Square D KG2-S5 Heavy Duty Manual Motor Starter

The Square D KG2-S5 Heavy Duty Manual Motor Starter is a Class 2510, Type KG2-S5 device that provides rugged manual On-Off control for motors and resistance-heating loads. As part of Square D’s Type S family of NEMA-style starters, it is rated for circuits up to 600 VAC for both single- and three-phase motors. This starter does not include onboard overload protection; if protection is required, it must be provided separately in the control scheme. The KG2-S5 is designed for industrial panel mounting where hands-on starting and stopping of motors—such as conveyors, pumps, fans, and other equipment—occurs in harsh environments. The heavy-duty construction supports frequent operation in factory floors, processing lines, and equipment enclosures, and the device is selected when a simple, reliable manual control is preferred over electric-start or motor-protective relays. In applications where a robust, maintenance-friendly starter is needed without built-in overload, the KG2-S5 from Square D provides a straightforward solution within the 2510 class lineup.