DEH-40396B

GE Industrial Systems
SOLID-STATE SOFT STARTER

ASTAT-IBP Plus
USER MANUAL

REMARKS:
1. Read this manual thoroughly before using the ASTAT-IBP Plus and store in a safe
place for reference.
2. Make sure that this manual is delivered to the end user.
3. The policy of GE Industrial Systems is one of continuous improvement.
The right is reserved to alter the design on any structural details of the products at any
time without giving notice.

ASTAT-IBP Plus Soft Starters

WARNINGS
1.

Disconnect power before installing or servicing.

2.

Hazardous voltages are present in the motor circuit even when the starter is OFF.
An isolation contactor, configured to provide automatic isolation when the motor
is turned OFF is recommended.

3.

Unit may contain more than one live circuit. Disconnect both control and main
circuits before installing or servicing.

4.

Soft stop should not be used as an Emergency stop.

5.

Stopping mode must be set to meet applicable standards for operator safety.

6.

Separate motor overcurrent protection is required to be provided in accordance

with the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1. ASTAT-IBP Plus provides separate
motor protection.

CAUTIONS
1.

Semi-conductor fuses specified may not provide branch circuit protection. Refer
to local applicable electrical codes.

2.

Overload relay setting should be properly coordinated with motor.

3.

Abnormal starting times in excess of 30 seconds or closely repeated operations

of acceleration ramp/deceleration ramp may cause motor damage. Contact motor
manufacturer to ensure proper motor selection has been made for these conditions.

4.

If control power is lost between starts, the overload relay protection is reset to cold
start conditions.

ASTAT-IBP Plus Soft Starters

PRECAUTIONS
1.

Debranchez l'alimentation en courant lectrique avant de raccorder ou d'intervenir.

2.

Des tensions dangereuses sort prsente dans le circuit moteur mme si le soft
starter indique la position "arrt". Un contacteur d'isolement assurant un isolement
automatique quand le moteur est arrte, est recommend.

3.

L'appareil peut renfermer plus d'un circuit sous tension de'brancher les circuits
principaux et les circuits de controle avant de raccorder ou d'intervenir.

4.

Dlestage "soft stop" ne devrait jamais tre utilis en lieu de dlestage d'urgence.

5.

Procds de dlestage doivent tre conforme aux normes de scurit des

utilisateurs.

AVERTISSEMENTS
1.

Les fusibles semi-conducteurs specifies ne protgent pas obligatoirement les

circuits se conformer aux codes locaux d'installations lectriques.

2.

Le relais de courant de surcharge doit tre proprement coordonn avec la marche

du moteur.

3.

Les dlais anormaux de mise en service d'une dure suprieure 30 secondes,

ainsi que les montes/descentes en regime, sont suseptibles d'edommager le
moteur. Mettez-vous en rapport avec votre fabricant en ce qui concerne le choix
du moteur adquat.

4.

En cas d'interruption de l'alimentation entre deux dmarrages, la protection

assure par dmarrage froid.

5.

Le moteur doit tre muni d'une protection distincte contre les surintensites, et la
surchauffe conformement au code de l'electricite, premiere partie. ASTAT Plus le
relais de courant de surcharge doit tre proprement coordonne avec la marche du
moteur.

INDEX
Page
Section 1. Overview .........................................................................................................
1-1
1-2

1-1

Applications .......................................................................................................................
Features and benefits ........................................................................................................

1-1
1-2

Section 2. Types and Ratings .............................................................................................

2-1

2-1
2-2

Ratings ...............................................................................................................................
Thermal characteristics ......................................................................................................

2-1
2-2

Section 3. Technical Specifications ......................................................................................

3-1

3-1
3-2
3-3
3-4
3-5

General specifications .......................................................................................................

I/O Terminal board specifications .......................................................................................
I/O wiring ............................................................................................................................
Operating modes ...............................................................................................................
Programmable inputs and outputs .....................................................................................

3-1
3-2
3-3
3-4
3-5

Section 4. Programming ...................................................................................................

4-1

4-1
4-2
4-3
4-4
4-5
4-6
4-7
4-8
4-9

Keypad and display description ......................................................................................... 4-1

Parameter block configuration ........................................................................................... 4-2
Monitor block parameters .................................................................................................. 4-4
Calibration block parameters ............................................................................................. 4-5
Basic block parameters ..................................................................................................... 4-6
Advanced block parameters .............................................................................................. 4-7
Application and basic settings ........................................................................................... 4-8
Saving parameters to E2PROM ........................................................................................ 4-9
Lockout .............................................................................................................................. 4-10

Section 5. Installation .....................................................................................................

5-1
5-2
5-3
5-4
5-5
5-6

5-1

Equipment installation ........................................................................................................

General ..............................................................................................................................
Branch circuit protection ....................................................................................................
Start-up ..............................................................................................................................
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................
Thyristor check ..................................................................................................................

5-1
5-1
5-2
5-3
5-3
5-4

Section 6. Appendix ........................................................................................................

6-1

6-1
6-2
6-3

Application diagrams .........................................................................................................

Serial communications .......................................................................................................
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................

ii

6-1
6-2
6-6

1. Overview
1-1. Applications
There are numerous applications where soft starting and limited
current peaks are needed for the starting of squirrel cage induction
motors. Traditionally, reduced voltage starting was accomplished
using electromechanical starters, such as star delta starters,
autotransformer starters, stator resistance starters or by using
part-winding motors. These methods would provide a two-, threeor four-step torque change by switching the motor voltage from
reduced value to full voltage (in steps) after a preset time interval.
ASTAT-IBP Plus Solid State Reduced-Voltage Starters (also known
as soft starters) use solid state devices to gradually increase the
voltage from an initial preset level (initial torque) to full voltage over
a selected time period. The same solid state devices may also be
used to reduce the voltage for the deceleration of the motor should
this be required in the application. This starting and stopping
method provides smooth, stepless acceleration and deceleration
of AC squirrel-cage induction motors. The ASTAT-IBP Plus control
circuitry offers many additional functions, such as the monitoring,
protection and secondary functions listed.
Integral Bypass
The ASTAT-IBP Plus provides acceleration and deceleration control
using back-to-back SCRs. When the motor reaches the end of the
ramp, a bypass contactor is energized and the SCRs are switched
off. This allows the ASTAT-IBP Plus to run cooler than conventional
soft starters.
Versatile Use
ASTAT-IBP Plus Solid State Reduced-Voltage Starters offer
customer-configurable functions, including pedestal voltage, kick
start (selectable), acceleration ramp, starting current limit, and soft
stop (selectable). Typical applications include the following:
Belted Equipment
Centrifugal Fans
Centrifuges
Compressors
Conveyors
Crushers
Extruders
Fans and Blowers
Mixers
Packaging Equipment
Pumps
Textile Machinery

Advanced Features
The ASTAT-IBP Plus incorporates many additional advanced
features to ensure suitability for most applications.
Monitoring
Motor Current
Line Voltage (1)
Line Power Factor
Elapsed Time
Fault History
Protection
Password
Lockout
Undervoltage (1)
Overvoltage (1)
Undercurrent
Overcurrent
Long Start Time
Stalled Rotor
Secondary Functions
Secondary Ramp Up
Secondary Ramp Down
Tachometer Feedback
Dual Motor Switch
The ASTAT-IBP Plus also features two programmable inputs, two
programmable output relays and serial communications control.

1-1

Note:

(1) Monitors L1

1. Overview
1-2. Features and benefits
An increase in productivity and reliability with the use of
static soft starters.
Starting and stopping the motor without steps or transitions
lengthens the life of power-driven machines mechanical parts and
reduces stress on transmission belts and coupling parts.
Consequently, maintenance time is reduced and machine/facility
lifespans are lengthened.

Improvement in acceleration / deceleration characteristics

Starting with the voltage ramp or, alternatively, by starting current
limitation, the acceleration and deceleration ramp more closely fits
load characteristics. A kick start may also be selected in instances
of high static friction load.

Easy to run and adjust

The ASTAT-IBP Plus can be used for a wide range of applications.
A keypad and a digital display make it easy to select options
that allow the equipment capabilities to be customized to
application needs.

Easy maintenance due to full monitoring

Advanced microprocessor technology allows starters to identify
20 different types of fault conditions. The last four errors are
retained in memory to facilitate trouble-shooting and to minimize
downtime.

Pump control

The ASTAT-IBP Plus protects the motor from overloads as well as

from incorrect operating conditions, such as loss of an input or
output phase, stalled rotor, thyristor short circuit, etc.

