Square D 8538SCG14S Combination Motor Starter

Square D 8538SCG14S is a Type S combination motor starter in NEMA size 1, rated for 30 A, designed to provide both motor control and overload protection within a single, compact enclosure. As part of Square D’s 8538SCG family, it combines a motor disconnect switch with an overload relay to protect the motor during startup and operation, helping prevent damage from overcurrent and thermal overload. The NEMA size 1 designation indicates a small but capable unit intended for panel-mounted installations in restricted spaces, where a separate starter and overload module would otherwise take more room. This particular configuration is suited for controlling small to mid-range AC motors in commercial and light industrial equipment, delivering reliable starting and stopping in a streamlined package. By integrating protection and switching in one device, the 8538SCG14S helps simplify wiring and panel layouts while maintaining standard motor protection practices in accordance with Type S design.