Key facts
- Brand
- MOTORTRONICS
- Model
- VMX2 Series
- Category
- Industrial Robot
- Documents
- 4
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2023-10-19
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Motortronics VMX2 Series Solid State Soft Starter User Manual
This manual covers installation, programming, and fault handling for the Motortronics VMX2 Series solid-state soft starters. It includes detailed sections on motor overload protection, control connections, and programmable features such as ramp time, current limit, and deceleration. The device supports three-phase AC induction motors and offers advanced protection including thermal modeling, phase loss detection, and voltage imbalance trip. It is designed for 208–600VAC, 50/60 Hz, with current ratings up to 1250A and 1000HP at 460V.
Read onlineMotortronics VMX2 Series specifications
| Current Range | 18 – 1250A |
|---|---|
| Starting Current | 500% for 20 seconds (Standard Duty) and up to 500% for 60 seconds (Heavy Duty) |
| Overload Protection | Solid-state electronic overload protection |
Source: Motortronics VMX2 Series Digital Solid State Soft Starters Installation and Startup Guide
All Motortronics VMX2 Series documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
- Motortronics VMX2 Series Digital Solid State Soft Starters Installation and Startup Guide 38 p
- Motortronics VMX2 Series Solid State Soft Starter User Manual 103 p
- Motortronics VMX2 Series Digital Solid State Soft Starter User Manual 94 p
- Motortronics VMX2 Series Digital Solid State Soft Starter User Manual 94 p
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the current range of the VMX2 Series?
The current range is 18 – 1250A.
From: Motortronics VMX2 Series Digital Solid State Soft Starters Installation and Startup Guide
How long can the VMX2 Series withstand starting current?
It can withstand starting currents of 500% for 20 seconds (Standard Duty) and up to 500% for 60 seconds (Heavy Duty).
From: Motortronics VMX2 Series Digital Solid State Soft Starters Installation and Startup Guide
What is the control power requirement for the VMX2 Series?
120VAC (customer supplied), 240VAC optional.
From: Motortronics VMX2 Series Solid State Soft Starter User Manual
What voltage range does the VMX2 Series support?
208–600VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz.
From: Motortronics VMX2 Series Solid State Soft Starter User Manual
What is the maximum starting current the VMX2 Series can withstand?
The SCRs are sized to withstand starting currents of 500% for 20 seconds (Standard Duty) and up to 500% for 60 seconds (Heavy Duty).
From: Motortronics VMX2 Series Digital Solid State Soft Starter User Manual
Can the VMX2 Series be used with motors operating at a Service Factor greater than 1.0?
Yes, the starter must be sized for the total amps used by multiplying the nameplate FLA by the stated Service Factor.
From: Motortronics VMX2 Series Digital Solid State Soft Starter User Manual