Enclosed Soft Starters
Our Enclosed SMC-3, SMC Flex, and SMC-50 soft starters are available as non-combination, combination fused disconnect, or combination circuit breaker starters. Enclosed soft starters may be fully customized with a wide variety of factory-installed options and are pre-engineered for quick factory lead times.
Product Comparison
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SMC-3 |
SMC Flex |
SMC-50 |
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| True 3-phase control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bypass | Internal | Internal | External or Internal |
| Protection and diagnostics | Basic | Advanced | Industry leading |
| Start/stop modes | 5 | 9 | 17 |
| Enclosure type |
1/12/4 or 3R | 1/12/4 or 3R | 1/12/4 or 3R |
| Factory-installed communication modules (optional) |
None | RS-485, DeviceNet™, Ethernet/IP, ControlNet™, ProfiBUS | RS-485, DeviceNet™, Ethernet/IP, ControlNet™, ProfiBUS |
| Voltage range |
200...575V AC | 200...575V AC | 200...575V AC |
| Control voltage |
100...240V AC | 100...240V AC | 100...240V AC |
| Option offering and customization |
Moderate | Extensive | Extensive |
| Customization through modified standards | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Additional Information
- Enhancements to Industrial Control Panels — We offer a wide range of packaged components, from high-availability standard enclosed motor starters to full customized industrial control panels. Watch Jeff Kilburn, Rockwell Automation, share some of the latest enhancements that include snap-together wiring technology and custom solutions to meet the unique challenges of OEMs and end users.
- Our Industrial Automation and Control solutions help you build the most efficient industrial automation system to meet your needs.
Starters, Low Voltage
SMC-50 Soft Starters Now Available with Internal Bypass
This new offering combines the advanced functionality of the SMC™-50 control platform with the energy savings capabilities of an internal bypass power structure. After the motor has been started and reaches full speed, the controller closes the internal bypass contactors which increases energy efficiency and reduces heat output. This results in:
- Reduced enclosure size
- Reduced cost, avoiding the need for external bypass contactors
The SMC-50 fully solid-state unit continues to be available with normal and heavy duty ratings for customer flexibility in difficult and demanding applications.
Specifications
| Title | Number | Download |
|---|---|---|
| SMC-3, SMC Flex, and SMC-50 Smart Motor Controllers Technical Data | 150-TD009 | EN |
Certifications
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cULus Listed (Open Type) (File No. E96956, Guides NMFT, NMFT7)
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CSA Certified (File No. LR 1234)
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CE Marked (Open Type) per EMC and Low Voltage Directive
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CCC Certified
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Documentation
| Title | Number | Download |
|---|---|---|
| Bulletin 150, 152, & 153 Enclosed Smart Motor Controllers Product Profile | 150-PP007 | DE| EN| ES| FR| IT| PT |
| Enclosed Starters with Snap-together Wiring Selection Guide | CMPNTS-SG001 | DE| EN| ES| FR| IT| PT |
| SMC-3, SMC Flex, and SMC-50 Smart Motor Controllers Technical Data | 150-TD009 | EN |
| Enclosed SMC-3, SMC Flex, and SMC-50 Smart Motor Controllers Technical Data | 150-TD010 | EN |
| Western Regional Configuration Center Flyer | CMPNTS-QR003 | EN| ES| FR |
| Central Regional Configuration Center Flyer | CMPNTS-QR004 | EN| ES| FR |
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Configuration & Selection Tools
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Other Resources
- Firmware — Obtain firmware for your SMC Soft Starters from the Product Compatibility & Download Center.
- Procurement Specifications — Visit our online resource to find the procurement specifications for this product.
- SMC Estimation Wizard — Obtain a more advanced analysis of both the device and the system.
- SMC Thermal Wizard — Conduct simple thermal analysis and selection of an SMC product for a given application.
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