Commander C Flexibility for countless applications AC drives, general purpose

Excellence in motor control Commander C 0.25 kW to 132 kW (0.33 hp to 200 hp) Linear V to F, Square V to F, Dynamic V to F, Set Point V to F, Stator Resistance Compensation, RFC-A (enhanced open-loop performance) Commander C combines efficiency and reliability to offer optimum performance for a wide range of applications. With 9 frame sizes, it covers powers from 0.25 to 132 kW / 0.33 to 200 hp. Essential features are built in, including PLC capabilities for simple programming needs, dual STO safety function (C300 variants only), braking transistor and PID control. 5-year warranty as standard*...

The ultimate all-in-one drive Key benefits Adaptable to your application Whether you have a single application or a variety of different ones, Commander C fits right in. With all essential features built-in, it's ready to go right out of the box. Integrated functional safety The Dual Safe Torque Off (STO) feature, certified to the highest level of machine safety, SIL3/PLe, and compliant to EN/IEC 61800-5-2, prevents the motor from moving unexpectedly, protecting both equipment and operators. On-board PLC The generous 30kB user space allows for add-on programmable functions, more elaborate I/O...

Case Study: Giving back to nature at Singapore botanical gardens Success Electric Pte Ltd

Save energy Established in 2012, Success Electric Pte Ltd specialises in manufacturing low-voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies for diverse market sectors in Singapore and numerous global projects. The company’s electrical power distribution solutions range from main switch boards (MSB) to distribution boards (DB). It also provides motor control and automation panels for air conditioning & mechanical ventilation (ACMV) systems, plumbing & sanitary, fire pump, refuse chute, and machinery control systems. The Challenge Singapore Botanic Gardens is the first and only tropical botanic garden...

Case study: Simplifying system design at Schulthess Schulthess Maschinen AG Schulthess is the leading Swiss supplier of washing equipment. Ever since its inception in 1845, durability and performance have been at the core of the solutions designed and built by the company. The Schulthess laundry equipment is easy to operate, economical to use and boasts excellent process Nreliability. Each machine has been tested for 30,000 cycles – equivalent to a lifetime of 20 years. The company is constantly investing in research and development, which has helped to secure only the highest grade materials...

Commander C Drives with built-in Laundry features The Challenge As they've embarked on a new product development, the Schulthess team has been on the lookout for an inverter drive supplier that can meet their demands for quality and performance, while also offering a technological advantage and satisfying the regulatory requirements. Inverter drives are crucial components in the design of the laundry solution as proprietary inverter drive technology provides smooth, reliable power for better wash and extraction, reduces energy and water consumption and improves the customer experience.al benefits...

At the heart of general purpose applications worldwide Conveyors • Reliable speed control with fieldbus communications • S-ramp acceleration / deceleration profiling provides smooth speed transitions minimizing machine jerk • Overload capacity up to 180% for rapid acceleration or load changes • Built-in STO function ensures operator safety by preventing the motor from moving unexpectedly Access Control • Smooth motion with enhanced open loop control • Compact physical size allows the drive to be mounted easily in small control cabinets • Highly reliable in harsh environments, providing long lasting...

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Key Features Easy motor pairing and performance control V/Hz by default for easy set-up Enhanced open loop Rotor Flux Control • Slip compensation • Closed current loop for greater stability • Multi-motor control • Auto tuning (stationary and rotating) • Auto tune (stationary and rotating) Robust and reliable design Energy saving • PCBs conformal coated for resilience to harsh environments • Dynamic V/Hz - improves efficiency by reducing motor losses during low demand • Patented air flow system cools and protects components • 98% efficient - only 2% of energy is lost during the conversion process...

Flexible connectivity The SI Interface on Commander C enables integration with a wide range of industry standard fieldbuses to allow remote control and diagnostics across different networks. Additionally, the AI-485 Adaptor option permits connection to RS485 networks using Modbus RTU.

Intuitive software Intuitive commissioning software Advanced machine control For fast task based commissioning and easy maintenance, Connect offers a familiar Windows™ interface and intuitive graphical tools to enhance data analysis. For more advanced applications, Machine Control Studio provides a flexible and intuitive environment for programming. This is possible thanks to the onboard PLC that increases the drives functionality at no extra cost. The dynamic drive logic diagrams allow the visualisation and control of the drive in real time. The parameter browser enables viewing, editing and...

Virtual demo tool The Commander C Virtual Demo Tool provides a safe and accessible first experience with Commander C variable speed drives and allows you to get familiar with its keypad and menu structure. This digital replica of a Commander C drive, motor and control allows you to use the virtual keypad to set-up the drive parameters for commissioning just like in a real situation. Once the key parameters have been set, the drive can be enabled and the motor shaft will spin. To see just how easy it is to set-up the drive, visit: www.controltechniques.com/vitual-demo-tool Drive Enable Analog...