Electric Motor Controls
Electronic motor control is vital for modern pump systems, enhancing efficiency and reliability by managing motor speed, torque, and direction. Utilizing variable frequency drives (VFDs) and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) helps optimize energy consumption, reduce mechanical wear, and improve system protection across various applications, including industrial processes, water treatment, and HVAC systems.
How does a variable frequency drive (VFD) work in pump control?
A variable frequency drive (VFD) controls a pump by adjusting the motor's speed and torque to match what's needed. It takes the incoming AC power, converts it to DC, and then back to AC at the right frequency and voltage. By changing the frequency, the VFD can adjust the motor speed, and by controlling the voltage, it keeps the torque just right. This precise control helps improve energy efficiency, reduces wear and tear on the system, and keeps everything running smoothly.
How does programmable logic controllers (PLCs) play in pump motor control?
Programmable logic controllers (PLCs) are key to pump motor control because they automate and monitor the system. They can start and stop the pump, adjust the motor speed, and respond to different inputs and conditions. PLCs also detect faults, schedule operations, and optimize processes to ensure everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Their ability to handle complex control tasks makes them essential for keeping pump systems reliable and efficient.
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VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$12,340.38$13,596.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$8,116.19$8,942.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$8,968.47$9,881.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$12,503.76$13,776.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$13,053.79$14,382.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$14,123.91$15,561.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$4,525.53$4,986.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$5,648.29$6,223.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$7,925.58$8,732.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$10,311.79$11,361.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$12,340.38$13,596.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® AutomationDrive EZ FC 321 is a modular drive that's especially
easy to configure, features a broad power range, and is designed
to comply with all modern automation application requirements.
VLT® AutomationDrive EZ FC 321 is available in USA and Canada only.
$1,768.10$1,948.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
MCD 600 Finger guards for 0144B-0579B
$515.54$568.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
10 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$846.84$933.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
20 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,002.04$1,104.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
25 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,051.06$1,158.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
30 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,205.36$1,328.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
40 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,331.52$1,467.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
50 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,410.48$1,554.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
60 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,676.43$1,847.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
75 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,919.68$2,115.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
100 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP00
$2,406.17$2,651.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
125 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP00
$2,961.66$3,263.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
10 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$846.84$933.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$12,340.38$13,596.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$8,116.19$8,942.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$8,968.47$9,881.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$12,503.76$13,776.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$13,053.79$14,382.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$14,123.91$15,561.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$4,525.53$4,986.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$5,648.29$6,223.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$7,925.58$8,732.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$10,311.79$11,361.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is a total motor starting solution.
Current transformers measure motor current and provide feedback for
controlled motor ramp profiles.
Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) automatically employs the best
starting and stopping profile for the application.
Emergency mode and Pump clean function are standard features.
The optional remote control panel adds more functionality, such as
the Start/Stop buttons, and quick jump buttons to menu options.
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is available in three enclosure sizes: S1,
S2 and S3
S1: IP20 with built-in bypass contactor (20–129 A)
S2: IP00 either with built-in bypass or non-bypass (144 –579 A).
S3: IP00 with built-in bypass, non-bypass or external bypass
(590–1250 A)
To achieve protection rating IP20 on connections, order the Finger
Guard Kit as an accessory.
$12,340.38$13,596.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
VLT® AutomationDrive EZ FC 321 is a modular drive that's especially
easy to configure, features a broad power range, and is designed
to comply with all modern automation application requirements.
VLT® AutomationDrive EZ FC 321 is available in USA and Canada only.
$1,768.10$1,948.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
MCD 600 Finger guards for 0144B-0579B
$515.54$568.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
10 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$846.84$933.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
20 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,002.04$1,104.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
25 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,051.06$1,158.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
30 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,205.36$1,328.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
40 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,331.52$1,467.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
50 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,410.48$1,554.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
60 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,676.43$1,847.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
75 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$1,919.68$2,115.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
100 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP00
$2,406.17$2,651.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
125 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP00
$2,961.66$3,263.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times
10 hp @ 200-440 V,3 Phase,IP20
$846.84$933.00
Should ship between 01 Nov and 04 Nov
Subject to factory lead times