Repair
Repair Price: $ 564.00
Purchase
CSL Part Number: 7161
Product Overview: The Boston Gear Ratiotrol VEL50CM is a 0.5 horsepower DC motor speed controller operating on 115V AC input. It regulates DC motor speed through SCR-based control circuitry and accepts modular option cards for additional functionality such as tachometer feedback, remote control, or process integration. Commonly used in conveyors, packaging machinery, and material handling equipment requiring variable speed control, it provides adjustable torque and speed regulation for fractional horsepower DC motors in industrial automation applications.
Category: DC Motor Controls
Manufacturer: Boston Gear
Manufacturer Synonyms: Altra Industrial Motion
Manufacturer Part Number: VEL50CM (XXXX)
Common Failures
This product commonly experiences issues with no power output. These issues are typically related to components within the device.
Repair Approach
Repairs often involve replacing quick connect insulated terminals and conducting preventative replacement of various capacitors. When performing repairs, missing screws may also be replaced to secure components.
Testing & Quality
After repairs, the product undergoes testing, including a burn-in test with a motor. Testing confirms repair quality, though some limitations, such as the inability to test tach feedback, are noted. A thorough co-check is included.
Service and repair your broken Boston Gear part
We can repair your Boston Gear model VEL50CM (XXXX) in our facility. Let our skilled technicians get your Boston Gear back in operation quickly.
Step 1 - Click the green 'Repair Now' button above to add the part and then complete the RMA.
Step 2 - The RMA form will be sent to you via email. Print the RMA form and put it in a box with the item(s) for repair.
Step 3 - Ship or mail the box to the address listed on the RMA.
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