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Square D GV2ME TeSys Deca Manual Motor Starter and Protector, Thermal-Magnetic, 3-Pole

Square D GV2ME TeSys Deca Manual Motor Starter and Protector, Thermal-Magnetic, 3-Pole

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Square D GV2ME TeSys Deca Manual Motor Starter and Protector, Thermal-Magnetic, 3-Pole

The Square D GV2ME TeSys Deca manual starter and protector combines manual isolation, manual motor control, and thermal-magnetic overcurrent protection in a single compact 3-pole unit rated for use up to 690V AC. This motor circuit protector is offered across a Motor FLA range from 1.6A to 32A (options include 1.6A, 2.5A, 4A, 6.3A, 10A, 14A, 18A, 23A, 25A, and 32A), letting panel builders and OEMs match protection precisely to the connected motor's full load current. Every configuration shares the same push-button control, screw clamp terminals, and thermal-magnetic protection platform, so the unit selected simply sets the operating current window for the application.

Key Features

  • Motor FLA Range: Available in Motor FLA ratings from 1.6A to 32A across ten selectable options, allowing precise sizing to the connected motor.
  • Thermal-Magnetic Protection: Thermal protection with a conventional free air thermal current (Ith) of 32A per IEC 60947-2, providing reliable overcurrent protection for connected motors.
  • Push-Button Control: Manual push-button control type allows local start/stop operation and manual isolation of the motor circuit.
  • 3-Pole Configuration: Three-pole design rated for a rated operational voltage (Ue) of 690V AC 50/60 Hz and rated insulation voltage (Ui) of 690V AC, with a rated impulse withstand voltage (Uimp) of 6 kV.
  • Screw Clamp Terminals: Power circuit screw clamp terminals accept 1-6 mm² solid conductors, tightened to 1.7 N.m per the manufacturer's specification.
  • Flexible Mounting: Mounts on 35 mm symmetrical DIN rail (clipped) or can be panel-mounted using an adaptor plate.
  • IP20 Protection: Degree of protection IP20 per IEC 60529 for the enclosure.
  • Electrical Durability: Rated for 100,000 operating cycles under AC-3 and AC-3e utilization categories at 415V.
  • Suitable for Isolation: Certified suitable for isolation per IEC 60947-1, supporting safe lockout/tagout procedures.

Certifications & Compliance

  • UL Listed
  • CSA Certified
  • CCC
  • EAC
  • ATEX
  • DNV-GL
  • RINA
  • BV (Bureau Veritas)
  • UKCA Marked
  • Compliant with UL 60947-4-1
  • Compliant with EN/IEC 60947-4-1 and EN/IEC 60947-2
  • Compliant with CSA C22.2 No 60947-4-1

Technical Specifications

  • Poles Description: 3P
  • Power Dissipation Per Pole: 2.5 W
  • Operating Altitude: <= 6561.68 ft (2000 m)
  • Warranty: 18 months
  • Serviceability: No
  • Mercury Free: Yes

Typical Applications

  • Motor Control Panels and Control Panel Building (OEM)
  • Three-Phase Industrial Motor Circuits up to 690V AC
  • Manual Motor Isolation and Disconnect Points
  • Commercial and Industrial Electrical Installations
  • DIN Rail or Panel-Mounted Control Enclosures

Why Square D?

Square D GV2ME TeSys Deca manual starters and protectors are engineered to UL 60947-4-1 and EN/IEC 60947-4-1 standards, combining thermal-magnetic protection, manual isolation, and push-button control in a rugged, DIN-rail or panel-mounted design. With a 100,000-cycle electrical durability rating, a Motor FLA range spanning 1.6A to 32A, and UL and CSA certification, the TeSys Deca line delivers dependable, code-compliant motor protection sized to fit virtually any three-phase motor circuit in demanding industrial and commercial control panel applications.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Product Type:
Manual Motor Starter
Voltage Rating:
690V
Amperage Rating:
1.6A - 32A
Connection Type:
Screw Clamp
Configuration:
3-Pole
Listing:
UL Listed
Standards:
IEC/EN 60947-4-1
Series:
TeSys Deca
Department:
Electrical
Product Group:
Motor Control & Automation
Product Subgroup:
Motor Starters & Contactors

