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ABB - Electrification PSTX30-600-70 - The softstarter PSTX30-600-70 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...250 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSTX features a three-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage or a torque ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN, TOR and Event signal is available from relay outputs in NO (normally open state). The PSTX has functions such as current limit, kickstart, analog output, EOL, motor heating and pump cleaning. PSTX also features features jog, braking, stand-still brake, diagnostics, sequence start and emergency/fire pump mode as standard.To interact with PSTX, it has a detachable full graphic display with IP66 and 4x outdoor rating. There are four ways to communicate with PSTX. It can be done by hardwire inputs Start/Stop/Reset of fault, and by three programmable digital inputs. Another popular option is the built-in Fieldbus communication Modbus RTU and incl optional ANYBUS modules with every major protocol such as for example Profinet, Profibus, Modbus TCP, Ethernet IP and others. Another way to communicate with PSTX is to use an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. PSTX is the complete alternative for any motor starting application. It’s suitable for medium to large-sized three-phase motors with nominal currents from 30...1250 A inline connection or 52...2160 A inside delta connection. Typical applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.
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ABB PSTX30-600-70 softstarter for three-phase motors (30–1250 A inline, 52–2160 A delta). Ideal for pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors. Features voltage or torque ramp starts/stops to reduce mechanical stress, electrical surges, and water hammering. Rated operational current: 30 A. Operating voltage: 208–600 V AC (±10%). Supports 50/60 Hz. Built-in bypass for reduced power loss and heat. Key features: Current limiting (standard, dual, ramp), kickstart, analog output (motor current, voltage, power factor, energy consumption). End-of-line (EOL) protection, motor heating monitoring, pump cleaning (reverse flow). Sequence start for multiple motors. Emergency/fire pump mode. Communication: Hardwired Start/Stop/Reset, 3 programmable digital inputs, built-in Modbus RTU. Optional ANYBUS modules for Profinet, Profibus, Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP. Detachable full-graphic display (IP66, 4X outdoor-rated) with 17 languages. Real-time diagnostics: RUN, TOR, Event signal relays. Relay outputs: 250 V AC/24 V DC, 5 A thermal current. Operating temperature: -25°C to 60°C (derate above 40°C). Altitude: up to 4000 m. Overload class 10. PT-100 temperature monitoring. Earth fault protection. Over/undervoltage protection. Fan-cooled (thermostat-controlled). Coated circuit boards.
  • Rated operational current: 30 A, operating voltage: 208–600 V AC, 50/60 Hz
  • Built-in bypass for energy savings and reduced heat generation
  • Modbus RTU communication with optional ANYBUS modules for Profinet, Profibus, Ethernet/IP
  • IP66 detachable graphic display with 17 language support
  • Overload class 10 protection, PT-100 temperature monitoring, and earth fault protection
  • Analog output for real-time monitoring of motor current, voltage, power factor, and energy
  • Emergency/fire pump mode, sequence start, and pump cleaning functions
  • Ambient temperature range: -25°C to 60°C, altitude up to 4000 meters

Specifications

Current Rating
30 A
Frequency
50/60 Hz
IP Rating
IP66
Poles
3
Series
PSTX
Voltage Rating
600 V AC
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
15.55 IN x 9.06 IN x 11.02 IN
Package Dimensions (L x W x H)
39.497 cm x 23.0124 cm x 27.9908 cm
Package Weight (Imperial)
14.770 L
Package Weight (Metric)
6.700 kg
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The softstarter PSTX45-600-70 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...250 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSTX features a three-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage or a torque ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN, TOR and Event signal is available from relay outputs in NO (normally open state). The PSTX has functions such as current limit, kickstart, analog output, EOL, motor heating and pump cleaning. PSTX also features features jog, braking, stand-still brake, diagnostics, sequence start and emergency/fire pump mode as standard.To interact with PSTX, it has a detachable full graphic display with IP66 and 4x outdoor rating. There are four ways to communicate with PSTX. It can be done by hardwire inputs Start/Stop/Reset of fault, and by three programmable digital inputs. Another popular option is the built-in Fieldbus communication Modbus RTU and incl optional ANYBUS modules with every major protocol such as for example Profinet, Profibus, Modbus TCP, Ethernet IP and others. Another way to communicate with PSTX is to use an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. PSTX is the complete alternative for any motor starting application. It’s suitable for medium to large-sized three-phase motors with nominal currents from 30...1250 A inline connection or 52...2160 A inside delta connection. Typical applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.

