Motor Control Equipment

Motor management and control equipment consists of modular switchgear products that start an electric motor, protect it against overload and can pass operating data to the automation system. They are used in motor control centers (MCC), on pump, fan and conveyor feeders, and in panels where the motor is to be protected from a single point and monitored through a PLC. The category includes the Schneider Electric TeSys U, Giga, Deca, Island and Tera series, Siemens SIMOCODE motor management modules, and complementary parts such as communication interfaces, earth fault sensors and connection cables for the ABB UMC motor management system; TeSys Giga contactors and star-delta starters are also here. Choose the motor's rated current and power, the control voltage, the starting method, the required communication protocol and the series the module belongs to according to the motor feeder in your project. Modules, cables and accessories mostly work only with the main device in their own series; match the order code against the manufacturer's compatibility table. A motor management module does not adjust speed; it does not replace a frequency inverter.

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How to choose Motor Control Equipment

Motor management and control equipment consists of modular switchgear products that start an electric motor, protect it against overload and can pass operating data to the automation system. They are used in motor control centers (MCC), on pump, fan and conveyor feeders, and in panels where the motor is to be protected from a single point and monitored through a PLC.

  • Separate overcurrent/leakage protection, motor starting and local isolation requirements.
  • Select rated current, pole count and breaking capacity (kA) from the installation calculation.
  • Match coil voltage, auxiliary contacts and tripping curve to the control circuit and load type.

Frequently asked questions

What is Motor Control Equipment and where is it used?

Motor management and control equipment consists of modular switchgear products that start an electric motor, protect it against overload and can pass operating data to the automation system. They are used in motor control centers (MCC), on pump, fan and conveyor feeders, and in panels where the motor is to be protected from a single point and monitored through a PLC.

What should I compare when choosing Motor Control Equipment?

Choose the motor's rated current and power, the control voltage, the starting method, the required communication protocol and the series the module belongs to according to the motor feeder in your project.

Where can I find technical details for Motor Control Equipment products?

A motor management module does not adjust speed; it does not replace a frequency inverter.

Motor Control and Protection Equipment Selection Guide