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ABB Motor Protection

ABB manual motor starter hub: MS116, MS132, MS165 and MS325 frames with 14 catalogued article numbers and matching accessories.

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Motor Protection — Available Products

Overview

ABB motor protection in this catalogue is built around the MS manual motor starter range. The family holds 14 catalogued part numbers, classified as Motor Starters (13) and Circuit Breakers (1).

Series in this family

  • MS Manual Motor Starters — 14 catalogued parts across the MS116, MS132, MS165 and MS325 frames.

The frame designation is the first selector: MS116 and MS132 cover the smaller current ranges, while MS165 and MS325 cover the larger frames. The trip-current setting range follows in the type code, so a replacement has to match both frame and setting range. Auxiliary contact blocks and enclosures are ordered as separate ABB article numbers. Open the series page for the catalogued list, or send the MS type code with a quote request.

Machine down? Get a fast quote on Motor Protection parts.

New, surplus, and refurbished ABB options. Request a quote or speak directly with an automation specialist for emergency sourcing.

Common Faults

Common Faults

  • Capacitor degradation after 7–10 years of service
  • Communication errors after firmware drift
  • Input/output channel failure from over-voltage events
  • Cooling fan failure causing thermal shutdown
  • Connector wear in high-vibration installations

Troubleshooting Basics

Troubleshooting

  1. Confirm supply voltage and grounding
  2. Inspect diagnostic LEDs and fault codes
  3. Verify firmware/configuration matches the application
  4. Swap with a known-good unit to isolate the fault
  5. Check field wiring and termination

Replacement Options

Replacement Options

  • Direct OEM replacement (preferred)
  • Refurbished OEM unit (cost-effective)
  • Compatible cross from the same manufacturer's current catalog
  • Equivalent from an alternative manufacturer (engineering review required)

Migration Recommendations

Migration Path

When migrating away from discontinued units, plan for: firmware compatibility, wiring changes, software/configuration migration, spare-parts stock, and field commissioning. Palm Parts Solution can supply both the current generation and stock of the legacy unit while you plan the migration.

Compatibility

Compatibility

Units in this family are compatible with the manufacturer's standard control architecture, communication protocols (where applicable), and accessory ecosystem. Always cross-reference the exact catalog number, firmware revision, and hardware series before installation.

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Product Types in this Family

Frequently Ordered Together

Frequently Ordered

Customers ordering from this family frequently pair the unit with matching cables, terminal blocks, mounting kits, and surge protection. Contact our team for a complete BOM review.

Compatible & related families

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New, surplus and refurbished ABB options — request current availability.

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24/7 emergency sourcing for production-critical failures.

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We hunt down discontinued and obsolete parts globally.

Obsolete Support

Lifecycle-end ABB parts — sourced, tested, warrantied.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Motor Protection family used for?

The Motor Protection family from ABB covers industrial automation applications such as machine control, process control, motor control and discrete I/O. Browse the series below to find the exact part number for your installation.

Are obsolete Motor Protection parts still available?

Yes. We stock new surplus, refurbished and end-of-life Motor Protection units from ABB. If a part number is no longer in production we will identify a compatible replacement or repair your existing module.

How do I identify the correct Motor Protection replacement?

Match the catalog number printed on the Motor Protection label, then confirm voltage, I/O count, communication protocol and firmware revision. Our team can validate compatibility against your original ABB configuration before shipment.

Do Motor Protection parts come tested?

Every Motor Protection unit we ship is functionally tested against ABB OEM specifications. Refurbished items include a 1-year warranty and a full inspection report on request.

Need a specific part?

Send us your part numbers — we'll respond the same business day with pricing and availability.

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