SMCs - Soft Starters

SMC-3
SMC-3
SMC-Flex
SMC-Flex

Why Use SMC Controllers?

Major Reasons
Help minimize
downtime/ operating
costs
Help provide cost
savings by
minimizing the
effects of
High inrush currents
High starting torque

SMC Helps Minimize Downtime/Operating Cost

Problem:
Belts, gears and machinery can be damaged by across-the-line starting
Breakdown Torque

180%

Percentage
of Full Load
Torque

High torque can cau

physical damage to
mechanical system.

100%

SMC Solution:
Lengthens system life by reducing
mechanical stress during starting by using Soft Start
0 to repair the process 100%
Helps eliminate the need for maintenance people
Percentage of Full Speed
No need to replace damaged parts
Minimal production loss

SMC Helps Minimize Downtime/Operating Cost

Problem:
Materials can be
damaged by sudden
starts and stops

SMC Solution:
Soft Start minimizes
damage by reducing
high starting torque
Soft Stop reduces damage by minimizing load shifting or spillage
during stop
Higher yield during production

SMC Provides Cost Savings by

Minimizing Inrush Currents
Problem:
Power company restrictions on incoming line current,
or you pay the penalty
600%
Weak power lines cannot handle
high inrush currents, causing brown
Percentage
outs or excessive line disturbances, of
Full Load
Current
which in turn cause other processes
to shut down

SMC Solution:

100%

0
100%
Current Limit starting minimizes the amount of inrush
Percentage of Full Speed
current, meeting power company restrictions
Process shut down are minimized by reducing the
amount of current drawn during starting

SMC-3
Smart Motor
Controller

SMC-3 Small Size & More Functionality

More functionality in a small package
Matches MCS
Products

5.1 in

Din Rail
Mountable

3.
95

2.8 in

in

8.2 in

5.55 in

1.75 in

137 A

4385 A

SMC-3 Ratings
Ten current-rated sizes
3 A, 9 A,16 A, 19 A, 25 A, 30 A, 37 A
43 A, 60 A, 85 A
108 A, 135 A

Two voltage ratings

200480V, 200600V

Two control voltage ratings

24V AC/DC
100240V AC

Frequency
50/60 Hertz

Operating temperature
050C - Open Type

SMC-3 & Delta - Soft Starters

SMC-3

SMC-Delta

1-64A
1-37A

43-85A
108-135A
74-147A

SMC-3 Starting/Stopping Modes

Starting Mode
Soft Start
With selectable Kick Start

Current Limit
With selectable Kick Start

Stopping Modes
Soft Stop
Coast to Rest

SMC-3 Starting Mode Soft Start

Provides a smooth acceleration
no jerky starting
Applications include:

Conveyor Systems
Pumps
Fans
Trolleys
Pallitizers
Compressors
Chillers
Mixers

SMC-3 Stopping Mode Soft Stop

The Soft Stop extends the stopping
time to minimize load shifting
or spillage
Applications include:

Conveyors
Bottle washers
Pallitizers
Power walks
Trolleys

SMC-3 Protection and Diagnostics

Motor
Overload
Phase Reversal
Phase Loss/Open Load
Phase Imbalance
SMC
Overtemperature
Shorted SCR
Provides motor protection and minimizes the replacement costs
of the motor
Provides internal diagnostic to aid in troubleshooting
& SMC turns off when any of these faults occur, and LED
indicates fault condition

SMC-3 Protection and Diagnostics

Phase Loss/Open Load
Helps prevent the primary cause of motor failure by
turning off the SMC when detected

Phase Imbalance
Protects against motor heating due to imbalance in 3phase current

Overtemperature
Protects against misapplication of SMC in incorrect
ambient temperature or excessive duty cycle

Shorted SCR
Protects motor against single phasing when starting

SMC-3 Fault Indication

Fault indication
LED for
indication
Number of
flashes for:
RUN/ON
FAULT
OFF

One N.O. fault

contact

SMC-3 Modularity

Auxiliary
Auxiliary

Contacts

Connecting
Connecting

Modules

MOV
MOV

Fan
Fan

Remote
Remote

Reset

SMC-3 Auxiliary Contacts

One side-mounted contact block
Electrically held
Smart configurable for
normal or up-to-speed indication
Styles

