SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC Altistart 48
September 30, 2026

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC Altistart 48

The SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC Altistart 48 is a high-performance soft starter designed for three-phase asynchronous motors, built to comply with IEC industrial electrical and EMC standards. Built for motor torque controlled startup, soft motor deceleration, comprehensive motor protection, this robust industrial unit withstands cabinet temperature changes, dust and mechanical vibration, delivers stable 24/7 continuous operation, and serves as core motor control hardware for pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors and marine auxiliary motor systems.

Description

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC Altistart 48

Product Overview
The SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC Altistart 48 is a high-performance soft starter designed for three-phase asynchronous motors, built to comply with IEC industrial electrical and EMC standards. Built for motor torque controlled startup, soft motor deceleration, comprehensive motor protection, this robust industrial unit withstands cabinet temperature changes, dust and mechanical vibration, delivers stable 24/7 continuous operation, and serves as core motor control hardware for pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors and marine auxiliary motor systems.

Featuring six thyristor power circuit, patented TCS torque control system, local display keypad & multiple industrial communication options. It supports control cabinet mounting, adapting to limited installation space inside motor control centers and power distribution cabinets. The modular assembly allows separate replacement of internal components without full motor system shutdown, greatly reducing equipment downtime for service. Equipped with built-in thermal protection, bypass contactor control & adjustable overload threshold settings, mature hardware structure prevents signal interference and guarantees dependable motor starting performance during continuous duty.

For dependable motor torque controlled startup, soft motor deceleration, comprehensive motor protection, Altistart 48 regulates motor torque during acceleration and stop, reduces mechanical shock and hydraulic surge, and triggers protective alarms or trips when abnormal motor operating conditions are detected. Reliable motor torque controlled startup, soft motor deceleration, comprehensive motor protection, premium industrial-grade electronic components provide excellent long-term operational stability, extending service life in harsh industrial power room working environments. Practical built-in thermal protection, bypass contactor control & adjustable overload threshold settings, maintenance technicians can modify parameters and check fault records via local keypad or PowerSuite software during routine inspection.

During continuous motor torque controlled startup, soft motor deceleration, comprehensive motor protection, this soft starter is fully compatible with PLC, SCADA and standard industrial bus platforms. Stable motor torque controlled startup, soft motor deceleration, comprehensive motor protection, mature Schneider Altistart soft start technology with easy spare parts replacement and convenient after-sales maintenance. Robust built-in thermal protection, bypass contactor control & adjustable overload threshold settings, simplifies motor control panel layout and reduces installation workload for industrial motor retrofitting and power control system overhaul projects.

Technical Specifications Brand: SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC Model: Altistart 48 Product Type: Torque Control Soft Starter for Asynchronous Motor Mounting: Cabinet mounting Power Supply: 208~690V AC, 50/60Hz Communication: Modbus, Profibus DP, DeviceNet optional Function: Torque controlled soft start, soft stop, motor thermal protection, overload/underload monitoring, fault logging, parameter configuration Protection: Vibration resistance, wide operating temperature, EMC anti-interference, locked rotor protection Application Field: Industrial pump, fan, compressor, conveyor, marine auxiliary motor control

Key Features Designed for motor torque controlled startup, soft motor deceleration, comprehensive motor protection, high performance industrial soft starter for three-phase asynchronous motor application. Adopts six thyristor power circuit, patented TCS torque control system, local display keypad & multiple industrial communication options, cabinet installation simplifies layout and reduces wiring work. Equipped with built-in thermal protection, bypass contactor control & adjustable overload threshold settings, mounting adapts limited control cabinet space. Modular structure allows separate component replacement without full motor system shutdown, cutting downtime. Premium rugged industrial electronic components resist mechanical shock and temperature variation, stable performance under variable site conditions and long-hour operation. Spare SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC Altistart 48 soft starter for retrofitting and overhaul of industrial motor control systems.

Application Scope ‑ Motor control unit: soft starter performing motor torque controlled startup, soft motor deceleration, comprehensive motor protection, manages smooth motor acceleration and deceleration and protects motor equipment against electrical and mechanical faults. ‑ Compact cabinet installation: six thyristor power circuit, patented TCS torque control system, local display keypad & multiple industrial communication options, compact enclosure saves motor control cabinet installation space. ‑ Low-maintenance continuous operation: built-in thermal protection, bypass contactor control & adjustable overload threshold settings, component replacement without dismantling the whole soft starter assembly. ‑ Spare-part maintenance: replacement SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC Altistart 48 soft starter for overhaul and hardware renewal of industrial motor control systems.

Package & Delivery Each SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC Altistart 48 soft starter is packed with anti-static wrapping and shockproof export carton for industrial automation spare parts shipment. Complete delivery includes Altistart 48 main unit; installation manual and maintenance guide are provided for reference. Matching control wiring, terminal blocks and communication modules are available as optional spare parts.


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