Schneider EasyPact TVS Thermal Overload Relay LRE05

Schneider EasyPact TVS Thermal Overload Relay LRE05 — Compact 0.63–1 A Motor Protection Relay

The Schneider EasyPact TVS Thermal Overload Relay LRE05 is a precision-engineered three-phase thermal overload protection device from Schneider Electric’s trusted EasyPact TVS series. Designed to safeguard small motors against prolonged overloads, phase loss, and unbalanced load conditions, this relay delivers dependable performance and protection — ideal for industrial, commercial, and electrical control applications across India. The EasyPact TVS family is built to international industrial standards ensuring safe and reliable motor operation under stressful electrical conditions.

🔌 What Is the LRE05 Thermal Overload Relay?

The LRE05 is a three-pole differential thermal overload relay with an adjustable thermal protection range of approximately 0.63 – 1 A, making it especially suitable for small three-phase motors used in compact pumps, blowers, fans, and light industrial equipment. It continuously monitors the current through all three phases and disconnects the circuit when sustained overload or abnormal phase conditions occur, helping to protect your motor against overheating and costly failures. Its Class 10A trip characteristic conforms to IEC 60947-4-1 standards — balancing tolerance for start-up current surges with dependable overload response.

Compatible with EasyPact TVS contactors, the LRE05 supports direct mounting for streamlined panel design and reduced wiring complexity — perfect for compact motor starter assemblies.

🛠️ Key Features & Benefits

• Adjustable Current Protection (≈0.63 – 1 A): Tailored overload settings ensure accurate protection for small motor full-load currents.

• Three-Pole Differential Monitoring: Monitors all phases for overload, phase loss, and imbalance, enhancing motor safety.

• IEC 60947-4-1, Class 10A Trip Curve: Delivers dependable thermal protection while tolerating normal inrush current.

• Auxiliary Contacts (1 NO + 1 NC): Enables signalling to control panels, PLCs, or automation systems for integrated electrical monitoring.

• Manual & Automatic Reset: Choose reset behaviour to match your maintenance needs.

• Trip Indicator Flag: Provides a clear visual indication when the relay has tripped, simplifying troubleshooting.

• Secure Screw-Clamp Terminals: Ensures reliable, vibration-resistant connections for power and control circuits.

• Compact Industrial Design: Space-efficient form factor ideal for EasyPact TVS contactor-based starters or panel installations.

⚙️ Why Choose the LRE05 Overload Relay?

Thermal overload relays like the LRE05 are crucial components in motor protection systems. They help:

• Protect motors from overheating and thermal damage before severe faults occur

• Reduce unplanned downtime by detecting overloads early

• Improve electrical safety with phase-loss and imbalance protection

• Extend motor and equipment life with dependable thermal safeguarding

• Simplify panel layout with compact design and direct contactor mounting

Whether you are building new motor control panels or upgrading existing systems, the LRE05 offers dependable protection where compact size, precision, and performance matter.

📌 Typical Applications

The Schneider EasyPact TVS Thermal Overload Relay LRE05 is ideal for use in:

• Small motor starter assemblies with EasyPact TVS contactors

• Compact pumps, fans, and blowers

• Conveyor and material handling circuits with light loads

• HVAC motor drives and ventilation systems

• Workshop and light industrial machinery requiring precise motor safeguarding