1 N.O.
2 N.O.
1 N.C.
1 N.O./1-N.C.

Allows
Allows flexibility
flexibility in
in applications
applications
One
One product
product for
for multiple
multiple applications
applications

SMC-3 Connecting Modules

Used to connect SMC to
Bulletin 140M Motor
Protectors
3-37A Size only

SMC-3 Connecting Modules

Used to connect SMC
to Bulletin 100-C
IEC Contactors
3-37A Size only

SMC-3 MOV
Helps limit voltage transients from damaging SCRs
Line Side and Load Side
480V and 600V

108 A & 135 A

Same as SMC-Flex Catalog Numbers

137 A

4385 A

SMC-3 Fan

Higher duty cycle applications

Snap-in
3-85 A Powered by SMC
108-135 A Separate Powered
120-240V
337 A - Accessory

43135 A - Standard

SMC-3 Overload Remote Reset

Ease of operation
for remote
resetting of
overload
All sizes

SMC-Flex
Smart
Motor
Controller
Series B

SMC-Flex - Integrated I/O

Four (4) Outputs

Two (2) Inputs
Outputs can be programmed for Network or Device Status
Inputs can be programmed for Network or Start/Stop
Benefits
Can easily build a smart starter
Monitor external devices - float switch, HOA, Disconnect Switch
Communication between devices

SMC-Flex - Ratings
Twelve Current Ratings
Line

5, 25, 43, 60, 85,

108, 135,
201, 251,
317, 361, 480

Delta

8, 43, 74, 104, 147,

187, 234,
348, 435,
549, 625, 831

Two Voltage Ratings

200 - 480V, 200 - 600V

Control Voltage Ratings

100-240 VAC or 24V AC/DC

50/60 Hz
0 - 50 C Operating Temperature

1
/L3
/L
25
/L
3
1
2
/T
62
/T
4/T
0
/T
56
/T
18
21
/T
3

Motor Connection - Line

1
/L3
/L
25
/L
3
/T
18
/~
4
T
21
/T
3
1
2
/T
62
/T
43
0
/T
56

Motor Connection - Delta

SMC-Flex Standard Starting/Stopping Modes

Soft Start
with Selectable Kickstart

Soft Stop
Current Limit Start
with Selectable Kickstart

Full Voltage
Preset Slow Speed
Linear Speed Acceleration
with Selectable Kickstart

Dual Ramp
with Selectable Kickstart

Maximum
Maximumflexibility
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SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Soft Start

Adjustable Ramp Time:

Adjustable Initial Torque:
Selectable Kickstart:
Adjustable Kickstart Level:

0 to 30 seconds
0 to 90% LRT
0.0 to 2.0 seconds
50-600% FLA

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Soft Start

Provides a Smooth Acceleration No Jerky Starting
Applications Include:
Dust collector
Soft Start with Kickstart

Material handling
Shredder
Agitators
Chillers
Compressors
Grinders
Dryers

Wire Draw Machine

Mixer
Belt Conveyor
Screw Conveyor
Fans

SMC-Flex Stopping Mode - Soft Stop

Soft Stop extends stopping time to

minimize load shifting or spillage
Adjustable Soft Stop time: 0 to 120
seconds

SMC-Flex Stopping Mode - Soft Stop

Applications Include:
Conveyors
Roller
Belt
Material Handling

Trolleys

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Current Limit

Current Adjustment:
Current Limit Time:
Selectable Kickstart:
Adjustable Kickstart Level:

50 to 600% FLA
0 to 30 seconds
0.0 to 2.0 seconds
50-600% FLA

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Current Limit

Provides a Reduced Current Inrush to Motor
Applications Include:

Centrifuge
Fans
Bandsaw
Washers
Extruders
Ball Mills
Hammermills

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Full Voltage

High duty cycle

Full inrush current and locked rotor torque are achieved
Applications requiring across-the-line starting

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Linear Speed Acceleration

Linear Speed Acceleration incorporates a

closed-loop feedback system to maintain the
motor acceleration at a constant rate.
Programmable 0 to 30 second start time.

