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Altistart™ 48: Panel-Mount Soft Starts
Altistart™ 48: Panel-Mount Soft Starts
Catalog
8636CT0201R12/11
2011
Class 8636
Altistart™ 48 Panel-Mount Soft Starts
Contents
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Technical Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13
Voltage References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
PowerSuite™ Advance Dialog Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21
Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-26
Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-34
Conventional Starting Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-36
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Introduction
AC Line Supply
Motor
Presentation
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Introduction
Applications
The ATS48 soft start is a controller with 6 thyristors. It is used for torque-controlled soft starting and
stopping of three-phase asynchronous squirrel cage motors with power ranges between 3 and 1200 hp.
ATS48 soft starts offer soft starting and deceleration functions, machine and motor protection functions,
and functions for communicating with control systems. These functions are designed for use in state-of-
the-art centrifugal machines, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors in the construction, food and
beverage, and chemical industries. The high-performance algorithms of the ATS48 soft start contribute
significantly to its robustness and ease of setup.
The ATS48 soft start is a cost-effective solution which can:
• Reduce machine operating costs by reducing mechanical stress and improving machine availability
• Reduce the stress placed on the electrical distribution system by reducing line current peaks and
voltage drops during motor starts
The ATS48 soft start is rated for three-phase voltages 208 to 690 V, 50/60 Hz, and for standard and
severe duty applications.
Functions
The ATS48 soft start is supplied ready for use in a standard duty application with Class 10 motor thermal
overload protection. All devices include a built-in keypad display which can be used to modify the
configuration to adapt it to the application and individual customer requirements.
Options
A remote keypad display can be mounted on the door of a wall-mounted or floor-standing enclosure.
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Technical Characteristics
Technical Characteristics
Environment
The ATS48 soft starts have been developed and performance tested in
Conformity to standards
accordance with international standards, in particular with the starter
product standard EN/IEC 60947-4-2.
e marking CE marking in accordance with the harmonized standard
EN/IEC 60947-4-2.
UL, CSA
Product approvals
DNV, C-Tick, Ghost, CCIB
Soft starts ATS48D17Y to 48C11Y IP 20 (IP 00 in the absence of connections)
Pollution degree
Soft starts ATS48C14Y to 48M12Y (1) IP 00
1.5 mm from 2 to 13 Hz
Vibration resistance Conforming to IEC 60068-2-6
1 gn from 13 to 200 Hz
Shock resistance Conforming to IEC 60068-2-27 15 g for 11 ms
Soft starts ATS48D32Y to D47Y dBA 52
Soft starts ATS48D62Y to C11Y dBA 58
Soft starts ATS48C14Y to C17Y dBA 50
Soft start noise level (2)
Soft starts ATS48C21Y to C32Y dBA 54
Soft starts ATS48C41Y to C66Y dBA 55
Soft starts ATS48C79Y to M12Y dBA 60
Soft starts ATS48D17Y and D22Y Natural convection
Fans Forced convection. The fans are activated automatically when a
Soft starts ATS48D32Y to M12Y
temperature threshold is reached. For flow rate, see page 21.
14 to 104 °F (-10 to 40 °C) without derating
Up to 140 °F (60 °C), derate the current by 2% for each °C above 40 °C
Operation
Ambient temperature (104 °F)
around the unit 14 to 122 °F (-10 to 50 °C) with user supplied shorting/bypass contactor
Storage, conforming to
-13 to 158 °F (- 25 to 70 °C)
IEC 60947-4-2
Maximum relative humidity Conforming to IEC 60068-2-3 95% without condensation or dripping water
Maximum ambient pollution Conforming to IEC 60664-1 Level 3
3300 ft (1000 m) without derating. Above this, derate the nominal current
Maximum operating altitude ft (m) of the soft start by 2.2% for each additional 330 ft (100 m) to a maximum
of 6600 ft (2000 m).
