
- Lovato Electric L-Starter series.
- Reversing direct-on-line starter.
- 5.5 kW motor rating.
- 12 A AC-3 operational current.
- 230 V AC control voltage.
- Forward / Stop / Reverse push button control.
- IP65 insulated enclosure.
- Surface mounted design.
- Thermal overload relay selected separately.
Reliable Motor Direction Control
A reversing DOL starter applies full line voltage directly to the motor while allowing safe switching between forward and reverse rotation. This simple and effective method of motor control is widely used in industrial applications where robust performance and straightforward operation are required.
The Lovato DOLR5.5230 provides dependable motor control for OEM machinery, manufacturing equipment and material handling systems while allowing overload protection to be selected according to the connected motor.
Typical Applications
- Conveyor systems.
- Packaging machinery.
- Industrial doors and gates.
- Machine tools.
- Material handling equipment.
- Pumps and process machinery.
- General industrial automation.
Technical Specifications
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| With Isolator | No | |
|---|---|---|
| Starter Type | Reversing | |
| Voltage | 400 V | |
| Power | 5.5 kW | |
| Current | 12 A | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| IP Rating | IP65 | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 230 V AC | |
| Series | L-Starter | |
| Product type | Reversing 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 | 230 V AC | |
| Protection rating | IP65 | |
| Enclosure type | Insulated plastic enclosure | |
| Control functions | Forward / Stop / Reverse | |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 225 × 110 × 148 mm | |
| Weight | approx. 1.5 kg | |
| Motor type | Three-phase induction motor | |
| Overload relay required | RF38 series | |
| Installation type | Surface mounting | |
| Standards compliance | IEC/EN 60947-1 and IEC/EN 60947-4-1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato DOLR5.5230 used for?
It is used to start, stop and reverse three-phase induction motors in industrial applications.
What motor size is supported?
The DOLR5.5230 is designed for motors up to 5.5 kW.
What control voltage does this starter require?
This version is fitted with a 230 V AC control coil.
Does it include an overload relay?
No. A compatible thermal overload relay must be ordered separately and selected according to the motor full load current.
Where is the starter typically installed?
It is commonly surface mounted close to industrial machinery, conveyors and manufacturing equipment requiring forward and reverse motor operation.
Trusted for Industrial Motor Control
Lovato Electric motor starters are trusted worldwide for their dependable performance, robust construction and reliable motor control across industrial automation and OEM applications.
