Key Technical Parameters
General & Electrical Ratings
Product / Model: ABB MS165‑54 Manual Motor Starter
Part Number: 1SAM451000R1016
Type: Manual motor starter / motor protection breaker
Number of Poles: 3 (three‑pole)
Rated Continuous Current (Iu): 54 A
Overload Release Current Setting Range: 40 – 54 A
Undelayed Short‑Circuit Release: ~810 A
Rated Operational Voltage: 250 – 690 V AC
Rated Operational Power (AC‑3): ~22 kW at 400 V AC
Phase Sensitivity: Phase failure protection included
Control / Mechanism: Thermomagnetic (thermal + magnetic) protection with trip‑free reset mechanism
Mechanical & Connection
Mounting: DIN‑rail installation
Terminals: Screw‑type connections for main circuit
Handle: Rotary ON/OFF/TRIP handle, lockable
Enclosure Protection: IP20
Trip Class: Class 10 (typical timing behavior of the overload release)
Performance & Protection
Short‑Circuit Breaking Capacity: Typical rated service breaking capacity ~50 kA at 400 V AC
Built‑In Disconnect: YES (visibly disconnects load when OFF)
Phase Loss Detection: YES
Temperature Compensation: Integrated to maintain trip accuracy over temperature change
Dimensions & Physical
Width: ~55 mm
Height: ~142.6 mm
Depth: ~122 mm
Mounting Width: Standard DIN rail module width suitable for control cabinets
Applications
Motor Protection: Protection and manual control of three‑phase motors (up to ~22 kW @ 400 V)
Control Panels: Industrial and commercial electrical control and protection systems
Overload & Short‑Circuit Protection: Integrated load safeguarding without separate fuse requirement
The ABB MS165‑54 is a manual motor starter / motor protection breaker designed to provide combined manual ON/OFF control and overload/short‑circuit protection for motors and electrical loads. It integrates a thermal‑magnetic protection mechanism to shield motors from overload and phase failure conditions, while also offering a built‑in disconnect function and a clear rotary handle for ON/OFF/TRIP indication. The device is intended for DIN‑rail mounting in industrial and commercial control panels.