MS132-20L

Name: MS132-20L
Brand: ABB
SKU: MS132-20L

The ABB MS132-20L manual motor starter provides reliable motor protection with thermal and magnetic protection, phase loss sensitivity, and a disconnect function. Suitable for 3-phase applications, it ensures safe and efficient motor operation.

Product ModelMS132-20L

Material Number1SAM350100R1013

Product ID85698

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Last updated: 8/29/2026

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Key Features

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1. Reliable ProtectionThe ABB MS132-20L manual motor starter offers comprehensive protection against short-circuits, overload, and phase failures, ensuring the motor operates safely and efficiently.
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2. Thermal and Magnetic ProtectionEquipped with thermal and magnetic protection, this starter provides robust protection mechanisms to safeguard the motor from various electrical hazards.
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3. Phase Loss SensitivityThe device is sensitive to phase loss, automatically tripping to prevent damage to the motor in case of a phase failure.
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4. Disconnect FunctionThe MS132-20L features a built-in disconnect function, allowing for easy and safe disconnection of the motor from the power supply.
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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

87 mm

Product Net Weight

0.31 kg

Rated Service Short-Circuit Breaking Capacity (Ics)

(230 V AC) 100 kA (250 V DC) 3 Poles in Series 10 kA (400 V AC) 100 kA (440 V AC) 30 kA (500 V AC) 20 kA (690 V AC) 3 kA

Rated Ultimate Short-Circuit Breaking Capacity (Icu)

(230 V AC) 100 kA (400 V AC) 100 kA (440 V AC) 30 kA (500 V AC) 20 kA (690 V AC) 3 kA

5. Adjustable Current SettingWith an adjustable current setting for overload protection, this starter can be customized to meet specific application requirements, ensuring optimal performance and safety.

Rated Instantaneous Short-Circuit Current Setting (Ii)

300 A

Setting Range

16 ... 20 A

Rated Operational Power AC-3 (Pe)

(400 V) Three Phase 7.5 kW

Rated Operational Voltage

Main Circuit 690 V AC Main Circuit 250 V DC

Rated Operational Current (Ie)

20 A

Rated Operational Current AC-3 (Ie)

20 A

Rated Operational Current DC-5 (Ie)

20 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 1.5 ... 2.3 W

Number of Poles

Conventional Free-air Thermal Current (Ith)

Main Circuit 20 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/EN 60947-1 IEC/EN 60947-2 IEC 60335-2-40 A2L

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 5 Hp (208 V AC) Three Phase 5 Hp (220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 5 Hp (440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 10 Hp (550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 15 Hp

Full Load Amps Motor Use

(200 V AC) Three Phase 17.5 A (208 V AC) Three Phase 16.7 A (220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 15.2 A (440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 14 A (550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 17 A

Locked Rotor Amps

(200 V AC) Three Phase 105.8 A (208 V AC) Three Phase 102 A (220 ... 240 V AC) Three Phase 92 A (440 ... 480 V AC) Three Phase 81 A (550 ... 600 V AC) Three Phase 93 A

General Use Rating UL/CSA

(600 V AC) 20 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

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)

4845 >> 3 Pole Motor Circuit Protector Circuit Breakers

Manufacturer ID

1SAM350100R1013