Overview
The General Electric CR206 magnetic starter is a NEMA Size 00 enclosed unit engineered for single-phase motor control in industrial automation applications. Built on GE’s proven CR206 platform, this starter provides full-voltage motor switching with the compactness and reliability required in space-constrained control panels. The CR206 series is widely recognized across manufacturing and facility maintenance environments for its straightforward operation and drop-in compatibility with legacy equipment.
Key Features
- NEMA Size 00 compact enclosure ideal for small-footprint installations
- Single-phase motor control with full-voltage starting capability
- Enclosed contactor design protects components from dust and humidity
- Rated for 60 Hz operation in North American industrial facilities
- Standard pressure terminals and auxiliary contact provisions for expanded control logic
Technical Specifications
The CR206 magnetic starter accommodates a broad range of motor sizes and control voltages, making it adaptable to diverse applications. Exact current and voltage ratings vary by configuration suffix; verify your specific model variant (e.g., CR206C102) against GE control catalogs or consult with your system integrator to confirm coil voltage, motor current rating, and any special modifications.
Typical Applications
- Single-phase pump motor control and start/stop switching
- Fan and blower motor circuits in HVAC systems
- Compressor and air-handling equipment controllers
- Light manufacturing equipment requiring compact motor starters
- Retrofit and replacement installations in existing control panels
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- GE magnetic contactor networks and enclosure assemblies
- Standard NEMA full-voltage single-speed motor control circuits
- Manual and automatic reset overload relay configurations
- Single-phase AC motors up to typical Size 00 ratings
- Pressure-terminal line and load connections
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Earlier GE CR206 series variants with compatible coil specifications
- Legacy NEMA 00 single-phase starters requiring field replacement
- Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering to confirm coil voltage, auxiliary contacts, and any enclosure modifications.
Works With
- GE NEMA full-voltage starter control ecosystems
- Manual start/stop push-button stations
- Overload relay thermal and solid-state designs
- Auxiliary contact blocks for interlocking and status indication
