Soft Starters For Asynchronous Motors: Presentation

Presentation 1
Soft starters
for asynchronous motors 1
Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop units
1.3
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Presentation (continued) 1
Soft starters
Applications
The Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop unit is a controller with 6 thyristors which is used
for the torque-controlled soft starting and stopping of three-phase squirrel cage
asynchronous motors in the power range between 4 and 1200 kW.
1
It offers soft starting and deceleration functions along with machine and motor
protection functions as well as functions for communicating with control systems.
These functions are designed for use in state-of-the-art applications in centrifugal
machines, pumps, fans, compressors and conveyors, which are primarily to be found
in the construction, food and beverages and chemical industries. The high-
performance algorithms of the Altistart 48 contribute significantly to its robustness,
safety and ease of setup.
The Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop unit is a cost-effective solution which can:
b reduce machine operating costs by reducing mechanical stress and improving
machine availability, 1.3
b reduce the stress placed on the electrical distribution system by reducing line
current peaks and voltage drops during motor starts.
The Altistart soft start - soft stop unit offer comprises 2 ranges:
b three-phase voltages 230 to 415 V, 50/60 Hz,
b three-phase voltages 208 to 690 V, 50/60 Hz.
In each voltage range, the Altistart soft start - soft stop units are dimensioned for
standard and severe applications.
Functions
The Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop unit ( 1 ) is supplied ready for use in a standard
application with motor protection class 10 (see page 1/73).
It comprises a built-in terminal ( 2 ) which can be used to modify programming,
adjustment or monitoring functions in order to adapt and customise the application to
meet individual customer requirements.
b Drive performance functions:

v exclusive Altistart torque control (patented by Schneider Electric),
v constant control of the torque supplied to the motor during acceleration and
deceleration periods (significantly reducing pressure surges),
v facility for adjusting the ramp and the starting torque,
v the starter can be bypassed using a contactor ( 3 ) at the end of the starting period
whilst maintaining electronic protection (by-pass function),
v wide frequency tolerance for generator set power supplies,
v the starter can be connected to the motor delta terminals in series with each
winding.
b Machine and motor protection functions:

v built-in motor thermal protection,
v processing of information from PTC thermal probes,
v monitoring of the starting time,
v motor preheating function,
v protection against underloads and overcurrents during continuous operation.
b Functions facilitating the integration of the unit into control systems:

v 4 logic inputs, 2 logic outputs, 3 relay outputs and 1 analogue output,
v plug-in I/O connectors,
v function for configuring a second motor and easy-to-adapt settings,
v display of electrical values, the state of the load and the operating time,
v RS 485 serial link for connection to Modbus.
Options
A remote terminal ( 4 ) can be mounted on the door of a wall-fixing or floor-standing
enclosure.
PowerSuite advanced dialogue solutions:
b PowerSuite Pocket PC with PPC type terminal ( 5 ),
b PowerSuite software workshop ( 6 ).
A range of wiring accessories for connecting the starter to PLCs via a Modbus
connection ( 7 ).
Bus communication and Ethernet, Fipio, DeviceNet and Profibus DP network
communication options.
Characteristics: References: Dimensions: Schemes:

pages 1/32 to 1/35 pages 1/40 to 1/43 pages 1/48 to 1/53 pages 1/54 to 1/59
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Characteristics 1
Soft starters
Environment characteristics
Conforming to standards The electronic starters have been developed and performance tested in accordance with
1 e marking
international standards, in particular with the starter product standard EN/IEC 60947-4-2
Products have e marking in accordance with the harmonised standard EN/IEC 60947-4-2.
Product certifications UL, CSA, DNV, C-Tick, GOST, CCC, NOM 117, SEPRO, TCF
Degree of protection ATS 48D17p to 48C11p IP 20 (IP 00 in the absence of connections)

ATS 48C14p to 48M12p (1) IP 00
Vibration resistance 1.5 mm from 2 to 13 Hz, 1 gn from 13 to 200 Hz, conforming to IEC 60068-2-6
Shock resistance 15 gn for 11 ms, conforming to IEC 60068-2-27
Starter noise level (2) ATS 48D32p to D47p dBA 52

ATS 48D62p to C11p dBA 58
ATS 48C14p to C17p dBA 50
1.3 ATS 48C21p to C32p dBA 54
ATS 48C41p to C66p dBA 55
ATS 48C79p to M12p dBA 60
Fans ATS 48D17p and D22p Natural convection
ATS 48D32p to M12p Forced convection. The fans are activated automatically when a temperature threshold
is reached.
For flow rate: see page 1/53
Maximum ambient pollution Level 3 , conforming to IEC 60664-1
Relative humidity 95 % without condensation or dripping water, conforming to IEC 60068-2-3
Ambient temperature Operation °C - 10...+ 40 without derating (between + 40 and + 60, derate the nominal current of the
around the device Altistart by 2 % for each °C)
Storage °C - 25...+ 70, conforming to IEC 60947-4-2
Maximum operating altitude m 1000 without derating (above this, derate the nominal current of the Altistart by 2.2 % for
each additional 100 m). Limit to 2000 m
Operating position
Maximum permanent angle in relation to the normal vertical
mounting position
Electrical characteristics
Operating category AC-53a, Conforming to IEC 60947-4-2
Three-phase supply voltage ATS 48pppQ V 230 - 15 % ...415 + 10 %
ATS 48pppY V 208 - 15 % ...690 + 10 %
Frequency Hz 50/60 ± 5 % (automatic)
50 or 60 ± 20 % (must be set)
Nominal starter current ATS 48pppQ A 17...1200
ATS 48pppY A 17...1200
Motor power ATS 48pppQ kW 4...630
ATS 48pppY kW/HP 5,5...900 / 5...1200
Voltage indicated on the motor ATS 48pppQ V 230...415
rating plate ATS 48pppY V 208...690
Starter control circuit supply ATS 48pppQ V 220 - 15 % to 415 + 10 %, 50 / 60 Hz
voltage ATS 48pppY V 110 - 15 % to 230 + 10 %, 50 / 60 Hz
Maximum control circuit ATS 48D17p to C17p W 30

consumption ATS 48C21p to C32p W 50
(with fans operating)
ATS 48C41p to M12p W 80
Relay output (2 configurable outputs) 3 relay outputs (R1, R2, R3), normally open contacts 1 "N/O"
Minimum switching capacity: 10 mA for c 6 V
Maximum switching capacity on inductive load: 1.8 A for a 230 V
and c 30 V (cos ϕ= 0.5 and L/R=20ms). Maximum nominal operating voltage a 400 V
Factory setting: R1 assigned as the "fault relay" (configurable)
R2 assigned as the "end of starting relay" to control the starter bypass relay
R3 assigned as "motor powered" (configurable)
(1) Protective covers can be fitted to the power terminals of ATS 48C14p to C32p starters (see page 1/45). ATS 48C41p to 48M12 p starters have protection on the
front panel and on the sides.
(2) Starters located 1 m away. The noise levels may change depending on the characteristics of the fans.
Presentation: References: Dimensions: Schemes:

pages 1/30 and 1/31 pages 1/40 to 1/43 pages 1/48 to 1/53 pages 1/54 to 1/59
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Characteristics (continued) 1
Soft starters 1
for asynchronous motors

Electrical characteristics (continued)

