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Eaton / Moeller Series
12A, 3P, motor-protective circuit breaker, lockable handle, IEC/UL/CSA
The Eaton/Moeller PKE12-AK is a motor-protective circuit breaker with a lockable handle, rated for 12 A operational current and designed for reliable protection of low-voltage motors and circuits. It provides electronic overload and short-circuit protection with adjustable settings based on 0.25–1 × Iu. The device is built to IEC/EN 60947 and VDE 0660 standards, with approvals under UL 508 and CSA C22.2. Featuring phase-failure sensitivity, temperature compensation, and IP20 device protection, it supports operational voltages up to 690 V AC. The PKE12-AK is ruggedly built for industrial environments, offering mechanical and electrical endurance, SmartWire compatibility via accessories, and compliance with design verification requirements under IEC/EN 61439.
Country of Origin: DE
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| Brand | Eaton/Moeller |
|---|---|
| Model | PKE12-AK |
| Series | PKE |
| Product Type | Motor-Protective Circuit Breaker |
| Handle | Lockable |
| Rated Operational Current (Iu/Ie) | 12 A |
| Poles | 3 |
| Trip Type | Electronic (Overload & Short-Circuit) |
| Phase-Failure Sensitivity | Yes |
| Mounting Position | As required (per PKE mounting positions) |
| Direction of Incoming Supply | As required |
| Standards | IEC/EN 60947, VDE 0660, UL 508, CSA C22.2 No. 14 |
|---|---|
| Rated Operational Voltage (Ue) | 690 V AC |
| Rated Impulse Withstand Voltage (Uimp) | 6 kV |
| Rated Frequency | 40 – 60 Hz |
| Overvoltage Category / Pollution Degree | III / 3 |
| Setting Range (Overload Release) | 0.25 – 1 × Iu |
| Fixed Short-Circuit Release | 15.5 × Iu |
| Short-Circuit Release Tolerance | ± 20% |
| Temperature Compensation | -5 to +40 °C (IEC/EN 60947), operating range -25 to +55 °C |
| Temperature Range (Storage) | -40 to +80 °C |
| Degree of Protection (Device) | IP20 |
| Degree of Protection (Terminals) | IP00 |
| Busbar Tag Shroud | Finger- and back-of-hand proof (EN 50274) |
| Mechanical Shock Resistance | 25 g (IEC 60068-2-27, 10 ms half-sinusoidal) |
| Altitude | Max. 2000 m |
| Terminal Capacity (Solid/Flexible) | 1 × (1–6 mm²), 2 × (1–6 mm²) |
| Terminal Capacity (AWG) | 14 – 10 |
| Tightening Torque (Main Cable) | 1.7 Nm |
| Tightening Torque (Control Circuit) | 1 Nm |
| Heat Loss (3-pole, operating temp.) | 3.5 W (PKE-XTU(A)-12), 0.5 W (PKE-XTU(A)-4), 0.4 W (PKE-XTU(A)-1.2) |
| Mechanical Lifespan | 0.05 × 10⁶ operations |
| Electrical Lifespan (AC-3, 400 V) | 0.05 × 10⁶ operations |
| Max. Operating Frequency | 60 Ops./h |
| Motor Switching Capacity (AC-3 up to 690 V) | 12 A |
| Switch-Off Technique | Electronic |
| Connection Type | Screw connection |
| Device Construction | Built-in device, fixed technique |
| Auxiliary Switch Integrated | No |
| Undervoltage Release Integrated | No |
| Approvals | UL508, CSA-C22.2 No.14-10, IEC60947-4-1, CE marking |
| UL File No. | E36332 |
| CSA File No. | 165628 |
| CSA Class No. | 3211-05 |
| North America Certification | UL Listed, CSA Certified |
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