Product Overview
The Cantherm thermal motor protector, also known as a temperature limiter or thermal cut-out, is designed to safeguard motors, transformers, coils, and electronic components. Its compact dimensions and robust construction, tested for shock and vibration, make it ideal for demanding applications. Certified for audio and video equipment (EN 60065), these protectors offer reliable thermal protection with a long service life.
Product Attributes
- Brand: Cantherm
- Origin: Canada (implied by address and contact information)
- Certifications: VDE / ENEC, UL, cUL, CQC
- Application Standards: EN 60065, EN 50155, EN 60730-1 / -2-9, GB14536.1-1998 / GB14536.10-1996
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Models | F13A, F20A, F23A, F20B |
| Control Type | Normally Closed (NC), Normally Open (NO) |
| Rated Current at 250 V (50/60 Hz, PF 0.95 / 0.6) | F13A: 2.0 A / 1.6 A F20A/E: 3.0 A / 2.5 A F23A/E: 3.0 A / 3.0 A F20B/G: 2.0 A / 1.6 A |
| Switching Cycles (under rated current) | F13A, F20B/G: 7,000 F20A/E, F23A/E: 10,000 |
| Max. Current under Failure Condition at 250 V (50/60 Hz, PF 0.95) | F13A: 4.0 A F20A/E: 5.0 A F23A/E: 4.0 A |
| Switching Cycles (under max. current) | 3,000 |
| Temperature Rating (Ta) | F13A: 70 C ... 190 C F20A/E, F23A/E, F20B/G: 70 C ... 185 C |
| Temperature Tolerance | Standard: 5 K |
| Hysteresis | 30 K 15 K |
| Contact Resistance (incl. 100 mm wire) | < 50 m |
| Dielectric Strength (standard insulation) | 2 kV |
| Shock/Vibration Testing | 400 m/s sine half wave / 100 m/s 5 Hz ... 2,000 Hz sine |
| Degrees of Protection (provided by enclosures) | IP00 |
| Protection Category | I, II |
| Lead Wire Standard | Length 100 10 mm, stripped 6 1 mm |
| UL Style Lead Wires | ACFA (black, 150C, 300V, AWG24/0.24mm) AEFC (yellow, 150C, 300V, AWG20/0.48mm) KCFA (black, 200C, 600V, AWG24/0.25mm) KEFA (black, 200C, 600V, AWG20/0.50mm) ASFA (black, 150C, 300V, AWG20/0.81mm) DCFB (white, 200C, 300V, AWG24/0.51mm) DEFB (white, 200C, 300V, AWG20/0.81mm) |
| Approvals | VDE / ENEC, UL File Number E46827, cUL C22.2 No. 77 / C22.2 No. 24, CQC GB14536.1-1998 / GB14536.10-1996 |
| Dimensions (mm) | Refer to illustration drawing for specific models (F13, F20, F23) and insulation/housing options. |
| Marking Example | F20A 120 05 L310 100 U254 (Type, Response Temp, Tolerance, Lead Wire Type, Lead Length, Insulation) |
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