Square D GV2ME08 – Frequently Asked Questions

1) How do I pick the right GV2ME model for my motor's full load amps?
You order the GV2ME by the motor's FLA, and each model covers a setting band you dial in on the dial. Ten ratings are offered: 1.6A (GV2ME06), 2.5A (GV2ME07), 4A (GV2ME08), 6.3A (GV2ME10), 10A (GV2ME14), 14A (GV2ME16), 18A (GV2ME20), 23A (GV2ME21), 25A (GV2ME22) and 32A (GV2ME32). Take the motor nameplate FLA and choose the model whose range brackets it, then set the dial to the nameplate value. The top of the family is 32 A, so motors drawing more than that need a larger device.
2) Can a TeSys Deca GV2ME be used as the disconnect and lockout point for a motor?
Yes. The GV2ME is certified suitable for isolation per IEC 60947-1, so it can serve as the manual isolation point for the motor circuit and supports lockout/tagout procedures. Push-button control gives local start/stop at the unit, so a single 3-pole device covers manual control, isolation and overcurrent protection.
3) Will a GV2ME work on a 480V three-phase motor circuit?
Yes. The rated operational voltage is 690 V AC at 50/60 Hz, with a 690 V insulation rating and a 6 kV impulse withstand, so 480 V and 600 V three-phase systems are well inside its rating. It is a three-pole device intended for three-phase motor circuits.
4) Is the GV2ME UL Listed for use in a US control panel?
It is UL Listed and CSA Certified, and built to UL 60947-4-1 and CSA C22.2 No 60947-4-1, along with EN/IEC 60947-4-1 and 60947-2. That is the paperwork a panel shop or plant electrical inspector will look for on a manual motor controller.
5) Do I still need a separate overload relay if I use a TeSys Deca manual motor protector?
No separate overload block is needed. The GV2ME is thermal-magnetic: the thermal element handles overload with an adjustable setting matched to the motor FLA, and the magnetic element handles short circuit. What it does not do is remote or automatic control, since operation is by push-button at the device. If the motor has to start and stop from a PLC or remote station, pair it with a contactor or choose a combination starter instead.
6) What is the difference between the Square D GV2ME manual motor starter and the ABB CR101 fractional HP manual starter?
The Square D TeSys Deca GV2ME is a 3-pole manual motor starter and protector with thermal-magnetic protection, rated 690V AC and covering motor full load currents from 1.6A up to 32A across the GV2ME06 through GV2ME32 models. The ABB CR101 is a fractional horsepower manual starter, which is the style used for small single-motor loads rather than three-phase circuits up to 32A. If the panel drawing calls for a 3-pole device with an adjustable thermal trip and screw clamp power terminals on 35 mm DIN rail, the GV2ME is the one that matches; for a small fractional HP motor switch the CR101 family is the fractional HP option.
7) What wire size do the GV2ME power terminals accept, and what is the tightening torque?
Power circuit terminals are screw clamp type and take 1 to 6 mm2 solid conductor, torqued to 1.7 N.m per Square D's specification. Size your motor branch conductors to fall in that window before you land them.
8) Does the GV2ME mount on DIN rail or does it need a panel adapter?
Either. It clips directly to 35 mm symmetrical DIN rail, which is how most control panels take it, or it can be screwed to the panel back-pan using an adaptor plate. The adaptor plate is a separate item, so add it to the order if you are not using rail.
9) Is the GV2ME enclosure rated for a wet or dusty location?
No. Degree of protection is IP20 per IEC 60529, which is finger-safe against solid objects but offers no water protection. It belongs inside a control enclosure rated for the environment, not exposed on a wall in a washdown or outdoor area. Operating altitude is limited to 2000 m (6561.68 ft).
10) How many operations is the GV2ME good for in a duty application?
Electrical durability is rated at 100,000 operating cycles under AC-3 and AC-3e utilization at 415 V. AC-3 is squirrel-cage motor starting and stopping while running, so that figure reflects real motor switching rather than no-load operations.
11) What is a lower-cost alternative to the GV2ME for a small fractional horsepower motor?
For small single-motor loads that do not need a 690 V three-pole IEC device, the ABB CR101 Series fractional HP manual motor starter is the simpler option. The GV2ME is the choice when you need three-pole switching, isolation rating and adjustable thermal protection up to 32 A in a DIN-rail panel build.
12) How much heat does a GV2ME add inside the panel?
Power dissipation is 2.5 W per pole. On a three-pole unit that is roughly 7.5 W per starter at full load, which matters when you are sizing enclosure ventilation for a bank of them.
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