Logic inputs LI (2 configurable inputs) 4 logic inputs, impedance 4.3 kΩ, isolated: Stop, Run, LI3, LI4
+ 24 V power supply (maximum 30 V) I max. 8 mA
State 0 if U < 5 V and I < 2 mA
1
State 1 if U > 11 V and I > 5 mA
Internal source available 1 x + 24 V output, isolated and protected against short-circuits and overloads
Accuracy ± 25%. Max. current 200 mA
Logic outputs LO (configurable) 2 logic outputs LO1 and LO2 with 0 V common, compatible with level 1 PLC, according
to standard IEC 65A-68
+ 24 V power supply (minimum: + 12 V, maximum: + 30 V)
Maximum output current: 200 mA if supplied externally
Analogue output AO (configurable) Current output 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA
Maximum load impedance: 500 Ω
Accuracy ± 5% of the maximum value
Input for PTC probe Total resistance of probe circuit 750 Ω at 25°C, according to IEC 60 738-A
Maximum I/O connection capacity 2.5 mm2 (AWG 12)
Communication RS 485 multidrop serial link integrated in the starter, for Modbus serial link,
with RJ45 type connector
1.3
Transmission speed 4800, 9600 or 19200 bps
Maximum number of Altistart 48 connected: 18
Other uses:
- connection to a remote terminal,
- connection to a PC,
- connection to other buses and networks via communication options.
Protection Thermal Built-in, starter and motor (calculated and/or thermal protection with PTC probes)
Line protection Phase failure, indicated by output relay
Current settings The nominal motor current In can be adjusted from 0.4 to 1.3 times the starter nominal
current.
Adjustment of the maximum starting current from 1.5 to 7 times the motor In, limited to
5 times the starter nominal current.
Starting mode By torque control with starter current limited to 5 In maximum
Factory setting: 4 In for standard operation on 15 s torque ramp
Stopping mode Freewheel stop "Freewheel" stop (factory setting)
Controlled stop on torque ramp Programmed between 0.5 and 60 s (for pump applications)
Braked stop Controlled dynamically by the flux
Electromagnetic compatibility EMC (1)
Standards Test levels Examples
(sources of interference)
Summary of immunity tests carried out with the Altistart 48 IEC 61000-4-2 level 3
Electrostatic discharge:
- by contact, 6 kV Contact off an electrically charged
- in the air. 8 kV individual
IEC 61000-4-3 level 3
Radiated electromagnetic fields
10 V/m Equipment transmitting radio
frequencies
IEC 61000-4-4 level 4
Rapid electrical transients:
- power supply cables, 4 kV Opening/closing of a contactor
- control cables. 2 kV
IEC 61000-4-5 level 3
Shock wave:
- phase/phase, 1 kV -
- phase/earth. 2 kV
IEC 61000-4-12 level 3 Oscillating circuit on the line supply
Damped oscillating waves 1 kV - 1 MHz
Radiated and conducted emissions According to IEC 60947-4-2, class A, on all starters
According to IEC 60947-4-2, class B, on starters up to 170 A: ATS 48D17p to 48C17p.
Must be bypassed at the end of starting
(1) The starters conform to product standard IEC 60947-4-2, in particular with regard to EMC. This standard ensures a level of immunity for products and a level of
emitted interference. In steady state, the interference emitted is below that required by the standard. During acceleration and deceleration phases, low level
loads may be affected by low frequency interference (harmonics). To reduce this interference, connect chokes between the line supply and the Altistart 48 (see
page 1/45).
Nota :
b Power factor correction capacitors can only be used upstream of the Altistart and only powered up at the end of starting.
b The starter must be earthed to conform to the regulations concerning leakage currents (y 30 mA). When the use of an upstream "residual
current device" for protection is required by the installation standards, an AS-Interface type device must be used. Check its compatibility with
the other protective devices. If the installation involves several starters on the same line supply, each starter must be earthed separately.

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Soft starters 1

Torque characteristics
Curves indicating changes in the torque depending on the starting current of a three-
1 phase asynchronous motor.
Curves 1: direct line starting.
Curves 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 will reduce 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
1.3
I/In
1 Direct line starting current 6
2 Starting current limited to Is1
5
1
Id1 2
3
0
0 0,25 0,5 0,75 1
N/Ns
Starting torque
C/Cn
1 Direct line starting torque 6
2 Starting torque with current limited

to Is1
5
1
3
2
2
Cr
Cd1
0
0 0,25 0,5 0,75 1
N/Ns

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Soft starters 1

Conventional starting using current limitation or voltage ramp

With current limitation Is1, the accelerating torque 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 changes and is
1
at its highest at the end of acceleration (curve 2).
This characteristic means that the load is taken up very abruptly, which is not
recommended for pump type applications.
Example of speed curve for starting with current I/In N/Ns
limitation 4 1
1 Current applied to the motor (I/In)

2 Motor speed N/Ns
1
3
1.3
2 0,5
0
t
Starting with the Altistart 48
Torque control on the Altistart 48 applies the 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
(curve 2).
It is possible to set the Altistart in order to obtain a high torque on starting for a rapid
motor speed rise whilst limiting its temperature rise, and a lower accelerating torque
at the end of starting for gradual loading.
This control function is ideal for centrifugal pumps or for machines with high resistive
torque on starting.
Example of speed curve for starting with torque control I/In N/Ns
1 Current applied to the motor (I/In) 4 1
2 Motor speed N/Ns
2 0,5
0
t
Stopping with the Altistart 48

b Freewheel stop: the motor comes to a freewheel stop.
b Decelerated stop: this type of stop is ideal for pumps and can be used to
effectively reduce pressure surges. Torque control on the Altistart 48 reduces the
effect of hydraulic transients even if the load increases. This type of control makes
adjustment easy.
b Braked stop: this type of stop is suitable for high inertia applications as it reduces
the stopping time of the machine.

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Selection criteria 1
Soft starters
Selection criteria for an Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop unit

The Altistart 48 must be selected on the basis of 3 main criteria:
1 b Two line power supply voltage ranges are available for selection:
v three-phase a.c. voltage: 230 - 415 V,
v three-phase a.c. voltage: 208 - 690 V.
b The power and the nominal current indicated on the motor name plate.
b The type of application and the operating cycle.

To simplify selection, the applications are categorised into 2 types:
v standard applications,
v severe applications.
Standard or severe applications define the limiting values of the current and the cycle
for motor duties S1 and S4.
1.3
Standard application
In standard applications, the Altistart 48 is designed to provide:
b Starting at 4 In for 23 seconds or at 3 In for 46 seconds from a cold state

(corresponding to motor duty S1).
b Starting at 3 In for 23 seconds or at 4 In for 12 seconds with a load factor of 50 %

and 10 starts per hour or a an equivalent thermal cycle (corresponding to motor
duty S4).
The motor thermal protection must conform to protection class 10 (see page 1/72).
Example: centrifugal pump.
Severe application
In severe applications, the Altistart 48 is designed to provide:
b Starting at 4 In for 48 seconds or at 3 In for 90 seconds from a cold state

(corresponding to S1 motor duty).
b Starting at 4 In for 25 seconds with a load factor of 50 % and 5 starts per hour or
a an equivalent thermal cycle (corresponding to S4 motor duty).
The motor thermal protection must conform to protection class 20 (see page 1/72).
Example: grinder.
Motor duties
S1 motor duty corresponds to starting followed by operation at constant load
enabling the thermal equilibrium to be reached.
S4 motor duty corresponds to a cycle comprising starting, operation at constant load
and an idle period.
This cycle is characterised by a load factor of 50 %.
Selecting the starter

Once the appropriate application has been selected from the following page, select
the starter from pages 1/40 to 1/43 according to the supply voltage and the motor
power.
Caution:
if the Altistart 48 is installed inside an enclosure, observe the mounting and derating
recommendations (see page 1/53).
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Selection criteria (continued) 1
Soft starters
Application areas
Depending on the type of machine, the applications are categorized as standard or severe based on the starting characteristics, which are
given as examples only, in the table below.
Type of machine Application Functions performed by the Altistart 48 Starting current Starting time
1
(% In) (s)
Centrifugal pump Standard Deceleration (reduction in pressure surges) 300 5 to 15
Protection against underloads or inversion of the phase
rotation direction
Piston pump Standard Control of running dry and direction of rotation of the 350 5 to 10
pump
Fan Standard Detection of overloads caused by clogging 300 10 to 40

Severe if > 30 s or underloads (motor fan transmission broken)
Braking torque on stopping
Cold compressor Standard Protection, even for special motors 300 5 to 10 1.3
Screw compressor Standard Protection against inversion of direction of 300 3 to 20
phase rotation
Contact for automatic draining on stopping
Centrifugal compressor Standard Protection against inversion of direction of 350 10 to 40

