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P1MB3PC03 Lovato MINIATURE CIRCUIT BREAKER 3P CURVE C 3A
Lovato P1MB3PC03 is a three-pole 3 A Curve C miniature circuit breaker with a 10 kA IEC short-circuit rating, 230/400 V AC IEC operational voltage and 35 mm DIN rail mounting for industrial circuit protection.
£57.64
Why Choose the Lovato P1MB3PC03 Miniature Circuit Breaker?
The Lovato P1MB3PC03 is a compact and reliable three-pole miniature circuit breaker (MCB) designed to provide thermal-magnetic overcurrent and short-circuit protection in industrial control and electrical distribution applications. As part of the Lovato P1 MB miniature circuit breaker series, it combines a low 3 A current rating with Curve C tripping characteristics and a high short-circuit breaking capacity.
The P1MB3PC03 features a Curve C tripping characteristic, making it suitable for circuits with moderate transient inrush currents. Its three protected poles provide simultaneous protection for three-phase circuits, while its 10 kA IEC short-circuit rating provides robust fault protection for demanding electrical installations.
With a rated current of 3 A, an IEC rated operational voltage of 230/400 V AC and a rated frequency of 50/60 Hz, the P1MB3PC03 is suitable for protecting control circuits, machinery and industrial electrical equipment. The breaker occupies three DIN modules and mounts directly onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
Key Advantages
- Compact three-pole miniature circuit breaker for industrial circuit protection.
- 3 A rated current for low-current three-phase and control circuits.
- Curve C tripping characteristic suitable for circuits with moderate inrush currents.
- 10 kA IEC short-circuit rating for dependable fault protection.
- 230/400 V AC IEC operational voltage for industrial electrical systems.
- Simple installation on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
Key Features
- Lovato P1 MB miniature circuit breaker series.
- 3-pole configuration occupying 3 DIN modules.
- 3 A rated current.
- Curve C tripping characteristic.
- 10 kA IEC short-circuit rating.
- 440 V rated insulation voltage Ui.
- 4 kV rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp.
- 10,000-cycle electrical life and 20,000-cycle mechanical life.
- Front protection rating of IP20.
- IEC and UL1077 compliant.
Reliable Three-Phase Circuit Protection
Miniature circuit breakers such as the Lovato P1MB3PC03 automatically interrupt a circuit when excessive current is caused by an overload or short circuit. Its thermal-magnetic operating mechanism combines thermal overload protection with rapid magnetic operation under high fault-current conditions, helping protect conductors and connected electrical equipment.
The P1MB3PC03 uses a Curve C characteristic and provides three-pole protection in a compact three-module format. Its combination of a 3 A rated current, 10 kA IEC short-circuit rating and standard DIN rail mounting makes it a practical choice for industrial control panels and machinery requiring dependable low-current circuit protection.
Typical Applications
- Industrial electrical control panels.
- Three-phase control and auxiliary circuits.
- Industrial machinery and automation equipment.
- OEM electrical control systems.
- Low-current electrical distribution circuits.
- Supplementary protection in UL1077 applications.
Technical Specifications
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| Certification | UL 1077 | |
|---|---|---|
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| Poles | 3-pole | |
| Device Type | MCB | |
| Trip Curve | C curve | |
| HS Code | 85362010 | |
| Manufacturer | Lovato Electric | |
| Series | P1 MB | |
| Model | P1MB3PC03 | |
| Product type | Miniature circuit breaker (MCB) | |
| Number of poles | 3P | |
| Number of DIN modules | 3 | |
| Rated current In | 3 A | |
| Tripping curve | C | |
| Rated operational voltage AC (IEC) | 230/400 V AC | |
| Rated operational voltage DC | 80 V DC | |
| Rated frequency | 50/60 Hz | |
| Rated insulation voltage Ui | 440 V | |
| Rated impulse withstand voltage Uimp | 4 kV | |
| Short-circuit rating (IEC) | 10 kA | |
| Limiting class | 3 | |
| Maximum power dissipation per pole | 0.96 W | |
| Electrical life | 10,000 cycles | |
| Mechanical life | 20,000 cycles | |
| Operating temperature | -40 to +70 °C | |
| Storage temperature | -40 to +80 °C | |
| Maximum altitude | 2000 m | |
| Conductor section | 1–35 mm² | |
| Conductor size | 14–6 AWG | |
| Terminal tightening torque | 1.8–2 Nm | |
| Terminal tool | PZ2 | |
| Protection rating | IP20 from front | |
| Pollution degree | 2 | |
| Mounting type | 35 mm DIN rail | |
| Normal operating position | Vertical plane | |
| Weight | 345 g | |
| EAN | 8013975237632 | |
| Compliance | IEC / UL1077 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lovato P1MB3PC03 used for?
The P1MB3PC03 is a three-pole miniature circuit breaker designed to provide thermal-magnetic overcurrent and short-circuit protection for compatible industrial electrical and control circuits.
What is the current rating of the P1MB3PC03?
The Lovato P1MB3PC03 has a rated current of 3 A.
What tripping curve does the P1MB3PC03 use?
The P1MB3PC03 has a Curve C tripping characteristic, making it suitable for circuits where moderate transient inrush currents may occur.
What is the breaking capacity of the Lovato P1MB3PC03?
The P1MB3PC03 has an IEC short-circuit rating of 10 kA, providing robust protection against high fault currents.
How is the Lovato P1MB3PC03 installed?
The breaker occupies 3 DIN modules and mounts onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail, making it suitable for installation in industrial electrical panels and machinery enclosures.
Reliable Protection for Industrial Electrical Systems
Lovato P1 MB miniature circuit breakers provide compact thermal-magnetic protection for industrial electrical systems, combining dependable overload and short-circuit protection with straightforward DIN rail installation.
