Selecting a Motor
IMPORTANT: When selecting the motor, do not
exceed the maximum output current rating of the
VFD68 drive.
Required Motor Specifications
Motors used with the VFD68 drive must:
•
be AC induction three-phase motors that are UL
Recognized and CSA Certified, or equivalent
•
be rated for:
•
230 VAC, 50/60 Hz
•
460 VAC, 50/60 Hz
•
575 VAC, 60 Hz
•
have an Inverter Rating (460 VAC motors)
•
have Insulation Class F or better
The VFD68 drive is intended for use with variable
speed motors that are rated for 40:1 operation.
Multiple Motors
IMPORTANT:
Do not control both single-phase
and three-phase motors with the same VFD68 drive.
Table 4: VFD68 Drive Model Information
Voltage
B
–
200
240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
C
–
400
480 VAC, 50/60 Hz
D
575 VAC, 50 Hz
F
G
H
J
K
L
M
N
P
IMPORTANT:
Frequently starting and stopping the VFD shortens the lifespan of the VFD68 drive. In
applications where the drive will start or stop frequently, select a VFD which has an output current rating that is
1.5 to 2 times greater than the FLA current rating of the three-phase motor.
kW (Horsepower)
0.1 (1/8)
0.2 (1/4)
0.4 (1/2)
0.75 (1)
1.5 (2)
2.2 (3)
3.7 (5)
5.5 (7-1/2)
7.5 (10)
11 (15)
15 (20)
VFD68 Variable Frequency Drives Product Bulletin
A VFD68 drive can control multiple motors wired in
parallel; however, the sum of the Full Load Amperes
(FLA) ratings for the motors must not exceed the
maximum output current rating of the VFD68 drive,
including any de-rating due to altitude. Refer to the
VFD68 Variable Frequency Drive Technical Bulletin
(Part No. 24-7664-3051) for de-rating information.
If three-phase power is not available as supply power
for the VFD68 drive, refer to the VFD68 Variable
Frequency Drive Technical Bulletin
(Part No. 24-7664-3051).
Ordering Information
Use Figure 4 and Table 4 to select the desired model of
VFD68 Drive. For example, a VFD68BGG would be
rated for 230 VAC ±10% and 2 horsepower. See
Table 5 through Table 7 for available production
models.
VFD68
Voltage
Kilowatts
(Horsepower)
Figure 4: VFD68 Drive Model
.
Dimensions, H x W x D, mm (in.)
128 x 68 x 81 (5 x 2-11/16 x 3-3/16)
128 x 68 x 113 (5 x 2-11/16 x 4-7/16)
128 x 68 x 133 (5 x 2-11/16 x 5-1/4)
128 x 108 x 130 (5 x 4-1/4 x 5-1/8)
128 x 108 x 136 (5 x 4-1/4 x 5-5/16)
128 x 108 x 156 (5 x 4-1/4 x 6-1/8)
128 x 108 x 166 (5 x 4-1/4 x 6-1/2)
128 x 170 x 142 (5 x 6-11/16 x 5-5/8)
150 x 220 x 155 (5-15/16 x 8-11/16 x 6-1/8)
150 x 140 x 136 (5-15/16 x 5-1/2 x 5-5/16)
150 x 220 x 148 (5-15/16 x 8-11/16 x 5-13/16)
260 x 220 x 190 (10-1/4 x 8-11/16 x 7-1/2)
- 2C
Dimensions
H x W x D
5
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