15

SOFT

STARTERS

12A to 1200A starter ratings

PAGE 15-2

Internal by-pass contactor up to

245A rating

ADXM...B
Integrated by-pass relay
Rated starter current Ie 12A and 25A
Rated motor power 5.5kW and 11kW at 400VAC
Total protection against over-temperature
Acceleration and deceleration time
adjustable on front
LED indicator of starter state
Fixing on 35mm DIN rail.

PLANET - LOGIC

Torque ramp starting

Total motor protection
incorporated
Clock calendar
Digital control and adjustment

Wide input
voltage range:
208-500VAC
(50/60Hz)

No jumpers or
dip switches

RS232 and RS-485 serial ports

for remote supervision and
control
Modbus RTU

Soft starters

SEC. PAGE

ADXM...B series with integrated by-pass relay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15ADX...B series with integrated by-pass contactor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-

2
3

PAGE 15-3

ADX... series predisposed for external by-pass contactor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-

ADX...B
Reduced voltage soft starter with torque control
and built-in by-pass contactor
Maximum starting current limitation
Rated starter current Ie 17A-245A ratings
Rated motor power, 7.5kW-132kW at
380/415VAC
PC remote control supervision
Modbus RTU communication protocol
LCD backlit screen.

Remote keypad and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-

Remote control software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-

Alarm and
event log

Torque
control

LCD screen and

use-friendly keypad
for control parameters and programming in multilanguage

RS-232
and RS-485
serial ports

Internal by-pass
contactor up to 245
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.

Programmable
inputs and outputs

Dimensions
Technical characteristics

15-2

ADXM...B series

Soft starters

Order code

Rated
starter
power Ie

Rated
motor
power
(400V)

Qty
per
pkg

Wt

[A]

[kW]

[kg]

With integrated by-pass relay.

51 ADXM 12B

12

5.5

0.270

51 ADXM 25B

25

11

0.600

ADXM 12B ADJUSTMENTS

51 ADXM 12B

Ramp-up time 0.5 to 5s. Time from zero to full load voltage.
Ramp-down time 0.5 to 5s. Time from zero to full load voltage.
Initial torque 0 to 85% of voltage at the beginning of the ramp-up
function.

ADXM 25B ADJUSTMENTS

51 ADXM 25B

Ramp-up time 0.5 to 10s. Time from zero to full load voltage.
Ramp-down time 0.5 to 20s. Time from zero to full load voltage.
Initial torque 0 to 50% of voltage at the beginning of the ramp-up

General characteristics
ADXM is a compact range of soft starters.
ADXM soft starts and soft stops three-phase induction
motors with rated load currents up to 25A.
Starting and stopping times as well as initial torque can
be independently adjusted by built-in potentiometers.
ADXM reduces the mechanical load on motors, shafts,
gearboxes and drive belts.
Main features are:
For three phase induction motors up to 11kW at 400V
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.
Operational characteristics
Number of controlled phases: 2
Controlled input voltage: 400VAC 15%
Frequency range: 50/60Hz 5Hz
Auxiliary voltage: A1-A2 - 24-110VAC/DC 15%
A1-A3 - 110-480VAC 15%
Start time adjustment (ramp up):
0.5 to 5s (ADXM 12B)
0.5 to 10s (ADXM 25B)
Stop time adjustment (ramp down):
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
Operating temperature: -20 to +50C
Storage temperature: -50 to +85C
LED indicators:
ADXM12B
Power on

Green LED

Ramp up/down

Yellow LED
(constantly on)

By-pass relay

Yellow LED
(constantly on)

function.

ADXM25B
Power on

Green LED

Ramp up/down

Yellow LED
(flashing)

By-pass relay

Yellow LED
(constantly on)

Overtemperature
inside starter

Red LED

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
page D-24

Technical characteristics
page TC-48

Soft starters

ADX series

Order code

15-3

Rated
starter
current Ie

Rated motor
power
(380/415V)

Wt

[A]

[kW]

[kg]

With integrated by-pass contactor.

51 ADX 0017B - 51 ADX 0045B

51 ADX 0017B

17

7.5

7.900

51 ADX 0030B

30

15

8.000

51 ADX 0045B

45

22

8.300

51 ADX 0060B

60

30

14.900

51 ADX 0075B

75

37

14.900

51 ADX 0085B

85

45

14.900

51 ADX 0110B

110

55

15.700

51 ADX 0125B

125

59

15.700

51 ADX 0142B

142

75

34.000

51 ADX 0190B

190

90

37.000

51 ADX 0245B

245

132

37.000

Predisposed for external by-pass contactor.

