MS132-32B

Name: MS132-32B
Brand: ABB
SKU: MS132-32B

The ABB MS132-32B is a compact, 45 mm wide manual motor starter designed for 15 kW applications. It provides reliable protection against short-circuits, overloads, and phase failures with a trip class of 10. Suitable for three- and single-phase applications.

Product ModelMS132-32B

Material Number1SAM350200R1015

Product ID76603

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Last updated: 8/29/2026

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Key Features

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1. Compact DesignThe MS132-32B is a compact device, measuring 45 mm in width, making it ideal for space-constrained installations.
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2. Reliable ProtectionIt offers reliable protection against short-circuits, overloads, and phase failures, ensuring the safety of your motors and installation.
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3. Trip Class 10The device features a trip class of 10, providing quick and reliable short-circuit protection within milliseconds.
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4. Suitable for Multiple ApplicationsThe MS132-32B is suitable for both three- and single-phase applications, offering flexibility in various motor protection scenarios.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed engineering parameters based on manufacturer documentation

Specifications may be subject to change without notice

Parameter

Value

Parameter

Value

Product Net Width

45 mm

Product Net Height

97.8 mm

Product Net Depth / Length

86.55 mm

Product Net Weight

0.31 kg

Rated Service Short-Circuit Breaking Capacity (Ics)

(230 V AC) 30 kA (250 V DC) 3 Poles in Series 10 kA (400 V AC) 30 kA (440 V AC) 30 kA (500 V AC) 10 kA (690 V AC) 3 kA

Rated Ultimate Short-Circuit Breaking Capacity (Icu)

(230 V AC) 50 kA (400 V AC) 50 kA (440 V AC) 30 kA (500 V AC) 10 kA (690 V AC) 3 kA

5. Easy OperationEquipped with a rotary handle and clear switch position indication, the device is easy to operate and maintain. The handle is also lockable to prevent unauthorized changes.

6. Compliance with StandardsThe MS132-32B complies with the latest railway rolling stock standards and is approved according to IEC/EN 60947-2 and UL 60947-4-1A, ensuring it meets all necessary safety and regulatory requirements.

7. Accessory CompatibilityThe device is compatible with various accessories such as auxiliary contacts, signaling contacts, undervoltage releases, shunt trips, 3-phase bus bars, power in-feed blocks, and terminal spacers, enhancing its functionality and customization options.

8. High DurabilityWith a mechanical durability of 100,000 cycles and electrical durability of 50,000 cycles, the MS132-32B is built to last and withstand frequent use in demanding environments.

9. Easy InstallationThe device can be easily mounted on DIN rails using TH35-7.5 or TH35-15 mounting rails, making installation straightforward and efficient.

10. Temperature CompensationThe MS132-32B features temperature compensation, ensuring optimal performance across a wide range of operating temperatures from -25°C to 70°C.

Rated Instantaneous Short-Circuit Current Setting (Ii)

480 A

Setting Range

25 ... 32 A

Rated Operational Power AC-3 (Pe)

(400 V) Three Phase 15 kW

Rated Operational Power AC-3e (Pe)

(400 V) Three Phase 15 kW

Rated Operational Voltage

Main Circuit 690 V AC Main Circuit 250 V DC

Rated Operational Current (Ie)

32 A

Rated Operational Current AC-3 (Ie)

32 A

Rated Operational Current AC-3e (Ie)

32 A

Rated Operational Current DC-5 (Ie)

32 A

Rated Frequency (f)

Main Circuit 50 Hz Main Circuit 60 Hz

Operating Frequency (fsw)

0 ... 400 Hz

Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp)

Main Circuit 6 kV

Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui)

690 V

Power Loss

at Rated Operating Conditions per Pole 1.9 ... 3.1 W

Number of Poles

Conventional Free-air Thermal Current (Ith)

Main Circuit 32 A

Degree of Protection

Housing IP20 Main Circuit Terminals IP10

Pollution Degree

Electrical Durability

50000 cycle

Mechanical Durability

100000 cycle

Terminal Type

Screw Terminals

Connecting Capacity Main Circuit

Flexible with Ferrule 1/2x 0.75 ... 6 mmÂ² Flexible with Insulated Ferrule 1/2x 0.75 ... 6 mmÂ² Flexible 1/2x 1 ... 2.5 mmÂ² Flexible 1/2x 2.5 ... 6 mmÂ² Rigid 1/2x 1 ... 2.5 mmÂ² Rigid 1/2x 2.5 ... 6 mmÂ²

