VFD

What is the first consideration with Medium Voltage VFD Maintenance? Almost every company spends a lot of money and time setting up their safety programs, processes, and safeguards.  However, these same companies will not hesitate...

What Problems Can Come With VFDs? Most people that buy and use a variable frequency drive (VFD) are aware of the benefits they offer, such as speed control over their motor application or energy savings...

Problems Caused From VFD Use: Variable frequency drives (VFDs) are helpful in many applications. They can help to control speed and save energy, but they can also present problems. One of the side effects that...

Keeping a Spare VFD Many applications that utilize a variable frequency drive (VFD) are critical and can’t afford to have extensive downtime. One option that many opt for is to keep a spare VFD on...

The Importance of Warranties When shopping for a low voltage variable frequency drive (VFD) it is important to look at the warranty on each option you consider. You may hope to never need the warranty...

Are You Killing Your VFD? Not too long ago, I was at a facility that had a variable frequency drive (VFD) mounted on the wall. That VFD had been there for almost 20 years and...

Using VFDs To Convert Single-Phase To Three-Phase One of the most common calls we receive at VFDs.com is asking about phase conversion: Can a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) convert my single-phase power supply to run...

Overview With harmonic distortion becoming more of a problem every day, folks are looking for cost-effective means of harmonic mitigation. Manufacturers are more than happy to provide solutions, but with so many methods available, how...

Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) provide immense savings and energy use reduction in swimming pool and filtration pump applications. Read below to learn more about the effect VFDs have on the way many pool and filtration...