Operating position
Maximum permanent angle in relation to the
normal vertical mounting position
Electrical characteristics
Operating category Conforming to IEC 60947-4-2 AC-53a
Three-phase supply voltage Soft starts ATS48pppY (3) V 208 - 15% to 690 + 10%
Frequency 50/60 ± 5% (automatic)
Hz
50 or 60 ± 20% (must be set)
Nominal soft start current Soft starts ATS48pppY A 17 to 1200
SCRs Soft starts ATS48pppY PIV 1800
kW 3 to 900
Motor power Soft starts ATS48pppY
HP 2 to 1200
Voltage indicated on the
Soft starts ATS48pppY V 208 to 690
motor nameplate
Soft start control circuit
Soft starts ATS48pppY V 110 - 15% to 230 + 10%, 50/60 Hz
supply voltage
Soft starts ATS48D17Y to C17Y W 30
Maximum control circuit
consumption Soft starts ATS48C21Y to C32Y W 50
(with fans operating)
Soft starts ATS48C41Y to M12Y W 80
3 relay outputs (R1, R2, R3), normally open contacts 1 N.O.
Minimum switching capacity: 10 mA for 6 Vdc.
Maximum switching capacity on inductive load: 1.8 A for 230 Vac
Relay output
and 30 Vdc (power factor= 0.5 and L/R=20 ms). Maximum nominal operating voltage is 400 Vac.
(2 configurable outputs)
Factory setting: R1 assigned as the fault relay (configurable)
R2 assigned as the end of starting relay to control the soft start bypass relay
R3 assigned as motor powered (configurable)
(1) Protective covers can be fitted to the power terminals of ATS48C14Y to C32Y soft starts. ATS48C41Y to 48M12Y soft starts have protection on the
front panel and on the sides.
(2) Soft starts located 3 ft. (1 m) away. The noise levels may change depending on the characteristics of the fans.
(3) Throughout this catalog, the symbol “•” designates a portion of the catalog number that varies with controller rating.
Technical Characteristics
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Technical Characteristics
NOTE:
• Power factor correction capacitors can only be used upstream of the ATS48 soft start and only
powered up at the end of starting.
• The soft start must be grounded to meet regulations concerning leakage currents (≤ 30 mA). If the
installation involves several soft starts on the same supply line, each soft start must be grounded
separately.
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Technical Characteristics
TORQUE CHARACTERISTICS
In the following diagrams, the curves indicate changes in the torque that depend on the starting current
of a three-phase asynchronous motor.
Curve 1: full voltage starting
Curve 2: starting in current limiting mode
Torque curve, Ts1, indicates the total torque range available depending on the limiting current Is1.
Limiting the starting current, Is, to a preset value, Is1, reduces the starting torque, Ts1, to a value which
is almost equal to the square of currents Is1/Is.
Example:
For motor characteristics: Ts = 3 Tn for Is = 6 In,
limit the current to Is1 = 3 In (0.5 Is)
resulting in a starting torque Ts1 = Ts x (0.5)² = 3 Tn x 0.25 = 0.75 Tn
STARTING CURRENT
5
1
Is1 2
3
0
0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1
Motor speed
STARTING TORQUE
1
3
2
2
Ts1
3
0
0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1
Motor speed
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I/In Motor speed With current limitation Is1, the accelerating torque
4 1 applied to the motor is equal to the motor torque
Ts1 minus the resistive torque Tr. The accelerating
torque increases in the starting range as the speed
1 changes and is at its highest at the end of
3 acceleration (curve 2). This characteristic means
that the load is taken up very abruptly, which is not
recommended for pump type applications.
0
t
I/In Motor speed Torque control on the ATS48 soft start applies the
4 1
torque to the motor during the entire starting phase
if the current required (curve 1) does not exceed
the limiting current. The accelerating torque can
be virtually constant over the entire speed range
3
(curve 2). It is possible to set the ATS48 soft start
1 so as to obtain a high torque on starting for a rapid
motor speed rise, while limiting its temperature
rise, and a lower torque at the end of starting for
2 0.5
gradual loading. This control function is ideal for
centrifugal pumps or for machines with high
2 resistive torque on starting.