Severe if > 30 s phase rotation
Contact for automatic emptying on stopping
Piston compressor Standard Protection against inversion of direction of 350 5 to 10

phase rotation
Contact for automatic emptying on stopping
Conveyor, transporter Standard Overload control for detecting faults 300 3 to 10

or underload control for detecting breaks
Lifting screw Standard Overload control for detecting hard spots 300 3 to 10
Drag lift Standard Overload control for detecting jamming 400 2 to 10

Lift Standard Overload control for detecting jamming 350 5 to 10

Constant starting with variable load
Circular saw, band saw Standard Braking for fast stop 300 10 to 60
Severe if > 30 s
Pulper, butchery knife Severe Torque control on starting 400 3 to 10
Agitator Standard The current display indicates the density 350 5 to 20

of the product
Mixer Standard The current display indicates the density 350 5 to 10

of the product
Grinder Severe Braking to limit vibrations during stopping, overload 450 5 to 60

control to detect jamming
Crusher Severe Braking to limit vibrations during stopping, overload 400 10 to 40

control to detect jamming
Refiner Standard Torque control on starting and stopping 300 5 to 30
Press Severe Braking to increase the number of cycles 400 20 to 60
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Soft starters
Special uses
Other criteria can influence the selection of the Altistart 48:
1
Starter wired to the motor delta terminal
(see the recommended application diagram on page 1/56)
In addition to the most frequently encountered wiring layouts, where the starter is
installed in the line supply of the motor and the motor is connected in star or delta
configuration, the Altistart 48 ATS 48pppQ can be wired to the motor delta terminal
in series with each winding (see the application diagram below). The starter current
is lower than the line current absorbed by the motor by a ratio of 3. This type of
installation enables a starter with a lower rating to be used.
Example: for a 400 V/110 kW motor with a line current of 195 A (nominal current for
the delta connection), the current in each winding is equal to 195/3, i.e. 114 A.
Select the starter rating with a maximum permanent nominal current just above this
1.3 current, i.e. 140A (ATS 48C14Q for a standard application).
To avoid making this calculation, simply use the table on page 1/41.
This type of installation only permits freewheel stopping and is not compatible with
the cascade and preheating functions.
ATS 48pppQ Motor
Starter wired in series with the motor

windings
Note: the nominal current and limiting current settings as well as the current
displayed during operation are on-line values (so do not have to be calculated by the
user).
Caution: for this type of installation, observe the wiring scheme and the associated
recommendations on page 1/56.
Starter bypassed by a contactor

(see the recommended application diagram on page 1/55)
The starter can be bypassed by a contactor at the end of starting (to limit the heat
dissipated by the starter). The bypass contactor is controlled by the starter and the
current measurements and protective mechanisms remain active when the starter is
bypassed.
The starter is selected on the basis of the 3 main criteria and one of the following
criteria:
b If the starter is bypassed at the end of starting, the motor is always started from
cold state and the starter can be oversized by one rating.
Example: select an ATS 48D17Q for an 11 kW motor in a standard 400 V application.
b If the starter must be able to operate without the bypass contactor at the end of
starting, it does not have to be derated.
Example: select an ATS 48D17Q for a 7.5 kW motor in a standard 400 V application.
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Soft starters
Special uses (continued)

Motors in parallel
Motors may be connected in parallel provided that the power limit of the starter is not
exceeded (the sum of the motor currents must not exceed the nominal current of the
1
starter selected depending on the type of application). Provide thermal protection for
each motor.
Brush motor
The Altistart 48 can operate with a bypassed rotor 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 starter in order that the value of the limiting current is 7 times that of the
nominal current.
1.3
Note: ensure that the starting torque of the motor, equal to 7 times the nominal
current, is greater than the resistive torque.
Note: the Altistart 48 torque control enables excellent soft starting despite the limiting
current being 7 times the nominal current required to start the motor.
Dahlander motor and 2-speed motor

The Altistart 48 can operate with a 2-speed motor. A motor demagnetisation period
must elapse before changing from low speed to high speed in order to avoid
antiphases between the line supply and the motor, which would generate very high
currents.
Select the starter using the 3 main criteria.
Very long cable

Very long motor cables cause voltage drops due to the resistance of the cable. If the
voltage drop is significant, it could affect the current consumption and the torque
available. This must therefore be taken into account when selecting the motor and
the starter.
Starters in parallel on the same line supply

If several starters are installed on the same line supply, line chokes should be
installed between the transformer and the starter (see page 1/45).
Recommendations for use

Caution: do not use the Altistart 48 upstream of loads other than motors (for
examples transformers and resistors are forbidden).
Do not connect power factor correction capacitors to the terminals of a motor
controlled by an Altistart 48.
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References 1
Soft starters 1

Line voltage 230/415 V
Connection in the motor supply line
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For standard applications

Motor Starter 230/415 V - 50/60 Hz
1 Motor power Nominal Factory Power Reference Weight
(1) current setting dissipated
(IcL) current at nominal
230 V 400 V (2) (4) load
kW kW A A W kg
4 7.5 17 14.8 59 ATS 48D17Q 4.900
5.5 11 22 21 74 ATS 48D22Q 4.900
7.5 15 32 28.5 104 ATS 48D32Q 4.900
9 18.5 38 35 116 ATS 48D38Q 4.900
ATS 48D17Q 11 22 47 42 142 ATS 48D47Q 4.900
15 30 62 57 201 ATS 48D62Q 8.300
18.5 37 75 69 245 ATS 48D75Q 8.300
1.3 22 45 88 81 290 ATS 48D88Q 8.300
30 55 110 100 322 ATS 48C11Q 8.300
37 75 140 131 391 ATS 48C14Q 12.400
45 90 170 162 479 ATS 48C17Q 12.400
55 110 210 195 580 ATS 48C21Q 18.200
75 132 250 233 695 ATS 48C25Q 18.200
90 160 320 285 902 ATS 48C32Q 18.200
110 220 410 388 1339 ATS 48C41Q 51.400
132 250 480 437 1386 ATS 48C48Q 51.400
106761
160 315 590 560 1731 ATS 48C59Q 51.400

– 355 660 605 1958 ATS 48C66Q 51.400
220 400 790 675 2537 ATS 48C79Q 115.000
250 500 1000 855 2865 ATS 48M10Q 115.000
355 630 1200 1045 3497 ATS 48M12Q 115.000
For severe applications

Motor power Nominal Factory Power Reference Weight
(3) current at nominal
ATS 48C14Q 230 V 400 V (4) load
kW kW A A W kg
3 5.5 12 14.8 46 ATS 48D17Q 4.900
4 7.5 17 21 59 ATS 48D22Q 4.900
5.5 11 22 28.5 74 ATS 48D32Q 4.900
7.5 15 32 35 99 ATS 48D38Q 4.900
9 18.5 38 42 116 ATS 48D47Q 4.900
11 22 47 57 153 ATS 48D62Q 8.300
15 30 62 69 201 ATS 48D75Q 8.300
18.5 37 75 81 245 ATS 48D88Q 8.300
22 45 88 100 252 ATS 48C11Q 8.300
30 55 110 131 306 ATS 48C14Q 12.400
106758
37 75 140 162 391 ATS 48C17Q 12.400

45 90 170 195 468 ATS 48C21Q 18.200
55 110 210 233 580 ATS 48C25Q 18.200
75 132 250 285 695 ATS 48C32Q 18.200
90 160 320 388 1017 ATS 48C41Q 51.400
110 220 410 437 1172 ATS 48C48Q 51.400
132 250 480 560 1386 ATS 48C59Q 51.400
160 315 590 605 1731 ATS 48C66Q 51.400
– 355 660 675 2073 ATS 48C79Q 115.000
220 400 790 855 2225 ATS 48M10Q 115.000
250 500 1000 1045 2865 ATS 48M12Q 115.000
(1) Value indicated on the motor rating plate.
(2) Corresponds to the maximum permanent current in class 10. IcL corresponds to the starter
rating.
(3) Corresponds to the maximum permanent current in class 20.
(4) The factory setting current corresponds to the value of the nominal current of a standard
ATS 48M12Q 4-pole, 400 V, class 10 motor (standard application). Adjust the settings in accordance with
the motor nominal current.
Presentation: Characteristics: Dimensions: Schemes:

