Which applications is the 3MP series suitable for?

The right 3MP series use case depends on switching voltage, continuous current, inrush current, coil supply, mounting orientation and environmental conditions. For critical projects, verify the model-table datasheet ratings against your actual load profile.

What should I check first when selecting a 3MP model?

Start with system voltage and continuous current; then check break capacity, inrush rating, coil voltage, auxiliary contact needs and datasheet temperature limits. The configurator builds the order code according to the manufacturer code structure.

Do datasheet ratings and configurator codes refer to the same product?

Yes. The series table shows technical limits; the configurator turns coil, contact, terminal and option selections within the same model family into an order code. For quotation, send both the generated code and your application note.

Do you provide technical support and cross-reference checks for this series?

Yes. Share your existing part number, operating voltage, load type and environmental conditions, and we can review technically suitable alternatives within the same series or adjacent product families.

What information should I send for a quotation?

The generated part number, quantity, target delivery date, application type, system voltage/current and any datasheet revision are enough. The RFQ cart helps collect these details in one request.

Will this information appear the same after publishing?

Yes. The FAQ and related-insights blocks are part of the application code and appear with the same design on the published site.

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SensataKlixon 3MP/4MP Series

Aerospace & military precision hermetic thermostat

The Klixon 3MP and 4MP families are the gold standard for hermetic precision thermostats in defense and aerospace platforms. Glass-to-metal sealed stainless-steel construction survives temperature, vibration, shock, altitude and humidity per MIL-PRF-24236 and equivalent qualifications. Available with normally-open or normally-closed contacts, manual or automatic reset, single or double-throw configurations and custom mounting brackets — qualified on aircraft engines, avionics bays, missile electronics, satellites and ground combat vehicles for more than 60 years.

Aircraft engines & avionicsMissile & munitions electronicsSatellite thermal controlGround combat vehiclesNaval electronics

01temp range c: -65 — +300
02max current a: 15 A
03max voltage v: 115/200 Vac
04qualification: MIL-PRF-24236

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3MP Series Selection Guide
A practical approach to selecting the right model family by evaluating voltage, current, coil, mounting and environmental conditions together.
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3MP Datasheet Checklist
The key technical rows and application limits to verify before quotation or engineering approval.
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3MP Application Notes
Notes focused on thermal limits, switching duty, protection coordination and mounting conditions for field reliability.
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3MP RFQ Preparation
How to clarify part number, quantity, application and technical requirements to get accurate pricing and lead time.
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About the 3MP series

01Which applications is the 3MP series suitable for?

02What should I check first when selecting a 3MP model?

03Do datasheet ratings and configurator codes refer to the same product?

04Do you provide technical support and cross-reference checks for this series?

05What information should I send for a quotation?

06Will this information appear the same after publishing?

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3MP Series Selection Guide

3MP Datasheet Checklist

3MP Application Notes

3MP RFQ Preparation