The ASTAT-IBP Plus includes a Pump Control function that is more

effective in fluid systems than standard soft starting and stopping.
The control reduces fluid surges and hammering in a pipe line
system. This method controls the motor speed by monitoring the
motor parameters with voltage control in a closed-loop system.

Digital technology

Advanced functions

The control system is based on the use of a highly specialized

microcontroller that treats the signals digitally, thereby avoiding
deratings and adjustments common to analog circuits. This type of
control ensures excellent precision and speed of execution. The
control board is designed using surface mounted devices (SMD)
to increases equipment reliability.

ASTAT-IBP Plus includes advanced functions, such as linear

acceleration ramp, programmable I/O and connection to a computer
by serial communication (RS 232).

Protected motor

High level of immunity

The control signals are optoelectronically isolated. Various levels
of protection have been set up in the circuits to immunize the
equipment against external disturbance and their harmful effects.

1-2

2. Types and Ratings

2-1. Ratings (1)
Ratings for Standard Duty Applications (300% Current for 30 sec) for low inertia loads such as centrifugal pumps.
Catalog
Number

Frame
Rating, A

QI3KDP

Maximum Horsepower

kW

200 V

230 V

460 V

575 V

220 V

380 V/
415 V

440 V

480 V/
500 V

55

15

20

40

50

17

30

37

40

QI3LDP

68

20

25

50

60

20

37

40

45

QI3YDP

80

25

25

60

75

22

37

45

50

QI3MDP

105

30

40

75

75

30

55

63

75

QI3ZDP

130

40

50

100

125

37

63

75

80

QI3NDP

156

50

60

125

150

40

75

80

90

QI3PDP

192

60

75

150

200

55

90

100

110

QI3QDP

248

75

100

200

250

63

110

132

147

QI3RDP

302

100

100

250

300

90

160

185

220

QI3SDP

361

125

150

300

350

110

200

220

250

Ratings for Heavy Duty Applications (450% Current for 30 sec) for medium loads such as belted conveyors.
Catalog
Number

Frame
Rating, A

QI3KDP,LP,YP

Maximum Horsepower

kW

200 V

230 V

460 V

575 V

220 V

380 V/
415 V

55

15

20

40

50

17

30

37

40

QI3MDP

105

30

30

75

75

22

50

63

63

QI3ZDP

130

40

50

100

125

37

63

75

80

QI3NDP

156

50

60

125

150

40

75

80

90

QI3PDP,QP,RP

192

60

75

150

200

50

90

100

110

QI3SDP

361

75

100

200

250

63

110

132

132

Notes:

440 V

480 V/
500 V

(1) = Ratings in Amps given for ambient temperature of up to 40C and 1000m altitude. Temperatures inside the
enclosure must be kept within a 0-45C range. Derate output current by 1.5% per degree C above 40C. Derate
output current by 1% per 100m above 1000m.

2-1

2. Types and Ratings

2-2. ASTAT-IBP Plus, Thermal characteristics
The ASTAT-IBP Plus allows the user to select motor protection according IEC Class 10, 20 and NEMA 10, 20 or 30, selectable by "o" -overload- parameter
IEC Class 10

IEC Class 20

Sec.

Sec.

COLD
COLD
HOT

HOT

Multiples of motor FLA Rating In

Multiples of motor FLA Rating In

NEMA 10

NEMA 20
Sec.

Sec.

COLD
COLD

HOT

HOT

Multiples of motor FLA Rating In

Multiples of motor FLA Rating In

NEMA 30
Thermal memory:
If the control voltage is not removed, the unit has a cool down
characteristic. The time for cool down is 300 sec. after the
overload trip.
If the control voltage is removed after tripping, you must wait at
least 5 minutes before the unit can be restarted. See Section 4-10
for restart limitations.

Sec.

COLD

HOT

Multiples of motor FLA Rating In

2-2

3. Technical Specifications
3-1. ASTAT-IBP Plus, General specifications
Voltage Ratings 3ph AC Systems

Monitoring
External control
Acceleration phase
Stop phase

Start - Stop
Adjustable time
Power cut-off / Ramp / Pump control

50/60

Control
Specifications

Control system

Hz

Initial voltage (pedestal)

Starting torque
Kick start
Motor unit ratio (N)
Current limit (starting)
Acceleration ramp time
Bypass
Brake time by ramp

%
%
%

s
s

Inputs / Outputs Inputs

Current limit
Overload
Cool-down time after
overload trip
Loss on input phase
Thyristor short circuit
Heatsink overheating
Motor thermistor
Loss on output phase
Stalled rotor
Supply frequency error
Overcurrent
Undercurrent
Overvoltage (1)
Undervoltage (1)
Error (CPU)
Memory
Long start time

Adjustable 1 to 4.5 (Ir/In) Max 4.5 In

IEC class 10 and 20 ; NEMA class 10, 20 and 30 all selectable

s
ms
ms
ms
s
ms
Hz

ms
s
C
%
m

Environmental
conditions

Temperature
Relative humidity
Maximum altitude
Mounting position
Protection Degree

Standards

cUL, UL
Conducted & radiated emissions
Electrostatic discharges
Radioelectric interference
Immunity to fast trasients
Immunity to Surge Voltage

Note: (1) Monitors L1

Control range of 45-65 Hz

4 digital optocoupled. Two fixed (Start , Stop), and 2 programmable (I3, I4)
1 Analog 0-5VDC for Tachogenerator input feedback
2 Programmable relays (1r, 3r); 1 fixed relay (2r)
1 Analog 0-10VDC output for current metering

Outputs
Protections

Abbreviations

I
Actual measured motor current
Im
Maximum starting current desired
In
Nominal motor nameplate FLA
Digital system with microcontroller
Ir
ASTAT rated nameplate FLA
Starting ramp with progressive increase in voltage and
L
Current limit for starting Im/Ir
current limitation
L
450/N
max
30 - 95 Un
Mdirect start Full voltage starting torque
10 - 90 Mdirect start
In/Ir
95 Un (90% Mdirect start), adjustable 0 to 999 ms N
0.4 - 1.2
SF
Service factor
1 to 4.5 (Ir/In) Max 4.5 In
Un
Full line voltage
1 to 45 (standard or linear ramp up)
Direct control of a bypass contactor
1 to 60 (1 to 60 in secondary ramp) adjustable independently of starting
ramp time (types: standard, pump control or linear ramp down)
Motor current, line voltage (1), power, power factor and elapsed time

Freq. Range

Running

Up to 600V, +10%, -15% for QI3xDP ASTAT-IBP

Plus series

See Restart Times on page 4-10

Trip at 3
Trip at 200
Trip at 200
Trip at 200 if thermistor impedance > response value
Trip at 3
Trip at 200
If f < 45 or f > 65, will not start
100 to 150% In; trip time adjustable from 0 to 99 sec.
0 to 99% In; trip time adjustable from 0 to 99 sec.
100 to 130% Un; trip time adjustable from 0 to 99 sec.
0 to 50% Un; trip time adjustable from 0 to 99 sec.
60
4 former errors
2 x ta (ta = acceleration ramp time)
0 to +55 (derate output current by 1.5% / C above 40C)
95% without condensation
3000 (derate output current by 1% / 100m above 1000m)
Vertical
IP00, UL Open
UL, cUL conforming to UL508
Conforming IEC 947 -4-2, Class A
Conforming to IEC 1000-4-2, level 3
Conforming to IEC 1000-4-6, level 3 and to IEC 1000-4-3, level 3
Conforming to IEC 1000-4-4, level 3
Conforming to IEC 1000-4-5, level 3

3-1

3. Technical Specifications
3-2. I/O terminal board specifications
Power I/O terminals
Terminal
Function
1L1, 3L2, 5L3
Mains Input

Description
3ph input voltage.

2T1, 4T2, 6T3

Motor output

Output terminals to 3ph AC motor

TBA1, TBA2

Input Control Voltage

110/120V AC, +10%, -15%

Digital Inputs
Terminal
57

Function
Common for digital inputs

Description
This is a common terminal for the digital input terminals specified below.

Run

Run order. Command signal may be provided by one NO dry momentary contact to terminals 1 and 57.

Stop

Stop order. Command signal may be provided by one NC dry momentary contact to terminals 2 and 57.

