Air Compressor Motor Starting Methods Compared

The starting method protects the motor and the electrical supply, and the best choice depends on machine size and site power.

Direct-On-Line Starting

Simple and low cost, but the high starting current can stress small supplies and large motors.

Star-Delta Starting

This method reduces starting current for larger motors by starting in star and switching to delta.

Soft Start and VSD

Soft starters and variable speed drives provide smooth, low-current starts with the best control.

Contact us to choose the right starting method for your compressor.