Lainate, May 2020 - Carlo Gavazzi Automation, the international electronics group with activities in the design, manufacture and marketing of electronic equipment, today presents its new scroll compressor soft starter.

The RSBS is a compact soft starter for single phase compressors with operational current up to 32 AAC. It is a known fact that single phase voltage networks are prone to voltage fluctuations. When starting a single phase compressor, the inrush current can be as high as 5 to 6 times the compressor rated current. These high starting currents can create annoying disturbances including light flickering, tripping of fuses, stalling of generators.

The RSBS uses a current limiting algorithm to reduce the compressor starting current by more than 50%, when compared to a direct on line (DOL) start. The control algorithm automatically detects when the compressor reaches full speed to make sure that the internal bypass relay switches ON when the current is at an optimum level. A special function ensures that the compressor gets enough starting torque even when the starting pressures are not equalised.

“By using the new RSBS soft starter we can avoid high starting currents on compressors, that could cause several disturbances and adverse effects to adjacent equipment and may also cause annoyances to the occupants of the building,” Jason Demicoli, International Product Manager, says. “This launch will give us the opportunity to strengthen Carlo Gavazzi’s role in the HVAC market, particularly heat pumps.”

Developed by our competence centre in Malta, the RSBS generation 3 of soft starters encompasses a number of new design features to sustain the harsh conditions present in single phase installations within the HVAC & Refrigeration market.

Main technical features
• Current limit algorithm to minimise compressor start current
• HP function to start even with unequalised pressures
• Integrated monitoring functions to protect compressor
• Voltage dips and interruptions detection
• Wide operational temperature range
• Rated for 10 starts per hour
• IP20 enclosure
• Alarm relay output (changeover)
• Improved design for longer lifetime
• DIN rail or panel mount

ABOUT CARLO GAVAZZI AUTOMATION
Carlo Gavazzi Automation is an international electronics group with activities in the design, manufacture and marketing of electronic equipment targeted at the global markets of industrial and building automation. Carlo Gavazzi Automation provides customers with technologically innovative, high quality and competitive solutions, in compliance with their requirements and expectations through its 22 National Sales Companies in Europe, the Americas and Asia & Pacific, operating with its production sites in Denmark, Italy, Malta, Lithuania and China.

For further information:
Carlo Gavazzi Automation SpA - Via Milano 13 – 20020 Lainate (MI) - Italy Marketing & Communication - info@gavazziautomation.com - www.gavazziautomation.com

Steinhausen, March 27^th, 2020

Carlo Gavazzi Automation, Business Unit of the Swiss automation group Carlo Gavazzi, is monitoring the global development of Covid-19 daily.

In this evolving situation, Carlo Gavazzi Automation companies and functions in Europe, the Americas, and Asia & Pacific, are operating in accordance with the regulations issued by local governments to contain the spread of Covid-19.

The safety and health of all Carlo Gavazzi Automation employees, stakeholders - suppliers, customers, and partners – and global communities is our highest priority and we will continue to adapt our response to the evolution of the pandemic.

Carlo Gavazzi Automation remains operational around the world and is committed to maintaining its business continuity, to fully support its customers’ businesses.

We are leveraging our global footprint of manufacturing and warehouse facilities to ensure the best possible service, support, and supply of our products and services around the world.

Should you have any questions for your current and future needs, please contact your local Carlo Gavazzi office in your country.

ABOUT CARLO GAVAZZI AUTOMATION
Carlo Gavazzi Automation is an international electronics group with activities in the design, manufacture and marketing of electronic equipment targeted at the global markets of industrial and building automation. Carlo Gavazzi Automation provides customers with technologically innovative, high quality and competitive solutions, in compliance with their requirements and expectations through its 22 National Sales Companies in Europe, the Americas and Asia & Pacific, operating with its production sites in Denmark, Italy, Malta, Lithuania and China.

For further information:
Carlo Gavazzi Automation SpA - Via Milano 13 – 20020 Lainate (MI) - Italy Marketing & Communication - info@gavazziautomation.com - www.gavazziautomation.com