Eaton Moeller – PKE32/XTU-32 – Motor-Protective Circuit-Breaker

The Eaton Moeller PKE32/XTU‑32 is a complete motor-protective circuit-breaker designed for DIN-rail mounting. Featuring electronic wide-range overload protection adjustable from 8 A to 32 A, it provides robust motor safeguarding for heavy-duty operation, with a built-in standard knob for manual control. 

Key Technical Specifications

• Device Type: Motor-Protective Circuit-Breaker – complete unit with standard knob 

• Overload Setting Range: 8 A to 32 A (Iᵣ adjustment) 

• Rated Operational Current (Iᵤ): 32 A 

• Motor Ratings (AC-3):

  • 7.5 kW at 230 V

  • 15 kW at 400 V

  • 30 kW at 690 V 

• Voltage Range: 220 – 690 V AC (3‑phase) 

• Protection Features: Electronic overload release and phase-failure sensitivity 

• Mounting & Installation: DIN-rail mounting with screw terminal connections; adjustable without tools 

• Environmental & Approvals:

  • Ambient Operating Temp: −25 °C to +55 °C; Up to +40 °C in enclosed systems 

  • IP Rating: IP20 for device; terminals IP00 

  • Standards: IEC/EN 60947‑4‑1, UL 60947‑4‑1, CSA‑C22.2 No. 60947‑4‑1‑14 

• Thermal & Mechanical Data:

  • Heat dissipation: ~11.4 W (3.8 W per pole) 

  • Mechanical & electrical lifespan: ~50,000 operations