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News Release from: Rockwell Automation | Subject: Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 25 March 2004
AC drives move up to higher powers
The popular Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700 range of AC drives has been extended to 690V, making it ideal for high-power applications requiring precise, reliable and cost effective motor control.
The popular Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700 range of AC drives has been extended to 690V, making it ideal for high-power applications requiring precise, reliable and cost effective motor control Now rated from 0.37 to 132kW and 230 to 690V, the high performance drives are perfectly suited for the more demanding processes such as those in the paper and forestry industries, or when the amount of current needed by the drive needs to be reduced
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 4 Sep 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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PowerFlex drives are typically smaller than other comparable products and can be configured for either volts-per-hertz, sensorless vector control or vector control with force technology.
Ideal for applications that require accurate open-loop speed regulation, the easy-to-use Allen-Bradley variable speed drives are designed to control three-phase induction motors in applications with requirements ranging from simple speed control to the most demanding torque control - including fans, pumps, conveyors, mixers, crushers, centrifuges, stamping presses and extruders.
Pull apart control terminal blocks simplify installation, while Zero stacking and side mounting options allow users to tightly pack drives inside a panel - the space saving design helping to improve heat dissipation and preventing damage to the equipment.
To simplify programming the PowerFlex 700 includes an LCD human interface module (HIM) with multiline and multilingual display for unrestricted access and control.
Its advanced networking capability simplifies integration into a process using Rockwell Automation's NetLinx communication options, including DeviceNet, ControlNet and Ethernet I/P networks.
Onboard PC software tools include DriveExplorer, DriveTools and RSLogix 5000 for easy programming, configuration, monitoring and troubleshooting.
By extending the PowerFlex range, Rockwell Automation has made the power and precision provided by Allen-Bradley drives available to new industries and applications.
The extension to the range provides increased flexibility with all the benefits of advanced programming, accessories and configuration. Request a free brochure from Rockwell Automation ...
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