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Definition: NEMA


NEMA refers to the National Electrical Manufacturers Association. NEMA is part of the IEC. NEMA is made up of well-known electrical suppliers such as Allen-Bradley, General Electric, Westinghouse, Cutler-Hammer, Square D, Baldor, and many others.

NEMA
2101 L Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20037
USA

When used in automation terminology, NEMA usually refers to one or more standards in use:

  • NEMA Enclosures (Standard 250)
  • NEMA motor frames
  • NEMA motor starters
  • other NEMA standards