1 Example of speed curve for starting with torque
control
1) Current applied to the motor (I/In)
2) Motor speed
0
t
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Selection
Select the ATS48 soft start on the basis of three main criteria:
1. AC Mains voltage supply:
— Three-phase AC voltage: 208–690 V
2. The power and the nominal current (motor FLA) indicated on the motor nameplate
3. The type of application and the operating cycle
To simplify selection, the applications are categorized as 2 types:
— Standard duty applications
— Severe duty applications
Standard or severe duty applications define the limiting values of the current and the duty cycle ratings.
Note:
If the ATS48 soft start is installed inside an enclosure, observe the mounting and derating
recommendations on pages 20 and 21.
Selection Criteria
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APPLICATION TYPES
Depending on the type of machine, the applications are categorized as standard or severe duty based
on the starting characteristics. Examples are given in the table below.
Standard
Circular saw, band saw Braking for fast stop 300 10 to 60
Severe if > 30 s
Agitator Standard The current display indicates the density of the product 350 5 to 20
Mixer Standard The current display indicates the density of the product 350 5 to 10
Selection Criteria
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SPECIAL USES
Other criteria can influence the selection of the ATS48 soft start:
Shorting/Bypass Contactor
Refer to the recommended wiring diagrams on pages 22 to 25.
The soft start can be bypassed by a contactor at the end of starting (to limit the heat dissipated by the
soft start). The shorting/bypass contactor is controlled by the soft start and the current measurements.
Thermal protection remains active when the soft start is bypassed.
Multi Motors
Motors may be connected in parallel provided that the power limit of the soft start is not exceeded (the
sum of the motor currents must not exceed the nominal current of the soft start selected depending on
the type of application). Individual thermal protection is required for each motor.
Brush Motor
The ATS48 soft start can operate with a bypassed stator resistance motor or with a resistance lug. The
starting torque is modified in accordance with the rotor resistance. If necessary, maintain a low
resistance in order to obtain the required torque to overcome the resistive torque on starting.
A bypassed brush motor has a very low starting torque. A high stator current is required to obtain the
sufficient starting torque.
Oversize the soft start so that the value of the limiting current is 7 times that of the nominal current.
NOTE: Ensure that the starting torque of the motor, equal to 7 times the nominal current, is greater than
the resistive torque.
NOTE: The ATS48 soft start torque control enables excellent soft starting despite the limiting current
being 7 times the nominal current required to start the motor.
2-Speed Motor
The ATS48 soft start can operate with a 2-speed motor. A motor demagnetization period must elapse
before changing from low speed to high speed in order to avoid antiphase between the line supply and
the motor, which would generate very high currents.
Select the soft start using the three main criteria, see page 10.
Selection
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COMMUNICATION
The ATS48 soft start can be connected directly to a Modbus system using an RJ45 connector. It
communicates over the RS-485 serial link (2-wire) using the Modbus system’s RTU protocol. The
communication function provides access to the configuration, adjustment, control, and signalling
functions of the soft start.
ATS48 ATS48
1. Communication module
2. Modbus Systems hub LU9GC3
3. Modbus Systems drop cable VW3A8306Rpp
3 4. Line terminator VW3A8306RC
6 5. Modbus Systems splitter cable VW3A8306TFpp
2 4 5
6. To other buses or networks
1 3 3
4
The ATS48 soft start can be connected to other buses or networks using the communication modules
and accessories below.
LUFP1
Item
Communication modules Catalog number
number
Ethernet Bridge TSXETG100
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Remote Keypad Display and Protective Covers
Remote Terminal/Keypad, Protective Covers, Documentation
The remote keypad display can be mounted on the door of a wall-mounted or floor-standing enclosure.
It has the same signalling display and configuration buttons as the keypad display integrated in the soft
start. A switch to lock access to the menus is located on the back of the keypad display.
The option includes:
• The remote keypad display
• A mounting kit containing a cover, screws and an IP 65 seal on the front panel
• A 9.82 ft. (3 m) connecting cable with a 9-pin SUB-D connector for connecting to the keypad display
and an RJ45 connector for connecting to the ATS48 soft start.
