{"product_id":"allen-bradley-150-f43nbrb-smart-motor-controller-bulletin-150-smc-flex","title":"Allen-Bradley 150-F43NBRB Smart Motor Controller Bulletin 150 SMC Flex","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for three-phase induction motor acceleration and pump hydraulic control in industrial distribution networks, the \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 150-F43NBRB\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003e150-F43NBRB\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid-State Soft Starter) provides direct physical\/electrical execution. It handles a continuous operational current rating of 43 A across line voltages spanning 200 to 480 VAC. The integrated micro-controller regulates voltage ramps to eliminate mechanical shock on drivetrain assemblies and prevent fluid hammer effects during motor startup and shutdown sequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Suffix Engineering Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e150-F\u003c\/strong\u003e: Identifies the Bulletin 150 SMC Flex solid-state motor controller product line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e43\u003c\/strong\u003e: Represents the 43 A nominal current rating for standard inline load configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eN\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designates an Open Enclosure IP00 unit intended for panel integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e: Denotes an operating voltage range of 200...480 VAC, 3-Phase, at 50\/60 Hz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eR\u003c\/strong\u003e: Indicates a control voltage rating of 230...240 VAC (50\/60 Hz).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e: Specifies factory integration of the dedicated Pump Control option module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCore Electrical \u0026amp; Physical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150-F43NBRB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllen-Bradley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.06 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.8 x 24 x 21.8 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to +50 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 W (Control Electronics)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Operational Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Line Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200...480 VAC, 3-Phase, 50\/60 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230...240 VAC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInline Motor Rating @ 400V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 kW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen (IP00)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEtherNet\/IP \u0026amp; Deterministic Backplane Execution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controller interfaces directly with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix architectures via optional DPI communication modules. Fieldbus integration enables deterministic network polling over EtherNet\/IP platforms, ensuring rapid instruction execution and real-time power telemetry feedback. The internal control bus uses high-speed firmware flash compatibility routines to synchronize firing pulses across internal silicon-controlled rectifiers (SCRs), mitigating harmonic distortion and network voltage sags during initial high-torque starting phases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents \u0026amp; Ordering Info\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Allen-Bradley 150-F43NBRB SMC Flex Controller Unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Factory-installed Pump Control Option Board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Protective Terminal Shield Cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Printed Mounting and Safety Instruction Sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhysical Installation \u0026amp; Enclosure Mounting Rules\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the unit vertically on a flat, rigid vertical surface within an IP54 or higher rated protective enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain a minimum clearance of 150 mm above and below the chassis to enable unobstructed convective heat dissipation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute control logic wire harnesses separately from main 3-phase power line cables to eliminate inductive noise coupling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the earth grounding lug directly to the central panel ground bus bar using a low-impedance conductor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat input control voltage range does the 150-F43NBRB require?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe control terminal block requires a dedicated 230...240 VAC single-phase power supply at 50\/60 Hz for internal logic and gate drive circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow does the integrated pump control feature function?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt applies specialized deceleration algorithms to control starting and stopping ramp times, preventing fluid surge and water hammer in piping networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan this soft starter be connected in an inside-delta configuration?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the controller supports both standard inline wiring setups and inside-delta configurations for increased power handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIs the enclosure suitable for direct outdoor exposure?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this unit features an Open IP00 frame design and must be housed within a suitable protective industrial enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat primary protection features are embedded in the controller?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes electronic motor overload protection, SCR short circuit detection, phase unbalance monitoring, and over-temperature limits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes the unit require an external bypass contactor?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the SMC Flex includes internal power bypass contacts that close after full voltage output is reached to lower thermal losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is the maximum operating ambient temperature for full rating?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controller operates at its full rated output current in ambient temperatures ranging from 0 up to 50 deg C without derating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow are fault conditions cleared on this soft starter?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFaults are cleared by toggling the physical reset terminal input, cycling control power, or issuing a software reset via network communication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46066388435117,"sku":"150-F43NBRB","price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/150-F6_3-2_e7e8e7fe-0704-4df4-9b2b-fdf8bf4725c2.jpg?v=1786074553","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/ga\/products\/allen-bradley-150-f43nbrb-smart-motor-controller-bulletin-150-smc-flex","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}