15

SOFT STARTERS

12A to 1200A starter ratings

PAGE 15-2
ADXM...B
Internal by-pass contactor up to
• Integrated by-pass relay 245A rating
• Rated starter current Ie 12A and 25A Torque ramp starting

PLANET - LOGIC
• Rated motor power 5.5kW and 11kW at 400VAC
• Total protection against over-temperature Total motor protection
• Acceleration and deceleration time incorporated
adjustable on front
• LED indicator of starter state Clock calendar
• Fixing on 35mm DIN rail.
Digital control and adjustment
RS232 and RS-485 serial ports
for remote supervision and
Wide input
voltage range: No jumpers or control
208-500VAC dip switches
(50/60Hz) Modbus® RTU

SEC. PAGE
Soft starters
ADXM...B series with integrated by-pass relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15- 2
ADX...B series with integrated by-pass contactor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15- 3
PAGE 15-3 ADX... series predisposed for external by-pass contactor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15- 3
ADX...B Remote keypad and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15- 4
• Reduced voltage soft starter with torque control
and built-in by-pass contactor Remote control software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15- 5
Alarm and
• Maximum starting current limitation Torque
event log
• Rated starter current Ie 17A-245A ratings control Dimensions
• Rated motor power, 7.5kW-132kW at
380/415VAC LCD screen and Technical characteristics
• PC remote control supervision use-friendly keypad
for control parame-
• Modbus® RTU communication protocol
ters and program-
• LCD backlit screen. ming in multilan-
RS-232 guage
and RS-485
serial ports

Internal by-pass Programmable

contactor up to 245 inputs and outputs
ratings

PAGE 15-3
ADX
• Reduced voltage soft starter with torque control,
predisposed for external by-pass contactor
• Maximum starting current limitation
• Rated starter current Ie, 310A to1200A ratings
• Rated motor power, 160kW to 630kW at
380/415VAC
• PC remote control supervision
• Modbus® RTU communication protocol
• LCD backlit screen.
 15-2 Soft starters

ADXM...B series Order code Rated Rated Qty Wt General characteristics

starter motor per ADXM is a compact range of soft starters.
power Ie power pkg ADXM soft starts and soft stops three-phase induction
(400V) motors with rated load currents up to 25A.
[A] [kW] n° [kg] Starting and stopping times as well as initial torque can
be independently adjusted by built-in potentiometers.
With integrated by-pass relay. ADXM reduces the mechanical load on motors, shafts,
51 ADXM 12B 12 5.5 1 0.270 gearboxes and drive belts.
51 ADXM 25B 25 11 1 0.600 Main features are:
– For three phase induction motors up to 11kW at 400V
ADXM 12B ADJUSTMENTS – 35mm DIN (EN 50022) rail mounting
– Integrated by-pass relay
– Full protection against overtemperature (ADXM 25B)
– Simple setting and installation
– Ideal for conveyor belts, compressors, pumps, hoisting
devices, blowers, fans, mixers.
51 ADXM 12B
Operational characteristics
– Number of controlled phases: 2
– Controlled input voltage: 400VAC ±15%❶
– Frequency range: 50/60Hz ±5Hz
– Auxiliary voltage: A1-A2 - 24-110VAC/DC ±15%
➀ Ramp-up time 0.5 to 5s. Time from zero to full load voltage. A1-A3 - 110-480VAC ±15%
➁ Ramp-down time 0.5 to 5s. Time from zero to full load voltage.
➂ Initial torque 0 to 85% of voltage at the beginning of the ramp-up – Start time adjustment (ramp up):
function. 0.5 to 5s (ADXM 12B)
0.5 to 10s (ADXM 25B)
– Stop time adjustment (ramp down):
ADXM 25B ADJUSTMENTS 0.5 to 5s (ADXM 12B)
0.5 to 20s (ADXM 25B)
– Start torque adjustment (initial torque):
0-85% voltage (ADXM 12B)
5-50% voltage (ADXM 25B)
– Degree of protection: IP20
51 ADXM 25B – Operating temperature: -20 to +50°C
– Storage temperature: -50 to +85°C
– LED indicators:
ADXM12B
➀ Ramp-up time 0.5 to 10s. Time from zero to full load voltage. Power on Green LED
➁ Ramp-down time 0.5 to 20s. Time from zero to full load voltage. Ramp up/down Yellow LED
➂ Initial torque 0 to 50% of voltage at the beginning of the ramp-up (constantly on)
function.
By-pass relay Yellow LED
(constantly on)

ADXM25B
Power on Green LED
Ramp up/down Yellow LED
(flashing)
By-pass relay Yellow LED
(constantly on)
Overtemperature Red LED !
inside starter
❶ 230V or 480VAC version available on request. Contact our Customer
Service (Tel. +39 035 4282422).