PSTX45-600-70

The softstarter PSTX45-600-70 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...250 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSTX features a three-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage or a torque ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN, TOR and Event signal is available from relay outputs in NO (normally open state). The PSTX has functions such as current limit, kickstart, analog output, EOL, motor heating and pump cleaning. PSTX also features features jog, braking, stand-still brake, diagnostics, sequence start and emergency/fire pump mode as standard.To interact with PSTX, it has a detachable full graphic display with IP66 and 4x outdoor rating. There are four ways to communicate with PSTX. It can be done by hardwire inputs Start/Stop/Reset of fault, and by three programmable digital inputs. Another popular option is the built-in Fieldbus communication Modbus RTU and incl optional ANYBUS modules with every major protocol such as for example Profinet, Profibus, Modbus TCP, Ethernet IP and others. Another way to communicate with PSTX is to use an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. PSTX is the complete alternative for any motor starting application. It’s suitable for medium to large-sized three-phase motors with nominal currents from 30...1250 A inline connection or 52...2160 A inside delta connection. Typical applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.
The softstarter PSTX60-600-70 has a rated maximum operational current of 60 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is between 100...250 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSTX features a three-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage or a torque ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN, TOR and Event signal is available from relay outputs in NO (normally open state). The PSTX has functions such as current limit, kickstart, analog output, EOL, motor heating and pump cleaning. PSTX also features features jog, braking, stand-still brake, diagnostics, sequence start and emergency/fire pump mode as standard.To interact with PSTX, it has a detachable full graphic display with IP66 and 4x outdoor rating. There are four ways to communicate with PSTX. It can be done by hardwire inputs Start/Stop/Reset of fault, and by three programmable digital inputs. Another popular option is the built-in Fieldbus communication Modbus RTU and incl optional ANYBUS modules with every major protocol such as for example Profinet, Profibus, Modbus TCP, Ethernet IP and others. Another way to communicate with PSTX is to use an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. PSTX is the complete alternative for any motor starting application. It’s suitable for medium to large-sized three-phase motors with nominal currents from 30...1250 A inline connection or 52...2160 A inside delta connection. Typical applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.

PSTX60-600-70

The softstarter PSTX60-600-70 has a rated maximum operational current of 60 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is between 100...250 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSTX features a three-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage or a torque ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN, TOR and Event signal is available from relay outputs in NO (normally open state). The PSTX has functions such as current limit, kickstart, analog output, EOL, motor heating and pump cleaning. PSTX also features features jog, braking, stand-still brake, diagnostics, sequence start and emergency/fire pump mode as standard.To interact with PSTX, it has a detachable full graphic display with IP66 and 4x outdoor rating. There are four ways to communicate with PSTX. It can be done by hardwire inputs Start/Stop/Reset of fault, and by three programmable digital inputs. Another popular option is the built-in Fieldbus communication Modbus RTU and incl optional ANYBUS modules with every major protocol such as for example Profinet, Profibus, Modbus TCP, Ethernet IP and others. Another way to communicate with PSTX is to use an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. PSTX is the complete alternative for any motor starting application. It’s suitable for medium to large-sized three-phase motors with nominal currents from 30...1250 A inline connection or 52...2160 A inside delta connection. Typical applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.
The softstarter PSE18-600-70 has a rated maximum operational current of 18 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is between 100...250 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSE features a two-phase control with a soft start and stop through a voltage or a torque ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN, TOR, and Event signal is available from a relay output in NO (normally open state). The PSE has functions such as current limit, kickstart, analog output, EOL, underload, and locked rotor protection. To interact with PSE, it has an Illuminated display that uses symbols to become language neutral. As an option, you can add an identical external keypad with a rating of IP66. There are three ways to communicate with PSE. It can be done by hardwire inputs Start/Stop or by Reset of fault. Another popular option is the built-in fieldbus communication Modbus RTU. You can also use an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. PSE is a true general pur­pose softstarter. It’s a perfect balance be­tween high starting capacity and cost effi­ciency. Very suitable for small to medium-sized three-phase motors with nominal currents from 18...370 A. Typical applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.

PSE18-600-70

The softstarter PSE18-600-70 has a rated maximum operational current of 18 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is between 100...250 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSE features a two-phase control with a soft start and stop through a voltage or a torque ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN, TOR, and Event signal is available from a relay output in NO (normally open state). The PSE has functions such as current limit, kickstart, analog output, EOL, underload, and locked rotor protection. To interact with PSE, it has an Illuminated display that uses symbols to become language neutral. As an option, you can add an identical external keypad with a rating of IP66. There are three ways to communicate with PSE. It can be done by hardwire inputs Start/Stop or by Reset of fault. Another popular option is the built-in fieldbus communication Modbus RTU. You can also use an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. PSE is a true general pur­pose softstarter. It’s a perfect balance be­tween high starting capacity and cost effi­ciency. Very suitable for small to medium-sized three-phase motors with nominal currents from 18...370 A. Typical applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.
The softstarter PSTX105-600-70 has a rated maximum operational current of 105 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is between 100...250 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSTX features a three-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage or a torque ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN, TOR and Event signal is available from relay outputs in NO (normally open state). The PSTX has functions such as current limit, kickstart, analog output, EOL, motor heating and pump cleaning. PSTX also features features jog, braking, stand-still brake, diagnostics, sequence start and emergency/fire pump mode as standard.To interact with PSTX, it has a detachable full graphic display with IP66 and 4x outdoor rating. There are four ways to communicate with PSTX. It can be done by hardwire inputs Start/Stop/Reset of fault, and by three programmable digital inputs. Another popular option is the built-in Fieldbus communication Modbus RTU and incl optional ANYBUS modules with every major protocol such as for example Profinet, Profibus, Modbus TCP, Ethernet IP and others. Another way to communicate with PSTX is to use an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. PSTX is the complete alternative for any motor starting application. It’s suitable for medium to large-sized three-phase motors with nominal currents from 30...1250 A inline connection or 52...2160 A inside delta connection. Typical applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.

