Published: 22 October 2008
Category: Q&A
Our Voltimum Experts answer your questions on a daily basis in our Technical Expertise area. This one, concerning whether an electric motor upgrade is needed under certain cirumstances, is answered by ABB:
Question: Do I need to upgrade a motor when changing from direct-on-line (DOL) to using soft starter?
Answer: There is no need to upgrade the motor as a soft starter will cause less wear and friction to the motor than using a DOL.
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https://www.voltimum.co.uk/consult.php?universe=consult.index.questions