VW3G48101
1. Information is displayed in the form of codes or values in
1
three 7-segment displays
2. Buttons for scrolling through the menus or modifying values
ESC 3 3. ESC: Button for exiting the menus (cannot be used for
ENT 4 validation purposes)
4. ENT: Validation button for entering a menu or confirming the
new value selected
2
For Soft Starts Number of covers per set Catalog number Weight lb (kg)
ATS48C14Y and ATS48C17Y 6 (1) LA9F702 0.6 (0.25)
ATS48C21Y, ATS48C25Y and ATS48C32Y 6 (1) LA9F703 0.6 (0.25)
(1) The soft starts have 9 unprotected power terminals.
LA9F702
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PowerSuite™ Advanced Dialog Solutions
PowerSuite Advanced dialog Solutions
The PowerSuite™ advanced dialog solutions can be used for Schneider Electric drives and soft starts.
They enable communication with the product from a Pocket PC, personal computer, or a dedicated
terminal. The PowerSuite dialog solutions, with a Pocket PC or PC, enable files to be prepared for
uploading to the drives and the soft starts. The PowerSuite software creates its files ensuring
consistency between the configuration/adjustment functions of the product.
PowerSuite Pocket PC
The Pocket PC can be used during preparation, programming, setup and maintenance. It comprises a
Pocket PC terminal and corresponding connection accessories. The software is integrated into a
Windows CE environment. The software incorporates all the functions of integrated and remote
terminals (drive or soft start configuration and adjustment, control, signalling, etc).
The Pocket PC can be used:
• Alone to prepare and store configuration/adjustment files (integral battery or line supply).
• Connected to the drive or to the soft start for configuration, adjustment or control purposes or to
upload a configuration/adjustment file from the Pocket PC to the product or download a
configuration/adjustment file from the product to the Pocket PC.
For more information about PowerSuite software, obtain Data Bulletin 8806DB0001 available from the
Technical Library at www.schneider-electric.com.
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Dimensions
0.26
M6
6.6
0.39
4x 7 150 M6
10
10.83
275
10.24
260
10.63
11.42
270
290
M6
ATS48C14Y to ATS48C17Y
= 6.30 = Maximum connection capacity:
0.71 160 0.79 Ground connections: Busbar (120 mm2)
18 1.58 20
40 M6 Busbar (240 mm2)
0.2 6.26 4x 7
0.4
0.08
10
5 159
2
0.04
0.55
0.04 14
1
0.2 4.59 M6 9x 8
0.2 5 6.38 116.5 1.5 2.44 2.44
38 62 62 7.87 inches
5 10.43 162
mm
265 200
ATS48C21Y to ATS48C32Y
= 9.84 = Maximum connection capacity:
1.38 250 Ground connections: Busbar (120 mm2)
35 2.6
66 4x 9 Power terminals: Busbar (240 mm2)
0.2 5.37 M10 9x 12
0.08
5 136.5
2
0.39
10
350
380
0.71
18 0.04
1
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ATS48C41Y to C66Y
= 11.8 = Maximum connection capacity:
4.72 4.53 300 4.53 Ground connections: Busbar (240 mm2)
120 Power terminals: Busbar (2 x 240 mm2)
5 115 115
4x 9
0.2 6.5 2.72127 M10
0.8
20
5 165 69 1L1 3L2 5L3
0.2
5
24.02
26.38
610
670
58
1.57
40
0.06
1.5
ATS48C79Y to M12Y
= 13.78 13.78 = Maximum connection capacity:
10.12 350 350 Ground connections: Busbar (2 x 240 mm2)
Power terminals: Busbar (4 x 240 mm2)
5.08 2571.02 1.02
6.46129 26 8.8 26 8.25 1.02
164 223.5 209.5 26
0.2 6.69
0.8
20
6x 9 M10 18x 14
1.02
5 170
26
.08
2
6.1 7.09
155 180
33.46
35.04
850
890
8.03 8.98
1.02 204 1.02 228 1.02
1.02
26 26 26
0.95 26
1.02 24
26
5
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Mounting
VW3G48101
2.2
55.6
0.95
24
2.05
52
inches
mm
3.13
79.6
4xØ3.5 Ø36
MOUNTING RECOMMENDATIONS
• Install the ATS48 soft start vertically, within ± 10°.
