Allen-Bradley X1000-NX163 Size 1 Reversing Starter

Description:

The Allen-Bradley X1000-NX163 Size 1 Reversing Starter is used in industrial motor control systems to provide safe forward and reverse switching of three-phase motors. It is a NEMA-rated magnetic starter assembly designed with electromechanical contactors and interlocking logic to prevent simultaneous forward/reverse operation. Commonly installed in conveyors, hoists, machine tools, pumps, and industrial automation equipment where directional motor control is required. Maintenance teams, OEM manufacturers, and system integrators use this part for replacement of failed reversing starters, panel upgrades, and restoration of motor control functionality in industrial systems.

Applications:

The Allen-Bradley X1000-NX163 is used in industrial electrical motor control applications to reverse motor direction safely using interlocked contactors. It is commonly applied in conveyor systems, lifting equipment, packaging machinery, material handling systems, and automated production equipment where controlled forward and reverse motor operation is required.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation)
• Model / Part number: X1000-NX163
• Product type: Reversing motor starter
• NEMA size: Size 1
• Coil voltage: 120 VAC control coil
• Motor control type: Forward/reverse magnetic starter
• Contact configuration: 3-pole power contacts with mechanical interlock
• Voltage rating: Up to 600 VAC class (industrial motor control rating)
• Current rating: NEMA Size 1 (approx. 27A class)
• Protection: External overload relay required (system dependent)
• Mounting: Panel-mounted enclosed or open starter assembly
• Function: Reverses motor direction by switching phase sequence
• Application environment: Industrial motor control and automation systems

Common Replacements:

• Allen-Bradley 509/505 Series NEMA Size 1 reversing starter assembly
• Siemens 3RT + interlock reversing starter combination (Size 1 equivalent)
• Eaton Cutler-Hammer C25D reversing motor starter (NEMA Size 1 class)