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References (continued) 1
Soft starters 1

Connection to the motor delta terminals
ATS 48pppQ Motor For standard applications according to figure 1

Motor power Nominal Factory Power Reference Weight 1
230 V 400 V (4) load
kW kW A A W kg
7.5 15 29 14.8 59 ATS 48D17Q 4.900
9 18.5 38 21 74 ATS 48D22Q 4.900
15 22 55 28.5 104 ATS 48D32Q 4.900
Figure 1 18.5 30 66 35 116 ATS 48D38Q 4.900
Special use: 22 45 81 42 142 ATS 48D47Q 4.900
starter connected to the motor delta 30 55 107 57 201 ATS 48D62Q 8.300
terminal in series with each winding
37 55 130 69 245 ATS 48D75Q 8.300
45 75 152 81 290 ATS 48D88Q 8.300 1.3
55 90 191 100 322 ATS 48C11Q 8.300
75 110 242 131 391 ATS 48C14Q 12.400
90 132 294 162 479 ATS 48C17Q 12.400
110 160 364 195 580 ATS 48C21Q 18.200
132 220 433 233 695 ATS 48C25Q 18.200
160 250 554 285 902 ATS 48C32Q 18.200
220 315 710 388 1339 ATS 48C41Q 51.400
250 355 831 437 1386 ATS 48C48Q 51.400
– 400 1022 560 1731 ATS 48C59Q 51.400
315 500 1143 605 1958 ATS 48C66Q 51.400
355 630 1368 675 2537 ATS 48C79Q 115.000
– 710 1732 855 2865 ATS 48M10Q 115.000
500 – 2078 1045 3497 ATS 48M12Q 115.000
For severe applications according to figure 1

Motor power Nominal Factory Power Reference Weight
230 V 400 V (4) load
kW kW A A W kg
5.5 11 22 14.8 46 ATS 48D17Q 4.900
7.5 15 29 21 59 ATS 48D22Q 4.900
9 18.5 38 28.5 74 ATS 48D32Q 4.900
15 22 55 35 99 ATS 48D38Q 4.900
18.5 30 66 42 116 ATS 48D47Q 4.900
22 45 81 57 153 ATS 48D62Q 8.300
30 55 107 69 201 ATS 48D75Q 8.300
37 55 130 81 245 ATS 48D88Q 8.300
45 75 152 100 252 ATS 48C11Q 8.300
55 90 191 131 306 ATS 48C14Q 12.400
75 110 242 162 391 ATS 48C17Q 12.400
90 132 294 195 468 ATS 48C21Q 18.200
110 160 364 233 580 ATS 48C25Q 18.200
132 220 433 285 695 ATS 48C32Q 18.200
160 250 554 388 1017 ATS 48C41Q 51.400
220 315 710 437 1172 ATS 48C48Q 51.400
250 355 831 560 1386 ATS 48C59Q 51.400
– 400 1022 605 1731 ATS 48C66Q 51.400
315 500 1143 675 2073 ATS 48C79Q 115.000
355 630 1368 855 2225 ATS 48M10Q 115.000
– 710 1732 1045 2865 ATS 48M12Q 115.000
(4) For this type of connection, the factory setting current must be adjusted in accordance with
the nominal motor current.

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Soft starters 1

Motor power in HP
106762

1 Motor power (1) Nominal Factory Power Reference Weight
current setting dissipated
208 V 230 V 460 V 575 V (2) (4) load
HP HP HP HP A A W kg
3 5 10 15 17 14 59 ATS 48D17Y 4.900
5 7.5 15 20 22 21 74 ATS 48D22Y 4.900
7.5 10 20 25 32 27 104 ATS 48D32Y 4.900
10 – 25 30 38 34 116 ATS 48D38Y 4.900
ATS 48D17Y
– 15 30 40 47 40 142 ATS 48D47Y 4.900
15 20 40 50 62 52 201 ATS 48D62Y 8.300
20 25 50 60 75 65 245 ATS 48D75Y 8.300
1.3 25 30 60 75 88 77 290 ATS 48D88Y 8.300
30 40 75 100 110 96 322 ATS 48C11Y 8.300
40 50 100 125 140 124 391 ATS 48C14Y 12.400
50 60 125 150 170 156 479 ATS 48C17Y 12.400
60 75 150 200 210 180 580 ATS 48C21Y 18.200
75 100 200 250 250 240 695 ATS 48C25Y 18.200
100 125 250 300 320 302 902 ATS 48C32Y 18.200
125 150 300 350 410 361 1339 ATS 48C41Y 51.400
150 – 350 400 480 414 1386 ATS 48C48Y 51.400
106761
– 200 400 500 590 477 1731 ATS 48C59Y 51.400

200 250 500 600 660 590 1958 ATS 48C66Y 51.400
250 300 600 800 790 720 2537 ATS 48C79Y 115.000
350 350 800 1000 1000 954 2865 ATS 48M10Y 115.000
400 450 1000 1200 1200 1170 3497 ATS 48M12Y 115.000

Motor power (1) Nominal Factory Power Reference Weight
ATS 48C14Y 208 V 230 V 460 V 575 V (4) load
HP HP HP HP A A W kg
2 3 7.5 10 12 14 46 ATS 48D17Y 4.900
3 5 10 15 17 21 59 ATS 48D22Y 4.900
5 7.5 15 20 22 27 74 ATS 48D32Y 4.900
7.5 10 20 25 32 34 99 ATS 48D38Y 4.900
10 – 25 30 38 40 116 ATS 48D47Y 4.900
– 15 30 40 47 52 153 ATS 48D62Y 8.300
15 20 40 50 62 65 201 ATS 48D75Y 8.300
20 25 50 60 75 77 245 ATS 48D88Y 8.300
25 30 60 75 88 96 252 ATS 48C11Y 8.300
30 40 75 100 110 124 306 ATS 48C14Y 12.400
106758
40 50 100 125 140 156 391 ATS 48C17Y 12.400

50 60 125 150 170 180 468 ATS 48C21Y 18.200
60 75 150 200 210 240 580 ATS 48C25Y 18.200
75 100 200 250 250 302 695 ATS 48C32Y 18.200
100 125 250 300 320 361 1017 ATS 48C41Y 51.400
125 150 300 350 410 414 1172 ATS 48C48Y 51.400
150 – 350 400 480 477 1386 ATS 48C59Y 51.400
– 200 400 500 590 590 1731 ATS 48C66Y 51.400
200 250 500 600 660 720 2073 ATS 48C79Y 115.000
250 300 600 800 790 954 2225 ATS 48M10Y 115.000
350 350 800 1000 1000 1170 2865 ATS 48M12Y 115.000
(2) Corresponds to the maximum permanent current in class 10. IcL corresponds to the starter
rating.
ATS 48M12Y (4) The factory setting current corresponds to the value of the nominal current of a standard motor
according to NEC, 460 V, class 10 (standard application). Adjust the settings in accordance
with the motor nominal current.

