Drives seamlessly integrate PLC-like functionality into operations

Can be commanded with a range of analog inputs

Jun 26, 2019

Minarik MDBL Series drives

Minarik MDBL Series drives control brushless motors from 90 VDC to 280 VDC, up to 5 amps/1.5 HP, using 115 VAC or 230 VAC line sources. On-board trim pots allow operators to set minimum/maximum speeds, acceleration/deceleration rates, motoring and regening current limits. The onboard 16-bit microcontroller comes ready for mission-specific configurations. Designed for feedback from 120-deg hall effect sensors, the thermally protected drives are UL 61800-5-1 listed.

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