GE offers 3 lines of ASTAT solid state reduced voltage starters. The ASTAT SD is a line of compact, high performance three phase starters, available to 25hp @ 460v. The SD is a full functional soft starter with complete starting/stopping control and fault diagnostics. The ASTAT IBP Plus is a line of bypass solid state starters featuring a fully rated bypass contactor. These starters are rated up to 300HP @ 460v. The design is completely wired allowing quick, simple installation into either new or exisxting installations as a replacement for traditional starters. Bypass contactors are a must for enclosed installations where free air movement is not possible. The ASTAT CD Plus is the most full featured starter in the ASTAT lineup. Parameters include soft start voltage ramp, kick-start, current limiting, an energy saving feature, thermistor input, soft stop, pump control, DC injection breaking, communications, jog/slow speed and tachometer feedback.
