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ABB - Electrification PSR16-600-70 - The softstarter PSR16-600-70 has a rated maximum operational current of 16 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is between 100...240 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSR features a two-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN signal is available from a relay output in NO (normally open state). The start/stop ramp and time is easy to set by three potentiometers on the front. PSR is often used in combination with a manual motor starter (MMS) from ABB, so mechanical connection kits are available. Another popular option is Fieldbus communication, which can be enabled by an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. The PSR range is our most compact softstarters with basic functionality and values. They are suitable for small three-phase motors with nominal currents from 3...105 A and can manage up to 100 starts per hour. Common applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.
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The ABB Electrification PSR16-600-70 softstarter (SKU: PSR16-600-70) offers essential motor control for three-phase motors, operating with a rated maximum operational current of 16 A and a voltage span of 208 to 600 V AC. Its control supply voltage is flexible, accepting 100 to 240 V AC at 50/60 Hz. This compact softstarter provides two-phase controlled soft start and stop functionality via a voltage ramp, ensuring smooth acceleration and deceleration. Key features include a built-in bypass, which simplifies installation and enhances energy efficiency by bypassing the softstarter at full motor speed, reducing energy loss and heat generation. Setup is user-friendly, with three potentiometers on the front panel for easy adjustment of start and stop ramp times. The PSR range is designed to manage up to 100 starts per hour, making it suitable for applications with frequent motor cycling. Common applications include pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors, where controlled motor starting is critical for operational efficiency and extending equipment lifespan. For enhanced system integration, the PSR16-600-70 can be paired with ABB's manual motor starters (MMS) using available mechanical connection kits. Fieldbus communication is also an option, achievable through an external adapter and Fieldbus plug for integration into advanced automation networks. The PSR16-600-70 is part of ABB's PSR series, known for its compact design and dependable functionality, delivering value for small to medium-sized three-phase motors by providing controlled starting and stopping to mitigate stress on motor windings and mechanical components. It offers a reliable solution for optimizing motor performance and ensuring operational continuity in industrial settings. Technical specifications include a rated operational current range of 3 to 105 A and an operational voltage range of 208 to 600 V AC. The control supply voltage options are 100-240 V AC (50/60 Hz) or 24 V AC/DC. Run and Top of Ramp relays are available for monitoring.
  • Rated operational current: 16 A
  • Operational voltage: 208-600 V AC
  • Rated control voltage: 100-240 V AC at 50/60 Hz
  • Two-phase controlled soft start and stop with voltage ramp
  • Built-in bypass for energy saving and easy installation
  • Easy set-up via three potentiometers
  • Run and Top of Ramp relays available for monitoring
  • Suitable for pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors
  • Suitable for up to 100 starts per hour

Specifications

Connection Type
Screw Terminal
Current Rating
16 A
Frequency
50/60 Hz
Mounting Type
Panel Mount
Poles
3
Series
PSR
Special Features
PSR softstarter - The compact rangeThe PSR softstarter range is a simple yet reliable starting solution that utilizes only the most basic of soft starting features: soft start and stop. It performs well in applications requiring many starts per hour and is perfect for installations where you need to save space.Main benefits* Small and compact starting solution* Can perform many starts per hour* Reduce energy loss at full speed with built-in bypass.Main features* Rated operational current: 3 to 105 A* Operational voltage: 208–600 V AC* Control supply voltage: 24 V AC/DC or 100–240 V AC.
Voltage Rating
208...600 V AC
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
1.772 IN x 4.469 IN x 5.512 IN
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
4.5009 cm x 11.3513 cm x 14.0005 cm
Package Weight (Imperial)
2.000 L
Package Weight (Metric)
0.907 kg
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PSR45-600-11

The softstarter PSR45-600-11 has a rated maximum operational current of 45 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is 24 V AC/DC. PSR features a two-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN and a TOR signal is available from a relay output in NO (normally open state). The start/stop ramp and time is easy to set by three potentiometers on the front. PSR is often used in combination with a manual motor starter (MMS) from ABB, so mechanical connection kits are available. Another popular option is Fieldbus communication, which can be enabled by an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. The PSR range is our most compact softstarters with basic functionality and values. They are suitable for small three-phase motors with nominal currents from 3...105 A and can manage up to 100 starts per hour. Common applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.
The softstarter PSR45-600-70 has a rated maximum operational current of 45 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is between 100...240 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSR features a two-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN and a TOR signal is available from a relay output in NO (normally open state). The start/stop ramp and time is easy to set by three potentiometers on the front. PSR is often used in combination with a manual motor starter (MMS) from ABB, so mechanical connection kits are available. Another popular option is Fieldbus communication, which can be enabled by an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. The PSR range is our most compact softstarters with basic functionality and values. They are suitable for small three-phase motors with nominal currents from 3...105 A and can manage up to 100 starts per hour. Common applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.