3
4

Programmable input I3
Programmable input I4

NOTE: Run/Stop permanent command is allowed linking 1-57 and using one dry NO contact to 2-57
terminals.
These two inputs are programmable. Can be assigned to the following internal functions:
-soft stop
-pump control
-kick start

-linear ramp
-dual ramp selection
-local / remote control

Command signal should be provided by one NC dry contact to terminals 57-3 or terminals 57-4.
By switching this contact ON / OFF it is possible to enable or disable the assigned function.
Digital Outputs
Terminal
11, 12, 14

Function
Programmable relay 1r

23, 24
33, 34

Fixed relay 2r
Programmable relay 3r

Description
11-12 = NC, 11-14 = N.O. dry contacts. This relay can be assigned to several internal output functions (p. 3-5).
As default assigned to function RUN
23-24 = N.O. dry contact. This relay is assigned to function EOR for bypass contactor control
33-34 = N.O. dry contact. This relay can be assigned to several internal output functions (page 3-5).
Common for all relay output contacts

Analog I/O
Terminal
8
7

Function
Analog input common (-)
TG feedback input (+)

Current output (+)

Motor thermistor terminals

Terminal
Function
5,6
Motor thermistor input

Communications
Terminal
Function
SG, TD, RD
Gr, Tx, Rx data

Maximum usage voltage:

380VAC (B300-UL)
Thermal current:
8A
AC-15 use:
220V / 3A, 380V / 1A
DC-15 use:
30V max/ 3.5A

Description
This is a common terminal for the analog input terminal number 7 and analog output terminal number 9.
0-5V analog input for speed feedback. It should be provided by a DC tacho-generator coupled to the motor.
This speed feedback signal is required when the "linear ramp" function is used.
0-10V DC analog Output for current measurement purpose. (1 x Ir = 2V DC output)
Load Impedance 10K or higher.

Description
This input allows a motor thermistor with a response value from 2.8 to 3.2K , and a reset value from 0.75 to
1K to control motor temperature.
When the motor thermistor is not used, a link must be used between terminals 5-6.

Description
RS232C, 3 wires, half duplex. Maximum cable length 3 meters (10 feet)
Asynchronous data transmission, 9600 Bauds, 1 bit start, 8 bits data, 2 bits stop, no parity.

3-2

3. Technical Specifications
3-3. I/O wiring
ASTAT-IBP Plus terminal layout and wiring configuration is shown in the diagram below.

L1

Control Voltage
110 / 120V AC

L3

Serial Comm.
RS232C
Tx Rx Gr

TBA1 TBA2

M2
Bypass

12 11 14
A1 A2

L2

23 24

33 34

TD RD SG

1 L1 3 L2 5 L3

B1 B2

M2
Bypass

1r
2r
3r
Programmable Relay Outputs
Programmable Inputs
I3
I4

2 57

57

5 6

Start /Stop
(Permanent Command)

V
-

Tacho feedback
Analog Input

Motor Thermistor
Input

2 57

Programmable
Inputs

1 57

2 T1 4 T2 6 T3

7 8 9

M
3~

0-10V
Analog Output

1 57

Start
Stop
(Command by push-buttons)

Notes:

(1)

Control and Mains wiring recommendations are given in chapter 5.

(2)

The programmable inputs I3, I4 are not assigned to any function as default. Check pages 3-5 prior to using these
inputs.

(3)

The programmable relay output is assigned to the following functions as default:

Relay (1r): RUN, (RUN status)

(4)

Important: Use dry contacts only

3-3

3. Technical Specifications
3-4. Operating modes
Operating Mode

Key

Description

Initial ramp

5 main frequency cycles

Initial voltage (pedestal)

1a

30 to 95% Un (adjustable via initial torque setting T)

Kick start

95% Un. Enabled by parameter "Pxxx" to ON, 0-999 ms (adjustable)

Acceleration ramp

1-45 sec (adjustable). Dual ramp option.

Fast ramp (if motor is up to speed before end of normal ramp time)

Running mode

Nominal voltage (bypass mode)

Soft stop mode

Deceleration ramp 1-60 sec (adjustable). Secondary ramp 1-60 sec.

Current limit

Ramp down modes available are:

Ramp continue

- Soft Stop -Voltage ramp down-. Enabled by "Sxxx" to ON

Stop mode

- Pump control. Selectable by "Sxxx" to ON and "Cxxx" to ON

- Linear ramp down (Tacho feedback needed)
7

Current limiting set point (100 to 450% x (Ir/In) Max 450% In)

Accelerating ramp (continuation of acceleration after motor amps drop below current limit)

Standard stopping (coast to rest)

Starting by voltage ramp

U/Un
5

100%
2

Starter
Output
Voltage (%)

8
3

1a
1
Time

Starting by current limitation

Max

Current to Motor
Output Voltage

Motor Current
450%

100%
4

Current
Limit

Starter
Output
Voltage (%)

1a

Ramp

Set Point

FLA

Current Limit
(Voltage Hold)

Ramp

At Speed

3-4

Coast Stop

Time

3. Technical specifications
3-5. Programmable inputs and outputs
Programmable inputs and functions
The ASTAT-IBP Plus functions such as soft stop, kick start, etc., can be enabled (ON) or disabled (OFF) and set in their dedicated parameters by
using the keypad. Most of these functions can be enabled or disabled remotely as well, through the programmable inputs I3 or I4 (terminals 3-57
and 4-57).
Function

Parameter
S x x x

Set Value

Pump Control

C x x x

_ O F F

The function is permanently disabled

Kick Start

P x x x

O N

The function is permanently enabled

Linear Ramp

D x x x

I 3

The status of the function depends upon I3 input

Dual Motor

A x x x

I 4

The status of the function depends upon I4 input

Remote Control

X x x x

Soft Stop

<Remarks>

NOTE: One programmable input may enable or

disable more than one function
More than one function can be enabled in the ASTAT-IBP Plus, either by the keypad or through the programmable inputs I3 and I4, but there are
some functions which may not work as expected during stopping, such as when they are simultaneously enabled. When two or more of the below
functions are simultaneously enabled, the priority is defined in the following table:

Soft Stop (S=ON)

The unit stops by Linear Ramp

The unit stops by Pump Control

Co

nt
r
C = ol (S
ON ,
)

=O

N)

Pu

ft
So

Li

ne

ar

Ra

St

op

(S

,D

(S

=O

N)

Pump Control (S, C=ON)

Action

Linear Ramp (S, D=ON)

Condition

Programmable relay outputs

The ASTAT-IBP Plus includes two programmable relays 1r and 3r (dry contacts). ASTAT terminals are 11-12-14 and 33-34.
These relays can be assigned to several functions, as shown below.

Set Value

Relay N#

Parameter

Relay 1r

1 r x x

Relay 3r

3 r x x

22
23
24
25
27
28
29
30

<Remarks>
Fault
Undervoltage (1)
Overvoltage (1)
RUN
Undercurrent
Overcurrent
Disabled
Future use

Relay 2r has a fixed value of 20 (terminals 23-24) for end of ramp (EOR) Bypass Control.
Note: (1) Monitors L1

3-5

Detects ASTAT-IBP Plus fault status

Detects limit set in parameter UVxx
Detects limit set in parameter OVxx
Detects ASTAT-IBP Plus run status
Detects limit set in parameter UCxx
Detects limit set in parameter OCxx
Disables the relay function

4. Programming
4-1. Keypad and display description

C/V

Display

Displays monitoring, status indications, error messages and function set values

Display Structure

F V V V
O N

Function code
Data

Keypad

S
L
P
R
F
S
P
T

T
O
U
A
U
O
U
A

O
C
L
M
L
F
M
C

P
K
S
P
L
T
P
H

Status code

F V V V

Error code

F F/V V V

Function code (*)

Equipment is
connected
to main supply
(equipment is ON)
Stop
Remote stop
Kick start
Acceleration ramp
Full conduction
Soft stop
Pump control
Linear ramp (tacho)

E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E

Frequency out of range

Overload trip
Loss of synchronism
Phase U scr
Phase V scr
Phase W scr
Heatsink overtemperature
Motor thermistor
Phase U lost
Phase V lost
Phase W lost
Stalled rotor
Internal error
Long start time
Lock-out
Undervoltage
Overvoltage
Undercurrent
Overcurrent

M
v
.
.
P
.
.
L
T
a
d
S
.
.
L
.
.

Motor current
Software version
.
.
Power factor
.
.
Current limit
Starting torque
Ramp up time
Ramp down time
Soft stop selection
.
.
Lock out
.
.

