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SMC-3 Low Voltage Soft Starters

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Our SMC™-3 Soft Starters are available with a current range from 3...480 A. They feature compact, true three-phase control in a cost-effective package. They include overload protection, integral bypass, and motor and system diagnostics.

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Overview

  • Provides 3…480 A range
  • Uses rated voltage: 200…690V AC, 50/60 Hz
  • Includes five start and stop modes
  • Provides built-in electronic motor overload protection
  • Includes hold-to-test/push-to-reset button
  • Offers easy and secure setup using DIP switches
  • Provides built-in silicon-controlled rectifier (SCR) bypass/run contactor
  • Programming via Connected Components Workbench™ software
  • This product is designed for many applications that include compressors, chillers, pumps, conveyors, and crushers
Additional Information

Do you need a soft starter or an AC drive? What does your application require? When choosing between a soft starter and an AC drive what do you need to consider? Read the following blogs to learn more:

  • Why Choose a Soft Starter Instead of an AC Variable Frequency Drive?
  • Why Are Drives Easier to Apply Than Soft Starters?
  • What Does The Motor Speed Torque Curve Tell You?
  • To Bypass or Not To Bypass? Is that the Question?
  • Inside the Delta vs. Wye-Delta
  • Cruise Control for Your Motor

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Certifications

CCC MarkChina Compulsory Certificate
UL Listed Component Mark Canadian and United States RequirementsUL Listed Component Mark Canadian and United States Requirements
CSA MarkCanadian Standards Association Mark
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  • cULus Listed (Open Type) (File No. E96956, Guides NMFT, NMFT7)
  • CSA Certified (File No. LR 1234)
  • CE Marked (Open Type) per EMC and Low Voltage Directive
  • CCC Certified
  • Suitable for use with IE3 Motors (IEC 60034-30)
Standards Compliance
  • CSA C22.2 No.14
  • EN/IEC 60947-1
  • EN/IEC 60947-4-2
  • UL 508

Certifications apply when product is marked. See our Product Certification site for Declarations of Conformity, certificates and other certification details. 

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Documentation

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Smart Motor Controllers Soft Starters Family Brochure 150-BR144
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Controlling High Efficiency Motors Brochure IE3-BR001
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Enclosed Smart Motor Controllers Product Profile 150-PP007
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Global Short Circuit Current Ratings Product Profile SCCR-PP003
SMC-3, SMC Flex, and SMC-50 Smart Motor Controllers Technical Data 150-TD009
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When to Use a Soft Starter or AC Variable Frequency Drive White Paper 150-WP007
English
DeviceLogix Technology for Industrial Applications 193-AT001
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SMC-3 Reduced Voltage Solid-State Smart Motor Controllers Procurement Specifications 150-SR001
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Resources

  • SMC Estimation Wizard — Obtain a more advanced analysis of both the device and the system.
  • SMC Thermal Wizard — Conduct simple thermal analysis and selection of an SMC product for a given application.
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