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Soft starters 1

Motor power in kW

Motor power (1) Nominal Factory Power Reference Weight 1
230 V 400 V 440 V 500 V 525 V 660 V 690 V (2) (4) load
kW kW kW kW kW kW kW A A W kg
4 7.5 7.5 9 9 11 15 17 14 59 ATS 48D17Y 4.900
5.5 11 11 11 11 15 18.5 22 21 74 ATS 48D22Y 4.900
7.5 15 15 18.5 18.5 22 22 32 27 104 ATS 48D32Y 4.900
9 18.5 18.5 22 22 30 30 38 34 116 ATS 48D38Y 4.900
11 22 22 30 30 37 37 47 40 142 ATS 48D47Y 4.900
15 30 30 37 37 45 45 62 52 201 ATS 48D62Y 8.300
18.5 37 37 45 45 55 55 75 65 245 ATS 48D75Y 8.300
22 45 45 55 55 75 75 88 77 290 ATS 48D88Y 8.300 1.3
30 55 55 75 75 90 90 110 96 322 ATS 48C11Y 8.300
37 75 75 90 90 110 110 140 124 391 ATS 48C14Y 12.400
45 90 90 110 110 132 160 170 156 479 ATS 48C17Y 12.400
55 110 110 132 132 160 200 210 180 580 ATS 48C21Y 18.200
75 132 132 160 160 220 250 250 240 695 ATS 48C25Y 18.200
90 160 160 220 220 250 315 320 302 902 ATS 48C32Y 18.200
110 220 220 250 250 355 400 410 361 1339 ATS 48C41Y 51.400
132 250 250 315 315 400 500 480 414 1386 ATS 48C48Y 51.400
160 315 355 400 400 560 560 590 477 1731 ATS 48C59Y 51.400
– 355 400 – – 630 630 660 590 1958 ATS 48C66Y 51.400
220 400 500 500 500 710 710 790 720 2537 ATS 48C79Y 115.000
250 500 630 630 630 900 900 1000 954 2865 ATS 48M10Y 115.000
355 630 710 800 800 – – 1200 1170 3497 ATS 48M12Y 115.000

Motor power (1) Nominal Factory Power Reference Weight
230 V 400 V 440 V 500 V 525 V 660 V 690 V (4) load
kW kW kW kW kW kW kW A A W kg
3 5.5 5.5 7.5 7.5 9 11 12 14 46 ATS 48D17Y 4.900
4 7.5 7.5 9 9 11 15 17 21 59 ATS 48D22Y 4.900
5.5 11 11 11 11 15 18.5 22 27 74 ATS 48D32Y 4.900
7.5 15 15 18.5 18.5 22 22 32 34 99 ATS 48D38Y 4.900
9 18.5 18.5 22 22 30 30 38 40 116 ATS 48D47Y 4.900
11 22 22 30 30 37 37 47 52 153 ATS 48D62Y 8.300
15 30 30 37 37 45 45 62 65 201 ATS 48D75Y 8.300
18.5 37 37 45 45 55 55 75 77 245 ATS 48D88Y 8.300
22 45 45 55 55 75 75 88 96 252 ATS 48C11Y 8.300
30 55 55 75 75 90 90 110 124 306 ATS 48C14Y 12.400
37 75 75 90 90 110 110 140 156 391 ATS 48C17Y 12.400
45 90 90 110 110 132 160 170 180 468 ATS 48C21Y 18.200
55 110 110 132 132 160 200 210 240 580 ATS 48C25Y 18.200
75 132 132 160 160 220 250 250 302 695 ATS 48C32Y 18.200
90 160 160 220 220 250 315 320 361 1017 ATS 48C41Y 51.400
110 220 220 250 250 355 400 410 414 1172 ATS 48C48Y 51.400
132 250 250 315 315 400 500 480 477 1386 ATS 48C59Y 51.400
160 315 355 400 400 560 560 590 590 1731 ATS 48C66Y 51.400
– 355 400 – – 630 630 660 720 2073 ATS 48C79Y 115.000
220 400 500 500 500 710 710 790 954 2225 ATS 48M10Y 115.000
250 500 630 630 630 900 900 1000 1170 2865 ATS 48M12Y 115.000
(2) Corresponds to the maximum permanent current in class 10. IcL corresponds to the starter rating.
(4) The factory setting current corresponds to the value of the nominal current of a standard motor according to NEC, 460 V, class 10 (standard application). Adjust
the settings in accordance with the motor nominal current.

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Presentation 1
Soft starters

Options: remote terminal, line chokes and DNV kits
Remote terminal
The terminal can be mounted on the door of a wall-fixing or floor-standing enclosure.
1 It has the same signalling display and configuration buttons as the terminal
integrated in the starter. A switch to lock access to the menu is located at the rear of
the terminal.
The option comprises:

- the remote terminal
- a mounting kit containing a cover, screws and an IP 54 seal on the front panel
- a 3 m connecting cable with a 9-way SUB-D connector for connecting to the
terminal and an RJ45 connector for connecting to the Altistart 48
1 Information is displayed in the form of

codes or values in three "7-segment"
1.3 displays
1 2 buttons for scrolling through the menus
or modifying values
3 "ESC": button for exiting the menus
ESC 3
(cannot be used for validation
ENT 4 purposes)
4 "ENT": validation button for entering a
menu or confirming the new value
selected
2
Line chokes
The use of line chokes is recommended in particular when installing several

electronic starters on the same line supply. The values of the chokes are defined for
a voltage drop between 3% and 5% of the nominal line voltage.
Install the line choke between the line contactor and the starter.
DNV kits
These kits enable ATS 48D62p to 48M12p starters to meet the requirements of the
DNV certification body.
Each kit consists of the fixing pins and all the parts necessary for mounting the starter
(when mounting using the VW3 G48107 kit a sling must be used, which is not
included).
ATS 48D17p to 48D47p starters are DNV certified and it is not necessary to add an
optional kit.
References: Dimension:
page 1/45 pages 1/50 to 1/52
1/44
References 1
Soft starters

Options: remote terminal, line chokes, DNV kits,
protective covers and documentation
Remote terminal
106770
Description Reference Weight
Remote terminal VW3 G48101

kg
0.200
1
Line chokes
For starters Value Nominal Degree of Reference Weight
of the current protection
choke
mH A kg
ATS 48D17p 1.7 15 IP 20 VZ1 L015UM17T 2.100
ATS 48D22p 0.8 30 IP 20 VZ1 L030U800T 4.100

VW3 G48101
ATS 48D32p and 48D38p 0.6 40 IP 20 VZ1 L040U600T 5.100
ATS 48D47p and 48D62p 0.35 70 IP 20 VZ1 L070U350T 8.000 1.3

ATS 48D75p to 48C14p 0.17 150 IP 00 VZ1 L150U170T 14.900
ATS 48C17p to 48C25p 0.1 250 IP 00 VZ1 L250U100T 24.300
ATS 48C32p 0.075 325 IP 00 VZ1 L325U075T 28.900

524102
ATS 48C41p and 48C48p 0.045 530 IP 00 VZ1 L530U045T 37.000
ATS 48C59p to 48M10p 0.024 1025 IP 00 VZ1 LM10U024T 66.000
ATS 48M12p 0.016 1435 IP 00 VZ1 LM14U016T 80.000
Nota : line chokes with IP 00 degree of protection must be fitted with a protective bar to protect
personnel against electrical contact.
DNV kits
For starters Reference Weight
kg
ATS 48D62p to 48C17p VW3 G48106 0.600
VW3 G48106
ATS 48C21p to 48C32p VW3 G48107 0.680
ATS 48C41p to 48C66p VW3 G48108 3.400
ATS 48C79p to 48M12p VW3 G48109 4.400
Protective covers for power terminals

To be used with tags closed
813095
For starters Number of covers Reference Weight

per set kg
ATS 48C14p and ATS 48C17p 6 (1) LA9 F702 0.250
Documentation
Description Format Reference Weight
kg
Altistart 48 user's manual A5 VVD ED 301066 0.150
Modbus user's manual A5 VVD ED 302023 0.150

LA9 F702
International technical manual CD-ROM DCI CD 398111 0.150
(ITM) (2)
(1) The starters have 9 unprotected power terminals.
(2) Library containing:
- manuals and quick reference guides for starters and speed drives,
- user's manuals for communication gateways.
Presentation: Dimensions:
page 1/44 pages 1/50 to 1/52
1/45
Presentation 1
Soft starters 1