Certifications and compliance

Certifications obtained: cULus.
Compliant to standards: IEC/EN 60947-4-2.

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Dimensions Technical characteristics

page D-24 page TC-48
 Soft starters 15-3

ADX series Order code Rated Rated motor Wt General characteristics

starter power Reduced voltage soft starter with torque control and
current Ie (380/415V) maximum starting current limit. It is used for the
[A] [kW] [kg] progressive starting and stopping of asynchronous
three-phase squirrel-cage motors.
With integrated by-pass contactor. The integrated by-pass contactor, ADX...B types only,
51 ADX 0017B 17 7.5 7.900 drastically limits dissipation, as a result equipment for
51 ADX 0030B 30 15 8.000 electric panel cooling ventilation can be eliminated and
the enclosure size can be reduced as well.
51 ADX 0045B 45 22 8.300
51 ADX 0060B 60 30 14.900 CONTROL
During starting: Torque control acceleration, current limit
51 ADX 0075B 75 37 14.900 control and booster.
51 ADX 0085B 85 45 14.900 During stopping: Torque control deceleration, dynamic
51 ADX 0110B 110 55 15.700 braking and free-wheel.
In emergency conditions: Starting without protections,
51 ADX 0125B 125 59 15.700 direct-on-line starting using integrated by-pass
51 ADX 0142B 142 75 34.000 contactor.
51 ADX 0190B 190 90 37.000 Remote control: PC supervision by connection with
51 ADX 0017B - 51 ADX 0045B RS-232/RS-485 converter, modem or GSM modem.
51 ADX 0245B 245 132 37.000 Automatic call function (Autocall) in case of alarm
Predisposed for external by-pass contactor. conditions by sending a message to a cellular phone
51 ADX 0310 310 160 50.000 (SMS-Short Message Service) and/or to a mailbox.
51 ADX 0365 365 200 50.000 KEYPAD OPERATIONS
51 ADX 0470 470 250 90.000 – Liquid-crystal backlit 2-line 16-character display
– Multilanguage capability (Italian, English, French,
51 ADX 0568 568 315 90.000 Spanish)
51 ADX 0640 640 355 110.000 – Basic, advanced and function programming menus
51 ADX 0820 820 440 170.000 – Keypad stop and start
– Motor and mains parameter readings:
51 ADX 1200 1200 630 185.000 • line voltage values (L-L)
• phase current
• active and apparent power values per phase
• power factor per phase
ADX SOFT • kWh
SOFT STARTER
– Time sequential events log
STARTER
– Clock calendar with backup battery.
PARTICULAR FUNCTIONS
Digital inputs and programmable relay outputs. Analog
input (0 ...10V, 0 ... 20V or 4 ... 20mA) for ramp
Circuit for type with Circuit for type with acceleration and/or deceleration, motor starting and
integrated by-pass contactor external by-pass contactor stopping control thresholds, programmable relay enable
and disable control thresholds. Analog output
(0 ...10V, 0 ... 20V or 4 ... 20mA) for current, torque,
51 ADX 0060B - 51 ADX 0085B SOFT motor thermal status and power factor readings.
STARTER
PROTECTIONS
– Motor: Dual thermal protection class (one during
starting phase and the other during running) or by
PTC sensor, locked rotor, current asymmetry,
minimum torque and starting time too long
– Auxiliary voltage: Voltage value too low
Programmable analog
– Power voltage: Phase failure, phase sequence and
Torque control input
frequency out of limits
– Control inputs and analog output: Static 24VDC
short-circuit protection with automatic resetting.
SOFT – Starter: Overcurrent, high temperature, SCR and
STARTER
by-pass contactor malfunction.
Operational characteristics
– Input voltage: 208-500VAC ±10% for ADX...B❶
208-415VAC ±10% for ADX...❷
GSM
modem
– Mains frequency: 50-60Hz ±5% 15
– Auxiliary voltage: 208-240VAC ±10%
Emergency starting via Message transmission – Auxiliary consumption: 20VA
by-pass contactor via GSM modem – Rated starter current Ie: 17-245A for ADX...B
310-1200A for ADX...
– Motor current: 0.5-1 Ie
– Overload current: 105% Ie continuous for ADX...B
115% Ie continuous for ADX...
– Maximum altitude: 1000m (higher with derating)
– Pollution degree: 3
– Mounting position: on vertical plane ±15°.
51 ADX 0110B - 51 ADX 0125B Reference standards
Compliant to standard: IEC/EN 60068-2-61,
IEC/EN 60947-4-2.