• Do not place the ATS48 soft start near sources of heat.
• Leave sufficient free space to ensure that the air required for cooling can circulate from the bottom
to the top of the unit.
NOTE: The IP 00 version of the ATS48 soft start must be fitted with a protective cover to protect
personnel against electrical contact. Protective covers are available for the ATS48C14Y to ATS48C32Y.
They should be ordered separately. See page 16.
100
4
2 2
50 50
0.4
100
10
4
inches
mm
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Mounting
For non-ventilated ATS48 soft starts (ATS48D17Y and 48D22Y) in metal wall-mounted or floor-standing
enclosures with Type 12 (IP 54) degree of protection, install no more than 2" (50 mm) below the soft
start to circulate the air inside the enclosure in order to avoid hot spots.
The maximum allowable thermal resistance of the enclosure, Rth (°C/W), is calculated as follows:
• The soft start/motor combinations on pages 14 and 15 can be used in ambient temperatures
≤ 40 °C (104 °F).
• For temperatures between 40 °C and 60 °C (104 °F and 140 °F), derate the maximum permanent
current of the soft start by 2% for every degree above 40 °C (104 °F).
• For the power dissipated by the soft starts at rated load: see pages 14 and 15.
• If the starts are infrequent, use a shorting/bypass contactor with the ATS48 soft start at the end of
starting to minimize heat dissipation.
Calculate minimum useful heat exchange surface area requirement, S (in2):
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Recommended Wiring Diagrams
Recommended Wiring Diagrams
1/L1 2/T1
A
B2
5/L3 6/T3
C FU4 *
CL1 GND
SC
TO CONTROL
POWER
TRANSFORMER { CL2
*
FU2 FU3 * 2
SC
* STOP
ATS48
SOFT START
SC RUN
*
T1 1
SEE
DETAIL B LI3
120V
LI4
*
FU1 FU4 CL2
TS
FR LO1
TRIP
TR * RELAY
LO2
TS
TR AO1
CB SHUNT
ST * TRIP COIL
COM
(2 SEC)
PTC1
G * RUN
PTC2
SEE 5
RUN COMMAND
DETAIL A * RCR * RELAY R1A
(A) (B)
(C) FAULT
TS
R1C
RCR
END R2A
START UP
SHORTING END
(R2A) (R2C)
SCA * CONTACTOR R2C START UP
3 PILOT RELAY
TS R3A
SCA 2 PROGRAMMABLE
SHORTING
SC * CONTACTOR
R3C N.O. CONTACT
TS
DETAIL B
*= User supplied
STOP
STOP STOP STOP
RUN
RUN OR RUN OR RUN
RCR OFF ON
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SW * A2
FU5 * IC * 1/L1 2/T1
A
B2
FU6
AC LINE IC 3/L2 4/T2
B M
SUPPLY
C2
FU7
IC 5/L3 6/T3
C
FU4 *
CL1 GND
*
FU2 FU3 *
SC
TO CONTROL
POWER
TRANSFORMER { CL2
2
SC
STOP
ATS48
SC SOFT START
RUN
1
T1 *
LI3
120V
RCR LI4
FU1 * FU4 CL2
MOTOR +24V
THERMAL SW * SEE RUN COMMAND
DETAIL A * RCR * RELAY LO+
4 (A) (B)
(C)
TS LO1
RCR
LO2
FAULT
(R1A) (R1C) FAULT
FR * RELAY AO1
3
TS COM
FR RCR
ISOLATION
IC * CONTACTOR
PTC1
5 TS PTC2
END R1A
START UP
SHORTING
(R2A) (R2C) FAULT
SCA * CONTACTOR R1C
3 PILOT RELAY
TS R2A
SCA 2
SHORTING END
SC * CONTACTOR R2C START UP
TS R3A
PROGRAMMABLE
N.O. CONTACT
R * POWER ON R3C
FR
W * FAULT
1 Connect control power transformer
for 120 V secondary voltage.
