Abstract: A remotely configurable motor controller system comprises a motor controller and a remote configuration device. The motor controller includes solid state switches for connection between an AC line and motor terminals for controlling application of AC power to the motor and a control circuit for controlling operation of the solid state switches. The control circuit comprises a programmed processor for commanding operation of the solid state switches and a memory connected to the programmed processor storing configuration information relating to operation of the solid state switches. A wireless communication interface is operatively connected to the programmed processor.

Abstract: A configurable motor controller includes solid state switches for connection between an AC line and motor terminals for controlling application of AC power to the motor. A control circuit controls operation of the solid state switches. The control circuit comprises a programmed processor for commanding operation of the solid state switches. A memory is connected to the programmed processor storing configuration information relating to operation of the solid state switches. A user configuration device selects the values for the stored configuration information. The configuration information comprises adjustable values within a range. The configuration device is adapted to select any adjustable value within the range.

Abstract: A motor controller comprises a plurality of solid state switches each for connection between an AC line and a motor winding terminal for controlling application of AC power to the motor. A plurality of voltage sensors, each associated with one of the solid state switches, sense voltage for an associated motor winding. A control circuit controls operation of the solid state switches. The control circuit adjusts firing to one of the solid state switches if the sensed voltage for the associated winding varies from a threshold voltage by a select amount.

Abstract: A motor controller system comprises solid state switches for connection between an AC line and motor terminals for controlling application of AC power to the motor. A user input elements selects a current imbalance parameter. Current sensors sense current in each winding of the motor. A control circuit controls operation of the solid state switches. The control circuit compares the sensed currents with the selected imbalance parameter to determine if a fault condition exists.

Abstract: A motor controller system comprises solid state switches for connection between an AC line and motor terminals for controlling application of AC power to the motor. A sensor senses AC line voltage. A control circuit controls operation of the solid state switches. The control circuit ramps switch current during a start mode and selectively holds switch current during the start mode if sensed voltage drops below a threshold amount.

Abstract: A motor controller for a motor operated by an AC line voltage includes solid-state switches connectable between an AC line and a motor terminal for controlling application of AC line voltage to the motor. A current sensor senses motor current. A control circuit is connected to the switches and the current sensor for varying relative duration of on time and off time during each cycle of line voltage to control motor voltage. The control circuit determines on time during each cycle of line voltage and compensates sensed motor current responsive to the sensed on time.

Abstract: A motor controller for a motor operated by an AC line voltage includes solid-state switches connectable between an AC line and a motor terminal for controlling application of AC line voltage to the motor. A current sensor senses motor current. A control circuit is connected to the switches and the current sensor for varying relative duration of on time and off time during each cycle of line voltage to control motor voltage. The control circuit determines on time during each cycle of line voltage and compensates sensed motor current responsive to the sensed on time.

Abstract: A self-powered multiple phase circuit protection device including a plurality of current transformers connected in parallel with each other and associated with one phase of a multiple phase load for providing signals representative of the current flowing in an associated phase. A first switch can be actuated to interrupt power to the multiple phase load, and a fault determining circuit is connected to the circuit transformers and to the first switch for actuating the switch during at least one predetermined condition of the current signals. A second switch can be automatically actuated to reconnect power to the multiple phase load. The fault determining circuit has a timer for delaying the actuation of the first switch, and a warning signal can be issued prior to actuation of the first switch so that the user can take corrective action.

Abstract: A self-powered multiple phase circuit protection device including a plurality of current transformers connected in parallel with each other and associated with one phase of a multiple phase load for providing signals representative of the current flowing in an associated phase. A first switch can be actuated to interrupt power to the multiple phase load, and a fault determining circuit is connected to the circuit transformers and to the first switch for actuating the switch during at least one predetermined condition of the current signals. A second switch can be automatically actuated to reconnect power to the multiple phase load. The fault determining circuit has a timer for delaying the actuation of the first switch, and a warning signal can be issued prior to actuation of the first switch so that the user can take corrective action.

Abstract: Problems with inaccuracies in selecting the relay trip current in an overload relay are eliminated in an overload relay employing a custom potentiometer having a resistance that varies at multiple rates to set the trip current value. The dial markings on the trip current adjustment dial are sufficiently spaced to allow for a more precise selection of the relay trip current at the higher ampere settings of the relay.

Abstract: A self-powered multiple phase circuit protection device including a plurality of current transformers connected in parallel with each other and associated with one phase of a multiple phase load for providing signals representative of the current flowing in an associated phase. A switch can be actuated to interrupt power to the multiple phase load, and a fault determining circuit is connected to the circuit transformers and to the switch for actuating the switch during at least one predetermined condition of the current signals. The fault determining circuit has digital pulse extender circuitry for converting the current signals into DC signals, and a digital timer for delaying actuation of the switch.

Abstract: A self-powered multiple phase cirucit protection device including a plurality of current transformers (16, 18, 20) connected and parallel with each other and adapted to be individually associated with one phase (10, 12, 14) of a multiple phase load and for providing signals I.sub.a I.sub.b, I.sub.c representing the current flowing in an associated phase. A switch (62) is adapted to be actuated to interrupt power to the multiple phase load and a fault determining circuit (45) is connected to the circuit transformers (16, 18, 20) and to the switch (62) for actuating the switch (62) for at least one predetermined condition of the current signals I.sub.a, I.sub.b, I.sub.c. A power supply (34) is provided for the fault determining circuit (45) and has an input connected to all of the current sensors and an electrical clamp (36) is connected to the power supply input.