AC Motor Controllers and Drives
Mini AC Drive provides process control.
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Model AF-300 Mini Variable Frequency AC Drive offers variable speed control for AC induction motors. It allows flush side-by-side mounting and includes energy saving mode, simplified dynamic torque vector control, and built-in DB transistor. Drive can be custom-wired to pilot light or programmable logical controller, and will signal alarm when cooling fan or internal DC link capacitor has nearly reached specified wear-hour lifespan.
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New GE AF-300 Mini Drive Saves Energy, Delivers Reliable Power Control
June 23, 2003 - - Plainville, Connecticut - GE Industrial Systems, a division of the General Electric Company (NYSE: GE), announces the launch of the AF-300 Mini Variable Frequency AC Drive, designed for optimum process control. The AF-300 Mini adjustable frequency drive offers variable speed control for AC induction motors in a reliable, space saving package. The ability to control the speed of an AC induction motor allows maximum energy savings when applied to a fan or pump.
The GE AF-300 Mini drive introduces a new set of features not previously offered in other GE micro drives, including:
Energy Saving Mode
Side-by-Side Mounting
Predictive Maintenance Alarm
Simplified Dynamic Torque Vector Control
Built-in DB Transistor
Optional Internal DB Resistor Kit
Compared to most competitors, the AF-300 Mini requires less mounting space. Many competitors require a minimum of an inch on either side for drive mounting--the AF-300 Mini allows flush side-by-side mounting of drives for enhanced flexibility. Another new feature built into the AF-300 Mini design is the predictive maintenance alarm. The alarm can be custom-wired to a pilot light or programmable logical controller and will signal an alarm when the cooling fan or internal DC link capacitor has nearly reached its specified wear-hour lifespan.
Customers using the AF-300 Mini will benefit from the proven reliability and enhanced process control offerings of the new GE product, promoting maximum uptime and trip-free operation.
"The compact AF-300 Mini drive provides control and protection for applications 5 horsepower and below," said Don Davis, product marketing manager, GE Industrial Systems. "It´s a perfect solution for control systems in a broad range of industrial machinery, including material handling, packaging equipment, and fans and pumps."
The new GE AF-300 Mini is available at a competitive price through your GE sales representative, authorized GE Drives distributors, and original equipment manufacturers. For more information, contact us by e-mail at ge-drives@indsys.ge.com or visit us online at www.geindustrial.com.
About GE Industrial Systems
GE Industrial Systems spans the globe as an industry leader in integrated industrial equipment, systems and services. The business brings to customers the latest technological products used to distribute, protect and control electrical power and equipment, and provides innovative product and service solutions for commercial, industrial, residential and utility applications.
