The controls offer output ratings of 9 to 900 amps on 3- to 700-hp motors. Soft-start motion produces less stress on mechanical parts and optimizes energy.
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Baldor Electric Company: Digital motor controls
Soft Start digital controls from Baldor (Fort Smith, AR) allow operators to set up applications by defining operating parameters via a 32-character keypad.
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