51 ADX 0310

310

160

50.000

51 ADX 0365

365

200

50.000

51 ADX 0470

470

250

90.000

51 ADX 0568

568

315

90.000

51 ADX 0640

640

355

110.000

51 ADX 0820

820

440

170.000

51 ADX 1200

1200

630

185.000

SOFT
STARTER

ADX
SOFT
STARTER

Circuit for type with

integrated by-pass contactor

Circuit for type with

external by-pass contactor

SOFT
STARTER

51 ADX 0060B - 51 ADX 0085B

Torque control

Programmable analog
input

SOFT
STARTER

GSM
modem

Emergency starting via

by-pass contactor

Message transmission
via GSM modem

51 ADX 0110B - 51 ADX 0125B

General characteristics
Reduced voltage soft starter with torque control and
maximum starting current limit. It is used for the
progressive starting and stopping of asynchronous
three-phase squirrel-cage motors.
The integrated by-pass contactor, ADX...B types only,
drastically limits dissipation, as a result equipment for
electric panel cooling ventilation can be eliminated and
the enclosure size can be reduced as well.
CONTROL
During starting: Torque control acceleration, current limit
control and booster.
During stopping: Torque control deceleration, dynamic
braking and free-wheel.
In emergency conditions: Starting without protections,
direct-on-line starting using integrated by-pass
contactor.
Remote control: PC supervision by connection with
RS-232/RS-485 converter, modem or GSM modem.
Automatic call function (Autocall) in case of alarm
conditions by sending a message to a cellular phone
(SMS-Short Message Service) and/or to a mailbox.
KEYPAD OPERATIONS
Liquid-crystal backlit 2-line 16-character display
Multilanguage capability (Italian, English, French,
Spanish)
Basic, advanced and function programming menus
Keypad stop and start
Motor and mains parameter readings:
line voltage values (L-L)
phase current
active and apparent power values per phase
power factor per phase
kWh
Time sequential events log
Clock calendar with backup battery.
PARTICULAR FUNCTIONS
Digital inputs and programmable relay outputs. Analog
input (0 ...10V, 0 ... 20V or 4 ... 20mA) for ramp
acceleration and/or deceleration, motor starting and
stopping control thresholds, programmable relay enable
and disable control thresholds. Analog output
(0 ...10V, 0 ... 20V or 4 ... 20mA) for current, torque,
motor thermal status and power factor readings.
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
Power voltage: Phase failure, phase sequence and
frequency out of limits
Control inputs and analog output: Static 24VDC
short-circuit protection with automatic resetting.
Starter: Overcurrent, high temperature, SCR and
by-pass contactor malfunction.
Operational characteristics
Input voltage: 208-500VAC 10% for ADX...B
208-415VAC 10% for ADX...
Mains frequency: 50-60Hz 5%
Auxiliary voltage: 208-240VAC 10%
Auxiliary consumption: 20VA
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.
Reference standards
Compliant to standard: IEC/EN 60068-2-61,
IEC/EN 60947-4-2.
208-575VAC 10% on request.
Voltages on request: higher than 415V to 690V maximum.

Accessories
pages 15-4 and 15-5

Dimensions
pages D-24 and 25

Technical characteristics
page TC-49

15

15-4

Soft starters
Remote keypad and accessories

Remote keypad

Order code

Description

51 ADX TAST

Remote keypad
1
96x96mm, 2x16 backlit
LCD, 208-240VAC supply
c/w 3m long connecting
cable

0.350

31 PA 96X96

Protective cover (IP54)

0.077

51C2

PC ADX connectiing
cable, 1.8 meters long

0.090

51C3

PC GSM modem
connection cable,
1.8 meters long

0.210

51C4

PC RS-232/RS-485
converter drive
connection cable
1.8 meters long

0.147

51C5

ADX Modem
connection cable,
1.8 meters long

0.111

51C6

ADX RS-232/RS-485
converter drive
connection cable
1.8 meters long

0.102

51C7

ADX GSM modem

FUNK-ANLAGEN
connection cable,
1.8 meters long

0.101

51C8

ADX remote keypad

connection cable,
3 meters long

0.081

4PX1

RS-232/RS-485 converter 1
drive, galvanically
isolated, 220-240VAC or
110-120VAC

0.600

51 ADX TAST

Accessories

51C4

4PX1

Qty
per
pkg

Wt

[kg]

FUNK-ANLAGEN GSM modem, model n FALCOM A2-1 or FALCOM

A2D-1, compatible with LOVATO ELECTRIC remote control software.

