Tronic 5HP DOL Starter, 415V AC, IP65 Aluminium Enclosure

Our review

This is a direct-on-line starter from Tronic, built to switch a 5HP induction motor running on 415V AC. It comes in a white aluminium enclosure rated IP65, so dust and water spray are kept out, and it carries a one-year warranty. The unit includes an integrated OFF switch plus an emergency ON push button, which suits workshops, pumps, compressors and small production machinery where an operator needs a simple local start and stop point. Before buying, confirm your motor's full-load current and supply voltage match what a DOL starter of this size can handle, and check whether your installation needs overload protection, since the listed details do not mention it. Compared with a star-delta or soft starter, direct-on-line is the simpler, lower-cost option but draws a higher starting current, so it fits motors that can tolerate that. Also compare enclosure ratings if the starter will sit outdoors or in a wash-down area. Available on Sokonia.