❶ 208-575VAC ±10% on request.

❷ Voltages on request: higher than 415V to 690V maximum.

Accessories Dimensions Technical characteristics

pages 15-4 and 15-5 pages D-24 and 25 page TC-49
 15-4 Soft starters
Remote keypad and accessories

Remote keypad Order code Description Qty Wt General characteristics

per The flush-mount ADX TAST remote keypad is identical to
pkg the one on board the soft starter except for the start and
stop controls of the motor, which are permanently
n° [kg] disabled. With this keypad, starter setup can be
conducted, motor readings and operating data displayed
51 ADX TAST Remote keypad 1 0.350 and data and parameter transfer (ADX ↔ remote keypad)
96x96mm, 2x16 backlit made, as well.
LCD, 208-240VAC supply A backup copy of the starter data and parameter setup is
c/w 3m long connecting obtainable with the transfer functions. In this way, quick
cable and easy setup operations can be done especially with
31 PA 96X96 Protective cover (IP54) 1 0.077 machines assembled in series.
51C2 PC ↔ ADX connectiing 1 0.090 The baud transmission rate, the contrast and backlight
cable, 1.8 meters long can also be adjusted by this keypad.
51 ADX TAST It is supplied standard with a 3 meter long cable and
51C3 PC ↔ GSM modem 1 0.210 suitable connectors to complete the link to the ADX
connection cable, RS-485 port. The three terminals of the keypad supply
1.8 meters long❶ are removable.
Accessories 51C4 PC ↔ RS-232/RS-485 1 0.147 For longer distances, this keypad can be connected to
converter drive the ADX RS-232 port via RS-232/RS-485 converter
connection cable (galvanically isolated).
1.8 meters long
51C5 ADX ↔ Modem 1 0.111 Advantages
connection cable, – Flush mount
1.8 meters long❷ – Messages in selectable language
– Readings display
51C6 ADX ↔ RS-232/RS-485 1 0.102 – Parameter setup
converter drive – Two-way data and parameter transfer.
connection cable
1.8 meters long Operational characteristics
51C4 51C7 ADX ↔ GSM modem 1 0.101 – Supply voltage: 208-240VAC ±10%
“FUNK-ANLAGEN” ❷ – Power consumption: 6.9VA
connection cable, – Dissipation: 3.2W
1.8 meters long – Mains frequency: 50/60Hz
51C8 ADX ↔ remote keypad 1 0.081 – RS-485 port: RJ 4/4 connector
connection cable, – Supply: Removable 3-pole 2.5 mm2 terminal block.
3 meters long – Display: 2 line, 16 digit backlit LCD
– LED indication (3): POWER, RUN and FAULT
4PX1 RS-232/RS-485 converter 1 0.600 – Keys (6) ENTER/START, RESET/STOP,
drive, galvanically ➞ PREVIOUS, NEXT➞, ▼ and ▲
isolated, 220-240VAC or – Operating temperature: -10 to +60°C
110-120VAC❸ – Storage temperature: -20 to +70°C
4PX1 ❶ “FUNK-ANLAGEN” GSM modem, model n° FALCOM A2-1 or FALCOM – Flush mount enclosure
A2D-1, compatible with LOVATO ELECTRIC remote control software. – Degree of protection on front: IP41; IP54 with
❷ “3Com-U.S. Robotics” 56k FAXMODEM modem, model n°5630, protective cover.
complete with PC connecting cable, compatible with LOVATO ELECTRIC
remote control software.
❸ RS-232/RS-485 opto-isolated converter drive, 38,400 Baud-rate
maximum, automatic or manual TRANSMIT line supervision,
220...240VAC ±10% supply (110-120VAC supply obtainable by
modifying device jumpers).

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Dimensions
page D-25
 Soft starters 15-5

