Inverter Drive Apply & Explain
Welcome to the Apply & Explain section. This section explains the building blocks
used in Drive applications and breaks them down to understandable areas. This is so that
you can make the most informed decisions on how to apply the products to best advantage.
Sizing Dynamic Brake Resistors
Enter the Minimum Brake Resistor Ohms required by the inverter. Leave the Watts entry blank (or enter a value if you prefer
to reduce the options). The calculator will list the best combinations of resistors and connection arrangements...
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Emergency Stop Circuits and Safety
All rotating machines represent a potential hazard. Before applying motor control
equipment, you will need to be familiar with the legal and safety requirements for
stopping the machine. A good explanation of the legal position and emergency stop
relays/contactors is shown on
this site.
Emergency Stop relays suitable for most applications are available from Siemens,
LPC and other specialist manufacturers/distributors.
Using Inverter Drives at Home : Guidance Notes
Industrial Inverters can be used in the home and are often seen fitted to Myford and other metal Lathes, Wood Lathes,
Drill stands, small Industrial machine tools and many other pieces of equipment...
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