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Compact Drives

PowerFlex® Compact-class AC drives deliver a simple and cost-effective solution for standalone machine level control applications or simple system integration. Designed for ease of use, this general-purpose class of drives provides a compact package to optimize panel space and application versatility.
PowerFlex 523
PowerFlex® 523 AC Drives are cost-effective and ideal for standalone machines. These drives provide an innovative, modular design that supports fast and easy installation and configuration. In addition, they offer USB programming, application-specific configuration, and flexible mounting options. PowerFlex 523 AC drives offer a power rating of 0.2...22 kW (0.25...30 Hp) with global voltage classes of 100...600V. They support a wide range of motor control, offer a compact footprint, and operate at temperatures as high as 70 °C (158 °F).

Features
  • Modular design features an innovative, removable control module that allows simultaneous wiring, installation and software configuration
  • Offers a wide range of motor control, including volts per hertz, sensorless vector control, and sensorless vector control with Economizer mode
  • Supports low-cost networking through an integrated RS485/DSI port
  • Lets you upload and download configuration files quickly and easily through a USB connection
  • Integral LCD human interface module (HIM) supports multiple languages and features descriptive QuickView™ scrolling text
  • Helps you reduce energy costs with Economizer mode and energy monitoring features
  • IP20 NEMA/UL Type Open, IP30 NEMA/UL Type 1 (with optional kit), DIN rail (frames A,B and C)
  • Helps simplify configuration through parameter groups in the AppView™ for applications like conveyors, mixers, pumps and fans
  • CustomView™ configuration helps speed machine commissioning with your own defined group of parameters
  • Drives operate in ambient temperature range of -20…50°C (-4…122°F), or as high as 70°C (158°F) with current derating when using a control module fan kit
  • Offers side-by-side mounting with 50mm (1.96 in) air-flow gap at the top and bottom of the drive
PowerFlex 525 AC Drives
PowerFlex® 525 AC Drives feature an innovative, modular design to support fast and easy installation and configuration. This next generation of compact drives offers embedded EtherNet/IP™ communications, USB programming, and standard safety features. PowerFlex 525 drives, which offer a power rating of 0.4...22 kW (0.5...30 Hp) with global voltage classes of 100...600V, provide a variety of motor control and flexible mounting options. PowerFlex 525 AC drives operate at temperatures as high as 70 °C (158 °F), and they are ideal for applications such as conveyors, fans, pumps, and mixers.

Features
  • Modular design features an innovative, removable control core that allows simultaneous installation and configuration
  • Offers a wide range of motor control, including volts per hertz, sensorless vector control, and closed loop velocity vector control
  • Embedded EtherNet/IP™ supports seamless integration into the Logix environment and EtherNet/IP networks
  • Supports faster drive configuration using a standard USB interface
  • Dynamic LCD human interface module (HIM) supports multiple languages and features descriptive QuickView™ scrolling text
  • Helps you reduce energy costs with Economizer mode, energy monitoring features
  • Lets you save custom configurations in the CustomView™ tool