Remote control Order code Description Qty Wt General characteristics

Software per
pkg
n° [kg]
51 ADX SW PC-ADX remote control 1 0.550
software complete with
a set of connecting
cables for
communications via
RS-232 port, normal
or GSM modem
The remote control software consents to the PC supervision
of all ADX soft starter functions, including: parameter setup,
51 ADX SW real-time readout display, graphics of monitored parameter
data during operation and starter events log display, each
with time and date entry.
The PC-ADX connection is made by cable via the RS-232
port, RS-232/RS-485 converter, modem or GSM modem.
The RS-232 port is not suitable for permanent connections.
The connection via modem permits the ADX starter to advise
alarm conditions, that is an automatic link to the remote PC.
GSM modem represents the ultimate solution for unmanned
applications or where there are no telephone lines.
Interesting communications features are available with this
type of modem, such as:
– SMS (Short Message Service): At alarm conditions, the
ADX can send its ID and alarm code, with time and date
entry. The advantage is the possibility of reaching service
people, without delay, wherever they are located.
– E-mail (via Internet): a message with the same structure
as mentioned above can be transmitted to a specified
mailbox. The advantages of this type of message with
respect to the SMS are that any communication, received
through Internet mail server, is permanent and an vast
number of these can be received and reviewed at any
time.
– Display of all the monitored data by the ADX starter
– Virtual ADX keypad with access to all functions
– Parameter adjustment, only accessible with password,
saving on disc and subsequent reloading on ADX
starter
– Display of starter events log, showing time and date
entry
– Graphics display of monitored data during operation
– Connection through converter or modem
– GSM-modem management with SMS or e-mail
transmission
– AUTOCALL function for automatic PC call
– Program configuration in 4 languages (Italian,
English, Spanish and French)
– Easy installation and setup.
Advantages
– GSM network management for inaccessible
applications where there are no telephone lines
– Call management during alarm conditions for SMS or
e-mail transmission
– No limit for remote control distance
– Possibility of remote motor starting
– Reduction of service time
– Reduction of maintenance and downtime.
Operational characteristics
Minimum hardware requirements of the personal
computer:
– Windows 95/98 operating system
– Pentium 100Mhz or faster processor
– At least 16Mb of free RAM
– About 4Mb of free hard disk memory
– Graphic card having at least 800x600 resolution
– One free serial interface port
– CD-ROM drive.

Example of main window frame using remote contol software

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 D-24 Dimensions [mm] electric
Digital multimeters

DMK20 DMK3... DMK50 - DMK6...

D 14 62 6 12 82 6

90
90

55

Soft starters

ADXM 12B ADXM 25B

100 102.5
45
82

82
78

87
75

86.3 90.0 86.3

ADX 0017 B - ADX 0125 B ADX 0142 B - ADX 0245 B

A

E
A

D C
B
D
B C
A B C D E
ADX 0017B 372 157 223 131 357
ADX 0030B 372 157 223 131 357 A B C D E
ADX 0045B 372 157 223 131 357 ADX 0142B 600 273 285 230 560
ADX 0060B 534 157 250 132 517 ADX 0190B 680 273 310 230 640
ADX 0075B 534 157 250 132 517 ADX 0245B 680 273 310 230 640
ADX 0085B 534 157 250 132 517
ADX 0110B 584 157 250 132 567
ADX 0125B 584 157 250 132 567
 electric
Dimensions [mm] D-25
Soft starters

ADX 0310 ÷ ADX 1200 ADX TAST

73
63
31
91 D

PA96x96

91
96
E
A

96 9
F

D C
B

A B C D E F
ADX 0310 600 640 380 620 400 100
ADX 0365 600 640 380 620 400 100
ADX 0470 650 790 430 770 450 100
ADX 0568 650 790 430 770 450 100
ADX 0640 650 790 430 770 450 100
ADX 0820 950 910 442 830 920 ❶
ABX 1200 950 910 442 830 920 ❶
❶ Consult our Customer Service (Tel. +39 035 4282422).

AC motor drives

VFNC1S 2002PL W - VFNC1S 2004PL W VFNC1S 2015PL W - VFNC1S 2022PL W

VFNC1S 2007PL W
D D
E A B E A B
Ø5
Ø5

A B C D E F
VFNC1S 2002PL W 100 8.5 142 72 60 131
C

VFNC1S 2004PL W 124 8.5 142 72 60 131

F

C
F

VFNC1S 2007PL W 137 8.5 142 72 60 131

VFNC1S 2015PL W 155 8.5 142 117 106 131
VFNC1S 2022PL W 155 8.5 142 117 106 131
R2.5 R2.5

VFS9 ... 45 45
Ø5 F F
F
45 45
D
C

D
C
E

R2
E

A R2.5
B A
B
R2
E

Fig. 1 Fig. 2
A
B Fig. 3
G

G
H
H

Fig. A B C D E F G
VFS9S 2004PL WP 1 93 105 118 130 14 8.5 140
VFS9S 2007PL WP 1 93 105 118 130 14 8.5 140
H

VFS9S 2015PL WP 1 118 130 138 150 14 8.5 150

VFS9S 2022PL WP 1 126 140 182 195 14 8.5 163
VFS9S 4007PL WP 1 118 130 138 150 14 8.5 150
VFS9S 4015PL WP 1 118 130 138 150 14 8.5 150
VFS9S 4022PL WP 1 126 140 182 195 14 8.5 163
VFS9S 4037PL WP 1 126 140 182 195 14 8.5 163
VFS9S 4055PL WP 2 180 200 255 270 12 8.5 170
VFS9S 4075PL WP 2 180 200 255 270 12 8.5 170
VFS9S 4110PL WP 3 225 245 315 330 12 8.5 195
VFS9S 4150PL WP 3 225 245 315 330 12 8.5 195
 TC-48 Technical characteristics electric
Soft starters

