About the DC2-78U
The DC2-78U is a 1-2HP Motor Controller originally produced and sold by Reliance Electric.
The DC2-78U is a Basic Plus Process Control controller that has a 115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1-phase, and 12.5 A rated input. It also has a 90/180 VDC 10 A rated output. It has a DC field rating of 50/100 VDC and 2 A and a 10 kA short circuit rating. It can achieve a maximum load capacity of 150% for 1 minute. This model has the ability to control the speed and dynamic braking of the motor it is attached to. It has forward, off, and reverse direction controls. It also has a feature that helps to minimize the possibility of a plug reversing the motor. It is 9.625” tall, 5” wide, and 5.5” thick.
The DC2-78U is protected by a NEMA 12 enclosure. NEMA 12 type enclosures are meant to be used in indoor locations. They can protect a device from falling dirt, dust, lint and fibers, dripping water, and condensation. This controller should still be kept away from corrosive and combustible materials. This model of the controller features operator controls. On the front panel of the DC2-78U, there is a speed control dial and a start/stop switch. On the bottom of the controller, there are two pipes that protect wiring that can go to and from the controller. There is also a heatsink on the back and brackets that help to attach this controller to its mounting surface.
For more information about the DC2-78U, please refer to the Reliance instruction manual: D2-3231-4.
