Intelligent Softstarter Prolongs life in Single Phase Scroll Compressors

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Automatic settings deliver correct starting current regardless of load

Aldershot, UK, 26 March 2012 – Carlo Gavazzi has launched the RSBS single phase, plug ‘n’ play Softstart motor controller that delivers a smooth start and long term reliability for single phase high pressure scroll compressors typically used in the growing heat pump market.

The RSBS has been developed to reduce high inrush currents and associated effects to prolong compressor life. The compact design features a self-adapting algorithm that will automatically react to changing load conditions to ensure that a wide range of compressors are started with the correct current and within the required ramp-up time of 600ms.

This self-adaptation feature eliminates light flickering and voltage disturbances, while reducing mechanical stresses on the compressor, and minimises the number of alarms during start-up, resulting in fewer service calls and reduced system downtime. The RSBS features integrated protection against short-cycling, with an internal delay to ensure a maximum of ten starts per hour is observed.

To address the issue of weak power supplies in remote locations, the under voltage alarm is only active during bypass mode. Other alarms such as Locked Rotor and End of Ramp protect the system during start up, leading to a reduction in system stoppage and service calls.

Alarm indication is provided through a red LED which signals the type of alarm via a user friendly flashing sequence. The RSBS can also be supplied with an optional auxiliary alarm relay to interface additional alarm systems to the external panel. Featuring compact dimensions of 137 x 84 x 60mm, the RSBS is easy to fit in any existing panel design via DIN rail or panel mount.

Press Contact: Nicki Langley -  Neesham Public Relations, Tel: 44 (0) 1622 210080, Email: nickil@neesham.co.uk

About Carlo Gavazzi Automation

Carlo Gavazzi Automation is an international electronics group with activities in the design, manufacture and marketing of electronic equipment targeted at the global markets of industrial and building automation. Carlo Gavazzi Automation provides customers with technologically innovative, high quality and competitive solutions, in compliance with their requirements and expectations through its 21 National Sales Companies in Europe, North America, and Asia & Pacific, operating with its production sites in Denmark, Italy, Malta, Lithuania and China.

For more information about the smart-house range of home automation solutions, please visit the newly created website: www.smart-house.it

For more information contact:

Carlo Gavazzi UK Ltd, 7 Springlakes Industrial Estate, Deadbrook Lane, Aldershot, Hampshire, GU12 4UH.

Sales enquiries: tel: 44 (0) 1252 339600, fax: 44 (0) 1252 326799, email: sales@carlogavazzi.co.uk, web: www.carlogavazzi.co.uk

Editorial or advertising enquiries: email: jennyt@neesham.co.uk, tel: 44 (0) 1296 628104

Press Contact: Nicki Langley, Neesham Public Relations,

Tel: 44 (0) 1296 628180, Email: nickil@neesham.co.uk

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