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Thermal Overload Relay Selection

Find adjustment ranges that cover motor nameplate current.

Input Parameters

Edit the example values. Results update as you type.

Enter the nameplate current for the actual supply voltage and connection.

Can be imported from the motor-current calculator to screen setting ranges.

Results

Setting Range Based on Estimated Current
23–32A
Estimated Current
29.8A
Suggested Setting
Verify Nameplate First

Currently screened by reference current. Enter actual nameplate current to view the suggested setting.

Formula

Iₘᵢₙ ≤ I_nameplate ≤ Iₘₐₓ

Substitution

23 ≤ 29.8 ≤ 32 A

Calculation Steps

  1. Screen ranges containing the reference current, prioritizing those with the current closest to the range center.
  2. Use the actual nameplate current as the setting reference, then verify trip class, installation position and ambient temperature.

Result Explanation

The range must cover motor rated current to permit nameplate-based setting. Listed ranges are common product examples.

Product Candidates

Parameter-matched candidates

Formulas and FAQ

Iₘᵢₙ ≤ I_nameplate ≤ Iₘₐₓ
Why must the range cover nameplate current?

This allows protection to be set to the nameplate current for the connection. For star–delta, also verify the relay location.

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