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Manual 09/17 MN040031EN PowerXL ™ Variable Frequency Drives Installation Manual L1 L2 (L ) (N ) U V W...
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Danger! Dangerous electrical voltage! Before commencing the installation • Disconnect the power supply of the device. • Wherever faults in the automation system may cause damage to persons or property, external measures must • Ensure that devices cannot be accidentally retriggered. be implemented to ensure a safe operating state in the •...
A separate manual – MN040034EN (“Parameter Manual”) – explains how to configure the parameters for theDB1 series variable frequency drives and provides application examples. This manual is available on the Eaton website at: http://www.eaton.de/EN/EatonDE/ProdukteundLoesungen/Electrical/ Kundensupport/DownloadCenter/index.htm → Customer support → Download Center –...
0.2 List of revisions The following significant amendments have been introduced since previous issues: Publication Page Keyword modified deleted date 09/17 First edition – – – DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
→ All the specifications in this manual refer to the hardware and software versions documented in it. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
0.3 Documents with additional information → More information on the devices described here can be found on theInternet under: www.eaton.eu/powerxl as well as in EATON Download Center: http://www.eaton.de/EN/EatonDE/ProdukteundLoesungen/Electrical/ Kundensupport/DownloadCenter/index.htm In the Quick Search box, enter the document name (“MN040031”, for example).
In addition, the comprehensive accessories available increase the inverters’ flexibility in all scopes of application. L1 L2 (L ) (N ) U V W Figure 1: DB1 variable frequency drive, FS1 frame size DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
U V W ③ Figure 2: System overview a DB1 variable frequency drive b Mains choke DX-LN…, Motor choke DX-LM3-… c DX-COM-STICK2 communication module and accessories (e.g., DX-CBL-… connection cable) d DE-KEY-… keypad (external) DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
The packaging must contain the following parts: • 10 x DB1 series variable frequency drive • An Instruction Leaflet IL040044ZU 10 x Figure 3: Package content DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
1.4.1 Rated data on the nameplate The device-specific rated data of the DB1 variable frequency drive is listed on the nameplate of the device. L1 L2 (L ) (N ) U V W Figure 4: Nameplate location DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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Manufacturing date: 2016/7/25 Max. Amb. 60 °C Maximum permissible ambient air temperature (60 °C) Variable frequency drives are electrical equipment. Read the manual (in this case MN040031EN) before making any electrical connections and commissioning. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
Fixing holes c Connection terminals in power section (motor feeder) d EMC screw e Control signal terminals f Protective earth conductor connector g Connection terminals for the relay contact h Communication interface (RJ45) DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
60 °C. Cooling must be designed accordingly during project planning (→ section 3.3.2, “Cooling measures”, page 43). The lower the ambient temperature, the more favorable the cooling ratios. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
1000 m, during operation. Derating forinstallation altitude Permissible altitude Derate without with derating derating 1000 m up to 2000 m 1 % per 100 m above 1000 m DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
→ Always observe the technical data and connection conditions! For additional information, refer to the equipment rating plate of the variable frequency drive and in the documentation. Any other usage constitutes improper use. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
To prevent damage to the variable frequency drive’s internal DC link volt- age capacitors, it is not recommended to store the variable frequency drive for more than 12 months (→ section 1.12, “Charging the internal DC link capacitors”). DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
Information concerning the guarantee can be found in the General Terms and Conditions (GTC) of Eaton Industries GmbH. Break-Down Service Please contact your local office: http://www.eaton.eu/aftersales Hotline After Sales Service +49 (0) 180 5 223822 (de, en) AfterSalesEGBonn@eaton.com DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
All applicable laws and local standards must be complied with when planning and carrying out the installation. Not following the recommendations pro- vided may result in problems what will not be covered by the warranty. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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(Temperature, motor speed) g Load system: Driven system equipment (process, speed, torque) ⑥ ϑ ⑦ M, n Figure 10: Magnet system example (overall system as its own system or as part of a larger system) DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
