When Tesla first introduced the 3-phase alternating current (AC) induction motor in 1888, he knew that his invention was more efficient and reliable than Edison's direct current (DC) motor. However, ...

When powering AC motors, the electrical supply can be at full power to run at full speed or at variable power to run at variable speed. Applications with varying loads benefit from the variable speed ...

You can divide the world of electronic motor drives, which control the speed, torque, direction, and resulting horsepower of a motor, into two categories: ac and dc. An ac drive controls ac induction ...

Although much has been published on variable-frequency drives (VFDs), people continue to be confused by them. The intent of this article is to provide a basic overview of these devices by evaluating ...

From enhanced energy efficiency and improved process control to reduced mechanical stress, noise reduction and motor protection, the operational advantages of variable frequency drives are significant ...

Soft starters and VFDs both effectively control motors and are efficient users of energy. Determining which technology to use depends on understanding the performance needs of the application. A ...

"The Critical Role of Variable Frequency Drives in Advancing Process Automation and Industry 4.0" The emphasis on efficiency, cost reduction, and increased productivity becomes more pronounced as the ...

New York, United States , May 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Global Variable Frequency Drive Market Size is to grow from USD 22.16 billion in 2022 to USD 36.79 billion by 2032, at a Compound Annual ...

What is a variable frequency drive? Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems' air supply used to be constant volume into a space. Now a variable air volume control is being used to provide ...

Do you know how to maintain variable frequency drives (vfd’s)? Doing so is easier than you might think. By integrating some simple, logical steps into your preventative maintenance (PM) program, you ...