0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3

0
1
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
1
2
3
5
7
8
9
0
1

x x
x x

x
x

F x

x
x
x
x
x

x
x
x
x
x

x
x
x
x
x

K x

(*)These are examples. Full details in

sections 4-2, 4-3, 4-4, 4-5 and 4-6

Allows setting of parameters and functions

SELECTION

SEARCH / ADJUSTMENT

Use with
or to select the parameter or function code
to be displayed and/or modified

Decreases the value of the selected parameter

SEARCH / ADJUSTMENT

ENTER / SAVE

Increases the value of the selected parameter

- Introduces the new parameter value into memory

- Updates the selected parameter value with the
displayed value

C/V

4-1

4. Programming
4-2. Parameter block configuration
Mode Selection

Settings in parameter "G" GCAL

GBAS
GADV
GALL

G ALL

Monitoring
Parameters

The ASTAT-IBP Plus includes a large number of parameters which are divided
into four blocks: Monitor, Calibration, Basic and Advanced. The parameters of
each group can be displayed or skipped according to the selection done in
parameter "G".
The monitor parameters are always displayed regardless of the mode selected
The Calibration parameters are displayed
The Basic parameters are displayed
The Advanced parameters are displayed
All parameters are displayed

G CAL

Calibration
Parameters

G BAS

Basic
Parameters

G ADV

Advanced
Parameters

Searching and Setting Parameters

The ASTAT-IBP Plus displays the parameters sequentially while depressing the
until the parameter "G" is displayed.

C/V

There is a quick way to search automatically the parameter "G" by pressing

and

key and pushing repeatedly

or

keys. Proceed in this way

Keys. "Gxxx" will be shown on the display.

C/V

Once the parameter "G" is displayed, choose the value desired by pressing

or

Keys. The display will sequence "GBAS", "GCAL", "GADV" and

"GALL" values repeatedly. The actual value displayed can be stored in a temporal memory buffer by pressing

key.

Values stored in the temporal memory are lost upon control power loss, unless saved in the permanent E2PROM memory through parameter "W".
Additional instructions are given on page 4-9.
The above is an example given for parameter "G", but all ASTAT-IBP Plus parameters can be modified from its default factory value in a similar way.

Parameter layout
Monitor parameters
Status

C/V

Shown automatically ON, STOP, LOCK, PULS, ...

(see page 4-4)
Motor current

Software version

Line voltage

PF

Line power factor

Line power

Elapsed time

Fault history buffer

Password

E2PROM writing

Parameter block selector

GBAS

GADV

Calibration parameters

e0, e1, e2, e3

GALL

GCAL

4-2

Line voltage

100-600

Voltage calibration

0-690

UF

Unit frame

K,L , ... ,S

Current calibration

0-1300

Motor unit ratio

40-120

Overload protection

0, N1, N2, N3,C1,C2

Service factor

100-130

4. Programming

Advanced Parameters

Basic Parameters
Unit
L

Range

Unit

Range

minutes

00-45

100-450 (1)

LK

Lock-out

010-090

E2PROM reading

ON, OFF

sec.

01-45

Factory settings

ON, OFF

Ramp up
time
Ramp down time

sec.

01-60

UV

Undervoltage

00-50

Kick start

ms

000-999

uv

Undervoltage trip time

sec.

00-99

Soft stop switch

OFF, ON, I3, I4

OV

Overvoltage

00-30

Pump control switch

OFF, ON, I3, I4

ov

Overvoltage trip time

sec.

00-99

ST

Pump curve selection

starting

00-03

UC

Undercurrent

00-99

uc

Undercurrent trip time

sec.

00-99

SP

Pump curve selection

stopping

00-05

OC

Overcurrent

00-50

Kick start switch

OFF, ON, I3, I4

oc

Overcurrent trip time

sec.

00-99

2a

Secondary ramp up

sec.

01-45

2d

Secondary ramp down

sec.

01-60

2t

Secondary starting torque

10-90

Tacho control switch

ON, OFF, I3, I4

Dual motor switch

OFF, ON, I3, I4

Remote control switch

OFF, ON, I3, I4

XP

Comm protocol selection

00-02

Station number

001-247

1r

Output relay 1r

22-30

2r

Output relay 2r

20

3r

Output relay 3r

21, 22-30

T
a

Current limit
(starting)
Starting torque

(1) 100-450 (Ir/In) ; 450 max.

4-3

4. Programming
4-3. Monitor block parameters

Function

Display
O N

Status

Default
O N

Range

Unit

ON
STOP
LOCK
PULS
RAMP
FULL
SOFT
PUMP
TACH

000-999
1.0-9.9

A
kA
%

Description
Switch on time. Equipment is connected to main supply
Stop
Remote control through serial port.
Kick start
Acceleration ramp
Full conduction
Soft stop
Pump control
Linear ramp (tacho feedback needed)

M x x x

Motor current

v x x x

Software version

xxx = Version number

V x x x

Main source voltage (1)

Displays line voltage in Volts.

P F x x

Power factor

00-99

Displays line Power Factor

w x x x

Line power

kW

Displays Line Power

E x x x

Elapsed time

Hrs

Displays RUN time in Hours (x 1000)

e x x x

Error trace buffer

e0xx-e3xx

Saves the last four errors:

e0xx:
Fault 1 -Latest fault- xx: Fault code error
e1xx:
Fault 2
e2xx:
Fault 3
e3xx:
Fault 4

K x x x

Password

K 0 0 0

000-999

= 69
= 10
= 20

W x x x

E2PROM writing

W O F F

ON, OFF

Saves the unit current parameters to the E2PROM.

This rewrites the last values saved. (Password 69
required)

G x x x

Parameter display
selection

G B A S

CAL, BAS, ADV,

ALL

CAL:
BAS:
ADV:
ALL:

Note: (1) Monitors L1

4-4

Displays motor current in Amps.

Current higher than 999A is displayed in kA.
If parameter UFxx is not calibrated, the motor current
is displayed in % In.

allows E2PROM writing operation

Key lock enabled
Key lock disabled

Displays Calibration Parameters

Displays Basic Parameters
Displays Advanced Parameters
Displays All parameters

4. Programming
4-4. Calibration block parameters -CALFunction

Display

Default

Range

Unit

Description

U x x x

Line voltage setting

U 4 8 0

200-600

Line Voltage from 200 to 600V. Set rated value.

t x x x

Voltage calibration

t 4 8 0

000-690

Setting of this parameter allows better accuracy in

monitoring and voltage protections (see the voltage
calibration procedure). (1)

U F

Unit frame

U F

K, L, Y, M, Z, N,
P, Q, R, S

Unit frame rating (K,L,...S).

Setting 0 disables current calibration.

m x x x

Current calibration

m 0 0 0

000-1300

Setting of this parameter allows better accuracy in

monitoring and current protections (see the current
calibration procedure).

N x x x

Motor rated current

N 1 0 0

040-120

100 x In/Ir
When this parameter is adjusted at a value higher than
105% the overload protection curve is automatically
adjusted to Class 10. "C1" if Cx was selected, or to
NEMA 20 "N2" if Nx was selected.

o x x x

Overload protection

o N 2

OFF
N1, N2, N3,
C1, C2

Selects either the following overload curves:

OFF:
Overload protection disabled
(external overload relay must be used)
N1:
NEMA 10
N2:
NEMA 20
N3:
NEMA 30 (not available if N 105)
C1:
Class 10
C2:
Class 20 (not available if N 105)

f x x x

Service factor

f 1 0 0

100-130

Motor service factor.

Note: (1) Monitors L1

Voltage calibration procedure

When the ASTAT-IBP Plus is installed on site for the first time or after the logic printed circuit board is replaced, the voltage measurements will have
an accuracy of 10%. To improve the voltage measurement accuracy up to 3%, proceed as follows:
1. Turn the ASTAT-IBP Plus ON and measure the RMS voltage on phases 1L1-3L2 using a calibrated voltmeter.
2. Search for the parameter txxx, set the measured voltage, and save this value by depressing the enter key. It is not necessary to save
this to the E2PROM, as the ASTAT-IBP Plus does this automatically. NOTE: Set the actual, measured voltage while the ASTAT-IBP Plus is
ON. DO NOT enter the motor nameplate voltage rating.
3. Once the ASTAT-IBP Plus has been calibrated, this operation does not need to be repeated unless the logic printed circuit board has
been replaced or the ASTAT-IBP Plus has been installed into a new application. NOTE: The parameter txxx will show the latest
calibration entry, which may differ from the actual voltage value.