Tightening Torque

Main Circuit 2 NÂ·m

Wire Stripping Length

Main Circuit 10 mm

Recommended Screw Driver

Pozidriv 2

Mounting Position

1 ... 6

Mounting on DIN Rail

TH35-15 (35 x 15 mm Mounting Rail) acc. to IEC 60715 TH35-7.5 (35 x 7.5 mm Mounting Rail) acc. to IEC 60715

Minimum Mounting Distance

Electrical Conductive Board, Horizontal - Up to 400 V 0 mm Electrical Conductive Board, Horizontal - Up to 690 V 1.5 mm Electrical Conductive Board, Vertical 75 mm Other Device Same Type, Horizontal 0 mm Other Device Same Type, Vertical 150 mm

Actuator Type

Rotary Handle

Contact Position Indication

ON / OFF / TRIP

Standards

IEC 60077-1 (applicable parts) IEC 60077-2 (applicable parts) IEC/EN 60947-1 IEC/EN 60947-2 IEC/EN 60947-4-1

Remarks

UL508 Self-Protected Combination Motor Controller (Type E) in combination with feeder block S1-M3-xx

Short-Circuit Current Rating (SCCR)

Manual Self-Protected Combination Controllers (Type E), (480Y / 277 V AC) 30 kA Any UL Listed Fuses or Circuit-Breakers, Group Installations (480 V AC) 35 kA Any UL Listed Fuses or Circuit-Breakers, Group Installations (600 V AC) 35 kA Any UL Listed Fuses or Circuit-Breakers, Motor Disconnect (480 V AC) 30 kA Any UL Listed Fuses or Circuit-Breakers, Motor Disconnect (600 V AC) 18 kA Any UL Listed Fuses or Circuit-Breakers, Tap Conductor Protection in Group Installations (480Y / 277 V AC) 30 kA Any UL Listed Fuses or Circuit-Breakers, Tap Conductor Protection in Group Installations (600Y / 347 V AC) 18 kA

Maximum Operating Voltage UL/CSA

Main Circuit 600 V AC

Horsepower Rating UL/CSA

(200 V AC) Three Phase 7.5 Hp (208 V AC) Three Phase 10 Hp (220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 10 Hp (440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 20 Hp (550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 25 Hp

Full Load Amps Motor Use

(200 V AC) Three Phase 25.3 A (208 V AC) Three Phase 30.8 A (220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 28 A (440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 27 A (550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 27 A

Locked Rotor Amps

(200 V AC) Three Phase 146 A (208 V AC) Three Phase 179 A (220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 162 A (440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 145 A (550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 146 A

General Use Rating UL/CSA

(600 V AC) 32 A

Connecting Capacity Main Circuit UL/CSA

Flexible 1/2x 16-8 AWG Stranded 1/2x 16-8 AWG

Tightening Torque UL/CSA

Main Circuit 18 inÂ·lb

Ambient Air Temperature

Around the Enclosure 0 ... +40 Â°C Operation -25 ... +70 Â°C Operation Compensated -25 ... +60 Â°C Storage -50 ... +80 Â°C

Ambient Air Temperature Compensation

Yes

Maximum Operating Altitude Permissible

2000 m

Resistance to Shock acc. to IEC 60068-2-27

11 ms Pulse 25g

Resistance to Vibrations

5g 3 ... 150 Hz

Shock and Vibration Withstand acc. to IEC 61373

Category 1, Class B

Object Classification Code

ETIM 5

EC000074 - Motor protective circuit-breaker

ETIM 6

EC000074 - Motor protection circuit-breaker

ETIM 7

EC000074 - Motor protection circuit-breaker

ETIM 8

EC000074 - Motor protection circuit-breaker

eClass

V11.0 : 27370401

UNSPSC

39121521

IDEA Granular Category Code (IGCC)

4731 >> Manual Starters

Manufacturer ID

1SAM350200R1015