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IC2 * SC
FU2 * FU3 * 2
IC2 SC
IC2 SC
T1 * 1
120V FU4 *
CL1 GND
MOTOR
THERMAL SW * (B) RRR STOP
RFR * RUN FWD ATS48
SOFT START
(A) RELAY
RUN 1 Connect control
4 SEE (C) RFR power transformer
DETAIL A * TS
for 120 V
(D) RFR LI3 secondary voltage.
RUN REV
RRR * RELAY For shorting
LI4 2
(E) contactor
RRR TS operation, add SC
RRR IC1 with associated
FAULT +24V circuitry.
(R1A) (R1C) FAULT
FR * RELAY RFR IC2 Relay contact
3 3
LO+ located on ATS48
TS controller.
FR RFR 5 IC2 LO1 Located at motor.
FORWARD 4
IC1 * CONTACTOR Jumper if switch
LO2 not present.
TS
Set RFR time
RRR 6 IC1 5 slightly longer than
REVERSING AO1
IC2 * CONTACTOR
the expected
deceleration time
COM from rated forward
END TS speed to zero
START UP speed.
SHORTING PTC1
(R2A) (R2C)
SCA * CONTACTOR
6
Set RRR time
3 PILOT RELAY slightly longer than
PTC2 the expected
TS deceleration time
SCA 2 R1A from rated reverse
SHORTING speed to zero
SC * CONTACTOR speed.
R1C
FAULT Remove these
TS 7 contacts to inhibit
R2A direction reversal
R * POWER ON without first
depressing STOP
R2C push button.
END
FR START UP
IC1 R3C
IC2
A * RUN REVERSE
DETAIL A
2-WIRE CONTROL W / AUTO START AUTO DIRECTION 2-WIRE CONTROL W / O AUTO 3-WIRE CONTROL 2-WIRE CONTROL W / AUTO START MANUAL DIRECTION
7
(E)
(D)
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Recommended Component Lists
NOTE: To select control operators (push buttons, pilot lamps, and selector switches), control power
transformers, and wire management devices (control and power terminal strips, wire terminations)
indicated on the recommended wiring diagram configurations, visit www.schneider-electric.com.
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Recommended Component Lists
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Functions
Functions
Summary of Functions
Description See pages
Soft Start factory setting p. 27
Nominal motor current (maximum permanent current) p. 28
Limiting current p. 28
Adjustment functions Acceleration ramp time p. 28
Initial starting torque p. 28
Selection of the type of stop p. 28
Calculated motor thermal protection p. 29
Reset motor thermal state p. 29
Motor thermal protection with PTC probes p. 29
Soft start thermal protection p. 29
Motor underload protection p. 30
Protection functions Excessive acceleration time protection p. 30
Current overload protection p. 30
Protection against line phase inversion p. 30
Time before restarting p. 30
Motor phase loss detection p. 30
Automatic restart p. 30
Torque limit p. 31
Voltage boost level p. 31
Test on low power motor p. 31
Advanced adjustment functions Activation of the cascade function p. 31
Line frequency p. 31
Reset kWh or the operating time p. 31
Return to factory settings p. 31
2nd motor adjustment functions p. 31
Communication functions p. 32
PowerSuite advanced dialog solutions p. 32
Application monitoring functions p. 32
2-wire/3-wire control p. 33
Freewheel stop p. 33
External fault p. 33
Logic input application functions Forced to local control mode p. 33
Reset motor thermal fault p. 33
Activation of the cascade function p. 33
Reset all faults p. 33
Logic output application functions p. 34
Relay and analog output application functions p. 34
Function compatibility table p. 34
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Adjustment Functions
%Tn
%Tn
— InTele™ braking
The braking torque level (brc) can be adjusted. The dynamic braking time
100
(T1) corresponds to the time taken to decelerate from 100% to 20% of the
nominal motor speed. To improve braking at the end of deceleration, the soft
start injects a DC current for an adjustable period of time (T2). It produces
brc = 20 less motor heating than traditional DC injection braking.
