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Schneider ATS480C59Y | Soft starter, Altistart 480, 590A, 208 to 690V AC, control supply 110 to 230V AC

Schneider ATS480C59Y | Soft Starter Overview

The Schneider ATS480C59Y is a soft starter from the Altistart 480 series, designed to provide controlled motor acceleration and deceleration. With a rated current of 590A, this model is ideal for heavy-duty industrial applications, offering motor protection, energy efficiency, and seamless integration into automation systems.

1. General Specifications

  • Product Name: Schneider ATS480C59Y

  • Series: Altistart 480

  • Function: Soft Starter

  • Rated Current: 590A

  • Operating Voltage: 208V to 690V AC

  • Control Supply Voltage: 110V to 230V AC

2. Key Features & Benefits

Smooth Motor Start & Stop: Reduces mechanical stress and prevents sudden electrical surges.
High Current Handling: Supports motors requiring up to 590A of rated current.
Wide Voltage Range: Compatible with 208V to 690V AC, ensuring flexible use.
Advanced Motor Protection: Guards against overloads, short circuits, and overheating.
User-Friendly Interface: Digital display with programmable settings for easy operation.
Seamless Automation Integration: Compatible with industrial control systems.

3. Applications

🔹 Pumps & Compressors – Prevents sudden pressure surges and enhances efficiency.
🔹 HVAC & Blower Systems – Ensures smooth startup and prevents excessive mechanical stress.
🔹 Conveyors & Material Handling – Reduces wear and tear on industrial conveyor systems.
🔹 Mining & Heavy Machinery – Ideal for high-power applications requiring stable motor performance.
🔹 Water & Wastewater Treatment – Supports large pumping stations for efficient water management.

4. Protection & Safety Features

  • Overload Protection – Prevents excessive current draw, protecting the motor.

  • Short Circuit Protection – Enhances overall system reliability and prevents electrical damage.

  • Overtemperature Protection – Monitors internal temperatures for safe operation.

  • Phase Loss & Imbalance Detection – Ensures consistent motor performance.

5. Installation & Maintenance

Simple Wiring & Setup – Quick integration into industrial electrical panels.
Real-Time Diagnostics & Monitoring – Allows proactive maintenance and fault detection.
Durable & Reliable Design – Built to withstand harsh industrial environments.

