Description
The Starpoint Bridge DILM150-XS1 is a specialized electrical connection accessory specifically designed for Virtus Equipment and ZERMA America material processing systems. This industrial-grade linking module enables star-delta (wye-delta) motor starting configurations when used with DILM150 series contactors, providing reduced voltage starting for large motors and minimizing electrical system stress during equipment startup in demanding industrial applications.
Technical Specifications:
SKU: 80031077
Part Number: DILM150-XS1 (Manufacturer part 284768)
Type: Starpoint bridge (neutral point connection module)
Compatibility: DILM150 series contactors
Application: Star-delta (wye-delta) motor starting circuits
Current Rating: Matched to DILM150 contactor rating (150A frame size applications)
Configuration: Three-phase starpoint connection
Mounting: Direct mounting between contactor assemblies
Construction: Industrial-grade copper conductors with insulating housing
Standards Compliance: UL, IEC certified for motor control applications
Key Features:
DILM150 Series Compatibility: Specifically designed as linking module for DILM150 size contactors
Starpoint Connection: Creates neutral point connection for star configuration in star-delta starting circuits
Three-Contactor Linking: Electrically connects three contactors for coordinated motor starting control
Reduced Voltage Starting: Enables star-delta starting reducing motor inrush current by approximately 66%
Compact Integration: Space-efficient design mounts directly between contactors
High Current Rating: Suitable for large motor applications requiring DILM150 size contactors
Secure Connection: Robust construction ensures reliable electrical connection under high current loads
Easy Installation: Designed for straightforward mounting between contactor assemblies
Industrial Durability: Engineered for demanding motor starting applications with frequent switching
UL Listed: Part number 284768 meets international electrical safety standards
Applications: Essential motor starting component for granulators, shredders, and material processing equipment used in plastic recycling, manufacturing scrap recovery, and waste processing operations. Critical for implementing star-delta starting on large motors (typically above 15kW/20HP) to reduce starting current, minimize voltage dip on electrical systems, and decrease mechanical stress on driven equipment during startup. Ideal for recycling facilities, injection molding plants, extrusion operations, blow molding facilities, and manufacturing environments with large motor installations requiring soft-start capability. Perfect for applications where main drive motors, large granulator drives, high-power shredders, and heavy-duty processing equipment benefit from reduced voltage starting to prevent electrical system overload, extend motor service life, and minimize mechanical shock during startup transitions. Suitable for electrical systems where full voltage starting would cause excessive voltage drop, trip circuit breakers, or stress connected equipment, providing smooth acceleration with approximately one-third the starting current of direct-on-line motor starting methods.