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Linear Speed Acceleration

Applications Include:
Overland conveyor
Tunnel conveyor
Feed conveyor for rock crusher

Requires the use of a tachometer

Customer supplied

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Dual Ramp Start

Provides two Start profiles with separate

ramp times and initial torque settings
Adjustable ramp time:
0 to 30 seconds
Adjustable initial torque:
5 to 90% LRT
Selectable Kickstart:
0.0 to 2.0 seconds
Adjustable Kickstart Level: 50-600% FLA

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Dual Ramp Start

Dual Ramp Start Applications

Conveyors
Palletizers
Mixers
Tumblers
Varying Load Applications

SMC-Flex Optional Starting/Stopping Modes

Pump Control

Braking Control
SMB (Smart Motor Braking)
Accu-Stop
Slow Speed with Braking

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Pump Control

Pump Control benefits for your applications
Designed specifically for centrifugal pumps
Reduces surges caused by uncontrolled
acceleration and deceleration of centrifugal
pumps.
Can eliminate the need for specialized flow
control valves
Provides closed loop acceleration and
deceleration motor control-without the use of
sensors or feedback devices
Performance not matched by any competitor

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Pump Control

Pump Control

Across the Line Start

Torque
Full
Load

Pump System
Speed

Full Speed

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Pump Control

Pump Control

Across the Line Start

Torque
Full
Load

Soft Start

Pump System
Speed

Full Speed

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Pump Control

Pump Control
DOL
Start

Torque
Full
Load
Pump Start

Pump System
Speed

Full Speed

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Pump Control

Starting Pumps

100%

DOL

Soft
Start
Pump
Control

Flow

Time

SMC-Flex Starting Mode - Pump Control

Stopping Pumps

100%

Pump
Control

DOL

Flow

Soft
Stop

Time

SMC-Flex Starting Mode Braking Control

SMB Smart Motor Braking

The SMB Smart Motor Braking is designed to stop a motor quickly

No additional hardware or feedback devices are required
Automatic zero speed shut off is integrated into the controller

SMC-Flex Starting Mode Braking Control

SMB Smart Motor Braking
Smart Motor Braking
Applications

Grinders
Centrifuges
Ball Mill
Hammermills
Band Saw
Conveyors
Roller Mill
Circular Saw
Chippers

Applications to avoid using

Smart Motor Braking
Cranes
Elevators

SMC-Flex Starting Mode Braking Control

Accu-Stop

The Accu-Stop option provides rapid braking to a

slow speed and then braking to stop, facilitating
cost-effective general positioning control

SMC-Flex Starting Mode Braking Control

Accu-Stop
Applications Include:

Mixers
Tumblers
Belt Conveyors
Die Changer
Ball Mills
Band Saw
Washers

Applications to avoid:
Over hauling Loads
Elevators

SMC-Flex Protection & Diagnostics

Electronic Motor Overload Protection

Stall Detection
Jam Detection
Ground Fault Protection
Thermistor Input (PTC)
Diagnostics and Warnings
Monitoring
Configurable Auxiliary Contacts

Electronic Motor Overload Protection

Flexibility
Selectable Trip Classes

Class 10, 15, 20, 30 or Off

Factory default setting is OFF
Eliminates the need for heater elements
Meets requirements for a wide range of applications

Ease of Programming
Motor FLA
Motor Service Factor
Eliminates trip setting adjustment

Increased Accuracy

Fault Alarms
Alarm Settings Can Be Programmed for:

Thermal Overload
Ground Fault
Jam
Underload
Over Voltage
Under Voltage

Alarm Settings Can Be Used to Provide

Advance Notification of Impending Trips
Allows
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Monitoring
Eliminate the mystery of your motors operation
by applying the SMC Flex controller with its builtin metering capabilities

Three-phase currents
Three-phase voltages
Power in kW
Power usage in kWH
Motor thermal capacity usage
Power factor of the running motor
Elapsed time of motor operation