Baldor Variable Frequency Drives - Several common applications that require speed control are conveyors, large pumps, boiler fans and many others. The circuitry of a variable frequency is similar to other system applications of solid-state motor controllers and uninterruptible power supply systems, as used for large computer systems and data centers. Baldor Electric Motors has the broadest selection of energy-efficient electric motors and adjustable speed drives. They offer AC motors, DC motors, generators and much more.

Baldor Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Categories:
Baldor VS1SP Inverter Drives - The Baldor VS1SP Inverter Drive is one of the most popular variable speed motor controls because of it's easy setup. It is designed to tackle the most complex sensorless vector applications.

Baldor VS1SP Washdown Inverter Drives - Baldor inverter drive and vector drive washdown motors are designed and tested for use with adjustable speed controls to ensure maximum performance and cooling over the motor's entire speed range.

Baldor VS1GV Vector Drives - Baldor VS1GV vector drive is a high performance control that has  three modes of control and can be setup by keypad or more advanced features.  The user friendly keypad has full graphics backlit LCD display and adjustable font sizes.

Baldor VS1GV Washdown Vector Drives - The VS1GV control motor speed and torque with precision and responsiveness to accomplish the most demanding applications.

Baldor VS1PF Pump and Fan Drives - Baldor VS1PF pump and fan drives are most commonly used for food and beverages, paper and forest products, petroleum and chemical, unit and baggage handling, air handling, aggregate and cement, mining and power generation.

Baldor VS1MD Micro Drives - Baldor VS1MD targets both the equipment manufacturing and end user markets.  It is one of the most powerful, user-friendly, interface, higher horsepower, excellent motor torque and cost competitive micro drive in its class.

Baldor VS1MX Micro Drives - If you need a drive designed specially for harsh conditions, the Baldor VS1MX Micro Drive is it.  It comes in switched or non-switched enclosures and its rating makes it ideal for wet, dry and harsh-duty conditions.

Baldor VS1SM Micro Drives - The Baldor VS1SM Micro Drives combines performance and reliability with outstanding features. It is ideal for OEM applications that requires a cost effective and compact product.

Baldor H2 Inverter Drives -  Baldor H2 Inverter drives are used in applications that require adjustable speed operation and good speed regulation. This includes pumps, fans and general machinery applications.

Baldor H2 Washdown Inverter Drives - The Baldor H Washdown Inverter can be used in new installations, replacements or original equipment.  It has a NEMA 4X enclosure and can withstand frequent washdowns. The H2 washdown inverter have an output frequency of 0.25 to 120 Hz, with an option up to 400 Hz.

Baldor H2 Vector Drives - Baldor's H2 Vector Drives provides the ultimate control of AX induction motors.  The control controls motor torque and speed by using a motor mounted encoder, or similar feedback sensor. 

  Baldor H2 Servo Drives - Baldor’s new line of H2 Servo Drives provides control of 3-phase AC induction servomotor in an industrial package and design. They use the same menu structure as the H2 Inverter and H2 Inverter drives for easy setup and flexibility.

Baldor H Inverter Drives - The Baldor H Inverter adjustable controls are available in a variety of rating, input voltages and enclosure styles. Sizes range from small mini inverters to floor mounted cabinets. All units are UL and CUL listed with ready to mount NEMA 1 enclosures and easy to use Operator Keypads.

Baldor H Washdown Inverter Drives - The Baldor H Washdown Inverter with its NEMA 4X enclosure can stand up to frequent washdowns. They can be used in new installations, replacements or original equipment. The H washdown inverter have an output frequency of 0.25 to 120 Hz, with an option up to 400 Hz.

Baldor H Vector Drives - The Baldor Vector Control makes automating industrial equipment easy by using Flux Vector Control Techniques and closed loop motor feedback with the build in motor auto-tuning feature. Baldor stock 1 to 450 HP rating and has custom capabilities in larger horsepower sizes.

Baldor Vector Line Regen Drives - Baldor line regen vector control uses the Flux Vector Control Techniques and the close loop motor feedback that adds more capability in slowing a motor and saves energy cost in the process.

Baldor Series 5 Micro Inverter Drives - Baldor Series 5 Micro Inverter Drives come with loads of protection features, a low cost and compact in size. With built in current limit providing motor overload protection, high peak current limit  up to 2 minutes and delivers up to 200% starting torque.

Baldor Analog Soft Start & Dynamic Brake Drives - Baldor Analog Soft Start & Dynamic brake drives prolong motor life, lower motor inrush currents and reduce mechanical stress.  Baldor Soft Start Motor Control includes products from simple torque control design to the easy programmable digital control.

Baldor Digital Soft Start Controls -  Baldor Soft Starts reduces the wear on mechanical gears, chains, sprockets, belts and gearboxes and reduces water hammer in pump application.  To reduce an overload of an overall plant, a reduction in inrush current is needed.  In turn, a reduction in inrush currents prevents charges by the utility company.

Baldor SmartMotor Models - Baldor Smart Motor combines adjustable speed control electronics with a Premium Efficiency industrial motor in one easy to install, easy to use package. Sizes range from 1-10 HP covering NEMA frames from 56C to 215TC for standard and Washdown Duty designs. Close Coupled Pump units in NEMA 143JM to 215JM frames are also available


Baldor Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Web Sites:
Variable Frequency Drive Co (VFDs): Baldor Variable Frequency Drives - Baldor Drives offer a complete selection of AC motor controls starting at 1/100 HP, going up to 800 HP with custom controls, and building up to 1500 HP. From basic analog soft starts to full fledged vector technology, Baldor invests in the latest technology to ensure the highest level of quality in all our products.
 

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WEG Variable Frequency Drives - Dedicated initially to production of electric motors, the company started expanding its activities in the 80's with the production of generators, electrical components, industrial automation products, power and distribution transformers, liquid and powder paints and electroinsulating varnishes.  Find out more about WEG and the quality products they offer.

Variable Frequency Drive Web Sites:
Variable Frequency Drives - An overview on how to application and development of variable frequency drives. Also get a complete list of motor controls and drives. 

Variable Frequency Drive Co (VFDs) - The Variable frequency drive co is an educational site that provides customers and visitors with quality information about products and services, variable frequency drives, ac variable frequency drives and variable frequency drive motors.

Variable Frequency Drive Related Web Sites:
The US Phase Converter Standards Organization Review of VFD "Phase Converters" - VFDs, also known as variable frequency drives can be used to control motor only type of loads. They cannot be used for any type of non-motor 3 phase load. Find out more about VFD Phase Converters from the US Phase Converter Standards Organization website.

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VFDs as Phase Converters - There are three ways that you can convert 1P to 3P. You can use a static converter, rotary converter or a VFD. Find out why choosing a VFDs as a phase converter has its disadvantages.

Electric Motors - Electric motors convert electrical energy into kinetic energy. Electric motors have rotating coils of wire which are operated by the magnetic force exerted by a magnetic field on an electric current.

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Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) -
A special type of adjustable-speed drive that regulates the rotational speed of an AC electric motor by governing how often electrical power is delivered to the motor.