EMC Directive and the Low Voltage Directive. Good grounding measures are a prerequisite for the effective use of further measures such as shielding or filtering. Without respective grounding measures, further steps are superfluous. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
→ For the rated mains contactors for DB1 variable frequency drives, please refer to → section 2.5, “Mains chokes”, page 32. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
→ section 5.2, “Specific rated data”, page 77 provides the leakage currents for the individual models. → → section 3.4, “EMC installation”, page 46 goes over the EMC requirements for the motor cables. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
The fuses will protect the supply cable in the event of a short-circuit, limit any damage to the variable frequency drive, and prevent damage to upstream devices in the event of a short-circuit in the variable frequency drive. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
For UL-compliant installation and during operation, the mains side switching devices must allow for a 1.25 times higher input current. → For the rated mains contactors for DB1 variable frequency drives, please refer to → section 5.6, “Mains contactors”, page 84. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
(U ) to approximately 96 % of the mains voltage U → For the rated mains contactors for DB1 variable frequency drives, please refer to → section 5.7, “Mains chokes”, page 86. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
In the case of power drive systems (PDS) with variable frequency drives, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) mea- sures must already be taken into account during the engineering stage, as making changes during assembly and installation and retroactively fixing things will be more expensive. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
EN 60204. Eaton T0…/MSB/…, P1…/MSB/…, and P3…/MSB/… enclosed switch-dis- connectors are designed for local installation with an IP65 degree of protec- tion.
(in order to ensure that the motor will be protected). • When running tests or commissioning a system with significantly lower motor outputs, the motor’s rated current must be adjusted using para- meter P-08 (“Motor Nom Current”). DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
Mains voltage: 1~ 230 V; Output voltage: 3~ 230 V → DB1-124D3… Motor connection as per as per variable frequency drive U1 (-U2) T1 (-T4) V1 (-V2) T2 (-T5) W1 (-W2) T3 (-T6) DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
The control response for BLDC motors is to a large extent the same as that for a shunt DC motor. BLDC motors are primarily used in drive systems for machine tools, servo drives in conveyor systems, and compressors and metering pumps. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
Set the value for P-60 to 4 (“SyncRel motor speed control”). • Set P-61 to 1 (“Motor Identification”). Automatic auto-tuning to determine the motor parameter during downtime. • P-62 (“MSC Gain”): Adjust the gain factor for the speed controller. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
Temperature monitors in the motor windings (thermistor, Thermo-Click) must not be connected directly to the variable frequency drive, but instead must be connected through a relay approved for the Ex area (e.g. EMT6). DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
Environments with mechanical vibration and impact loads that go beyond the requirements in EN 61800-5-1. • Areas in which the variable frequency drive takes care of safety func- tions that must guarantee machine and personnel protection. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
DB1 4 kHz 95 °C 8 kHz 90 °C 12 kHz 85 °C 16 kHz 80 °C 24 kHz 75 °C 32 kHz 70 °C DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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During installation, it is important to ensure that the cooling air can circulate adequately and that there are no “hotspots”. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
First fit the screws at the specified positions, mount the variable frequency drive, and then fully tighten all screws. Table 6: Installation dimensions, screws, tightening torques Frame size Screw Tightening torque Number Size lb-in 3.74 3.90 M4x20 17.7 DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
Ground all conductive components and housings in a drive sys- tem using as short a line as possible with the greatest possible cross-section (Cu-braid). WARNING In a home environment this product can cause high-frequency interference, which may require remedial action. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
Figure 16: Cable routing → Never lay control orsignal cables in the same duct as power ② cables ① Analogue signal cables (measured values, setpoints, and correc- tion values) must be routed inside shielded conduits. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
