CR306A102 - GE Magnetic Starter

CR306A102 - GE Magnetic Starter

The CR306A102 enclosed motor starter is a standard workhorse motor control unit used in a lot of everyday industrial and commercial setups. It’s built around a 3-pole NEMA Size 00 contactor with a 120V coil, mounted inside a Type 1 enclosure, so it’s ready for indoor installation right out of the box.

In the field, this is the kind of starter you’ll usually see running smaller motors in HVAC systems, pumps, compressors, conveyors, and general equipment. Nothing fancy—just reliable full-voltage starting and stopping of motors when you need it.

The encapsulated coil design helps it hold up in normal control panel conditions, and the layout is service-friendly when you’re doing replacements or maintenance. Most technicians like that it’s not complicated to work with—if you’ve dealt with CR306 units before, this one installs and functions the same way.

The NEMA Type 1 enclosure makes it suitable for clean, indoor environments where you don’t need weatherproof or heavy-duty protection. It’s more than enough for standard electrical rooms, mechanical spaces, and equipment panels.

Key Features and Benefits

• Enclosed CR306 series motor starter assembly
• 3-pole NEMA Size 00 contactor for standard motor loads
• 120V AC coil for common control voltage systems
• Full-voltage (across-the-line) motor starting
• NEMA Type 1 indoor enclosure
• Encapsulated coil for consistent operation in panel environments
• Simple, field-friendly design for maintenance or replacement work
• Commonly used in HVAC, pumping, and light industrial systems
• Straightforward installation in existing CR306 setups

Technical Specifications

• Catalog Number: CR306A102
  
• Product Type: Enclosed Motor Starter
  
• Series: 300 Series Motor Controllers
  
• Contactor Size: NEMA Size 00
  
• Number of Poles: 3P
  
• Coil Voltage: 120V AC
  
• Enclosure Type: NEMA Type 1 (indoor)
  
• Starting Method: Full-voltage (across-the-line)
  
• Dimensions: 10 in L x 6 in W x 4.63 in H
  
• Weight: 7.085 lb
  
• Application: Motor starting and control
  

Material Compliance and Certifications

The CR306A102 is UL and cULus listed (E1811) for use in approved motor control applications. It also meets REACH requirements and standard TSCA and WEEE compliance for industrial electrical equipment. Built for standard commercial and industrial use where code compliance matters.

Where It Works Best

• HVAC systems and air handlers
• Pumps and water systems
• Compressors and refrigeration equipment
• Conveyor and light material handling systems
• OEM control panels and machine builds
• Replacement of existing CR306 starters
• General indoor motor control applications

Bottom line: the CR306A102 is one of those “install it and let it run” starters. Nothing complicated—just consistent motor control that holds up in day-to-day use.