Current calibration procedure

When the ASTAT-IBP Plus is installed on site for the first time or after the logic printed circuit board is replaced, the current measurements will have
an accuracy of 10%. The internal electronic overload protection is also affected by this procedure. To improve the current measurement accuracy
up to 3% and to improve the accuracy of the motor overload protection, proceed as follows:
1. Search for the parameter UF_ x and enter the correct ASTAT-IBP Plus frame type letter (F,G,H,..etc.).
2. Start the motor and measure the rms motor current using a calibrated ammeter. This measurement should be done at full load and full
speed and after the motor current has stabilized.
3. Search for the parameter mxxx, set the measured current and save this value by depressing the enter key. It is not necessary to save
this to the E2PROM, as the ASTAT-IBP Plus does this automatically. NOTE: Set the actual rms measured current while motor is running
at full speed and under full load. DO NOT enter the motor nameplate current rating.
Once the ASTAT-IBP Plus has been calibrated, this operation does not need to be repeated unless the logic printed circuit board has been replaced
or the ASTAT-IBP Plus has been installed into a new application. NOTE: The parameter mxxx will show the latest entry, which may differ from the
actual current value.

4-5

4. Programming
4-5. Basic block parameters. -BAS4-5-1. Basic Functions
Display
L x x x

Function

Default
L 4 0 0

Current limit (starting)

Range

Unit

100 - Lmax

Description
Sets Device current limit. Sets motor starting current
limit if parameter "N" is properly adjusted.
The maximum range setting is automatically calculated
by the unit according the following expression:
Lmax = 450 ( Ir ); Max 450
In

x x

Starting torque

2 5

10-90

x x

Ramp up time

1 5

01-45

sec.

Sets Voltage ramp up time. Motor acceleration time

will depend of load conditions.

d x x x

Ramp down time

d 0 2 0

01-60

sec.

Sets Voltage ramp down time. Motor deceleration

time will depend of load conditions.
Enabled only if the parameter "Sxxx" is ON.

p x x x

Kick start (1)

p 0 0 0

000-999

ms.

During the time adjusted, provides 95% of full voltage to

motor at starting time. Useful for high static-friction loads
Enabled only if the parameter "Pxxx" is ON.

Sets the initial voltage applied to the motor.

Note: (1) Parameter "p" is disabled while "C" is ON.

4-5-2. Programmable basic functions

Display

Function

Default

S x x x

Soft stop selector

S O F F

OFF, ON, I3, I4

Enables or disables all modes of Soft stop.

C x x x

Pump control selector

C O F F

OFF, ON, I3, I4

Enables the Pump control function. Usefull to limit fluid hammering.

The parameter "Sxxx" must also be enabled.
NOTE: Parameter "p" is disabled while "C" is ON.

S T X X

Pump curve selection

at starting phase

S T 0 2

00-03

Choice of various pump control algorithms for starting:

0: Voltage ramp up
01-03: Various pump algorithms

S P X X

Pump curve selection

at stopping phase

S P 0 2

00-05

Choice of various pump control algorithms for stopping phase:

0: Voltage ramp down
01-05: Various pump algorithms

Notes:
- Curve 0 (both ST00, SP00):
- Curve 1 (both ST01, SP01):
- Curve 2 (both ST02, SP02):
- Curve 3 (both ST03, SP03):
- Curve 4 (SP04):
- Curve 5 (SP05):
P x x x

Kick start selector

P O F F

z x x x

By-pass selector

z O N

Range

Description

Standard voltage ramp up -starting- and ramp down -soft stopPump Algorithm based on estimated average PF -power factor- , with large sampling period.
Pump Algorithm based on instantaneous PF with short sampling period.
Pump Algorithm based on estimated average PF with short sampling period. Application:
low pressure system/low flow rate change.
Same as Curve 3, but with higher accuracy on PF average estimation. Application: high head
pressure/low flow rate change.
Pump Algorithm based on former ASTAT-CD.
OFF, ON, I3, I4

4-6

Enables or disables the Kick start function.

If Pump control function C is enabled, both Kick start and DC Brake
functions are internally disabled.
This function provides control of an external by-pass contactor,
significantly lowering heating losses and eliminating harmonics.
The programmable relay output 2r is assigned to this function, and
must be used to control the external by-pass contactor.

4. Programming
4-6. Advanced block parameters -ADV4-6-1. Advanced functions
Display

Function

Default

Range

Unit

Description

L K x x

Lock-out

L K 0 5

00-45

min.

Sets time between consecutive starts. Setting "0" disables

this function.

R x x x

E2PROM reading

R O F F

ON, OFF

Loads the parameters from the E2PROM to the temporal

buffer.

Q x x x

Factory settings

Q O F F

ON, OFF

Loads default factory settings to the temporal buffer.

Resave to E2PROM if default settings are desired.

U V x x

Undervoltage

U V 0 0

00-50

u v x x

Undervoltage trip time

u v 2 0

00-99

sec.

The unit trips if the line voltage on Leg L1 decreases below

the percentage set. Setting 0 disables this protection.
NOTE: Perform voltage calibration procedure on page
4-5 before enabling this protection.
Delay trip time.

O V x x

Overvoltage

O V 0 0

00-30

o v x x

Overvoltage trip time

o v 2 0

00-99

sec.

U C x x

Undercurrent

U C 0 0

00-99

u c x x

Undercurrent trip time

u c 2 0

00-99

sec.

O C x x

Overcurrent

O C 0 0

00-50

o c x x

Overcurrent trip time

o c 2 0

00-99

sec.

The unit trips if the current increases above the percentage

set. Setting 0 disables this protection.
NOTE: Perform current calibration procedure on page
4-5 before enabling this protection.
Delay trip time.

2 a x x
2 d x x
2 T x x

Dual Ramp Up
Dual Ramp Down
Dual StartingTorque

2 a 1 5
2 d 2 0
2 T 2 5

01-45
01-60
10-90

%
%
%

These are a secondary set of ramp up, ramp down and

starting torque parameters, which take over the primary "a",
"d" and "T" when the programmable function A is enabled.

The unit trips if the line voltage on Leg L1 increases above

the percentage set. Setting 0 disables this protection.
NOTE: Perform voltage calibration procedure on page
4-5 before enabling this protection.
Delay trip time.
The unit trips if the current decreases below the percentage
set. Setting 0 disables this protection.
NOTE: Perform current calibration procedure on page
4-5 before enabling this protection.
Delay trip time.

4-6-2. Programmable advanced functions

Display

Function

Default

Range

Description

D x x x

Linear ramp

D O F F

OFF, ON, I3, I4

This function provides linear acceleration and deceleration ramps in a

wider range of load conditions using tachogenerator feedback.
A DC Tacho-Generator coupled to motor must be used to provide an
analog signal feedback of 0-5VDC to terminals 7 and 8.

A x x x

Dual motor selector

A O F F

OFF, ON, I3, I4

This function allows dual motor control settings of acceleration,

deceleration and starting torque, and is useful to start or stop a motor
in diferent load conditions.
When this function is enabled, the parameters 2a, 2d and 2T take over
the parameters a, d and T. It allows dual motor control settings.

X x x x

Remote control selector

X O F F

OFF, ON, I3, I4

X P x x

Comunication protocol

X P 0 0

00-02

Allows serial communication control by SG, TD and RD terminals.

Check Appendix section for more details.
Sets serial communications protocol.
0: ASCII 1: Future use
2: Future use

s x x x

Station number

s 0 0 1

001-247

4-7

ASCII protocol allows a maximum of 90 stations only.

4. Programming
4-6-3. Relay output functions
Display

Function

Default

Range

Description

1 r x x

Output relay 1r

1 r 2 5
(RUN)

22-30

This is a programmable relay with one NO / NC dry contact to

ASTAT-IBP Plus terminals 11-12-14.

2 r x x

Output relay 2r

2 r 2 0
(EOR)

20

This is a non-programmable relay with one NO dry contact to

ASTAT-IBP Plus terminals 23-24.
This relay is assigned to by-pass control.

3 r x x

Output relay 3r

3 r 2 2

22-30

This is a programmable relay with one NO dry contact to ASTATIBP Plus's terminals 33-34.

The programmable relays can be set to the functions shown in the following table:
Range

Function

Remarks

20
22
23
24
25
27
28
29
30

EOR
FAULT
Undervoltage
Overvoltage
RUN
Undercurrent
Overcurrent
Disabled
Future use

Detects end of voltage ramp. This function may only be assigned to relay 2rDetects unit Fault status. ON is normal status and switches OFF if a fault occurs
Detects Undervoltage according limit adjusted in function UV
Detects Overvoltage according limit adjusted in function OV
Detects unit RUN status
Detects Undercurrent according limit adjusted in function UC
Detects Overcurrent limits as adjusted in function OC
Disables the relay function

4-7. Application and basic settings

Different applications will require different characteristics and settings for the ASTAT-IBP Plus. The table below lists typical settings for
various applications.