Communication options
Modbus serial link Connections via splitter blocks and RJ45 type connectors
1 The Altistart 48 is connected directly to the Modbus bus

via its RJ45 type connector port.
1 PLC (1)
2 Modbus cable depending on the type
This port supports the RS 458 (2-wire) standard of controller or PLC
and the Modbus RTU protocol. 1 3 Modbus splitter block LU9 GC3
The communication function provides access to the 4 Modbus drop cable VW3 A8 306 Rpp
configuration, adjustment, control and signalling 2 3 4 6 4 6 5 5 Line terminators VW3 A8 306 RC
functions of the starter. 6 Modbus T-junction box
VW3 A8 306 TFpp (with cable)
5
4 4 4
1.3
ATS 48
Connections via junction boxes
1 PLC (1)
2 Modbus cable depending on the type
of controller or PLC
1 3 Modbus cable TSX CSA p00
4 Junction box TSX SCA 50
2 5 3 4 5 Subscriber sockets TSX SCA 62
6 Modbus drop cable VW3 A8 306
7 Modbus drop cable VW3 A8 306 D30
6 7
ATS 48
Connections via screw terminals
In this case, use a Modbus drop cable VW3 A8 306 D30 and line terminators
VW3 A8 306 DRC.
Other communication buses Connection via modules
The Altistart 48 can also be connected to Ethernet, 1 To network

1 1
Fipio, Profibus DP and DeviceNet networks via a 2 2 2 Communication modules
module (bridge or gateway). 3 Cables VW3 A8 306 Rpp,
Communication on the network is used for: VW3 P07 306 R10 or
b controlling 3 4 3 VW3 A8 306 D30
b monitoring and ATS 48
4 Modbus splitter block LU9 GC3
b configuring the Modbus products connected to the 5 Modbus drop cable VW3 A8 306 Rpp
network 6 Line terminator VW3 A8 306 RC
6
5 5 5
ATS 48
(1) Please consult our "Modicon Premium automation platform" and "Modicon TSX Micro
automation platform" catalogues.
References:
page 1/47
1/46
References 1
Soft starters 1

Communication options
Modbus serial link

Connection accessories
Description Unit reference Weight
kg
1
Junction box TSX SCA 50 0.520
3 screw terminals, RC line terminator
To be connected using cable VW3 A8 306 D30
Subscriber sockets TSX SCA 62 0.570
2 x female 15-way SUB-D connectors
and 2 screw terminals, RC line terminator
TSX SCA 50 To be connected using cable VW3 A8 306
Modbus splitter block LU9 GC3 0.500
8 RJ45 type connectors and 1 screw terminal
Line For RJ45 R = 120 Ω, C = 1 nF VW3 A8 306 RC 0.200

terminators connector
(1) R = 150 Ω VW3 A8 306 R 0.200 1.3
For screw R = 120 Ω, C = 1 nF VW3 A8 306 DRC 0.200
TSX SCA 62 terminals
R = 150 Ω VW3 A8 306 DR 0.200
Modbus T-junction boxes With integrated cable (0.3 m) VW3 A8 306 TF03 –
With integrated cable (1 m) VW3 A8 306 TF10 –
Connecting cables
Description Length Connectors Reference Weight
m kg
Cables for 3 1 RJ45 connector VW3 A8 306 D30 0.150
Modbus bus and one end stripped
3 1 RJ45 connector and 1male VW3 A8 306 0.150
15-way SUB-D connector for
TSX SCA 62
0.3 2 RJ45 connectors VW3 A8 306 R03 0.050
1 2 RJ45 connectors VW3 A8 306 R10 0.050
3 2 RJ45 connectors VW3 A8 306 R30 0.150
Cables for 1 2 RJ45 connectors VW3 P07 306 R10 0.050

Profibus DP
RS 485 double 100 Supplied without connector TSX CSA 100 –
shielded twisted
pair cables 200 Supplied without connector TSX CSA 200 –
500 Supplied without connector TSX CSA 500 –
Other communication buses

Description Cables Reference Weight
to be connected kg
Ethernet/Modbus bridge VW3 A8 306 D30 174 CEV 300 10 (2) 0.500
with 1 x Ethernet 10baseT port
(RJ45 type)
Fipio/Modbus gateway VW3 A8 306 Rpp LUF P1 0.240
(3)
DeviceNet/Modbus gateway VW3 A8 306 Rpp LUF P9 0.240

(3)
Profibus DP/Modbus gateway VW3 P07 306 R10 LA9 P307 0.240
Parameters set using standard
Profibus DP configurator,
Hilscher Sycon type (4)
Profibus DP/Modbus gateway VW3 A8 306 Rpp LUF P7 0.240
Parameters set using
ABC Configurator software (3)
(1) Sold in lots of 2.

(2) Please consult our "Modicon Premium automation platform and PL7 software" catalogue.
(3) See pages 4/22 and 4/23.
LUF P1 LA9 P307 (4) See pages 4/24 and 4/25.
Presentation:
page 1/46
1/47
Dimensions 1
Soft starters
ATS 48D17p to ATS 48D47p ATS 48D62p to ATS 48C11p

4x 7 M6 150
1
6,6
4x 7 M6
10
260
275
270
290
M6
190 = 100 =
235 M6
1.3 160
190
Maximum connection capacity: Maximum connection capacity:
Earth connections: 10 mm2 (AWG 8) Earth connections: 16 mm2 (AWG 4)
Power terminals: 16 mm2 (AWG 8) Power terminals: 50 mm2 (AWG 2/0)
ATS 48C14p to ATS 48C17p

Maximum connection capacity:
= 160 = Earth connections: 120 mm2 (busbar)
40 Power terminals: 95 mm2 (AWG 2/0)
5 159 18 M6 20 4x 7
10
2
1/L1 3/L2 5/L3

320
340
14
1
5 116,5 M6 9x 8
5 162 38 62 62
265 200
ATS 48C21p to ATS 48C32p

= 250 = Earth connections: 120 mm2 (busbar)
66 Power terminals: 240 mm2 (busbar)
5 136,5 35 M10 9x 12 4x 9
2
10
1/L1 3/L2 5/L3

350
380
18
1
5 136,5 M10 20
5 196,5 70 90 90
265 320
Presentation: Characteristics: References: Schemes:

pages 1/30 and 1/31 pages 1/32 and 1/33 pages 1/40 to 1/43 pages 1/54 to 1/59
1/48
Dimensions (continued) 1
Soft starters
ATS 48C41p to C66p

= 300 =
Earth connections:
240 mm2 (busbar) 1
120 115 115 Power terminals:
127 2 x 240 mm2 (busbar)
5 165 4x 9 69 M10
20 1L1 3L2 5L3
5
1.3
610
670
58
40
1,5
5 165 0,25 M10 40

5 216 50,25 115 115
300 400
ATS 48C79p to M12p

Earth connections:
= 350 350 = 2 x 240 mm2 (busbar)
257 Power terminals:
4 x 240 mm2 (busbar)
129 26 26
164 223,5 209,5 26
5 170 6x 9 M10 18x 14
20
26
2
155 180
850
890
204 228
26 26 26
26
24
26
5
5 116,5 60 M10 60
5 196,5 95
315 188
770

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Soft starters

DNV Kits
DNV Kits
VW3 G48106 for soft start/soft stop units ATS 48D62p to ATS 48C17p
1
49,2 4x 5,3 10
49,2
60
24,6
60
H
1.3
24,6
G
36
For ATS 48 G H
D62p to C11p 150 270
C14p to C17p 160 320
VW3 G48107 for soft start/soft stop units ATS 48C21p to ATS 48C32p
14
49,2 4x 5,3
60,5
49,2
24,6
60,5
350
24,6
250
33

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Soft starters

DNV Kits
DNV Kits (continued)

VW3 G48108 for soft start/soft stop units ATS 48C41p to ATS 48C66p
1
2x 9
120
98
49
85
1.3
610
49
300
56
VW3 G48109 for soft start/soft stop units ATS 48C79p to ATS 48M12p
2x 9 350 350 7,5