3Com-U.S. Robotics 56k FAXMODEM modem, model n5630,

complete with PC connecting cable, compatible with LOVATO ELECTRIC
remote control software.

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).

15

Dimensions
page D-25

General characteristics
The flush-mount ADX TAST remote keypad is identical to
the one on board the soft starter except for the start and
stop controls of the motor, which are permanently
disabled. With this keypad, starter setup can be
conducted, motor readings and operating data displayed
and data and parameter transfer (ADX remote keypad)
made, as well.
A backup copy of the starter data and parameter setup is
obtainable with the transfer functions. In this way, quick
and easy setup operations can be done especially with
machines assembled in series.
The baud transmission rate, the contrast and backlight
can also be adjusted by this keypad.
It is supplied standard with a 3 meter long cable and
suitable connectors to complete the link to the ADX
RS-485 port. The three terminals of the keypad supply
are removable.
For longer distances, this keypad can be connected to
the ADX RS-232 port via RS-232/RS-485 converter
(galvanically isolated).
Advantages
Flush mount
Messages in selectable language
Readings display
Parameter setup
Two-way data and parameter transfer.
Operational characteristics
Supply voltage: 208-240VAC 10%
Power consumption: 6.9VA
Dissipation: 3.2W
Mains frequency: 50/60Hz
RS-485 port: RJ 4/4 connector
Supply: Removable 3-pole 2.5 mm2 terminal block.
Display: 2 line, 16 digit backlit LCD
LED indication (3): POWER, RUN and FAULT
Keys (6) ENTER/START, RESET/STOP,
PREVIOUS, NEXT, and
Operating temperature: -10 to +60C
Storage temperature: -20 to +70C
Flush mount enclosure
Degree of protection on front: IP41; IP54 with
protective cover.

Soft starters

Remote control
Software

51 ADX SW

Order code

Description

51 ADX SW

PC-ADX remote control

software complete with
a set of connecting
cables for
communications via
RS-232 port, normal
or GSM modem

15-5

Qty
per
pkg

Wt

[kg]

0.550

The remote control software consents to the PC supervision

of all ADX soft starter functions, including: parameter setup,
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.

General characteristics
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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Dimensions [mm]

D-24

electric

Digital multimeters

DMK20

DMK3...

62

DMK50 - DMK6...

12

82

90

90

14

55

Soft starters
ADXM 12B

ADXM 25B

45

87
75

82
78

82

102.5

100

86.3

90.0

ADX 0142 B - ADX 0245 B

D
B

ADX 0017B
ADX 0030B
ADX 0045B
ADX 0060B
ADX 0075B
ADX 0085B
ADX 0110B
ADX 0125B

ADX 0017 B - ADX 0125 B

86.3

C
D

A
372
372
372
534
534
534
584
584

B
157
157
157
157
157
157
157
157

C
223
223
223
250
250
250
250
250

D
131
131
131
132
132
132
132
132

E
357
357
357
517
517
517
567
567

ADX 0142B
ADX 0190B
ADX 0245B

A
600
680
680

B
273
273
273

C
285
310
310

D
230
230
230

E
560
640
640

Dimensions [mm]

electric

D-25

Soft starters

ADX TAST

ADX 0310 ADX 1200

73

31
91

91

96

PA96x96

63

96

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

F
100
100
100
100
100

AC motor drives
VFNC1S 2002PL W - VFNC1S 2004PL W
VFNC1S 2007PL W

VFNC1S 2015PL W - VFNC1S 2022PL W

D
B

VFNC1S 2002PL W
VFNC1S 2004PL W
VFNC1S 2007PL W
VFNC1S 2015PL W
VFNC1S 2022PL W

R2.5

B
8.5
8.5
8.5
8.5
8.5

C
142
142
142
142
142

R2.5

45

45

R2
A
B

Fig. 2

Fig. 1

Fig.
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
3
3

A
93
93
118
126
118
118
126
126
180
180
225
225

B
105
105
130
140
130
130
140
140
200
200
245
245

C
118
118
138
182
138
138
182
182
255
255
315
315

D
130
130
150
195
150
150
195
195
270
270
330
330

E
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
14
12
12
12
12

F
8.5
8.5
8.5
8.5
8.5
8.5
8.5
8.5
8.5
8.5
8.5
8.5

G
140
140
150
163
150
150
163
163
170
170
195
195

R2

R2.5

A
B

Fig. 3

C
D
A
B

F
45

45

VFS9 ...

