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Bulletin 283 ArmorStart Distributed Motor Controller

Description

The Bulletin 283 ArmorStart Distributed Motor Controller is an integrated, pre-engineered starter for solid-state motor control applications. The ArmorStart offers a robust IP67/NEMA Type 4 enclosure design, which is suitable for water wash-down environments. The ArmorStart products are also offered with NEMA Type 4X rating, suitable for environment wash down with caustic chemicals used in the food and beverage industry. The wash-down rating is 1000 psi for the NEMA Type 4X rated devices. The modular plug-and-play design offers simplicity in wiring the installation. The quick disconnects for the I/O, communications, and motor connection reduces the wiring time and eliminates wiring errors. The ArmorStart offers as standard, four DC inputs and two relay outputs to be used with sensors and actuators respectively,for monitoring and controlling the application process. The ArmorStart’s LED status indication and built-in diagnostics capabilities, allows for ease of maintenance and troubleshooting. The optional Hand/Off/Auto (HOA) keypad allows for local start/stop control and Emergency Stop system configuration at the ArmorStart Distributed Motor Controller.

The Bulletin 283 ArmorStart Distributed Motor Controller offers short circuit protection per UL 508 and IEC 60947. The ArmorStart is rated for local-disconnect service by incorporating the Bulletin 140 Motor Protector as the local-disconnect, eliminating the need for additional components. The ArmorStart Distributed Motor Controllers are suitable for group motor installations.

Mode of Operation

Soft Start

This method has the most general application. The motor is raised from an initial torque value to full voltage. This initial torque is adjustable to 15, 25, 35, or 65% of locked rotor torque. The motor voltage is gradually increased during the acceleration ramp time, which can be adjusted from 1…45 s.



Current Limit Start

This starting mode is used when it is necessary to limit the maximum starting current. It can be adjusted for 150…600% of full load amps. Start times are selectable from 1…45 s.



Selectable Kick Start

A kickstart, or boost, at the beginning of the start mode is intended to provide a current pulse of 450% of the full load current. The kickstart time is adjustable from 0.5…1.5 s. This allows the motor to develop additional torque at startup for loads which may need an initial boost.



Soft Stop

The Soft Stop function can be used with applications that require an extended coast to rest. When enabled, the voltage ramp-down time can be selected from 1…90 s. The motor will stop when the motor voltage drops to a point where the load torque is greater than the motor torque.



Description of Features

Overload Protection

The Bulletin 283 ArmorStart Distributed Motor Controller incorporates, as standard, electronic motor overload protection. This overload protection is accomplished electronically with an I²t algorithm. The ArmorStart’s overload protection is programmable via the communication network providing the user with flexibility. The overload trip class allows for class 10 overload protection. Ambient insensitivity is inherent in the electronic design of the overload.

LED Status Indication

The LED Status Indication provides four status LEDs and a Reset button. The LEDs provide status indication for the following:

• POWER LED
  The LED is illuminated solid green when control power is present and with the proper polarity
  
• RUN LED
  This LED is illuminated solid green when a start command and control power are present
  
• NETWORK LED
  This bi-color (red/green) LED indicates the status of the communication link
  
• FAULT LED
  Indicates Controller Fault (trip) condition
  
• The “Reset Button” as a local trip reset.
  

Inputs

The inputs are single-keyed (two inputs per connector), which are sourced from DeviceNet power (24V DC), with LED status indication.

Outputs

Two dual-key relay output connectors are supplied as standard. The outputs are sourced from the control voltage power, which can be either, 24V DC, 120V AC or 240V AC with LED status indication.

Gland Plate Entrance

The ArmorStart product offers two different methods for connecting incoming three-phase and control power to the device. One method offered, is the traditional conduit entrance which provides a 3/4 in. and 1 in. conduit hole opening for wiring three-phase and control power. The second method offers connectivity to the ArmorConnect power media. Factory installed receptacles are provided for connectivity to both three-phase and control power media.

Fault Diagnostics

Fault diagnostics capabilities built into the Bulletin 283 ArmorStart Distributed Motor Controller help you pinpoint a problem for easy troubleshooting and quick re-starting.

• Short Circuit
  
• Overload
  
• Phase Loss
  
• Shorted SCR
  
• Phase Rotation
  
• Control Power Loss
  
• Control Power Fuse Detection
  
• DeviceNet Power Loss
  
• Output Fuse Detection
  

• I/O Fault
  
• Brake Fuse Detection
  
• Overtemperature
  
• Phase Imbalance
  
• Internal Communication Fault
  
• Heatsink Temperature Fault
  
• EEPROM Fault
  
• Hardware Fault
  

Motor Cable

With every Bulletin 283 ArmorStart Distributed Motor Controller, a 3–meter unshielded 4-conductor cordset is provided with each unit as standard.

Network and Expandable I/O Capabilities

The Bulletin 283D ArmorStart Distributed Motor Controller delivers enhanced control to access parameter settings and provides fault diagnostics, and remote start/stop control. DeviceNet is the communication protocol, provided with the ArmorStart including DeviceLogix.

The Bulletin 283A ArmorStart Distributed Motor Controller allows connectivity to the ArmorPoint backplane. The ArmorPoint I/O system can communicate using DeviceNet, ControlNet, or EtherNet communication protocols. In addition to the different network protocols, the ArmorPoint Distributed I/O products allow the I/O capability to be expanded beyond the standard two outputs. The two dual-key relay output connectors are supplied as standard. The outputs are sourced from the control voltage power of 24V DC, 120V AC, or 240V AC. LED status indication is also provided, as standard with ArmorPoint. When using the ArmorPoint, a maximum of two ArmorPoint Distributed Motor Controllers can be connected to the ArmorPoint Distributed I/O product.