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    Build-Your-Own Manual Motor Starters

    Assemble your own motor starter by combining a switch and a thermal overload element.
    Thermal overload elements shut motors off if current exceeds the full-load current rating. Three elements are required. To Order: Please specify the full-load current rating of your motor. If the full-load current rating is not shown on the motor’s faceplate, estimate the current rating (given the motor’s power and voltage).
    Switches with Power-Indicating Light
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Starters. Build-Your-Own Manual Motor Starters, Switches with Power-Indicating Light, Steel Wall Plate.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Starters. Build-Your-Own Manual Motor Starters, Switches with Power-Indicating Light, Steel Housing.

    Steel Wall

    Plate

    Steel Housing

    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Environment
    Each
    Steel Wall Plate
    2Single (3/4 hp @ 115V DC)
    Single (3/4 hp @ 230V DC)
    Single (1 hp @ 115V AC)
    Single (1 hp @ 230V AC)
    4.5"2.8"Screw TerminalIndoor Only7254K350000000
     
    Steel Housing
    1Single (1 hp @ 115V AC)
    Single (1 hp @ 230V AC)
    4.3"2.8"Screw TerminalNEMA 1
    Indoor Only7254K27000000
    2Single (3/4 hp @ 115V DC)
    Single (3/4 hp @ 230V DC)
    Single (1 hp @ 115V AC)
    Single (1 hp @ 230V AC)
    4.3"2.8"Screw TerminalNEMA 1
    Indoor Only7254K37000000
     
    Switches without Power-Indicating Light
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Starters. Build-Your-Own Manual Motor Starters, Switches, Steel Wall Plate.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Starters. Build-Your-Own Manual Motor Starters, Switches, Steel Housing.

    Steel Wall

    Plate

    Steel Housing

    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Environment
    Each
    Steel Wall Plate
    1Single (1 hp @ 115V AC)
    Single (1 hp @ 230V AC)
    4.5"2.8"Screw TerminalIndoor Only7254K21000000
     
    Steel Housing
    1Single (1 hp @ 115V AC)
    Single (1 hp @ 230V AC)
    4.3"2.8"Screw TerminalNEMA 1
    Indoor Only7254K2300000
    2Single (3/4 hp @ 115V DC)
    Single (3/4 hp @ 230V DC)
    Single (1 hp @ 115V AC)
    Single (1 hp @ 230V AC)
    4.3"2.8"Screw TerminalNEMA 1
    Indoor Only7254K33000000
     
    Thermal Overload Elements
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Starters. Build-Your-Own Manual Motor Starters.
    Thermal overload elements shut motors off if current exceeds the full-load current rating. Three elements are required. To Order: Please specify the full-load current rating of your motor. If the full-load current rating is not shown on the motor’s faceplate, estimate the current rating (given the motor’s power and voltage).
    Overload Current,
    amp
    Each
    0.193 to 0.2127254K613000000
    0.213 to 0.2357254K61400000
    0.262 to 0.2897254K61600000
    0.356 to 0.3997254K62200000
    0.41 to 0.447254K62300000
    0.45 to 0.497254K62400000
    0.5 to 0.537254K62500000
    0.59 to 0.657254K62700000
    0.72 to 0.787254K63200000
    0.79 to 0.857254K63300000
    0.86 to 0.967254K63400000
    1.05 to 1.167254K63600000
    1.17 to 1.257254K63700000
    1.3 to 1.397254K64100000
    2.16 to 2.387254K65100000
    2.76 to 2.847254K65300000
    2.85 to 3.067254K65400000
    3.07 to 3.457254K65500000
    3.46 to 3.77254K65600000
    3.71 to 4.077254K65700000
    4.08 to 4.327254K65800000
    4.33 to 4.97254K66100000
    6.42 to 6.797254K66500000
    6.8 to 7.577254K66600000
    8.16 to 8.987254K66800000
    8.99 to 9.677254K67100000
    10.9 to 12.17254K67400000
    14 to 157254K67700000
     

    Motor Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Motor Switches, Toggle Switch Actuator.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Motor Switches, Lever Actuator.

    Toggle

    Switch

    Actuator

    Lever Actuator

    Use these switches to turn motors on and off, or to control lighting and electric heat circuits. They do not provide overload protection.
    Toggle Switch Actuator—Toggle switches work like a traditional light switch—just flip the toggle up or down. Even if you’re wearing thick gloves, they’re easy to actuate.
    Lever Actuator—Lever switches aren’t easily activated by accident, since you have to grab and twist the lever on or off. They’re useful in crowded or high-traffic spaces where they might be bumped into.
    Switching
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Wire
    Connection
    Certification
    Each
    Maintained
     
    Toggle Switch Actuator
    2Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    306003.7"1.8"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K33000000
    2Single (5 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    406003.7"1.8"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7858N2100000
    2Single (5 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    506003.8"2.3"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7858N11000000
    2Single (5 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    606003.8"1.7"Screw TerminalUL Listed
    7657K35000000
    2Single (10 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    856003.8"3.6"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7858N13000000
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    306003.7"1.8"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K2300000
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    406003.7"1.8"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7858N22000000
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    506003.8"2.3"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7858N12000000
    3Three (10 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    606003.8"1.7"Screw TerminalUL Listed
    7657K25000000
    3Three (10 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    856003.8"3.6"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7858N14000000
     
