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MPCBs vs. MCBs

05/15/2009 1:40 AM

Major difference between MCB and MPCB

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Re: MPCB VS MCB

05/15/2009 4:12 AM

What is MPCB ?. It is MCCB..

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Re: MPCB VS MCB

05/15/2009 2:13 PM

If by MPCB you are meaning Motor Protection Circuit Breaker, the difference is in the adjustable trip settings. MCBs are not adjustable; you buy them in fixed values, i.e. .6A, 3A. 16A etc. In addition, the magnetic trips are fixed by virtue of the "Curve" type selected at purchase. S for instance, the "B" curve is not typically used for motors where the "D" curve is, but a D curve may not adequately protect more sensitive equipment.

An MPCB has adjustable trip settings within a range typically seen in motor circuits so that you can more closely define the trip characteristics you want to not only protect your motor, but also to avoid nuisance tripping.

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Re: MPCBs vs. MCBs

05/15/2009 8:18 PM

If you are talking about "motor protection circuit breaker" then Mr.JRaef has the answer. I don't know what brand you are using but down here we call "Thermal-magnetic and magnetic circuit-breakers" Here is the link to it.

We don't call MPCB. It confusing.

http://www.schneider-electric.com/corporate/en/products-services/automation-control/products-offer/range-presentation.page?p_function_id=27&p_family_id=282&p_range_id=1446

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Re: MPCBs vs. MCBs

05/17/2009 3:17 PM

Please see the posting http://cr4.globalspec.com/thread/33001#comment345618. It has a answers for this question.

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