(beam, ceiling joist), an earth electrode in the ground, or a mains earth bus. The earth points must meet the requirements set forth by the applicable national and local industrial safety regulations and/or regulations for electrical systems. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
(depending on the EMC environment). → Control and signal lines (analogue, digital) should always be grounded on one end, in the immediate vicinity of the supply voltage source (PES). DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
Cable Routing: Do not route power cables and control cables parallel to each other in a single cable duct. If they need to be routed in parallel, they should be in separate metal cable ducts (in order to meet EMC-requirements). DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
(5) minutes after the supply voltage has been switched off (DC link voltage capacitor discharging time). Pay attention to hazard warnings! → Complete the following steps with the specified tools and with- out using force. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
The number and the arrangement of the connection terminals used depend on the variable frequency drive’s size and model. ATTENTION The variable frequency drive must always be connected with ground potential via a grounding conductor (PE). DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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Screened, four-wire cable is recommended for the motor cables. The green- yellow conductor in these cables must be used to connect the motor’s and variable frequency drive’s PE terminals, minimizing the loads on the cable screen (high equalizing currents). DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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(PES) in such a way that electrical contact is established across a large sur- face area. Free or non-shielded connection cables should not be any longer than about 300 mm (max. 500 mm). DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
When using more than one control voltage, we recommend using separate cables. Example: 24 V DC at control signal terminals 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8 and 110 V AC or 230 V AC at the relay contact. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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• Analog: 0 - +10 V, maximum 20 mA switchable using parameter P-25 Reference potential 0 V = connection terminal 7 – Modbus+ Modbus- Relay output (RO1) Potential-free N/O contact 250 V/6A AC1 30 V/5A DC1 DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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0 - f (P-01) The control cables should be screened and twisted for the external connec- tion. The screening is applied on one side in the proximity of the variable frequency drive (PES). DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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We recommend connecting the loads connected to the relay contact as follows: 250 V ∼: ≦ 6 A 30 V ⎓: ≦ 5 A Varistor RC filter Diode Figure 26: Connection examples with suppressor circuit DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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DA1, DC1, DE1 variable frequency drives” • MN040019: “CANopen – Communication manual for DA1, DC1, DE11 variable frequency drives” → DB1 variable frequency drives have no internal bus termination resistor. Use EASY-NT-R if necessary. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
Thermistors and temperature switches must be PTC-based (PTC characteris- tics; positive temperature coefficient). These are triggered at a resistance value of approx. 2.5 kΩ - 3 kΩ, and a reset is triggered at approx. 1.9 kΩ - 1 kΩ. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
3 AC 230 V Figure 29: Block diagram DB1-12… Variable frequency drive with single-phase mains connection and three-phase motor connection ① FS2-size devices make it possible to connect braking resistors (DC+, BR). DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
3 AC 400/460 V Figure 30: Block diagram DB1-34… Variable frequency drive with three-phase mains connection and three-phase- motor connection ① FS2-size devices make it possible to connect braking resistors (DC+, BR). DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
The measurement voltage must at least match the Motor Nom Voltage but must not exceed 1000 V. The insulation resistance must be greater than 1 MΩ. → Consider the notes from the motor manufacturer in testing the insulation resistance. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
( → manual MN040034EN). The effective direction of a coupled machine will allow the motor to start. All emergency shutdown functions and safety functions are in an appropriate condition. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