VFS9S 2004PL WP
VFS9S 2007PL WP
VFS9S 2015PL WP
VFS9S 2022PL WP
VFS9S 4007PL WP
VFS9S 4015PL WP
VFS9S 4022PL WP
VFS9S 4037PL WP
VFS9S 4055PL WP
VFS9S 4075PL WP
VFS9S 4110PL WP
VFS9S 4150PL WP

A
100
124
137
155
155

D
72
72
72
117
117

E
60
60
60
106
106

F
131
131
131
131
131

TC-48

Technical characteristics

electric

Soft starters

Operational

TC characteristics

TYPE
Motor

ADXM12B
(with integrated by-pass relay)
type
power
rated current

Supply voltage

ADXM25B
(with integrated by-pass relay)

asynchronous three phase

5.5kW 3-phase

11kW 3-phase

12A

input power (to control)

25A
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

Protections

motor

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
Degree of protection
Cooling system

high temperature

red LED (constantly on)

IP20
natural

Operating temperature

-20 to +50C

Storage temperature

-50 to +85C

electric

Operational
characteristics

Technical characteristics

TC-49

Soft starters

TIPO

Motor

Supply voltage

ADX...B
(with integrated by-pass
contactor)
type

ADX...
(to complete with external
by-pass contactor)

asynchronous three phase

power

4 - 160kW

90 - 1000kW

rated current

17 - 245A

310 - 1200A

power

auxiliary
frequency

208 - 500VAC 10% standard 208 - 415VAC 10% standard

(208-575VAC 10% on request) Other voltages up to 690VAC
maximum on request)
208 - 240VAC 10%

208 - 240VAC 10%

50 or 60Hz 5% self configurable

Starting

torque ramp with maximum current control

Stopping

free wheel or torque ramp deceleration

Braking
Protections

DC dynamic by external contactor

auxiliary supply
power supply

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

Functions

clock calendar
event log
operating data mermory
multilanguage capability

Setup configuration
Keyboard

display and
LED indicators

hour counter, one each for energy usage, number of

startings, motor running and maintenance expiry
Italian / English / Spanish / French
LCD, 2 line x 16 character, backlit
POWER, RUN, FAULT
ENTER/START, RESET/STOP, PREVIOUS, NEXT, and
adjustment menus: basic, advanced, functions, clock and controls

readings display

voltage, current, power factor (cos), torque,

power (kVA, kW, kvar) and energy usage
current and torque

display

operating status, events, alarms, event log, data

voltage

24VDC (no need for external feeder)

fixed functions

2 for starting and stopping/reset

multifunction input
(digital functions)

free-wheel stopping, external alarm, motor preheat,

on board control, alarm inhibition, thermal protection
manual reset, cascade starting and keypad lock

multifunction input
(analog functions)

Motor protection via PTC probes, acceleration and/or

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

voltage and capacity

fixed functions
programmable functions

Analogue output

with back-up battery

20 event registrations in date and time sequential order

setup parameters

graphic display

Relay outputs

24VDC static short circuit

by incorporated or remote keypad or PC

membrane keys

Control inputs

voltage too low

phase failure, frequency out of limits,
minimum and maximum voltage and phase sequence,
24VDC static short circuit

format configuration
associated source

Communications interface RS-232 port

RS-485 port

250VAC 5A (AC1)
1 with 1 NO + 1NC contacts for overall alarm
3 each with 1 NO contact for running motor, motor starting,
braking, current tripping threshold, maintenance expiry, etc.
0-20mA, 4-20mA or 0-10V
current, torque, motor thermal status and power factor
setup and remote control
used for remote keypad only

Degree of protection

IP00

Cooling system

natural for 17-45A types,

forced for 60-245A types

Operating temperature

-10 to +45C (higher up to maximum 55C with derating)

Storage temperature
IP20 for ADX0017B - ADX0125B only.

-30 to +70C

forced for all types

TC