    Lever Actuator
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    306003.8"2.25"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7858N15000000
    3Three (10 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    606003.8"3.6"Screw TerminalUL Listed, CSA Certified
    7858N16000000
     

    Enclosed Motor Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Enclosed Motor Switches.
    These switches are housed in a plastic enclosure. Since they’re already protected, you can mount them to a wall if there’s no space left in your electrical panel. You can also turn them into a handheld control and move them around your workstation by attaching a cord and cord grip. The enclosure is plastic, so it won’t swell in moist environments. Easy to operate even if you’re wearing gloves, flip the toggle switch up and down. Use these switches to turn motors on and off, or with lighting and electric heat circuits. They do not provide overload protection.
    Switching
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Housing
    Material
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Wire
    Connection
    Environment
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    Maintained
     
    Toggle Switch Actuator
    2Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    30600Plastic4.2"2.8"Screw TerminalIndoor OnlyNEMA 1
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K31000000
    2Single (5 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    60600Plastic4.5"4.7"Screw TerminalIndoor OnlyNEMA 1
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K36000000
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    30600Plastic4.2"2.8"Screw TerminalIndoor OnlyNEMA 1
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K21000000
    3Three (10 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    60600Plastic4.5"4.7"Screw TerminalIndoor OnlyNEMA 1
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K26000000
     

    Enclosure Motor Switches

    Image of Specification. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Enclosure Motor Switches.
    Designed to mount on an electrical enclosure, these switches control motors, lighting, and electric heat circuits. Your enclosure door will only open when the switch is turned to the off position. This ensures equipment is safely off before you open the electrical enclosure. For an extra layer of safety, use a padlock (not included) on the actuator lever to lock switches in the off position. These switches do not provide overload protection.
    Cut the shaft to fit your enclosure. Mount to a DIN rail inside an enclosure; mounting depth is the distance from the panel door to the DIN rail.
    Switching
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Housing
    Material
    Ht.
    Wd.
    For DIN
    Rail Ht., mm
    Mounting Dp.
    Wire
    Connection
    Environment
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    Maintained
     
    Lever Actuator
    3Single (2 hp @ 240V AC)
    Single (5 hp @ 480V AC)
    Three (5 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (10 hp @ 480V AC)
    3 Off
    3PST-NO
    25600Plastic2.4"2.4"357 7/8" to 14 5/8"Screw TerminalDusty, Washdown, WetIP65
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7802N110000000
    3Single (2 hp @ 240V AC)
    Single (5 hp @ 480V AC)
    Three (5 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (10 hp @ 480V AC)
    3 Off
    3PST-NO
    32600Plastic2.4"2.4"357 7/8" to 14 5/8"Screw TerminalDusty, Washdown, WetIP65
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7802N12000000
    3Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)
    Single (5 hp @ 480V AC)
    Three (5 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (10 hp @ 480V AC)
    3 Off
    3PST-NO
    40600Plastic2.4"2.4"357 7/8" to 14 5/8"Screw TerminalDusty, Washdown, WetIP65
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7802N13000000
    3Three (10 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (20 hp @ 480V AC)
    3 Off
    3PST-NO
    63600Plastic2.4"2.4"358 1/16" to 15 9/16"Screw TerminalDusty, Washdown, WetIP65
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7802N14000000
    3Three (15 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (30 hp @ 480V AC)
    3 Off
    3PST-NO
    80600Plastic2.4"2.4"358 1/16" to 15 9/16"Screw TerminalDusty, Washdown, WetIP65
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7802N15000000
    3Three (25 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (50 hp @ 480V AC)
    3 Off
    3PST-NO
    125600Plastic3.5"3.5"359 1/16" to 16 9/16"Screw TerminalDusty, Washdown, WetIP65
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7802N16000000
    3Three (30 hp @ 240V AC)
    Three (50 hp @ 480V AC)
    3 Off
    3PST-NO
    175600Plastic3.5"3.5"359 1/16" to 16 9/16"Screw TerminalDusty, Washdown, WetIP65
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7802N17000000
     

    Raintight Enclosed Motor Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Raintight Enclosed Motor Switches.
    Start and stop motors outdoors and in other wet environments. Rated NEMA 3R, these switches seal out rain and light splashes. They’re housed in a protective aluminum enclosure, so you don’t need to mount them inside an electrical panel. The enclosure is lighter in weight than stainless steel enclosures yet still stands up to water and oil.
    In addition to turning motors on and off, these switches work with other circuits, such as lighting and electric heat circuits. They do not provide overload protection.
    Switching
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Housing
    Material
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Wire
    Connection
    Environment
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Flammability
    Rating
    Each
    Maintained
    2Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    30600Aluminum5.8"4.5"Screw TerminalOutdoor, WetNEMA 3R
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    UL 94 V-2
    7657K34000000
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    30600Aluminum5.8"4.5"Screw TerminalOutdoor, WetNEMA 3R
    UL Listed, CSA Certified
    UL 94 V-2
    7657K24000000
     