Settings (X X X)
Parameters (1)

Display
Parameter

Nominal motor current

Nxxx

100

Current limit

Lxxx

400

375

400

Initial torque

Txxx

025

030

035

Acceleration ramp time

axxx

015

015

030

Deceleration ramp time

dxxx

020

Kick start time(2)

pxxx

000

Soft stop

Sxxx

OFF

ON

Pump control

Cxxx

OFF

ON

Pump curve starting

STxx

02

02

Pump curve stopping

SPxx

02

02

Kick start

Pxxx

OFF

Overload trip curve(3)

oxxx

ooN2

Service Factor(3)

fxxx

100

Notes:

Factory
Default Compressor

Mill

Fan

030

Machine
Tool

Pump
Control

020

020

015
040

100

ON
ooN2

ooN2

(1) = GBAS Block Parameters unless noted(2)(3)

(2) = Parameter p is disabled while C is ON.
(3) = GCAL Block Parameters

4-8

ooC2

ooC1

ooC1

4. Programming
4-8. Saving parameters to E2PROM

Advance the display to K000 with

the C/V and up arrow button.

Change the parameter to K069 with

the up arrow button.

With K069 displayed, press the

enter button.

Display will show SET momentarily

and then display K ON.

Advance the display to WOFF with

the C/V and up arrow button.

Change parameter to W ON by using

the up arrow button.
With W ON displayed, press the
enter button.
Display the show SET momentarily
and then display WOFF.

4-9

4. Programming
4-9. Lockout
The number of starts per hour that the ASTAT-IBP Plus can initiate is limited and depends on the starting current and the ramp time, as
listed below. The ASTAT-IBP Plus has a lockout feature that is designed to protect the SCRs between starts. This parameter should be
set before operating the ASTAT-IBP Plus. The lockout setting range is 0-45 minutes between starts. After starting a motor, the ASTATIBP Plus goes into lockout mode for the period set for the LKXX parameter. If a consecutive soft start is attempted within the time set for
the LKXX parameter, error code E027 will appear on the display. See Table 7 for the appropriate value to program this parameter.

Note: If soft stop is enabled, the lockout times listed should be increased by 50%.
Note: Si larrt progressif (Soft Stop) a t choisi, les temps de verrouiller hors devraient tre augments de 50%.

Power
Unit
Size
K
L
Y
M
Z
N
P
Q
R
S

Duty
Cycle
Std
Hvy
Std
Hvy
Std
Hvy
Std
Hvy
Std
Hvy
Std
Hvy
Std
Hvy
Std
Hvy
Std
Hvy
Std
Max

Starting
% of
Frame
Rating
Amps
300%
450%
300%
450%
300%
450%
300%
450%
300%
450%
300%
450%
300%
450%
300%
450%
300%
450%
300%

165
248
204
306
240
360
315
473
390
585
468
702
576
864
744
1116
906
1359
1083
1161

30 sec. start
LK time
Starts
between
per
starts,
hour
min.

6
1
1

1
1
6
2
4
1
2

6
2
4

1
1

10
45
45

45

10
30
15
45
30

10
30
15

30

45
45

20 sec. start
LK time
Starts
between
per
starts,
hour
min.

15
8
8

12
8
10
6
8
4
14
4
9

3
3

4
8
5

5
8
6
10
8
15
4
15
6

15

20
20

10 sec. start
LK time
Starts
between
per
starts,
hour
min.

30
20
20
8
20

28
15
20
10
15
10
30
10
24
6
10

6
8

NOTE: If control power is lost, lockout time resets to five minutes.

ATTENTION: Si la puissance de contrle est perdue, le temps du relais de verrouillage se rarme cinq-minutes.

4-10

2
3
3
7
3

3
4
3
6
4
6
2
6
3
10
6

7
7

5 sec. start
LK time
Starts
between
per
starts,
hour
min.

30
30
30
12
30

30
30
30
30
30
20
30
20
30
12
25
6
12
12

2
2
2
5
2

2
2
2
2
2
3
2
3
2
5
3
10
5
5

5. Installation
5-1. Equipment installation
CAUTION! DISCONNECT POWER BEFORE INSTALLING OR SERVICING
ONLY SPECIALIZED PERSONNEL SHOULD INSTALL THE EQUIPMENT AND ONLY
AFTER HAVING READ THIS USER'S GUIDE.
THE USER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY PHYSICAL INJURY OR MATERIAL DAMAGE
RESULTING FROM MISHANDLING THE EQUIPMENT.

5-2. General
Terminal Connections
Use minimum of 75C copper wire only for connections to ASTAT-IBP Plus terminals. The minimum wire size must conform to the 75C
table according to applicable electrical codes. Tighten connections to the torque values given below. Supply conductors should have,
as a minimum, the same cross section as a full voltage starter.
Catalog Numbers
CI2K, QI2L, QI2Y, QI2M, QI2Z, QI2N
QI2P, QI2Q
QI2R, QI2S

Wire Range
#14-#2 AWG
#6 AWG-350 kcmil
#2 AWG-2x250 kcmil (or 1x600 kcmil)

Torque, in-lb
125
275
550

Signal Wiring

Coil Surge Suppression

Signal wiring should be no longer than 18 feet (up to 80 feet when

using shield cable). It must be separated from power wires (line,
motor, commands relays, etc.) by at least four inches and, if they
cross, they should do so at a 90 angle.

Relays and contactors located in the same housing as the equipment

should have an RC suppressor parallel to the coil (or a reverse
diode, if controlled by DC).

10 cm

8 cm

SIGNAL
POWER

CORRECT

AC

INCORRECT

DC

Power Factor Capacitors

Do not install capacitors to correct the power factor between equipment output and motor.

Transformers
If the equipment is fed by a line transformer, its rated power should be at least 1.5 times, but less than 10 times, higher than equipment supply.

Environment
When installing equipment, keep the following points in mind:
- The equipment should be installed vertically and hang over a
platform or bars. The vertical position is essential for proper cool air
circulation.
- Environmental conditions are in accordance with the following
ranges and maximum values:
- Operating temperature: 0C to +55C
- Relative humidity (without condensation): 95%
- Maximum altitude: 3000m
Reduce rating by 1.5% / C from 40C and 1% / 100m from 1000m
- Do not install equipment in environments containing explosive or
flammable gases, or near important heat sources.
- Equipment should be well ventilated, with minimum keeping
clearances as indicated in the illustration.
- When equipment is to be mounted on a platform subject to strong
vibrations, there should be an elastic base to protect the equipment.
- When mounted in an enclosure, the temperature inside the enclosure
must be kept within the range of 0-45C (32-113F).

150mm
50mm

50mm
ASTAT

100mm

5-1

5. Installation
5-3. Branch circuit protection
ASTAT-IBP Plus starters are suitable for use on a circuit capable of delivering not more than the rms symmetrical amperes listed in the
tables below when used with the listed circuit protection.

Note: When ASTAT-IBP Plus reduced-voltage starters are used in conjunction with semiconductor fuses, Type 2 coordination to IEC 947-4
is attained. These fuses are recommended for best overall short-circuit protection. The semiconductor fuses specified in Table below may
provide branch-circuit protection. Refer to applicable local electrical codes.

Note: Lorsque des dmarreurs voltage rduit ASTAT-IBP sont utiliss en conjonction avec des fusibles seni-conducteurs, on obtient une coordination de type 2
selon IEC 947-4. Ces fusibles sont recommands pour une meilleure protection densemble contre les court-circuits. Les fusibles semi-conducteurs spcifis au
tableau 11 peuvent fournir une protection de drivation dun circuit. Veuillez vous refrer aux codes lectriques locaux sy appliquant.

Catalog
Number
QI3KDP
QI3LDP
QI3YDP
QI3MDP
QI3ZDP
QI3NDP
QI3PDP
QI3QDP
QI3RDP
QI3SDP
Notes:

Max. Circuit
Breaker Size

Circuit Breaker
Max. Short Circuit Current
208/240/480V

600V

25kA
25kA
25kA
25kA (1)
25kA (1)
25kA (1)
25kA (1)
25kA (1)
25kA (1)
25kA (1)

10kA
10kA
10kA
10kA
10kA
10kA
10kA
10kA
18kA
18kA

100A
100A
100A
150A
225A
225A
225A
400A
600A
600A

Max.
Class J
Fuse Size
100A
100A
100A
400A
400A
400A
400A
400A
600A
600A

Fuse
Max. Short Circuit
Current
208/230/480/600V
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA

(1) = Starters size M,Z,N,P,Q,R,S have a branch circuit rating of 65kA when used with circuit breakers that are rated 65kA or higher.

