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    • Soft Starters

    Soft starters reduce inrush current and mechanical stress during motor startup by gradually ramping voltage. They are used on pumps, fans, compressors, and process equipment to improve equipment life and reduce electrical demand charges. Kent Electrical Supply carries compact and heavy-duty soft starters from Schneider Altistart, Siemens SIRIUS, and Eaton DS7 series.

    Common Applications

    • Pumps (reducing water hammer)

    • Fans and blowers

    • Compressors

    • Material handling equipment

    • Conveyor systems

    AEO-Friendly FAQs

    Q: When should I use a soft starter instead of a VFD?
    A: Choose a soft starter when you only need controlled starting. VFDs are used when variable speed is required.

    Q: Do soft starters reduce energy consumption?
    A: They reduce mechanical stress and peak demand but do not vary motor speed during normal operation.

    • Benshaw EMX4i-0064B-V5-C1-H soft starter
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      sku: EMX4i-0064B-V5-C1-H

      EMX4i-0064B-V5-C1-H

      Benshaw EMX4i-0064B-V5-C1-H next generation soft starter with built-in bypass and motor overload rated for 15 H.P. @ 230 volt and 40 H.P. @ 460 volt standard duty and runs at 52 maximum AMPS. The EM4Xi series comes complete with 3 starting and 2 stopping...

      MSRP: $1,977.00
      $1,146.66
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    • Benshaw EMX4i-0397B-V5-C1-H soft starter
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      EMX4i-0397B-V5-C1-H

      Benshaw EMX4i-0397B-V5-C1-H next generation soft starter with built-in bypass and motor overload rated for 100 H.P. @ 230 volt and 200 H.P. @ 460 volt standard duty and runs at 261 maximum AMPS. The EM4Xi series comes complete with 3 starting and 2...

      MSRP: $6,531.00
      $3,787.98
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    • Benshaw EMX4i-0410B-V5-C1-H soft starter
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      EMX4i-0410B-V5-C1-H

      Benshaw EMX4i-0410B-V5-C1-H next generation soft starter with built-in bypass and motor overload rated for 150 H.P. @ 230 volt and 300 H.P. @ 460 volt standard duty and runs at 377 maximum AMPS. The EM4Xi series comes complete with 3 starting and 2...

      MSRP: $7,582.00
      $4,397.56
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    • Benshaw EMX4i-0580B-V5-C1-H soft starter
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      sku: EMX4i-0580B-V5-C1-H

      EMX4i-0580B-V5-C1-H

      Benshaw EMX4i-0580B-V5-C1-H next generation soft starter with built-in bypass and motor overload rated for 200 H.P. @ 230 volt and 400 H.P. @ 460 volt standard duty and runs at 477 maximum AMPS. The EM4Xi series comes complete with 3 starting and 2...

      MSRP: $8,261.00
      $4,791.38
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    • Benshaw EMX4i-0229B-V5-C1-H soft starter
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      EMX4i-0229B-V5-C1-H

      Benshaw EMX4i-0229B-V5-C1-H next generation soft starter with built-in bypass and motor overload rated for 60 H.P. @ 230 volt and 125 H.P. @ 460 volt standard duty and runs at 156 maximum AMPS. The EM4Xi series comes complete with 3 starting and 2...

      MSRP: $3,935.00
      $2,282.30
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    • Benshaw EMX4i-0250B-V5-C1-H soft starter
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      sku: EMX4i-0250B-V5-C1-H

      EMX4i-0250B-V5-C1-H

      Benshaw EMX4i-0250B-V5-C1-H next generation soft starter with built-in bypass and motor overload rated for 75 H.P. @ 230 volt and 150 H.P. @ 460 volt standard duty and runs at 195 maximum AMPS. The EM4Xi series comes complete with 3 starting and 2...

      MSRP: $5,260.00
      $3,050.80
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    • Benshaw MX4PB-SD-075-4-4-CBST soft starter
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      sku: MX4PB-SD-075-4-4-CBST

      MX4PB-SD-075-4-4-CBST

      Benshaw MX4PB-SD-075-4-4-CBST soft starter rated at 75 H.P. @ 480 volts with integral bypass and combination circuit breaker disconnect.  This next generation starter features Benshaw's proprietary EMX4i technology that provides the industries...

      MSRP: $5,657.00
      $3,281.06
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    • Benshaw CSXi-075-V6-C1 soft starter
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      sku: CSXi-075-V6-C1

      CSXi-075-V6-C1

      Benshaw CSXi-075-V6-C1 soft starter with built-in bypass and motor overload rated for 50 H.P. @ 230 volt and 100 H.P. @ 460 volt standard duty and runs at 140 maximum AMPS. The CSXi series offers optional remote operators along with communication...

      MSRP: $2,686.00
      $1,557.88
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    • Benshaw EMX4i-0352B-V5-C1-H soft starter
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      EMX4i-0352B-V5-C1-H

      Benshaw EMX4i-0352B-V5-C1-H next generation soft starter with built-in bypass and motor overload rated for 150 H.P. @ 460 volt standard duty and runs at 240 maximum AMPS. The EM4Xi series comes complete with 3 starting and 2 stopping modes, DC brake and...

      MSRP: $5,874.00
      $3,406.92
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    • Benshaw EMX4e-0115B-V5-C1-H soft starter
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      sku: EMX4e-0115B-V5-C1-H

      EMX4e-0115B-V5-C1-H

      Benshaw EMX4e-0115B-V5-C1-H next generation soft starter with built-in bypass and motor overload rated for 30 H.P. @ 230 volt and 60 H.P. @ 460 volt standard duty and runs at 81 maximum AMPS. The EM4Xe series comes complete with 3 starting and 2 stopping...

      MSRP: $2,309.00
      $1,339.22
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    • Benshaw EMX4i-0135B-V5-C1-H soft starter
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      sku: EMX4i-0135B-V5-C1-H

      EMX4i-0135B-V5-C1-H

      Benshaw EMX4i-0135B-V5-C1-H next generation soft starter with built-in bypass and motor overload rated for 30 H.P. @ 230 volt and 75 H.P. @ 460 volt standard duty and runs at 99 maximum AMPS. The EM4Xi series comes complete with 3 starting and 2 stopping...

      MSRP: $3,093.00
      $1,793.94
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    • Benshaw EMX4i-0550B-V5-C1-H soft starter
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      EMX4i-0550B-V5-C1-H

      Benshaw EMX4i-0550B-V5-C1-H next generation soft starter with built-in bypass and motor overload rated for 150 H.P. @ 230 volt and 350 H.P. @ 460 volt standard duty and runs at 414 maximum AMPS. The EM4Xi series comes complete with 3 starting and 2...

      MSRP: $7,934.00
      $4,601.72
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