Soft Starter 400V/250kW, 500V/315kW, 470A – PSTX470-600-70 1SFA898116R7000 ABB
PSTX470-600-70 - 1SFA898116R7000 is part of ABB’s PSTX soft starter range, a series of devices designed to start, stop, and protect three-phase electric motors progressively and with controlled operation. These soft starters are used to prevent current surges during motor startup, thereby reducing the impact on mechanical equipment and the electrical network.
Description
The PSTX470-600-70 is primarily used in industrial applications where smooth starting is critical, such as pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors, and other equipment requiring progressive starting and stopping.
It is especially suited for environments where high-power motors must be frequently started and stopped without damaging equipment or causing interruptions in the production process.
Technical specifications:
Power: This model is designed for motors up to 470 kW at a supply voltage of 600 V.
Supply voltage range: The PSTX470-600-70 can operate within a typical voltage range from 380 to 600 V, making it adaptable to many industrial installations.
Rated current: It can handle a rated current up to 700 A, suitable for high-power motors.
Control type: The PSTX soft starter provides progressive start control with torque and speed regulation, thus avoiding current surges and mechanical shocks during motor startup.
Technology and features:
Smooth start and stop: This soft starter allows progressive motor starting and stopping by adjusting torque, reducing startup current surges and avoiding stress on the motor and associated equipment.
Motor protection: The PSTX470-600-70 integrates motor protection functions such as overload, short-circuit, and overheating protection, offering enhanced safety for the motor and the entire installation.
Operational cost reduction: By limiting current peaks and optimizing motor start and stop, this soft starter helps reduce energy consumption and extend the life of motor equipment.
Typical applications:
Pumps and pumping systems: Smooth starting is ideal for pump applications to avoid water hammer effects and protect piping.
Fans and compressors: In these systems, the soft starter allows speed control and prevents electrical overloads.
Conveyors and automated equipment: The PSTX is widely used in conveyor systems to avoid sudden accelerations and maintain smooth speed management.
Heavy industry and power applications: In high-power sectors, this soft starter is designed to support large-capacity motors with strict safety and energy management requirements.
Protection and safety:
Advanced monitoring: The PSTX470-600-70 includes monitoring functions to track motor status in real time and detect anomalies, facilitating diagnostics and preventive maintenance.
Emergency stop: This model includes an emergency stop function to immediately cut power to the motor in case of failure or incident.
Short-circuit and overload protection: It includes protections against short circuits and overloads to prevent damage to the motor or the entire electrical system in case of faults.
Installation and maintenance:
Easy installation: The soft starter is designed for quick and simple installation in control cabinets, reducing commissioning time.
Simplified preventive maintenance: Thanks to integrated diagnostic tools and performance monitoring, maintenance is simplified and allows planning interventions before breakdowns occur, minimizing production downtime.
Additional benefits:
Energy cost reduction: Thanks to its advanced start and stop control, the PSTX470-600-70 helps reduce energy consumption by eliminating startup current peaks, lowering energy losses and operational costs.
Durability and reliability: Designed for demanding industrial applications, the PSTX is robust and reliable, offering extended lifespan while minimizing maintenance costs.
Standards compliance: The PSTX470-600-70 meets international safety standards, making it a reliable solution for applications in strictly regulated industrial environments.
The ABB PSTX470-600-70 (1SFA898116R7000) is a high-performance soft starter for high-power electric motors, designed to provide smooth starting and stopping. It is particularly suited for industrial applications such as pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors, offering significant benefits in safety, operational cost reduction, and equipment lifespan extension. Its ability to protect motors against overloads and reduce energy consumption makes it an ideal solution for installations with high energy demands.