Semiconductor Protection
Gould-Shawmut Semiconductor Fuses
Catalog
Number

Std
Duty

208/240/480V
Heavy
Duty

Fuse
Type

Std
Duty

QI3KDP
QI3LDP
QI3YDP
QI3MDP
QI3ZDP
QI3NDP
QI3PDP
QI3QDP
QI3RDP
QI3SDP

125 A
150 A
175 A
225 A
300 A
350 A
400 A
500 A
600 A
700A

175 A

350 A
400 A
450 A
600 A

1000A

A50QS
A50QS
A50QS
A50QS
A50QS
A50QS
A50QS
A50QS
A50QS
A50QS

125 A
150 A
175 A
225 A
300 A
350 A
400 A
500 A
600 A
700A

208/240/480/600V
Heavy
Fuse
Duty
Type
150 A

250 A
400 A
450 A
450 A

800A

5-2

A70QS
A70QS
A70QS
A70QS
A70QS
A70QS
A70QS
A70QS
A70QS
A70QS

Max. Short
Circuit
Current
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA
100kA

5. Installation
5-4. Start-up
- Make sure equipment wiring corresponds
to one of the recommended routing
diagrams or equivalent.

- If the motor has thermal protection sensor, remove the link between
terminals 5 and 6 prior to wiring the sensor.

- Make sure the control wire harness corresponds to the control voltage used.

- Set the Motor/Unit ratio (N)

Nxxx; xxx=

In

x 100

Ir

- Set starting parameters as needed:

L x x x = 450/N
Lxxx =

Im
In

x 100

- Set overload trip curve as needed:

1. Enter the motor nameplate full load amperes: (In)

________
2. Enter the ASTAT-IBP Plus nameplate full load amperes: (Ir)
________
3. Divide Line 1 by Line 2 and multiply by 100. This is your N parameter value.
________
4. Enter the facility or installation maximum allowable amperes:
________
5. Divide Line 4 by Line 1 and multiply by 100. This is your maximum allowable
L parameter value governed by facility limitations.
________
6. Divide 450 by Line 3 and multiply by 100. If the result is greater than 450, enter 450.
This is you maximum allowable L parameter value governed by ASTAT-IBP Plus limitations. __________
7. Enter the value of Line 5 or Line 6, whichever is lower. This is your maximum
allowable L parameter value.
________

Starting torque
Acceleration ramp time
Kickstart
Kickstart time
Current limit
oxxx ;

xx x

T_xx
axxx
P ON/OFF/I3/I4
p x x x (if P enabled)
Lxxx

OFF = disabled (extermal overload relay must be used

C1/C2 =
IEC Class 10 or Class 20
N1/N2/N3 = Nema 10, 20 or 30

N100

Factory setting
T_25
a_15
P OFF
p000
L400
Factory setting
o N2
Factory setting

- Set stopping parameters as needed:

Soft stop
Deceleration ramp time
If you change the default configuration and
wish to keep it, remember to rewrite the
parameters in E2PROM as follows :
(See page 4-9 for details)

Factory setting

S ON/OFF/I3/I4
dxxx

S OFF
d_20

- Set parameter K to ON (ON = 69 +

)
- Set parameter W to ON
- Press
(parameter W is set to OFF automatically)

- Send run command to equipment and make sure that operation is correct.

5-5. Troubleshooting
Symptom or Error & (Error Code)
Display OFF

Equipment does not respond to

STOP / START controls

Possible Cause

Measures to be taken

No control voltage
Main breaker tripped or fuse blown

Check wire harness and control voltage

F1 fuse blown on power supply PCB

Check and change, page 6-12

Bad connection of flat ribbon wire joining

power supply PCB to control PCB

Verify connectors
Check power supply board and logic board
for 5VDC. Use a DC voltmeter on the
power supply board, (-) lead of voltmeter
on the top lead of C6 (located next to the
black heatsink on the right edge of the
power supply board) and the (+) lead of
voltmeter on top lead of Diode AD21 or
R25 (located on the upper right corner of
the power supply board.)

F2 fuse blown on power supply PCB

Check and change, page 6-12

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5. Installation

Symptom or Error & (Error Code)

Frequency error
(admits 45Hz f main 65Hz)

(Ex10)

Overload trip

Possible Cause

Measures to be taken

No 1L1 phase or frequence is out of range

Check 1L1 phase and/or mains frequence

(Ex11)

Excessive load or excessive current during

starting

Verify overload conditions during starting time and

steady state.
Check settings in parameters "Nxxx", "Lxxx", and "oxxx"

Synchronism loss

(Ex13)

Phase 1L1 lost

Check 1L1 phase

Phase A, B, C thyristor

(Ex14)
(Ex15)
(Ex16)

Short circuited thyristor

Check thyristor module

Check ground connections and voltage to ground
Poor ribbon cable connection

No output phases

Check 2T1, 4T2 and 6T3 phases

Heatsink thermostat

(Ex17)

Heatsink thermostat tripped by overheating

or defective

Check for adequate ventilation

Check thermostat and wiring

Motor thermistor

(Ex18)

Motor thermistor tripped by overheating or

defective

Check thermistor and wiring, if no thermistor

terminal 5 and 6 must be jumpered

Phase A, B, C loss

(Ex19)
(Ex20)
(Ex21)

No input / output phases

Check power wire harness for 1L1, 3L2,

5L3, 2T1, 4T2 and 6T3

Defective thyristor or ribbon wire harness

loose or defective

Verify gate and cathode wire

harness. Verify thyristors
Restart equipment and check for an appreciable
loss in motor speed at any time

Stalled rotor

(Ex22)

Equipment detected stalled motor rotor

Internal error

(Ex23)

Micro-controller malfunction

Check IC1 and IC8 are correctly inserted in their sockets.

Check for noise on control voltage power or line

Long start time

(Ex25)

Current limit condition present more than

2 x ta sec. or 240 sec.
(ta = acceleration ramp time)

Increase current limit and / or acceleration

ramp time

Lock-out

(Ex27)

The time between startings is less that the

adjusted in parameter "LKxx"

Check if settings are correct

This protection may be disabled

Undervoltage
Overvoltage

(Ex28)
(Ex29)

The line voltage exceeds of limit set in

parameters "UVxx" or "OVxx"

Check if settings are correct.

This protection may be disabled

Undercurrent
Overcurrent

(Ex30)
(Ex31)

The motor current exceeds of limit set in

parameters "UCxx" or "OCxx"

Check if settings are correct.

This protection may be disabled

5-6. Thyristor check

1L1 (3L2 or 5L3)

Shortcircuit
Use a testing lamp to check the defective power module between input and output phases.
If the lamp goes on, at least one of the thyristors has a short circuit.
With a tester, check the value or the R resistance between input and output of the same phase
(connector B on main PCB must be previously removed).
If R < 50K, at least one of the thyristors is defective.

Testing
lamp
3 to 6V

2T1 (4T2 or 6T3)

Open thyristor

L
S

With the simple assembly shown, the lamp should light when the S switch is closed and remain
lit when open.
If not, the thyristor is defective.

5-4

10 ohms

3 to 6V

6. Appendix
6-1. Application diagrams
Basic diagram with by-pass control and isolation contactor
L1

Control Voltage
110 / 120V AC

L3

Serial Comm.
RS232C

M1 Isolation (if supplied)

Tx Rx Gr

TBA1 TBA2

M1

M2

12 11 14
A1 A2

L2

23 24

33 34

TD RD SG

1 L1 3 L2 5 L3

B1 B2

M2
Bypass

1r
2r
3r
Programmable Relay Outputs
Programmable Inputs
I3
I4

2 57

57

5 6

Start /Stop
(Permanent Command)

V
-

Tacho feedback
Analog Input

Motor Thermistor
Input

2 57

Programmable
Inputs

1 57

2 T1 4 T2 6 T3

7 8 9

M
3~

0-10V
Analog Output

1 57

Start
Stop
(Command by push-buttons)

REMARKS:
(1) The isolation contactor M1, is not required to perform operation to the motor.
Be aware however that M1 provides galvanic isolation from the incoming line increasing the safety.
(2) The output relays allow for direct action on contactors according ratings specified in page 3-2 of this
manual.
(3) By-pass control uses function "zxxx" and on contactor M2. Details given below.
By-pass control.
1. The by-pass function has been enabled by setting "zxxx" to ON. In this case the by-pass is automatically
done after starting. This relay must be used to control the by-pass contactor.