    Hazardous Location Enclosed Motor Switches

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Hazardous Location Enclosed Motor Switches.
    Safely turn motors on and off near ignitable gases and dust—the housing on these switches seals in anything that could ignite flammable material. Made from aluminum, the housing is lightweight and durable. It guards against water, oil, and other materials that could cause damage. Even in harsh conditions, there’s no need to mount these switches inside an electrical panel.
    You need to grip and twist the lever to actuate these switches, so they won’t accidentally turn on or off if something bumps into them. In addition to starting and stopping motors, they work with other circuits, such as lighting and electric heat circuits. They don’t provide overload protection.
    Switching
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Housing
    Material
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Wire
    Connection
    Environment
    Hazardous Location Rating
    Enclosure
    Rating
    Certification
    Each
    Maintained
     
    Lever Actuator
    2Single (3 hp @ 240V AC)2 Off
    DPST-NO
    30600Painted Aluminum6.5"3"Screw TerminalHazardousNEC Class I Divisions 1, 2 Groups C, D
    NEC Class II Divisions 1, 2 Groups E, F, G
    NEMA 7, NEMA 9
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K320000000
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    30600Painted Aluminum6.5"3"Screw TerminalHazardousNEC Class I Divisions 1, 2 Groups C, D
    NEC Class II Divisions 1, 2 Groups E, F, G
    NEMA 7, NEMA 9
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified
    7657K22000000
     

    Washdown Enclosed Motor Switches

    Image of Product. Switch with Stainless Steel Housing and Lockout. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Washdown Enclosed Motor Switches, 304 Stainless Steel Housing with Lockout.
    Image of Product. Switch with Polybutylene Housing and Lockout. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Washdown Enclosed Motor Switches, Polybutylene Housing with Lockout.
    Image of Product. Switch with Polybutylene Housing, Lockout, and Power Indicator. Front orientation. Motor Switches. Washdown Enclosed Motor Switches, Polybutylene Housing with Lockout, Power Indicator.

    Switch with

    Stainless Steel

    Housing and

    Lockout

    Switch with

    Polybutylene

    Housing and

    Lockout

    Switch with

    Polybutylene

    Housing,

    Lockout, and

    Power Indicator

    Install these switches in areas with oil, coolant, corrosive chemicals, and regular washdowns. They're rated IP69K and NEMA 4X and 12 or 12K. Since they’re already protected inside a housing, you can mount them to a wall if there’s no space left in your electrical panel. You need to grip and twist the lever to actuate, so they won’t accidentally turn on or off if something bumps into them. To lock them in the off position, attach a padlock (not included) to the lever. Use these switches to turn motors on and off, or with other circuits such as lighting and electric heat circuits. They do not provide overload protection.
    Polybutylene Housing—Switches with a Polybutylene housing can be turned into a handheld control for moving around your workstation by attaching a cord and cord grip. The housing won’t swell in moist environments.
    Power Indicator—Switches with a power indicator use LED lights to show the status of power flowing into the switch and power flowing from the switch to your motor. This can help you check for issues, such as a welded contact or phase loss, without having to open the housing.
    Switching
    No. of Circuits
    Controlled
    Electrical Phase (hp)
    Switch Starting
    Position
    Switch
    Designation
    Current,
    amp
    Voltage,
    V AC
    Ht.
    Wd.
    Wire
    Connection
    Enclosure Rating
    Certification
    Specs.
    Met
    Flammability
    Rating
    Each
    Maintained
     
    304 Stainless Steel Housing with Lockout
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    306007.1"4.9"Screw TerminalNEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12K
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed
    UL 746CUL 94 5VA
    7657K1030000000
    3Three (30 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    6060010.3"7.3"Screw TerminalNEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12K
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed
    UL 746CUL 94 5VA
    7657K104000000
    3Three (30 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    10060010.3"7.3"Screw TerminalNEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12K
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed
    UL 746CUL 94 5VA
    7657K10500000000
     
    Polybutylene Housing with Lockout
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    306008.17"5.29"Screw TerminalNEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12K
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed
    UL 746CUL 94 5VA
    7657K71000000
    3Three (30 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    6060011"7.28"Screw TerminalNEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12K
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed
    UL 746CUL 94 5VA
    7657K201000000
    3Three (30 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    10060011"7.28"Screw TerminalNEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12K
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed
    UL 746CUL 94 5VA
    7657K202000000
     
    Polybutylene Housing with Lockout, Power Indicator
    3Three (7 1/2 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    306008.2"5.3"Screw TerminalNEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed
    UL 746CUL 94 5VA
    7657K106000000
    3Three (30 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    6060010.9"7.3"Screw TerminalNEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed
    UL 746CUL 94 5VA
    7657K107000000
    3Three (30 hp @ 240V AC)3 Off
    3PST-NO
    10060010.9"7.3"Screw TerminalNEMA 4X, IP69K, NEMA 12
    UL Listed, C-UL Listed
    UL 746CUL 94 5VA
    7657K108000000
     
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