Schneider GV2ME053 Motor Circuit Breaker, TeSys GV2, Thermal Magnetic 3P 0.63-1A

The Schneider Electric GV2ME053 is a 3-pole motor circuit breaker from the TeSys Deca range, designed for motor protection with thermal-magnetic trip technology. It covers a rated current of 0.63 to 1 A and delivers a breaking capacity of 100 kA Icu across the full voltage range up to 690 V AC, making it suitable for protecting small three-phase motors in industrial environments.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: GV2ME053
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• Series / range: TeSys Deca / TeSys GV2
• Product type: Motor circuit breaker
• Number of poles: 3P
• Rated current [In]: 1 A
• Thermal protection adjustment range: 0.63...1 A
• Magnetic tripping current: 15.1 A
• Rated operational voltage [Ue]: 690 V AC 50/60 Hz
• Rated insulation voltage [Ui]: 690 V AC 50/60 Hz
• Rated impulse withstand voltage [Uimp]: 6 kV
• Breaking capacity [Icu]: 100 kA at 230/240 V, 400/415 V, 440 V, 500 V, 690 V AC
• Rated service breaking capacity [Ics]: 100% of Icu at all rated voltages
• Network type: AC, 50/60 Hz
• Motor power: 0.25 kW at 400/415 V; 0.37 kW at 400/415 V or 500 V AC
• Trip unit technology: Thermal-magnetic
• Control type: Push-button
• Connection terminals: Spring terminals, 1...6 mm² solid / 1.5...4 mm² flexible without end / 1...4 mm² flexible with cable end
• Mounting: 35 mm symmetrical DIN rail or panel with adaptor plate
• Mounting position: Horizontal or vertical
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 45 x 101 x 78.5 mm
• Weight: 0.28 kg
• IP degree of protection: IP20 (IEC 60529)
• IK degree of protection: IK04
• Operating temperature: -20...60 °C
• Storage temperature: -40...80 °C
• Operating altitude: up to 2000 m
• Phase failure sensitivity: Yes
• Mechanical durability: 100 000 cycles
• Electrical durability: 100 000 cycles (AC-3 at 415 V)
• Power dissipation per pole: 2.5 W
• Colour: Dark grey
• Certifications: CCC, UL, CSA, EAC, ATEX, LROS, BV, RINA, DNV-GL, UKCA
• Standards: EN/IEC 60947-2, EN/IEC 60947-4-1, UL 60947-4-1, CSA C22.2 No 60947-4-1

Features and benefits:

• 100 kA breaking capacity at all rated voltages from 230 V to 690 V, providing high short-circuit protection in demanding installations
• Phase failure sensitivity conforming to IEC 60947-4-1, protecting motors against single-phasing damage
• Spring terminals accept solid and flexible cables up to 6 mm², enabling fast and reliable tool-free wiring
• Suitable for isolation per IEC 60947-1, allowing use as a local isolating device
• Rated for uninterrupted duty with 100 000 mechanical and electrical cycles for long service life
• Wide certification portfolio including ATEX, marine approvals (LROS, BV, RINA, DNV-GL), and UKCA for global deployment

Applications:

• Protection of small three-phase motors (up to 0.37 kW) in industrial machinery and automation panels
• Motor branch circuit protection in motor control centres (MCCs)
• Control panel installations requiring a compact motor protective device on 35 mm DIN rail
• Marine and hazardous-area applications where ATEX and marine certifications are required

Compliant with EN/IEC 60947-2 and EN/IEC 60947-4-1. Part of the Schneider Electric TeSys Deca range.

Also known as: Schneider GV2ME053, Schneider Electric GV2ME053, TeSys GV2 motor protective circuit breaker, motor protection switch 1A.