6-1

6. Appendix
6-2. Serial communications
ASTAT-IBP Plus is able to send and receive data through a serial RS232 port. Within this port ASTAT-IBP Plus communicates with a host PC.
For RS232 ASCII Communications, parameter "XP" must be set to 0.

6-2-1. RS232 port, wiring and communications settings

RS232 is an operating standard of communication only in terms of electrical characteristics (voltage, timing, etc.) while the
communication procedures are defined by ASCII.
The maximum allowed RS232 cable length is 3 meters. ASTAT-IBP Plus uses a connector with only 3 pins: TD, RD, SG.
Astat Terminal
TD
RD
SG

Name
Transmit Data
Receive Data
Signal Common

Pin
Computer

TD

RS232 connector

RD

D-SUB9

SG

ASTAT-IBP Plus

RS232 cable

The following table indicates the communications setting used by ASTAT-IBP Plus to perform data communication via its serial port
Name

Setting

Description

Baud Rate
Parity
Data Bits
Start Bits
Stop Bits
Data
Handshaking

9600 bps
None
8
1
2
ASCII
None

Bits per second transmission rate

Data error checking method
Number of data bits in each transmission
Number of bits to indicate beginning of transmission
Number of bits to indicate ending of transmission
Communications protocol used
No need to request to send or clear to send

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6. Appendix
6-2-2. ASCII protocol
To select this communications protocol, XP must be set to 0.
It is possible to operate the ASTAT-IBP Plus from a host using standard ASCII characters. Two functions are available to be able to
READ and WRITE parameters.
Write Parameters to ASTAT-IBP Plus:
To write data into a parameter, the command format is the following:
Request from host :

:ssWxxxyyy

Response from the ASTAT :

:ssWxxxyyy

where : is a char to indicate the command start, ss is the station address, xxx (3 bytes needed) is the parameter number, and yyy
(3 bytes needed) is the value to write into the parameter. The is the return key to indicate the command stop.
NOTE: the parameters modification is not allowed while the motor is operating.

Read Parameters from ASTAT-IBP Plus:

To read a parameter, the command format is the following:
Request from host :
Response from the ASTAT :

:ssRxxx
:ssRxxxyyyyy

where : is a char to indicate the command start, ss is the station address, xxx (3 bytes needed) is the parameter number,
and yyyyy (5 chars response) is the value of the parameter. The
is the return key to indicate the command stop.

Examples:
If we are trying to communicate with station 2:
- to start the unit, the command will be:
:02W060000
- to stop the unit, the command will be:
:02W060001
- to set the acceleration ramp time to 35 sec., the command will be:
:02W005035
- to know which overload curve is selected, the command will be: :02R016 ;
( if, for instance the response is :02R01600004 , this means that the overload curve selected is IEC class 10 ).
The Table shown in 6-2-3 provides a complete reference for the parameters that can be controlled by the serial interface.

6-3

6. Appendix
6-2-3. List of parameters that can be controlled by the serial interface
Parameter
number

Parameter
name

Function

Read/Write
(R/W)

Range

Comments

Status

Soft starter status

R/-

0 - 14

0: ON
1: STOP
2: LOCK
3: Alarm (errors)
4: PULS
5: RAMP
6: FULL
7: Not Used
8: SOFT
9: Not Used
10: FULL (override)
11: Not used
12: Not Used
13: TACH
14: PUMP

R/-

2
3
4
5
6
7
10

N
L
T
a
d
p
S

Motor current
(%In or Amps, depending on UF parameter)
Nominal motor current (%In/Ir)
Current limit (starting) (%Im/In)
Starting torque (% DOL torque)
Acceleration ramp time (sec)
Deceleration ramp time (sec)
Kick start time (msec)
Soft stop control

R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W

40-120
100-450
10-90
1-45
1-60
0-999
0-3

11

Pump control

R/W

0-3

12

Kick start control

R/W

0-3

15
16

LK
o

Lockout (min.)
Overload trip curve

R/W
R/W

0-45
0-5

17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24

W
R
v
1r

internal use
Write EEPROM
Read EEPROM
internal use
Software version
internal use
internal use
Programmable relay 11-12-14

-/W
-/W

1
1

R/-

xxx

R/W

22-30

25
26
27
28
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40

2r
3r
OC
oc
UV
uv
OV
ov
UC
uc
PF
U
V

Relay 23-24
Programmable relay 33-34
Overcurrent (%In)
Overcurrent time (sec)
Undervoltage (%U)
Undervoltage time (sec)
Overvoltage (%U)
Overvoltage time (sec)
Undercurrent (%In)
Undercurrent time (sec)
Power factor (%)
Nominal voltage (volt)
Line voltage (volt) Phase L1

R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/W
R/R/W
R/-

20
22-30
0-50
0-99
0-50
0-99
0-30
0-99
0-99
0-99
00-99
200-600

6-4

0: OFF
1: ON
2: I3
3 : I4
0: OFF
1: ON
2: I3
3: I4
0: OFF
1: ON
2: I3
3: I4
0: OFF
1: N1
2: N2
3: N3
4: C1
5: C2

vxxx

See programmable
relays functions in page 3-6

0: OFF
0: OFF
0: OFF
0: OFF

6. Appendix
Parameter
number

Parameter
name

Function

Read/Write
(R/W)

Range

Comments

41
42

w
X

Power (KW*10)
Local/remote control

R/0-3

0: OFF
1: ON
2: I3
3: I4
0: OFF
1: ON
2: I3
3: I4

43

Linear ramp control

R/W

0-3

46
47
48

2a
2d
A

Secondary acceleration ramp time (sec)

Secondary deceleration ramp time (sec)
Dual ramp selection

R/W
R/W
R/W

1-95
1-60
0-3

49

UF

Unit frame

R/W

0-10

50
51
52
53
54
55
56

E
Q
2T
m
z

Elapsed time (hours)

internal use
Recall factory settings
Secondary starting torque (%DOL torque)
Current calibration
internal use
Bypass function

R/-

57
58
59
60

f
t
RUN/STOP

61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70

0: OFF
1: ON
2: I3
3: I4
0: not defined
1 to 10: K to S frames

-/W
R/W
R/-

1
10-90
00-1300

R/W

0-3

internal use
Service factor (%In)
Voltage calibration
RUN/STOP order

R/W
R/-/W

100-130
00-690

ST

internal use
internal use
internal use
internal use
internal use
internal use
internal use
internal use
internal use
Pump Control selection curve

R/W

0-3

0 : standard voltage ramp

1-3 : Pump algorithms

71
72
73

SP

internal use
internal use
Pump Control selection curve

R/W

0-5

0 : standard voltage ramp

1-5 : Pump algorithms

74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83

XP

internal use
internal use
internal use
internal use
internal use
internal use
internal use
internal use
internal use
Communication protocol

R/W

0-2

0 : ASCII
1 : Future use
2 : Future use

84
85
86
87
88

s
e0xx
e1xx
e2xx
e3xx

Station number for communication

error e0
error e1
error e2
error e3

R/W
R/R/R/R/-

1-247

6-5

0: OFF
1: ON
2: I3
3: I4

0: RUN
1: STOP

xx: error code

xx: error code
xx: error code
xx: error code

6. Appendix
6-3. Dimensions
ASTAT-IBP control unit
2.00

5.50

1.25

123

2.62
7.125
5.812
ASTAT
7.875

2.812

1.625

2.96

6-6

6. Appendix
6-3. Dimensions
ASTAT-IBP open starters with frame sizes K, L and Y

6-7

6. Appendix
6-3. Dimensions
ASTAT-IBP open starters with frame size M

6-8

6. Appendix
6-3. Dimensions
ASTAT-IBP open starters with frame sizes Z and N

6-9

6. Appendix
6-3. Dimensions
ASTAT-IBP open starters with frame sizes P and Q

6-10

6. Appendix
6-3. Dimensions
ASTAT-IBP open starters with frame sizes R and S

6-11

6. Appendix
6-4. P.C.B.s layout

Supply

Control
A
MAIN
TRANSFORMER
C/V

F2

PULSE
TRAFO

F1

PULSE
TRAFO

PULSE
TRAFO

6-12

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