120
98
49
85
850
49
56

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Soft starters

Line chokes and remote terminal
Line chokes
VZ1-L015UM17T to L070U350T VZ1-L150U170T to LM14U016T
1 a c
a c
b
b
G H
c1
G H
1.3
c1
VZ1- a b c c1 G H Ø VZ1- a b c c1 G H Ø
L015UM17T 120 150 80 75 60/80.5 52 6 L150U170T 270 240 170 140 105/181 96 11.5
L030U800T 150 180 120 100 75/106.5 76 7 L250U100T 270 240 220 160 105/181 125 11.5
L040U600T 180 215 130 100 85/122 76 7 L325U075T 270 240 240 175 105/181 138 11.5
L070U350T 180 215 150 130 85/122 97 7 L530U045T 380 410 225 140 310 95 9
LM10U024T 400 410 310 170 310 125 9
LM14U016T 420 490 340 170 310 125 9
Remote terminal
VW3 G48101
55.6
24
52
79.6

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Mounting and installation Soft starters
recommendations 1
Mounting recommendations
b Install the Altistart vertically, at ± 10°.
b Do not place the Altistart close to or above heating elements. 1
100 mm
b Leave sufficient free space to ensure that the air required for cooling purposes can
circulate from the bottom to the top of the unit.
Caution: the IP 00 version of the Altistart 48 must be fitted with a protective bar to
protect personnel against electrical contact.
50 50 Protective covers are available for the ATS 48C14p to ATS 48C32p. They should be
mm mm
ordered separately, see page 1/45.
100 mm
1.3
Mounting in a metal wall-fixing or floor-standing enclosure with degree of protection IP 23 or IP 54
b Observe the mounting recommendations above.
b To ensure proper air circulation in the starter:
v fit ventilation grilles,
v ensure that there is sufficient ventilation. If there is not, install forced ventilation
with a filter ; the openings and/or fans must provide a flow rate at least equal to that
of the starter fans (see the table below).
b Use special filters with IP 54 protection.
Fan flow rate depending on the starter rating

ATS 48 starter Flow rate m3/hour
ATS48 D32p and D38p 14
ATS48 D47p 28
ATS48 D62p to C11p 86
ATS48 C14p and C17p 138
ATS48 C21p to C32p 280
ATS48 C41p to C66p 600
ATS48 C29p to M12p 1200
Metal wall-fixing or floor-standing enclosure with IP 54 degree of protection
For non-ventilated Altistart units (ATS 48D17p and 48D22p), install a fan y 50 mm
below the starter to circulate the air inside the enclosure in order to avoid hot spots.
Calculating the size of the enclosure

Maximum thermal resistance Rth (°C/W)
θ = maximum temperature inside enclosure in °C
θ – θ e θe = maximum external temperature in °C
Rth = ----------------
P P = total power dissipated in the enclosure in W
The starter/motor combinations on pages 1/40 and 1/41 can only be used in ambient
temperatures y 40 °C.
For temperatures between 40 °C and 60 °C, derate the maximum permanent current
of the starter by 2% for every degree above 40 °C.
Power dissipated by the starter: see pages 1/40 and 1/41.
If the starts are infrequent, it is advisable to bypass the Altistart at the end of starting
in order to reduce heat dissipation.
The power dissipated will then be between 15 and 30 W.
Add the power dissipated by the other equipment components.
Effective exchange surface area of enclosure S (m2)

(sides + top + front panel if wall-mounted)
K
S S = ---------
Rth
K is the thermal resistance per m2 of casing.
For ACM type metal enclosures: K = 0.12 with internal fan, K = 0.15 without fan.
Caution: do not use insulated enclosures as they have a poor level of conductivity.

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Schemes 1
Soft starters
Recommended application diagram for non-reversing unit with line contactor, type 1 and type 2
coordinations
1
13
Q1
1
14
Q1 Emergency stop
S1
6
2
13
1 2 T1 1 2 S2 KM1
14
1 2 R1A
A1
1
(2)
KM1
R1C
2
1.3
A1
Q3 KM1
(1)
A2
(3)
A1
1/L1
3/L2
5/L3
CL1
CL2
STOP
PTC2
PTC1
+24V
COM
RUN
2/T1
4/T2
6/T3
AO1
R1C
R2C
R3C
R1A
R2A
R3A
LO+
LO1
LO2
LI3
LI4
53
KM1
54
W1
U1
V1
M1
3
Select the components to connect, according to the descriptions on page 1/55, from the association tables on pages 1/60 to 1/69.
(1) For type 2 coordination (according to IEC 60947-4-2), install fast-acting fuses to ensure that the starter will be protected in the event of a short-circuit.
(2) Assign relay R1 as the "isolating relay". Beware of the operating limits of the contacts (see characteristics page 1/32), for example when connecting to high rating
contactors.
(3) Insert a transformer if the line voltage is different to that defined for the control circuit (see characteristics page 1/32).
Types of coordination
The standard defines tests for different current levels which are designed to expose the device to extreme conditions.
Based on the state of the components after a short-circuit test, the standard defines 2 types of coordination.
b Type 1 coordination: damage to the contactor and the starter is acceptable under 2 conditions:
v no risk is posed to the operator,
v elements other than the contactor and the starter are not damaged.
Maintenance must be carried out after a short-circuit.
b Type 2 coordination: minor soldering of the contactor contacts is permissible if they can be separated easily. The starter must not be damaged beyond repair.
The protection and control devices remain operational after type 2 coordination tests.
Once the fuses have been replaced, check the contactor.
Nota: the starter will protect the motor and the cables against overloads. If this protection function is disabled, external thermal protection must be provided.
Presentation: Characteristics: References: Dimensions:

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Schemes (continued) 1
Soft starters
Recommended application diagram for non-reversing unit with starter line and bypass contactors, type 1
and type 2 coordinations
1
13
Q1
1
14
Q1 Emergency stop
6
2
R2A R1A
1 2 T1 1 2 A1
1 2 (2)
1
R2C R1C
KM1
2
1.3
A1
A1
Q3 KM3 KM1
(1)
A2
A2
(3)
A1
1/L1
3/L2
5/L3
CL1
CL2
1
KM3
STOP
PTC1
PTC2
+24V
COM
RUN
2/T1
4/T2
6/T3
AO1
R1C
R2C
R3C
R1A
R2A
R3A
LO+
LO1
LO2
2
LI3
LI4
C2
A2
B2
S1 S2
3-wire control (4)

W1
U1
V1
+ 24 V
+ 24 V
STOP
STOP
RUN
M1
3
S1
2-wire control (4) When controlled via a PC or PLC, the

STOP input remains active
Select the components to connect, according to the descriptions below, from the association tables on pages 1/60 to 1/69.
contactors.
(4) 2-wire or 3-wire control (see page 1/76).
Components to connect depending on the types of coordination and voltages

Designation Description
M1 Motor
A1 Starter (standard applications and severe applications)
Q1 Circuit-breaker or switch/fuse
Q3 3 FA fuses
KM1, KM3 Contactors
S1, S2 Control (separate parts XB2 or XB2 M)

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Soft starters
Recommended application diagram for connection to the motor delta terminals, non-reversing, freewheel
stop, with starter line and bypass contactors, type 1 and type 2 coordinations
1 This type of wiring enables the starter rating to be reduced.
For ATS 48pppQ variable speed drives.
13
- Q1
14
1
Emergency stop
- Q1 - S3
6
2
R2A R1A
1 2 - T1 1 2 A1
1 2 (3)
1
(1) R2C R1C

- KM1
2
1.3
A1
A1
Q3
- KM3 - KM1
(2)
A2
A2
(4)
A1
1/L1
3/L2
5/L3
CL1
CL2
1
- KM3
STOP
PTC1
PTC2
+24V
COM
RUN
AO1
2/T1
4/T2
6/T3
R1C
R2C
R3C
R1A
R2A
R3A
LO+
LO1
LO2
LI3
LI4
C2
2
A2
B2
S1 S2
3-wire control (5)

STOP
STOP
+24V
+24V
W2
RUN
U1
U2 M1 V1
3a
V2 W1
S1
2-wire control (5) When controlled via a PC or PLC, the

STOP input remains active.
Select the components to connect according to the descriptions on page 1/57 and the association tables on pages 1/60 to 1/69.
(1) A line contactor must be used in the sequence.

