Schneider GV2ME20 TeSys Deca Motor Circuit Breaker 3P 13-18A 50kA

The Schneider Electric GV2ME20 is a 3-pole thermomagnetic motor circuit breaker from the TeSys GV2 range, rated at 18 A with a thermal adjustment range of 13 to 18 A. It provides motor protection up to 15 kW at 690 V AC and a breaking capacity of 15 kA at 400/415 V AC, suitable for demanding industrial installations.

Technical specifications:

• Commercial reference: GV2ME20
• Manufacturer: Schneider Electric
• EAN:
• Series / range: TeSys Deca / TeSys GV2
• Product type: Motor circuit breaker, thermomagnetic protection
• Number of poles: 3P
• Rated current (In): 18 A
• Thermal protection adjustment range: 13...18 A
• Rated operating 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 AC; 15 kA at 400/415 V AC; 3 kA at 690 V AC
• Motor power rating: 7.5 kW at 400/415 V AC; 9 kW at 500 V AC; 15 kW at 690 V AC
• Usage category: AC-3, AC-3e per IEC 60947-4-1
• Phase loss sensitivity: Yes per IEC 60947-4-1
• Suitable for isolation: Yes per IEC 60947-1
• Connection type: Screw terminal; tightening torque 1.7 N.m
• Mounting: 35 mm DIN rail (clip-on) or panel mounting with adaptation plate
• IP protection rating: IP20
• IK protection rating: IK04
• Operating temperature: -20...60 °C
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 45 x 89 x 78.5 mm
• Weight: 0.26 kg
• Certifications: UL, CSA, EAC, ATEX, UKCA, CCC, DNV-GL, BV, RINA, LROS

Features and benefits:

• Thermomagnetic protection provides reliable overload and short-circuit protection for AC motor circuits
• Built-in phase loss sensitivity helps prevent motor damage from single-phasing conditions
• Rated as an isolator per IEC 60947-1, eliminating the need for a separate isolating switch
• 100,000 mechanical and electrical operating cycles for long service life
• Flexible DIN rail clip-on or panel mounting for versatile installation

Applications:

• Protection of AC motors in industrial automation and control panels
• Motor starter assemblies combined with contactors
• HVAC equipment motor protection per IEC/EN 60335-2-40
• Marine and offshore installations requiring LROS, BV, RINA, or DNV-GL approval

Compliant with EN/IEC 60947-2, EN/IEC 60947-4-1, UL 60947-4-1, and CSA C22.2 No 60947-4-1. Part of the Schneider Electric TeSys Deca range.

Also known as: Schneider GV2ME20, Schneider Electric GV2ME20, TeSys motor protective circuit breaker 13-18A, motor protection switch GV2ME20.