Operational TYPE ADXM12B ADXM25B

TC characteristics (with integrated by-pass relay) (with integrated by-pass relay)
Motor type asynchronous three phase
power 5.5kW 3-phase 11kW 3-phase
rated current 12A 25A
Supply voltage input power (to control) 400VAC ±15%
auxiliary A1-A2: 24-110VAC/DC ±15% 12mA
A1-A3: 110-480VAC ±15% 5mA
frequency 50 or 60Hz ±5Hz self-configurable
Starting method voltage control
Stopping method voltage control
Number of controlled phases 2
Protections motor –– high temperature
Indications power green LED green LED
ramp up/down yellow LED (constantly on) yellow LED (flashing)
by-pass relay yellow LED (constantly on) yellow LED (constantly on)
overheating –– red LED (constantly on)
Degree of protection IP20
Cooling system natural
Operating temperature -20 to +50°C
Storage temperature -50 to +85°C
 electric
Technical characteristics TC-49
Soft starters

Operational TIPO ADX...B ADX...

characteristics (with integrated by-pass
contactor)
(to complete with external
by-pass contactor)
TC
Motor type asynchronous three phase
power 4 - 160kW 90 - 1000kW
rated current 17 - 245A 310 - 1200A
Supply voltage power 208 - 500VAC ±10% standard 208 - 415VAC ±10% standard
(208-575VAC ±10% on request) Other voltages up to 690VAC
maximum on request)
auxiliary 208 - 240VAC ±10% 208 - 240VAC ±10%
frequency 50 or 60Hz ±5% self configurable
Starting torque ramp with maximum current control
Stopping free wheel or torque ramp deceleration
Braking DC dynamic by external contactor
Protections auxiliary supply voltage too low
power supply phase failure, frequency out of limits,
minimum and maximum voltage and phase sequence,
24VDC static short circuit
motor overload at starting (trip class 2, 10A, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35
and 40), overload during running (trip class 2, 10A, 10, 15, 20
25 and 30), locked rotor, current asymmetry, minimum torque
and maximum starting time
starter overcurrent and high temperature
analog inputs and outputs 24VDC static short circuit
Functions clock calendar with back-up battery
event log 20 event registrations in date and time sequential order
operating data mermory hour counter, one each for energy usage, number of
startings, motor running and maintenance expiry
multilanguage capability Italian / English / Spanish / French
Setup configuration by incorporated or remote keypad or PC
Keyboard display and LCD, 2 line x 16 character, backlit
LED indicators POWER, RUN, FAULT
membrane keys ENTER/START, RESET/STOP, PREVIOUS, NEXT, ▲ and ▼
setup parameters adjustment menus: basic, advanced, functions, clock and controls
readings display voltage, current, power factor (cosϕ), torque,
power (kVA, kW, kvar) and energy usage
graphic display current and torque
display operating status, events, alarms, event log, data
Control inputs voltage 24VDC (no need for external feeder)
fixed functions 2 for starting and stopping/reset
multifunction input free-wheel stopping, external alarm, motor preheat,
(digital functions) on board control, alarm inhibition, thermal protection
manual reset, cascade starting and keypad lock
multifunction input Motor protection via PTC probes, acceleration and/or
(analog functions) deceleration ramp via analog input, analog input thresholds for
motor starting and stopping, analog input thresholds for
programmable relay enable and disable, PT100 input thresholds
for motor starting and stopping and PT100 input thresholds for
programmable relay enable and disable
Relay outputs voltage and capacity 250VAC 5A (AC1)
fixed functions 1 with 1 NO + 1NC contacts for overall alarm
programmable functions 3 each with 1 NO contact for running motor, motor starting,
braking, current tripping threshold, maintenance expiry, etc.
Analogue output format configuration 0-20mA, 4-20mA or 0-10V
associated source current, torque, motor thermal status and power factor
Communications interface RS-232 port setup and remote control
RS-485 port used for remote keypad only
Degree of protection IP00❶
Cooling system natural for 17-45A types, forced for all types
forced for 60-245A types
Operating temperature -10 to +45°C (higher up to maximum 55°C with derating)
Storage temperature -30 to +70°C
❶ IP20 for ADX0017B - ADX0125B only.