0
T1 T2 t
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t(s)
10000
The ATS48 soft start offers functions for protecting the motor and the machine.
• Calculated motor thermal protection
The soft start continuously calculates the temperature rise of the motor based
1000 on the nominal current and the actual current absorbed. In order to adapt the
ATS48 soft start to individual motors and applications, several protection
classes are offered in accordance with standard IEC 60947-4-2: Class 30,
Class 25, Class 20 (severe duty application), Class 15, Class 10 (standard duty
application), Class 10 A, sub-class 2.
100 Different protection classes are defined for the starting capacities of the motor
— cold start without thermal fault (corresponding to a stabilized motor thermal
Class
state, motor switched off)
— warm start without thermal fault (corresponding to a stabilized motor thermal
30
25 state, at nominal power)
10 20
15 The motor thermal protection function can be disabled.
10
After the motor has stopped or the soft start has been switched off, the thermal
10A state is calculated even if the control circuit is not energized.
The ATS48 soft start’s thermal control prevents the motor from restarting if the
1 2 temperature rise is too high. If special motors are used which do not have
thermal protection, provide external thermal protection via probes or thermal
0.5 Id/In
1.12 2.00 3.00 4.00 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00
overload relays.
The soft start is factory preset to Class 10.
Motor thermal protection curves (cold) The tripping curves are based on the relationship between the starting current
Is and the (adjustable) nominal motor current In.
alarm can be indicated using a configurable logic output or displayed via the
10 30
25 serial link. The function can be disabled.
20
15
Note: The PTC probe protection and calculated motor thermal protection
10 functions are independent and can be active simultaneously.
10A
• Soft start ventilation
1 The cooling fan on the soft start is switched on as soon as the heatsink
2
temperature reaches 50 °C (122 °F). It is switched off when the temperature
0.5
1.12 2.00 3.00 4.00 5.00 6.00 7.00 8.00 returns to 40 °C (104 °F).
Id/In
Motor thermal protection curves (warm)
Soft Start Thermal Protection
The soft start is protected against thermal overloads by an analog thermal probe.
(1) PTC: Positive Temperature Coefficient
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Communication Functions
The ATS48 soft start is supplied with an RS-485 multidrop serial link with Modbus
systems protocol as standard. The serial link is configured in the Communication
menu using:
• The address of the soft start (0 to 31)
• The communication speed (4800, 9600, or 19200 bps)
• The format of the communication data. The following formats can be selected:
— 8 data bits, odd parity, 1 stop bit
— 8 data bits, even parity, 1 stop bit
— 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit
— 8 data bits, no parity, 2 stop bits
• The time-out (1 to 60 s)
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• The following soft start states are shown in the display of the current state:
— Soft start without a run command and with no power supplied
— Soft start without a run command and with power supplied
— Acceleration/deceleration in progress
— Steady state operation
— Braking in progress
— Soft start in current limiting mode
— Starting time delay not elapsed
• Last fault
• Phase rotation direction. Displays the direction of rotation (direct or indirect).
• Keypad display locking code
— An access code can be used to protect access to the soft start’s adjustment
and configuration parameters. Only the monitoring parameters are
accessible when the adjustment and configuration parameters are locked
out.
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Conventional Starting of Three-Phase Asynchronous Motors
• Motor thermal alarm: The motor thermal state • Motor underload alarm: The motor torque is
has exceeded the alarm threshold. This alarm lower than the set threshold.
can be used, for example, to avoid starting a • Motor PTC probe alarm: The thermal state
motor if the thermal reserve is insufficient. monitored by the PTC motor probe has been
• Motor powered: Indicates that there may be exceeded.
current in the motor. • Second set of motor parameters activated
• Motor overcurrent alarm: The motor current is
higher than the set threshold.
