Buy and Sell New & Used Soft Starters and Motor Starters

American Industrial Supply Co. brings buyers and sellers together through a marketplace for new and used industrial equipment. Browse Soft Starters & Motor Starters by type, brand, and application to compare available options for your operation. The selection includes equipment from recognized manufacturers such as Allen-Bradley and ALLEN BRADLEY. Clear product details can help buyers identify a suitable match, while sellers can reach businesses looking for motor-control equipment.

What Soft Starters and Motor Starters Do

Soft starters limit the voltage supplied to an electric motor during startup, helping reduce inrush current and mechanical stress from abrupt acceleration. Motor starters control the starting and stopping of motors and may be paired with overload protection as part of a coordinated motor-control system. These devices are used in applications such as pumps, fans, conveyors, compressors, and other machinery that relies on three-phase motors. When choosing a unit, consider motor voltage, full-load current, horsepower, duty cycle, enclosure, and the demands of the driven equipment.

Factors That Affect Equipment Cost

The cost of new and used Soft Starters & Motor Starters can vary based on brand, model, power rating, voltage, features, condition, and availability. Advanced controls, communications options, and higher-capacity ratings may also affect pricing. Comparing specifications and equipment condition can help buyers assess options for a particular budget and motor-control requirement.

A Brief History of Motor Starting

Early motor-starting methods relied largely on electromechanical devices, including contactors and reduced-voltage arrangements, to manage motor operation. As industrial controls advanced, solid-state electronics made soft starting possible by gradually increasing voltage to a motor during startup. Today, conventional motor starters and electronic soft starters remain useful choices, with selection depending on the application’s starting demands, control needs, and equipment configuration.

Brands within Soft Starters & Motor Starters