ArmorStart Distributed Motor Controllers
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Bulletin 280/281 ArmorStart® Distributed Motor Controllers offer a simple, cost-effective method of integrating combinations starters, I/O and network capabilities in your on-machine architecture. The product line includes both full-voltage and reversing starters, as well as a safety version that provides a solution for DeviceNet™ safety installations. ArmorStart with EtherNet/IP™ offers the advantages of distributed motor control, EtherNet/IP communication, and Embedded Switch Technology.
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Features
- Robust IP67/NEMA Type 4 and NEMA Type 4X enclosure rating
- Gland plate entry: conduit entrance or ArmorConnect® power media
- Four inputs and two outputs (expandable with ArmorPOINT® I/O)
- EtherNet/IP™ embedded switch technology
- DeviceLogix™ smart component technology
- Peer-to-peer communication (ZIP)
- ControlNet™ and EtherNet/IP connectivity via ArmorPOINT communications
- Suitable for safety applications up to safety Category 4, PLe (safety version only)
- Enhanced safety monitoring (safety version only)
Products
ArmorStart® Distributed Motor Controller, Full-voltage Starter
- 280A Motor Controller with ArmorPOINT Communications
- 280D Motor Controller with DeviceNet Communications
- 280D Safety Motor Controller with DeviceNet Communications
- 280E Motor Controller with EtherNet/IP Communications
ArmorStart® Distributed Motor Controller, Reversing Starter
- 281A Motor Controller with ArmorPOINT Communications
- 281D Motor Controller with DeviceNet Communications
- 281D Safety Motor Controller with DeviceNet Communications
- 281E Motor Controller with EtherNet/IP Communications
Certifications
- cULus
Certifications apply when product is marked. See our Product Certification site for Declarations of Conformity, certificates and other certification details.
Related Products
Frequently Viewed Publications
| Title | Number | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Distributed Motor Control Solutions Brochure | 280-BR001 |  EN |
| ArmorStart EtherNet/IP Distributed Motor Controller Product Profile | 280-PP004 | EN |
| ArmorConnect Power Media Product Profile | 280-PP002 | EN |
| ArmorStart Distributed Motor Controller and ArmorConnect Power Media Selection Guide | 280-SG001 | EN |
| ArmorStart EtherNet/IP Communications and Control Programming Manual | 280E-PM001 | EN |
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Accessories
We offer a variety of accessories for your ArmorStart® Distributed Motor Controllers, including:
- ArmorPOINT® media
- Cables
- DeviceNet™ media
- Sealing caps
- Sensor media
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Applications
ArmorStart™ is suitable for many applications including:
- Material handling applications such as food processing, beverage industry, automotive industry, distribution warehouse centers, and airport baggage handling systems.
- Mining applications such as conveyor belts, pumps, and compressors.
- Petrochemical applications such as pumps, fans, and compressors.