ATS480D47Y, ATS480 Series Soft Starter, 22 kW, 47 A, 208 to 690V AC

Schneider Electric ATS480 Soft Starter Series – Overview

Schneider Electric ATS480 soft starters are advanced motor control solutions designed to deliver smooth, controlled starting and stopping of asynchronous motors in demanding industrial environments. The ATS480 series focuses on reducing mechanical stress, limiting inrush current, and improving overall system reliability through intelligent control and integrated motor protection features. With robust design, advanced diagnostics, and flexible communication options, Schneider ATS480 soft starters are well suited for applications such as pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors, and process machinery. The ATS480 series supports energy-efficient motor operation while enhancing equipment lifespan and process stability across a wide range of industrial sectors.

Product Description: Schneider Electric ATS480D47Y

The Schneider Electric ATS480D47Y is an ATS480-series soft starter rated for 47 A continuous (normal duty at ≤40 °C) with a heavy‑duty continuous rating of 38 A at 40 °C. It supports three‑phase supply voltages from 208 V up to 690 V AC (50/60 Hz), and is specified for motor power up to 22 kW at 400–440 V (normal duty) with lower ratings at 230 V and higher voltage classes documented for this model. The unit provides torque-controlled soft‑start and soft‑stop with adjustable current limiting to reduce mechanical stress and limit inrush current during industrial motor starting. The ATS480D47Y includes integrated motor thermal overload protection and other motor protection functions, an IP20 panel-mount enclosure, and options for fieldbus communication via dedicated option cards (Profibus DP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP/EtherNet‑IP, CANopen), enabling diagnostics and integration into control systems. Typical applications are pumps, fans, compressors and conveyors where controlled starting, reduced network disturbance and built‑in motor protection are required.

Key Soft Starter Attributes

• Rated Operational Current (Ie): 47 A (normal duty at ≤40 °C); 38 A heavy duty at 40 °C.
• Motor Power Range: Examples: 11 kW at 230 V (normal duty); 22 kW at 400–440 V (normal duty). Other voltage power ratings documented up to 37 kW at higher voltages.
• Supply Voltage: 208…690 V AC, 3‑phase, 50/60 Hz.
• Control Method: Torque control with adjustable current limit (torque-controlled soft‑start/soft‑stop).
• Built-in Bypass: Built‑in bypass contactor (model fitted for reduced heating during run).
• Motor Protection Functions: Integrated motor thermal overload; overcurrent/locked‑rotor detection; phase loss and overload/underload monitoring; overtemperature protection (unit/motor) as documented.
• Communication Interfaces: Optional communication modules available (Profibus DP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP / EtherNet‑IP, CANopen variants).
• Enclosure / Protection Class: IP20 (panel mount).

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