{"product_id":"150-f780nba-allen-bradley-bulletin-150-smc-flex-smart-motor-controller","title":"150-F780NBA Allen-Bradley Bulletin 150 SMC Flex Smart Motor Controller","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAllen-Bradley 150-F780NBA\u003c\/strong\u003e serves as the primary \u003cstrong\u003e150-F780\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid-State Soft Starter utilized to execute reduced-voltage induction motor acceleration and current limiting across standard 3-phase industrial power distribution platforms. The unit manages continuous line currents up to 780 A across main input line voltages spanning 200 to 480 VAC. Through internal micro-controller SCR phase firing, the controller regulates voltage ramping to control starting torque transients and minimize line voltage drops during motor startup sequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOption Structure \u0026amp; Catalog Nomenclature\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 architecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e780\u003c\/strong\u003e: Denotes the 780 A nominal operational current rating for standard inline load wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eN\u003c\/strong\u003e: Standard Open Enclosure IP00 construction designed for electrical cabinet assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e: Operating main input line voltage specification of 200...480 VAC, 3-Phase, 50\/60 Hz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA\u003c\/strong\u003e: Control power circuit operating voltage specification rated at 230...240 VAC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard\u003c\/strong\u003e: Base controller configuration without optional hardware option cards installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Performance Parameters\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-F780NBA\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 Logic Board)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRated Continuous Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e780 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorsepower Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600 HP (200 HP @ 460 VAC rating variant)\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\u003eEnclosure Style\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\u003eCommunication Architecture \u0026amp; Backplane Data Synchronization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controller establishes seamless data links with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix programmable automation controllers via optional DPI interface modules. Operating over EtherNet\/IP deterministic networks, the controller cyclically transmits critical system telemetry including phase current averages, thermal capacity values, and operational status flags. Firmware flash compatibility ensures synchronized firing algorithms across solid-state power modules, maintaining continuous phase voltage balance and preventing backplane communication latencies during motor start-stop cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping Package \u0026amp; Component List\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Allen-Bradley 150-F780NBA SMC Flex Soft Starter Unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Set of Main Power Terminal Protective Covers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Printed Panel Cutout Template and Mounting Sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Hardcopy Quick Start Technical Instruction Manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCabinet Installation \u0026amp; Wiring Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChassis Orientation Rules\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the chassis vertically on an unpainted conductive metal panel located inside an IP54-rated industrial cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain a vertical clearance of at least 150 mm both above and below the soft starter frame to permit natural convective heat transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrounding and Signal Isolation\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute main 3-phase line and motor load cables in separate grounded metallic conduits away from low-voltage control circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the primary protective earth grounding terminal directly to the enclosure ground bus using a low-impedance copper strap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat control voltage range is needed to operate the 150-F780NBA control board?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe control circuit requires a dedicated single-phase AC control voltage source rated at 230...240 VAC at 50\/60 Hz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat enclosure rating does the standard 150-F780NBA chassis provide?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unit is manufactured as an Open Enclosure IP00 device and must be installed inside a protective enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow does the unit lower internal power dissipation during full-speed motor operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternal bypass contactors engage automatically after reaching full operating voltage, bypassing the power SCRs to minimize heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan the unit's operating firmware be updated while installed in the panel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, firmware flash compatibility allows field updates using DPI interface options connected to network diagnostic tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes the controller feature embedded motor thermal overload protection?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, electronic motor overload protection algorithms are programmed into the controller board to prevent motor overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow are fault logic conditions reset after a protective trip occurs?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFaults are cleared by sending a reset signal via terminal wiring, toggling control voltage power, or via network command.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is the maximum ambient operating temperature for continuous full load current?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soft starter operates at full continuous current capacity in ambient room temperatures between 0 and +50 deg C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow are high-voltage power cables separated from low-voltage signal wiring?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower and control cables must be routed in isolated wire ducts with cross-overs occurring strictly at 90-degree angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Allen-Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46066395381933,"sku":"150-F780NBA","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/150-F6_2-3_2ae91001-96db-449b-a8bc-d43cf8c6e107.jpg?v=1786074196","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/150-f780nba-allen-bradley-bulletin-150-smc-flex-smart-motor-controller","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}