The Schneider Electric Altistart 22 Soft Starter — ATS22C21Q is an industrial electronic soft starter designed for smooth start and stop control of three‑phase asynchronous motors. It limits motor inrush current and reduces mechanical stress during start‑up, helping to improve reliability and extend equipment life. This soft starter includes an integrated bypass contactor to reduce heat dissipation once the motor reaches running speed. It is suitable for pumps, fans, screw compressors, material‑handling equipment, and other industrial machinery. Compatibility with SoMove configuration software enables easy parameter transfer and setup.
Technical Parameters
Parameter Specification
Product Name Schneider Electric Altistart 22 Soft Starter
Model ATS22C21Q
Device Type Electronic Soft Starter
Series Altistart 22
Motor Type Three‑phase asynchronous motors
Rated Supply Voltage (Ue) 230…440 V AC (‑15 % / +10 %)
Rated Operational Current (Ie) 210 A at 40 °C
Factory Setting Current 195 A
Starter Rating (IcL) 210 A for connection in motor supply line
Power Dissipation ~117 W (standard application)
Utilisation Category AC‑53A
Control Type Torque‑controlled start (current limited to ~3.5× In)
Internal Bypass Yes
Supply Frequency 50 / 60 Hz
Control Supply Voltage 230 V AC (control circuit)
Discrete Inputs Typically 3 logic inputs
Discrete Outputs Relay outputs (run, alarm, trip, stopped, etc.)
Degree of Protection IP00
Installation Type Panel mounting with heatsink
Rated Motor Power (AC‑3) ~55 kW @ 230 V; ~110 kW @ 400–440 V (supply line)
Rated Motor Power (Delta) ~90 kW @ 230 V; ~160 kW @ 400–440 V (motor delta connection)
Operating Temperature –10…40 °C (without derating)
Standards Compliance EN/IEC 60947‑4‑2
Weight ~33 kg
Dimensions (H×W×D) ~425 × 206 × 299 mm
Typical Applications Pumps, fans, compressors, material‑handling equipment