Additional information

brands

Schneider Electric

Specifications

Main
Range of product Altivar Soft Starter ATS480
Product or component type Soft starter
Product destination Asynchronous motors
Product specific application Process and infrastructures
Device short name ATS480
Network number of phases 3 phases
Utilisation category AC-3A AC-53A
Ue power supply voltage 208...690 V - 15...10 %
power supply frequency 50...60 Hz - 20...20 %
[Ie] rated operational current Normal duty: 590.0 A (at <40 °C)
rated current in heavy duty 480.0 A at 40 °C for heavy duty
Torque control True
IP degree of protection IP00
Motor power kW 160.0 kW at 230 V in the motor supply line normal duty 132.0 kW at 230 V in the motor supply line heavy duty 315.0 kW at 400 V in the motor supply line normal duty 250.0 kW at 400 V in the motor supply line heavy duty 355.0 kW at 440 V in the motor supply line normal duty 250.0 kW at 440 V in the motor supply line heavy duty 400.0 kW at 500 V in the motor supply line normal duty 315.0 kW at 500 V in the motor supply line heavy duty 400.0 kW at 525 V in the motor supply line normal duty 315.0 kW at 525 V in the motor supply line heavy duty 560.0 kW at 660 V in the motor supply line normal duty 400.0 kW at 660 V in the motor supply line heavy duty 560.0 kW at 690 V in the motor supply line normal duty 500.0 kW at 690 V in the motor supply line heavy duty 250.0 kW at 230 V to the motor delta terminals heavy duty 400.0 kW at 400 V to the motor delta terminals normal duty 355.0 kW at 400 V to the motor delta terminals heavy duty
Motor power hp 150.0 hp at 208 V heavy duty 200.0 hp at 230 V normal duty 400.0 hp at 460 V normal duty 350.0 hp at 460 V heavy duty 500.0 hp at 575 V normal duty 400.0 hp at 575 V heavy duty
Option card Communication module for Profibus DP V1 Communication module for Modbus TCP/EtherNet/IP Communication module for CANopen daisy chain Communication module for CANopen Sub-D Communication module for CANopen open style
Complementary
Device connection In the motor supply line To the motor delta terminals
[Us] control circuit voltage 110...230 V AC 50/60 Hz - 15...10 %
Apparent power 0.125 kVA
Integrated motor overload protection True
motor thermal protection class Class 10E
Protection type Phase failure: line Integrated thermal protection: motor Thermal protection: starter Current overload: motor Underload: motor Excessive starting time, locked rotor: motor Motor phase loss: motor Line supply phase loss: line Line supply phase loss: motor Thermal protection: motor
current limiting %In (5 x Ie maximum) 150…700 %
Rated current pwr loss specification 590.0 A
Power loss static current independent 25.0 W
Power loss per device current dependent 1711.0 W
Standards IEC 60947-4-2 UL 60947-4-2 IEC 60664-1
Product certifications CE cULus CCC UKCA RCM EAC DNV ABS BV CCS
Marking CE CCC UKCA EAC RCM CULus
[Uc] control circuit voltage 24 V DC
Discrete input number 4
Discrete input type (STOP) logic inputs, 3500 Ohm (RUN) logic inputs, 3500 Ohm (DI3) programmable as logic input, 3500 Ohm (DI4) programmable as logic input, 3500 Ohm
Input compatibility STOP: discrete input level 1 PLC conforming to IEC 61131-2 RUN: discrete input level 1 PLC conforming to IEC 61131-2 DI3: discrete input level 1 PLC conforming to IEC 61131-2 DI4: discrete input level 1 PLC conforming to IEC 61131-2
Discrete input logic Programmable digital input at State 0: < 5 V
Relay output number 3
Relay output type Relay outputs R1A 1 NO Relay outputs R1B 1 NO Relay outputs RIC NO/NC programmable
Minimum switching current 100 mA at 12 V DC for relay outputs
Maximum switching current Relay outputs 2 A at 250 V AC Relay outputs 2 A at 30 V DC Relay outputs
Discrete output number 2
Discrete output type (DQ1) programmable digital output <= 30 V (DQ2) programmable digital output <= 30 V
Output compatibility Open collector level 1 PLC conforming to IEC 65A-68
Analogue input number 1
Analogue input type AI1/PTC PTC/Pt 100 temperature probe PTC2 PTC/Pt 100 temperature probe PTC3 PTC/Pt 100 temperature probe
Analogue output number 1
Analogue output type Current output AQ1: 0...20 mA or 0...10 V, impedance <500 Ohm
Communication port protocol Modbus serial
Connector type 1 RJ45
Communication data link Serial
Physical interface 2-wire RS 485
Transmission rate 1200...256000 bit/s
Transmission frame RTU
Data format 8 bits, configurable odd, even or no parity
Type of polarization No impedance for Modbus serial
Number of addresses 0…227 for Modbus serial
Method of access Slave Modbus serial
Function available External bypass control Pre-heating Smoke extraction Multi-motor cascade Second motor set User management Ports and services hardening Security event logging Cybersecure firmware update Single direction
Display screen available True
Operating position Vertical +/- 10 degree
Height 670.0 mm
Width 400.0 mm
Depth 314.0 mm
Net weight 51.4 kg
Environment
Electromagnetic compatibility Conducted and radiated emissions level A conforming to IEC 60947-4-2 Conducted and radiated emissions with bypass level B conforming to IEC 60947-4-2 Damped oscillating waves level 3 conforming to IEC 61000-4-12 Electrostatic discharge level 3 conforming to IEC 61000-4-11 Immunity to electrical transients level 4 conforming to IEC 61000-4-4 Immunity to radiated radio-electrical interference level 3 conforming to IEC 61000-4-3 Voltage/current impulse level 3 conforming to IEC 61000-4-5
pollution degree Level 3
[Uimp] rated impulse withstand voltage 6 kV
[Ui] rated insulation voltage 690 V
Environmental class (during operation) Class 3C3 according to IEC 60721-3-3 Class 3S2 according to IEC 60721-3-3
Relative humidity 0…95 % without condensation or dripping water conforming to IEC 60068-2-3
Ambient air temperature for operation 40…60 °C (with current derating of 2 % per °C) -15…40 °C (without derating)
Ambient air temperature for storage -25…70 °C
Operating altitude <= 1000 m without derating > 1000...4000 m with current derating 1 % per 100 m
Maximum deflection under vibratory load (during operation) 1.5 mm at 2...13 Hz
Maximum deflection under vibratory load (during storage) 1.75 mm at 2...9 Hz
Maximum deflection under vibratory load (during transport) 1.75 mm at 2...9 Hz
Maximum acceleration under vibrational stress (during operation) 10 m/s² at 13...200 Hz
Maximum acceleration under vibratory load (during storage) 15 m/s² at 200...500 Hz 10 m/s² at 9...200 Hz
Maximum acceleration under vibratory load (during transport) 15 m/s² at 200...500 Hz 10 m/s² at 9...200 Hz
Maximum acceleration under shock impact (during operation) 150 m/s² at 11 ms
Maximum acceleration under shock load (during storage) 100 m/s² at 11 ms
Maximum acceleration under shock load (during transport) 100 m/s² at 11 ms
Packing Units
Unit Type of Package 1 PCE
Number of Units in Package 1 1
Package 1 Height 55.0 cm
Package 1 Width 53.0 cm
Package 1 Length 81.0 cm
Package 1 Weight 61.5 kg

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