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Schneider Electric LR97D38E Electronic Overcurrent Relay, 20

MPNLR97D38E
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Schneider Electric LR97D38E electronic overcurrent relay, LR97 series, 20-34 A tripping threshold, 690 V AC rated operational voltage, IP20, direct on contactor or rail mounting.

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Specifications

LR97D38E — Identification
ParameterValue
Product / component typeElectronic overcurrent relay
LR97D38E — Ratings & Performance
ParameterValue
Rated operational voltage (Ue)600 V AC 50/60 Hz for power circuit conforming to CSA 600 V AC 50/60 Hz for power circuit conforming to UL 690 V AC 50/60 Hz for power circuit conforming to IEC 60947-4-1
LR97D38E — Environmental
ParameterValue
IP degree of protectionIP20 conforming to IEC 60529
Operating altitude2000 m
Protective treatment / pollution degreeTH conforming to IEC 60068
Fire resistance850 °C conforming to IEC 60695-2-1
LR97D38E — Approvals
ParameterValue
StandardsIEC 60255-6 IEC 60947
LR97D38E — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Width45 mm
Height67.5 mm
Depth67.5 mm

Product details

It provides overload protection, phase failure detection, and locked rotor protection for three-phase motors. The tripping threshold is adjustable from 20 to 34 A, with a thermal protection adjustment range of 20 to 38 A, covering a practical band for medium-horsepower motors on 400/480 V systems. Phase failure sensitivity is under 3 seconds, meaning it will drop the motor fast enough to prevent single-phasing damage on a lost leg.

Rated operational voltage is 690 V AC 50/60 Hz for the power circuit per IEC 60947-4-1, and 600 V AC per UL and CSA — so it's rated for 480 V and 600 V class systems without derating. The relay offers multiple reset modes: automatic reset with a fixed 120-second delay, electrical reset by interrupting the supply for at least 0.1 seconds, and manual reset. The 120-second fixed delay prevents rapid restart cycling on a hot motor. Time range adjustments are available via knobs: 0.2 to 10 seconds for O-time (overload), 0.3 to 10 seconds for another O-time setting, and 0.5 to 30 seconds for D-time (delay). This lets you coordinate the trip curve with downstream contactors or upstream breakers.

Mounts directly on a contactor or on a DIN rail, making it straightforward to retrofit into an existing motor starter assembly without reworking the panel layout. Tightening torque is 2 N.m on the power circuit and 0.6 to 1.2 N.m on the control circuit lugs.

Frequently asked questions

What is the tripping threshold of the LR97D38E?

The tripping threshold is adjustable from 20 to 34 A, with a thermal protection adjustment range of 20 to 38 A.

What reset options does the LR97D38E have?

It supports automatic reset with a fixed 120-second delay, electrical reset by interrupting the supply for at least 0.1 seconds, and manual reset.

What compliance standards does the LR97D38E meet?

It complies with IEC 60947-4-1, IEC 60255-6, UL, and CSA standards for insulation and operational voltage.

MPN
LR97D38E