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6 Common Misconceptions You Might Have About VFDs

By Yin on 9th Oct 2014

Since VFDs have many different uses and come in a large range of varieties and prices, it can be easy to misunderstand certain benefits associated with using one. As a result, below are 6 common misconceptions we have hear …

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How to program the Mitsubishi F700 series VFD (F720, F740) (Video)

By Yin on 6th Oct 2014

Video Transcript Hi, Craig Hartman for VFDs.com. Today we are going to learn basic programming of the Mitsubishi F700 Series variable frequency drives and we will use the advanced PU07 programmer. We have here our Mit …

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How to Maintain Your VFD Control Panel

By Dan Hansen on 25th Sep 2014

A few rules to follow At VFDs.com we see many VFDs and control panels that have encountered a shortened life span. Many of the problems we see are avoidable with proper maintenance. One of the best ways to get the most out of you …

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F3R - Outdoor Rated VFD Control Panel

By Yin on 19th Sep 2014

What is the F3R The F3R is a variable frequency drive control panel manufactured by Motor Drives International. 3R stands for NEMA 3R. This VFD panel is very popular in outdoor applications, such as agriculture, rock crushing, mi …

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FF1 – Fans & Pumps VFD Control Panel

By Yin on 11th Sep 2014

What is a FF1?The FF1 is a variable frequency drive control panel (also known as VFD in a box, VFD enclosure, or motor control panel) that is manufactured by Motor Drives International. Along with its siblings - SV1 & F3R, …

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Full speed ahead? Not so fast... Soft Starters and VFDs will improve operations and enhance your applications

By Yin on 26th Aug 2014

What is a Soft Starter?An RVSS (Reduced Voltage Soft Starter) is a solid state switching device first invented by a NASA engineer named Frank Nola. Throughout the years RVSS’s have been marketed as energy savers and are still som …

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