Frequently asked questions
Can the ATS01 be used on a Capacitance Start motor?
FA281859
10 June 2022
Issue:Wondering If the ATS01 can be used on a Capacitance Start motor
Product Line:
All ATS01 soft starts
Environment:
ATS01 Soft Starts
Cause:
Capacitance Start motor on ATS01 soft starts
Resolution:
As noted in the catalog, the ATS01...FT models can be used with capacitor start single phase motors. There is one caution: A long ramp up time can be detrimental to the motor capacitor. Contact the motor manufacturer to determine compatibility and ramp up time restrictions.
Answer revised based on Level 3 info.