Allen-Bradley 198-MS17 Motor Starter

The Allen-Bradley 198-MS17 (198-MS17) is an industrial motor starter engineered for power switching, line starting, and equipment protection within industrial motor control systems. Designed for use in electrical control cabinets, machine control panels, and motor branch circuits, this assembly manages the starting, stopping, and operational protection of connected AC motors. Built to meet demanding industrial operation standards, the unit provides dependable circuit control to help minimize operational downtime and protect drive-train mechanisms from overload stress. With a net weight of 10 kg, the device features robust housing and terminal hardware built for integration into standard industrial enclosure configurations. It serves as a direct replacement unit for routine maintenance, retrofits, and repair operations across automation lines, material handling systems, pumps, and manufacturing machinery. Plant engineers and service technicians use the 198-MS17 assembly to restore original operational specifications and ensure consistent motor control performance in demanding factory environments.