DANGER Following a shutdown (fault, mains voltage off), the motor can start automatically (when the supply voltage is switched back on) if the automatic restart function has been enabled (→ parameter P-31). DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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If motors are to be operated with frequencies higher than the standard 50 or 60 Hz, then these operating ranges must be approved by the motor manufacturer. The motors could be damaged otherwise. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
(L1/L, L2/N, L3), the switching power supply unit will generate the control voltage in the DC link voltage. At this point, the variable frequency drive will be ready for operation (correct operating status) and in Stop mode. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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This will cause the motor to coast to a stop – see below. ① +24 V STOP P-07 = 50 Hz ① P-03 = 5 s Figure 31: Start-Stop command with maximum setpoint value voltage, acceleration ramp 5 s DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
Fast transient burst (EFT/B, EN 61000-4-4: 2004) ±1, at 5 kHz, control signal terminal ±2, at 5 kHz, motor connection terminals, Single-phase mains connection terminals ±2, at 5 kHz, three-phase mains connection terminals DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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Maximum short-circuit current (supply voltage) SCCR Mains switch-on frequency Maximum of one time every 30 seconds Mains network configuration (AC supply system) TN and TT network with directly earthed neutral point Inrush current < I DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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20 - 100% of torque load range) Response time (enable IGBT) <10 DC braking Time before start 0 - 25, in the event of a stop Motor pick-up control function (for catching spinning all frame sizes motors) DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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Accuracy < 1 to the end value Interface (RJ45) OP bus, Modbus RTU, CANopen, RS485 Response time (after valid command) < 8 (Modbus, CANopen) < 8 (OP bus: Master slave, 60 ms cycle) DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
0.52 W @ 200 V 0.52 W @ 200 V (device not enabled) 0.45 W @ 220 V 0.45 W @ 220 V 0.43 W @ 240 V 0.43 W @ 240 V Frame size DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
10 / 25 @ 8 kHz during no-load state, 4.57 W @ 400 V 4.57 W @ 400 V (device not enabled) 5.64 W @ 480 V 5.64 W @ 480 V Frame size DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
5 Technical Data 5.5 Fuses 5.5 Fuses The Eaton circuit-breakers and fuseslisted below are examples and can be used without additional measures. If you use other circuit-breakers and/ orfuses, ensure that you take their protection characteristics and operating voltage into account. When using other circuit-breakers, it may be necessary to also use fuses depending on the circuit-breaker’s model, design, and set-...
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400 V AC, three-phase / U 400 V AC, three-phase ① ② ③ ④ DB1-342D2… FAZ-B6/3 PKM0-6.3 6D27 LPJ-6SP DB1-344D1… FAZ-B10/3 PKM0-10 10D27 LPJ-10SP 1) Maximum short-circuit current of the supply voltage: 100 kA RMS DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
ATTENTION The inching operation is not permissible via the mains contactor (Pause time ≧ 30 s between switching off and on). P1DILEM DILEM P1DILEM Figure 33: Mains contactor at single-phase connection (DB1-12…) DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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Voltage class 400 V Mains voltage (50/60 Hz) U 380 (-10 %) - 480 (+10 %) V 400 V AC, three-phase / U 400 V AC, three-phase DB1-342D2… DILEM-… DILEM-… DB1-344D1… DILEM-… DILEM-… DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
Voltage class 230 V Mains voltage (50/60 Hz) U 200 (-10 %) - 240 (+10 %) V 230 V AC, single-phase / U 230 V AC, three-phase DB1-122D3… DX-LN1-006 DX-LN1-006 DB1-124D3… DX-LN1-009 DX-LN1-009 DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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Voltage class 400 V Mains voltage (50/60 Hz) U 380 (-10 %) - 480 (+10 %) V 400 V AC, three-phase / U 400 V AC, three-phase DB1-342D2… DX-LN3-004 DX-LN3-004 DB1-344D1… DX-LN3-006 DX-LN3-006 DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
≤ 12 kHz (effective) → DB1 variable frequency drive setting: ≤ 24 kHz in parameter P-17 (double modulation) For more information and technical data on DX-LM3… motor chokes, please refer to Instruction Leaflet IL00906003Z. DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
RJ45, 8-pin, splitter, 1 socket, 1 plug, integrated termination IL040026ZU resistor for CANopen and Modbus drivesConnect PC parameter configuration software for variable frequency MN040003 drive with integrated oscilloscope function AP = Application Note MN = Manual IL = Instruction Leaflet DB1 Variable Frequency Drives 09/17 MN040031EN www.eaton.com...
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