PSR45-600-70

The softstarter PSR45-600-70 has a rated maximum operational current of 45 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is between 100...240 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSR features a two-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN and a TOR signal is available from a relay output in NO (normally open state). The start/stop ramp and time is easy to set by three potentiometers on the front. PSR is often used in combination with a manual motor starter (MMS) from ABB, so mechanical connection kits are available. Another popular option is Fieldbus communication, which can be enabled by an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. The PSR range is our most compact softstarters with basic functionality and values. They are suitable for small three-phase motors with nominal currents from 3...105 A and can manage up to 100 starts per hour. Common applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.
The softstarter PSR37-600-11 has a rated maximum operational current of 37 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is 24 V AC/DC. PSR features a two-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN and a TOR signal is available from a relay output in NO (normally open state). The start/stop ramp and time is easy to set by three potentiometers on the front. PSR is often used in combination with a manual motor starter (MMS) from ABB, so mechanical connection kits are available. Another popular option is Fieldbus communication, which can be enabled by an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. The PSR range is our most compact softstarters with basic functionality and values. They are suitable for small three-phase motors with nominal currents from 3...105 A and can manage up to 100 starts per hour. Common applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.

PSR37-600-11

The softstarter PSR37-600-11 has a rated maximum operational current of 37 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is 24 V AC/DC. PSR features a two-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN and a TOR signal is available from a relay output in NO (normally open state). The start/stop ramp and time is easy to set by three potentiometers on the front. PSR is often used in combination with a manual motor starter (MMS) from ABB, so mechanical connection kits are available. Another popular option is Fieldbus communication, which can be enabled by an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. The PSR range is our most compact softstarters with basic functionality and values. They are suitable for small three-phase motors with nominal currents from 3...105 A and can manage up to 100 starts per hour. Common applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.
The softstarter PSR30-600-70 has a rated maximum operational current of 30 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is between 100...240 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSR features a two-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN and a TOR signal is available from a relay output in NO (normally open state). The start/stop ramp and time is easy to set by three potentiometers on the front. PSR is often used in combination with a manual motor starter (MMS) from ABB, so mechanical connection kits are available. Another popular option is Fieldbus communication, which can be enabled by an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. The PSR range is our most compact softstarters with basic functionality and values. They are suitable for small three-phase motors with nominal currents from 3...105 A and can manage up to 100 starts per hour. Common applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.

PSR30-600-70

The softstarter PSR30-600-70 has a rated maximum operational current of 30 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is between 100...240 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSR features a two-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN and a TOR signal is available from a relay output in NO (normally open state). The start/stop ramp and time is easy to set by three potentiometers on the front. PSR is often used in combination with a manual motor starter (MMS) from ABB, so mechanical connection kits are available. Another popular option is Fieldbus communication, which can be enabled by an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. The PSR range is our most compact softstarters with basic functionality and values. They are suitable for small three-phase motors with nominal currents from 3...105 A and can manage up to 100 starts per hour. Common applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum operational current for the PSR16-600-70?

The PSR16-600-70 has a rated maximum operational current of 16 A.

What is the operating voltage range for this soft starter?

The operating voltage span for the PSR16-600-70 is from 208 to 600 V AC.

What is the rated control voltage for the PSR16-600-70?

The rated control voltage is between 24 to 240 V AC at 50/60 Hz.

What type of control does the PSR16-600-70 soft starter use?

It features a two-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage ramp.

Does the PSR16-600-70 have built-in bypass for installation?

Yes, it has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving.

What is the RUN signal availability from the relay output?

A RUN signal is available from a relay output in NO (normally open) state.

How are the start ramp and time set on the PSR16-600-70?

The start ramp and time are easily set by three potentiometers on the front.

Can the PSR16-600-70 be used with a manual motor starter?

Yes, it is often used in combination with a manual motor starter (MMS) from ABB, and mechanical connection kits are available.

How can Fieldbus communication be enabled on this device?

Fieldbus communication can be enabled by an external adapter and a Fieldbus plug.

What are the typical applications for the PSR16-600-70?

Common applications include pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.

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