PSTX105-600-70

The softstarter PSTX105-600-70 has a rated maximum operational current of 105 A with an operating voltage span from 208...600 V AC. The rated control voltage is between 100...250 V AC at 50/60 Hz. PSTX features a three-phase control soft start and stop through a voltage or a torque ramp. It has built-in bypass for easy installation and energy saving. A RUN, TOR and Event signal is available from relay outputs in NO (normally open state). The PSTX has functions such as current limit, kickstart, analog output, EOL, motor heating and pump cleaning. PSTX also features features jog, braking, stand-still brake, diagnostics, sequence start and emergency/fire pump mode as standard.To interact with PSTX, it has a detachable full graphic display with IP66 and 4x outdoor rating. There are four ways to communicate with PSTX. It can be done by hardwire inputs Start/Stop/Reset of fault, and by three programmable digital inputs. Another popular option is the built-in Fieldbus communication Modbus RTU and incl optional ANYBUS modules with every major protocol such as for example Profinet, Profibus, Modbus TCP, Ethernet IP and others. Another way to communicate with PSTX is to use an external adaptor and a Fieldbus plug. PSTX is the complete alternative for any motor starting application. It’s suitable for medium to large-sized three-phase motors with nominal currents from 30...1250 A inline connection or 52...2160 A inside delta connection. Typical applications are, for example, pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the PSTX30-600-70 support Modbus RTU communication?

Yes, the softstarter includes built-in Modbus RTU communication for seamless integration with industrial systems.

Can the PSTX30-600-70 be used with pumps?

Yes, it is specifically designed for pumps, fans, compressors, and conveyors with soft start/stop and pump cleaning functions.

Does the PSTX30-600-70 support emergency pump mode?

Yes, it includes an emergency/fire pump mode to ensure critical applications remain operational during power failures.

What is the operating voltage range for PSTX30-600-70?

The device operates within a voltage range of 208 to 600 V AC at 50/60 Hz with a tolerance of +10%/-15%.

Is the display detachable and what is its protection rating?

Yes, the display is detachable and rated IP66 (Type 1, 4X) for outdoor use.

What is the ambient temperature range for operation?

The device operates in ambient temperatures from -25°C to 60°C, with derating required above 40°C.

What is the maximum altitude for operation?

The softstarter can operate at altitudes up to 4000 meters without performance degradation.

What is the overload capability of the PSTX30-600-70?

The softstarter has an overload class 10 protection, allowing it to handle overload conditions effectively.

What is the cooling system for the PSTX30-600-70?

The device uses a thermostat-controlled fan cooling system to maintain optimal operating temperatures.

What analog outputs are available on the PSTX30-600-70?

The device supports analog outputs for motor current, voltage, power factor, energy, and temperature monitoring.

How to Install the ABB PSTX30-600-70 Softstarter

Step-by-step installation guide for the ABB PSTX30-600-70 softstarter.

Estimated time: 30m

Tools needed:

Screwdriver, Wire strippers, Multimeter

Supplies needed:

Mounting screws, Cable glands, Control wiring

  1. Mount the device

    Secure the PSTX30-600-70 to a DIN rail or flat surface using the provided mounting screws. Ensure adequate ventilation and clearance for the fan cooling system.

  2. Connect the power supply

    Connect the main power supply (208–600 V AC) to the input terminals, ensuring proper phase alignment and tight connections. Verify insulation resistance with a multimeter.

  3. Wire the motor and control inputs

    Connect the motor to the output terminals, ensuring correct phase sequence. Wire the Start/Stop/Reset inputs and programmable digital inputs as per your control scheme.

  4. Install the detachable display

    Mount the IP66-rated detachable display in a suitable location. Connect the display cable to the softstarter and secure with cable glands to maintain IP66 protection.

  5. Configure communication and test

    If using Modbus RTU or optional ANYBUS modules, configure the communication settings via the display. Perform a test run to verify all functions, including soft start/stop and analog outputs.

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