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Conventional Starting Curves
I/In T/Tn
• Starting torque: 0.5 to 1.5 times the nominal torque
6 3
• Characteristics:
5 2.5
— Motor with 3 terminals, low and medium power
4 2
— On-load starting
3 1.5 — High current peak and voltage drop
2 1 — Simple device
(1)
— Sudden starting for the mechanism
1 0.5
• No parameter adjustment
0 Motor 0 Motor
0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1 speed 0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1 speed (1) Load torque
Starting current Starting torque
Wye Delta starting • Starting current: 1.8 to 2.6 times the nominal current
• Starting torque: 0.5 times the nominal torque
I/In T/Tn
6
(2)
3 • Characteristics:
2
— No-load or low resistive torque starting
4
(2) — High current peaks and torque when changing to “Wye Delta” mode
3 1.5
— A device requiring maintenance
2 1
(1)
— Subject to mechanical stress when starting
1 0.5
• No parameter adjustment
(1) Load torque
0
0 0.25 0.5 0.75
Motor
1 speed
0
0 0.25 0.5 0.75
Motor
1 speed (2) Direct Starting
Starting current Starting torque
Primary resistor starting • Starting current: 4.5 times the nominal current
I/In T/Tn
• Starting torque: 0.5 to 0.75 times the nominal torque
6 3
(2) • Characteristics:
5 2.5
— Motor with 3 terminals, high power
4 2
— Starting with increasing resistive torque
(2)
3 1.5 — High current peak
2 1
(1)
— A large, bulky device requiring maintenance
1 0.5
— Subject to mechanical stress when starting
• No parameter adjustment
0 Motor 0 Motor
0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1 speed 0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1 speed (1) Load torque
Starting current Starting torque (2) Direct Starting
Autotransformer starting • Starting current: 1.7 to 4 times the nominal current
• Starting torque: 0.4 to 0.85 times the nominal torque
I/In T/Tn
6 3
(2) • Characteristics:
5 2.5
— Motor with 3 terminals, high power
4 2 — Large voltage drop and current peak when connected at full voltage
(2)
3 1.5 — A complex, bulky device requiring maintenance
2 1
— Subject to mechanical stress when starting
(1)
• No parameter adjustment
1 0.5
(1) Load torque
0
0 0.25 0.5 0.75
Motor
1 speed
0 Motor (2) Direct Starting
0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1 speed
Starting current Starting torque
Firing angle
Is T • Figure 1 shows the behavior of the torque in relation to the starting current.
Limiting the starting current Is to a preset value Is1 will reduce the starting
torque Ts1 to a value which is almost equal to the ratio of the square of
currents Is and Is1.
Example
Is1
Ts
V On a motor with the following characteristics: Ts = 2 Tn for Is = 6In, current
limiting at Is1= 3 In or 0.5 Is results in a starting torque: Ts1 = Ts x (0.5)2 = 2
0.85 V Tn x 0.25 = 0.5 Tn. (Tn is motor rated torque; In is motor rated current.)
(1) (1)
Ts1
0.6 V • Figure 2 shows the torque/speed characteristic of a squirrel cage motor in
relation to the supply voltage. The torque varies like the square of the
0 Motor 0 Motor voltage at a fixed frequency. The gradual increase in the voltage prevents
0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1 speed 0 0.25 0.5 0.75 1 speed
the instantaneous current peak on power-up.
Figure 1 Figure 2
(1) Load torque
Advantages of Starting with the ATS48 Soft Start
• Conventional electronic starting
To rectify problems caused by:
— Mechanical stress when starting
— Hydraulic transients during acceleration and deceleration in pump
applications
Conventional electronic starting requires the use of several current limits
or the switching of several voltage ramps.
The settings become complicated and must be modified every time the
load changes.
• Starting with the ATS48 Soft Start
The ATS48 soft start’s torque control enables starting without mechanical
stress and the smooth control of hydraulic transients with a single
acceleration ramp. The settings are simple and effective, whatever the
load.
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