Brand:Schneider PLC Item No.:ATS48M10Q Product Origin:France Product Dimensions:890 x 770 x 315 mm Product Weight:115 kg Payment:T/T, Western Union, Credit Card Goods_stock:15 Shipping Port:Xiamen, China Lead Time:1-3 Days Condition:Brand New And Original Warranty:1 Year Certificate:COO
The Schneider ATS48M10Q Soft Starter belongs to the Altistart 48 series of motor control equipment from Schneider Electric. It is designed to manage the starting and stopping of three-phase asynchronous motors in industrial applications where reducing mechanical stress and improving starting performance are important.
Unlike a variable frequency drive, which can regulate motor speed across a range of operating conditions, a soft starter primarily manages the motor's starting and stopping process. This makes soft starters a practical option for applications such as pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors that generally operate at a fixed supply frequency.
The ATS48M10Q is intended for integration into appropriately designed industrial motor control systems. When selecting this unit for a new installation or replacement project, engineers should verify motor current, supply voltage, starting duty, control requirements, and protective-device coordination against the manufacturer's documentation.
Technical Specifications
Parameter
Specification
Brand
Schneider Electric
Model
ATS48M10Q
Product Range
Altistart 48
Product Type
Soft Starter
Application
Three-phase asynchronous motor starting and stopping
Motor Control Method
Torque control, subject to model configuration
Dimensions
890 × 770 × 315 mm
Dimensions (inches)
35.04 × 30.31 × 12.40 in
Weight
115 kg / 253.53 lb
Motor Compatibility
Verify motor ratings against manufacturer documentation
Rated Operational Voltage
Confirm using model-specific documentation
Rated Operational Current
Confirm using model-specific documentation
Control Supply
Confirm using model-specific documentation
Protection Functions
Verify the available functions in the applicable product documentation
Communication Options
Confirm supported interfaces and accessories
Mounting Requirements
Refer to manufacturer installation instructions
Manufacturer
Schneider Electric
Recommended Related Models
The following Schneider Electric products and product families may be relevant when comparing soft starters or planning industrial motor control systems. They should not be treated as direct replacements without checking electrical ratings and application requirements.
Schneider Electric ATS48 Series — Altistart 48 soft starters for industrial motor starting and stopping.
Schneider Electric ATS22 Series — Soft starters for selected three-phase motor applications.
Schneider Electric ATS01 Series — Compact soft starters for suitable smaller motor applications.
Schneider Electric Altivar Drives — Variable frequency drives for applications requiring motor speed regulation.
Schneider Electric TeSys Contactors — Switching components used in compatible motor control assemblies.
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Note: Verify each model's availability, current rating, voltage rating, starting duty, and compatibility with the intended motor before purchasing. Related products may have different electrical characteristics and are not necessarily interchangeable.
Applications
The Schneider ATS48M10Q Soft Starter is part of Schneider Electric's Altistart 48 range, designed for controlling the starting and stopping of three-phase asynchronous motors. Soft starters reduce the mechanical stress and electrical disturbances associated with direct-on-line motor starting by controlling motor torque during acceleration and deceleration.
Typical application areas include:
Industrial pumps and water treatment systems
Fans, blowers, and ventilation equipment
Compressors and industrial cooling systems
Conveyors and material handling machinery
Industrial processing and production equipment
Large motor-driven systems requiring controlled acceleration and deceleration
The ATS48 series incorporates torque control and motor protection functions. Before selecting the ATS48M10Q, verify the motor power, supply voltage, starting duty, load characteristics, and applicable product ratings.
Advantages
Controlled motor starting: Helps reduce mechanical shock during motor acceleration.
Reduced starting stress: Can help limit the impact of starting on electrical and mechanical systems when correctly configured.
Torque control: The Altistart 48 platform uses torque-control technology to support smoother motor starting and stopping.
Motor protection functions: Provides protection features intended to support reliable motor operation.
Industrial automation integration: Can be incorporated into suitable motor control panels and industrial control systems.
Application flexibility: Suitable for evaluating in pump, fan, compressor, conveyor, and other motor-driven applications according to the model's ratings.
Technical FAQs
1. What is the Schneider ATS48M10Q Soft Starter used for?
It is used to control the starting and stopping of compatible three-phase asynchronous motors, helping reduce starting shock and mechanical stress.
2. How does a soft starter differ from a variable frequency drive?
A soft starter primarily controls motor voltage or torque during starting and stopping. A variable frequency drive controls both output frequency and voltage, allowing motor speed to be regulated during normal operation.
3. Can the ATS48M10Q be used with pumps?
Soft starters from the Altistart 48 range can be used in suitable pumping applications. Selection depends on motor current, pump characteristics, starting requirements, and the manufacturer's ratings.
4. Does the ATS48 range support torque control?
Yes. Torque control is a key feature of the Altistart 48 product family and is intended to provide smoother starting and stopping than uncontrolled starting methods.
5. What information is required to select the correct soft starter?
Important information includes the motor nameplate current, rated voltage, power, starting time, number of starts per hour, load type, and ambient temperature.
6. Can a soft starter reduce mechanical wear?
It can help reduce mechanical shock during starting and stopping, potentially reducing stress on couplings, belts, gearboxes, and driven equipment. Results depend on the application and settings.
7. Does the ATS48M10Q provide motor protection?
The Altistart 48 range includes motor protection functions. The exact protection settings and coordination requirements should be checked in the product documentation, and external short-circuit protection must be selected appropriately.
8. Can the soft starter be integrated into a PLC-controlled system?
Integration is possible through compatible control wiring and supported communication options or accessories. Confirm the specific interface and protocol requirements for the installation.
9. What causes a soft starter to trip during startup?
Potential causes include excessive motor current, an overloaded mechanical system, incorrect motor parameters, unsuitable starting settings, phase problems, or insufficient sizing. Check the displayed fault and follow the manufacturer's troubleshooting instructions.
10. What should be checked before replacing an ATS48M10Q?
Verify the full model reference, motor current and voltage, starting duty, control supply, wiring configuration, enclosure requirements, accessories, and the compatibility of any existing control logic.
