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

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

The Square D TeSys Deca Manual Motor Starter and Protector (TeSys GV3 range, e.g. GV3P25) is a thermal-magnetic motor circuit breaker from Schneider Electric for motor branch-circuit protection. It covers motors from 11 kW at 400/415V AC up to 18.5 kW at 690V AC, delivers a breaking capacity of Icu 100kA, and provides manual start-stop control via a rotary knob rated for 50,000 cycles AC-3 at 415V. Rated for 690V AC operation and IP20 protection per IEC 60947-2.

Key Features

• Motor Power Coverage: Protects motors rated 11 kW at 400/415V AC, 15 kW at 500V AC, and 18.5 kW at 690V AC.
• Thermal-Magnetic Protection: Adjustable thermal range of 17-25A with an Ith conventional free-air thermal current of 25A (IEC 60947-2).
• High Breaking Capacity: Icu of 100kA with Ics rated at 100% of Icu at 400/415V AC and 230/240V AC per IEC 60947-2.
• Rotary Knob Control: Manual start-stop switching guaranteed for 50,000 cycles AC-3 at 415V (IEC 60947-4-1).
• 3-Pole Configuration: 3P design for AC network type, 50/60 Hz, rated operational and insulation voltage of 690V AC.
• Flexible Mounting: Clips to a 35mm symmetrical DIN rail or panel-mounts with 3 x M4 screws; horizontal or vertical mounting.
• Ingress Protection: IP20 degree of protection per IEC 60529.

Certifications & Compliance

• UL Listed
• CSA Certified
• BV (Bureau Veritas)
• ATEX
• EAC
• ABS
• DNV-GL
• CCC
• UKCA
• LROS (Lloyds Register of Shipping)
• IEC 60947-2 / IEC 60947-4-1
• UL 60947-4-1 / CSA C22.2 No 60947-4-1

Technical Specifications

• Warranty: 18 months
• Power Dissipation Per Pole: 8 W
• Warranty Period: 18 months
• Sustainable Packaging: Yes
• Mercury Free: Yes
• Packaging Without Single Use Plastic: Yes
• Tier Id: 1
• ROHS Eur In Scope: Yes
• Recycled Metal Content At Cr Level: 0 %
• Poles Description: 3P
• Network Type: AC
• Serviceability: No
• With Recycled Cardboard: Yes
• WEEE Product Category: 5
• China ROHS In Scope: No
• Return Indicator: Y
• Take Back: No
• Tier: 1
• Returnability: Yes
• Field Service Division: PPIBS
• Operating Altitude: 9842.52 ft (3000 m)
• Magnetic Tripping Current: 350-350 A

Typical Applications

• Motor Branch-Circuit Protection
• Industrial and Commercial Motor Control
• Panel Building and OEM Control Panels
• Manual Motor Disconnect and Isolation
• DIN Rail and Panel-Mounted Equipment

Why Square D?

Square D backs the TeSys Deca line with globally recognized certifications including UL, CSA, ATEX, and DNV-GL, plus IEC 60947-2 and IEC 60947-4-1 compliance for code-ready motor protection. With a 100kA breaking capacity, 50,000-cycle rotary knob durability, and an 18-month warranty, this TeSys GV3 motor circuit breaker is built for long-term reliability in industrial and commercial installations.