(3) R1 must be assigned as the "isolating relay" to control contactor KM1. Beware of the operating limits of the contacts (see characteristics page 1/32), for example
when connecting to high rating contactors.
(5) 2-wire and 3-wire controls (see page 1/76).
Types of coordination
The standard defines tests for different current levels which are designed to expose the device to extreme conditions.
Based on the state of the components after a short-circuit test, the standard defines 2 types of coordinations.
b Type 1 coordination: damage to the contactor and the starter is acceptable under 2 conditions:
v no risk is posed to the operator,
v elements other than the contactor and the starter are not damaged.
Maintenance must be carried out after a short-circuit.
b Type 2 coordination: minor soldering of the contactor contacts is permissible if they can be separated easily. The starter must not be damaged beyond repair.
The protection and control devices remain operational after type 2 coordination tests.
Once the fuses have been replaced, check the contactor.
Nota: the starter will protect the motor and the cables against overloads. If this protection function is disabled, external thermal protection must be provided.

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Soft starters
Recommended application diagram for LSP/HSP motor, non-reversing with starter line and bypass
contactors
1
1
5
- Q1
6
2
1 2 - T1 1 2 220
1 2
1
0
- KM1
2
Q3 1.3
(1)
(2)
A1
1/L1
3/L2
5/L3
CL1
CL2
1
- KM3
STOP
PTC1
PTC2
+24V
COM
RUN
2/T1
4/T2
6/T3
AO1
R1C
R2C
R3C
R1A
R2A
R3A
LO+
LO1
LO2
LI3
LI4
C2
2
A2
B2
(3)
KA1 KM2
- KM5 - KM2
U2 U1
V2 M1 V1
3
W2 W1
Select the components to connect, according to the descriptions below, from the association tables on pages 1/60 to 1/69.
(2) Insert a transformer if the line voltage is different to that defined for the control circuit (see page characteristics 1/32).
(3) Assign logic input LI3 to "activate the adjustment functions of the 2 nd motor".
contactors.
220 V
KM1
S1 Emergency stop
R2A
1 2 A1
Q1
S4 (4)
R2C
S2 KM2 KM5
R1A
A1
(4)
S3 KA1 KM5 KM2
R1C
KA1 KM1 KM2 KM5 KM3 S4 : 1 = low speed

S4 : 2 = high speed
0

M1 Motor
Q3 3 FA fuses
KM1, KM2, KM3, KM5, KA1 Contactors and relays
S1, S2, S3 Control (separate parts XB2 or XB2 M)
Presentation: Characteristics: References Dimensions:
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Soft starters
Recommended application diagram for starting and decelerating several motors cascaded with a single
Altistart 48, non-reversing and line contactor
1 The diagram is given as an example only. For more details, refer to the Altistart 48 user's manual.
A
KA KALI KALIT
1
KAT KALIT
- Q1
A1
6
2
CL1 +24V
RUN
LI3
STOP
CL2
1
(2)
1 2 - T1 1 2
- KM1
2
1.3 1 2
B
- Q3
(1)
A1
2/T1 1/L1
4/T2 3/L2
6/T3 5/L3
1
3
5
5
- KM11 - KM12 - KM21 - KM22 - KMn1 - KMn2
2
6
1
- Q11 - Q21 - Qn1

6
6
2
4
W1
W2
Wn
U1
U2
Un
V1
V2
Vn
M1 M2 Mi Mn
3 3 3 3
Motor 1 Motor 2 Motor i Motor n
Select the components to connect, according to the designations below, from the association tables on pages 1/60 to 1/69.
(2) Insert a transformer if the line voltage is different to that defined for the control circuit (see page characteristics 1/32).
Important:
b One Altistart 48 logic input must be configured as a "cascading" input.
b In the event of a fault, it will not be possible to decelerate or brake any motors that may be running at that time.
b Adjust the thermal protection of each circuit-breaker Qn1 for the corresponding nominal motor current.

M1, M2, Mi, Mn Motors
KM1, KM2, ..., KMi, KMn Contactors
Q3 3 FA fuses
Q11, Q21, ..., Qn1 Thermal magnetic circuit-breakers
KA, KAT, KALI, KALIT Control (separate parts XB2 or XB2 M)

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Soft starters
Recommended application diagram for starting and decelerating several motors cascaded with a single
Altistart 48, non-reversing and line contactors (continued)
1
Motor n control
A... C
KM11
(n-1) contacts
KM21
ARn SHUNT KT
KMi1
1.3
KMn1
BPMn KAT ACDEC
KMn2 SHUNT
BPAn ART
BPAn
KMn2 KAMn KMn1 KMn2 ARn KAMn KMn1 ARn
KAMn ARn KMn1 KMn2
B... D
Cascade control
C
n contacts
MST KM1
MHT
AR1 AR2 ARi ARn
Q11
n contacts
Q21
n contacts
KAM1 KAM2 KAMi KAMn
Qi1
A1 R1C R2C
KA K KALI KALIT (1)
R1A R2A
Qn1
KAT KT KALIT ART ACDEC SHUNT KM1 KA K KALI
(1) Assign relay R1 as the "isolating relay". Beware of the operating limits of the contacts (see Characteristics page 1/32), for example when connecting to high
rating contactors.
BPMn: "Run" button motor n
BPAn: "Stop" button motor n
MST: General "Run" button
MHT: General "Stop" button

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Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop units

Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop units

b Drive performance functions:

b Machine and motor protection functions:

b Functions facilitating the integration of the unit into control systems:

Characteristics: References: Dimensions: Schemes:

Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop units

Degree of protection ATS 48D17p to 48C11p IP 20 (IP 00 in the absence of connections)

Shock resistance 15 gn for 11 ms, conforming to IEC 60068-2-27

Starter noise level (2) ATS 48D32p to D47p dBA 52

Relative humidity 95 % without condensation or dripping water, conforming to IEC 60068-2-3

Maximum control circuit ATS 48D17p to C17p W 30

Presentation: References: Dimensions: Schemes:

for asynchronous motors

Electrical characteristics (continued)

Presentation: References: Dimensions: Schemes:

for asynchronous motors

2 Starting torque with current limited

Presentation: References: Dimensions: Schemes:

for asynchronous motors

Conventional starting using current limitation or voltage ramp

1 Current applied to the motor (I/In)

2 Motor speed N/Ns

Stopping with the Altistart 48

Presentation: References: Dimensions: Schemes:

Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop units

Selection criteria for an Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop unit

b The type of application and the operating cycle.

b Starting at 4 In for 23 seconds or at 3 In for 46 seconds from a cold state

b Starting at 3 In for 23 seconds or at 4 In for 12 seconds with a load factor of 50 %

b Starting at 4 In for 48 seconds or at 3 In for 90 seconds from a cold state

Selecting the starter

Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop units

Fan Standard Detection of overloads caused by clogging 300 10 to 40

Centrifugal compressor Standard Protection against inversion of direction of 350 10 to 40

Piston compressor Standard Protection against inversion of direction of 350 5 to 10

Conveyor, transporter Standard Overload control for detecting faults 300 3 to 10

Drag lift Standard Overload control for detecting jamming 400 2 to 10

Lift Standard Overload control for detecting jamming 350 5 to 10

Pulper, butchery knife Severe Torque control on starting 400 3 to 10

Agitator Standard The current display indicates the density 350 5 to 20

Mixer Standard The current display indicates the density 350 5 to 10

Grinder Severe Braking to limit vibrations during stopping, overload 450 5 to 60

Crusher Severe Braking to limit vibrations during stopping, overload 400 10 to 40

Refiner Standard Torque control on starting and stopping 300 5 to 30

Press Severe Braking to increase the number of cycles 400 20 to 60

Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop units

ATS 48pppQ Motor

Starter wired in series with the motor

Starter bypassed by a contactor

Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop units

Special uses (continued)

Dahlander motor and 2-speed motor

Very long cable

Starters in parallel on the same line supply

Recommendations for use

Altistart 48 soft start - soft stop units