ATS480D88Y, ATS480 Series Soft Starter, 45 kW, 88 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 ATS480D88Y

The Schneider Electric ATS480D88Y is an ATS480-series soft starter rated for 88 A normal-duty operation, designed for three-phase supply voltages from 208 V up to 690 V. It supports a wide motor power range depending on supply voltage and connection: typical inline ratings include 22 kW at 230 V and 45 kW at 400 V (normal duty), with higher ratings available up to 75 kW at the upper voltage classes (normal duty). The device uses Schneider’s true torque-control algorithm for controlled ramp-up and ramp-down to reduce mechanical stress and limit inrush current, and it includes integrated motor overload protection. The ATS480D88Y is IP20 and intended for process and infrastructure applications where reliable industrial motor starting is required — pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors and similar loads. Notable verified points for this model: 88 A rated operational current (normal duty), no internal bypass, torque control, and a range of optional communication modules (Profibus DP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP / EtherNet‑IP, CANopen) for integration into automation systems.

Key Soft Starter Attributes

• Rated Operational Current (Ie): 88 A (normal duty)
• Motor Power Range: Examples — 22 kW at 230 V (inline, normal duty); 45 kW at 400 V (inline, normal duty); up to 75 kW at 660–690 V (normal duty). Heavy-duty ratings are lower (see manufacturer tables).
• Supply Voltage: 208…690 V AC (3-phase)
• Control Method: True torque control (electronic torque-based soft start)
• Built-in Bypass: No (external bypass / external contactor arrangements required)
• Motor Protection Functions: Integrated motor overload protection
• Communication Interfaces: Optional communication modules available — Profibus DP, PROFINET, Modbus TCP / EtherNet‑IP, CANopen variants
• Enclosure / Protection Class: IP20

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