Benshaw Low Voltage Solid State Motor Control Solutions

This brochure from Benshaw introduces the next generation of intelligent low voltage motor control systems, featuring MX2 and MX3 solid state starters. Learn how these advanced controls deliver optimized motor performance, built-in protection, precise metering, and reduced maintenance across a wide range of industrial applications.

Key Points

  • MX2 and MX3 Control Technologies: Benshaw’s proprietary motor control platforms offering soft start, torque ramping, metering, and digital protection.
  • Modular Starter Configurations: Range from open chassis starters to enclosed and combination packages tailored for various duty cycles and environments.
  • Flexible Application Support: Solutions for synchronous motors, wound rotor systems, DC braking, and engineered custom control packages.
  • Easy Installation and Maintenance: Quick Start Menu, integrated diagnostics, and modular designs for streamlined commissioning.
  • Comprehensive Protection Features: Includes ground fault detection, phase loss protection, over/under current monitoring, and real-time diagnostics.
  • Advanced Metering and Communication: Real-time clock, Modbus RTU/RS485, and optional Ethernet/IP and DeviceNet capabilities.
  • Built-in Redundancy and Reliability: Emergency full voltage bypass options available for mission-critical operations.
  • Energy Efficiency: Fan-cooled stacks, Cyclo™ slow speed operation, and energy saver indication help optimize system power usage.