294E-FD2P5Z-G1 | Allen-Bradley Variable Frequency Drive

Description

The 294E-FD2P5Z-G1 is a variable frequency drive designed for controlling motor speed in industrial applications. It provides precise adjustment of motor input frequency to optimize performance and efficiency.

Technical Specifications

Information About 294E-FD2P5Z-G1

The 294E-FD2P5Z-G1 is a robust variable frequency drive designed for industrial applications requiring precise motor control. Falling under the Drives category and specifically classified as a Drive, this unit is engineered to deliver reliable performance across a wide range of operating conditions. With a weight of 17.00 lbs, the 294E-FD2P5Z-G1 is a solid and durable component, capable of withstanding the rigors of industrial environments while ensuring optimal motor operation.

The drive is designed to function at altitudes up to 1000 meters, making it suitable for use in various geographical locations. It can be stored and transported at temperatures as low as -25°C, providing flexibility in handling and installation. The drive’s operational stability is further enhanced by its compliance with EN 61800-3, C3 standards for conducted emissions and radiated emissions, ensuring minimal interference with other electronic equipment in the vicinity.

The drive is designed to operate in environments with humidity levels ranging from 5% to 95% non-condensing, ensuring reliable performance even in areas with significant moisture presence. The unit is protected against surge transients with ratings of 1 kV (L-L) and 2 kV (L-N), providing robust protection against electrical surges that could otherwise compromise system integrity.

The 294E-FD2P5Z-G1 meets EN 55011 Class group 2 standards for immunity to radio frequency electromagnetic fields, with a tolerance of 10V/m across a frequency range of 80 MHz to 1 GHz. This ensures the drive's continued operation in environments with significant electromagnetic interference, which is common in many industrial settings. The unit also complies with the NEMA 4 protection rating, indicating its resistance to water and dust ingress, making it suitable for use in harsh environments.

With a pollution degree rating of 3, the 294E-FD2P5Z-G1 is designed for environments where conductive pollution or condensation is a concern, further underlining its suitability for industrial applications. The drive is immune to radio frequency conducted disturbances, with a resistance of 10V across frequencies from 150 kHz to 80 MHz, ensuring stable operation in environments with significant electronic noise.

Electrostatic discharge protection is a critical feature of the 294E-FD2P5Z-G1, which can withstand 4 kV contact discharges and 8 kV air discharges, ensuring resilience against static electricity in the operating environment. The drive is equipped with a DHCP timeout feature set to 30 seconds, ensuring network stability in Ethernet-based systems.

The 294E-FD2P5Z-G1 includes a built-in web server supporting HTTP 1.1, allowing for remote monitoring and configuration via standard web browsers. This feature enhances the drive's usability in modern industrial networks where remote access and control are increasingly required.

The drive operates at a rated input voltage of 24V DC, with an ON-state current of 2.6 mA at 24V DC. It has a dielectric withstand rating of 2000V AC, ensuring insulation integrity under high voltage conditions. The overvoltage category for the power circuit is rated at III, indicating its capability to handle high-energy transients.

Fuse protection for the drive is provided by a UL Class fuse with a maximum rating of 45 A, ensuring that the drive is safeguarded against overcurrent conditions. The drive's consume instance for command is set to a default of 4 words (instance 154), while the produce instance for status is set to 16 words (instance 156), providing detailed communication capabilities within an industrial network.

The 294E-FD2P5Z-G1 is capable of operating at frequencies of 50/60 Hz (±10%), with a rated operating input current of up to 3.7 A at 400V AC, 50 Hz, supporting motors up to 1.0 Hp (0.75 kW). The maximum output frequency of the drive is 400 Hz, making it suitable for a wide range of motor speeds.

The drive supports EtherNet/IP protocol, enabling seamless integration into modern industrial networks. It has a maximum of 6 input devices and 6 outputs, with an input filtering time of 100 µs, ensuring rapid response to control signals. The drive’s output OFF-state leakage current is limited to 1 μA, ensuring minimal power loss when not in operation.

The 294E-FD2P5Z-G1 provides 150 socket connections and features output blocking voltage rated up to 35V DC, ensuring safe operation under various load conditions. Sensor input leakage current is kept below 2.5 mA, ensuring accurate sensor readings. The drive’s outputs are DC sourcing, operating within a voltage range of 19.2 to 26V DC.

The 294E-FD2P5Z-G1 can handle up to 20 concurrent web server sessions, facilitating multiple remote connections for monitoring and control. The rated output operating voltage is between 19.2V and 26.4V DC, with a nominal output operating current of 500 mA per point, and a maximum thermal current of 500 mA per point, ensuring reliable power delivery to connected devices.

In summary, the 294E-FD2P5Z-G1 is a versatile and robust variable frequency drive designed for precise motor control in demanding industrial environments. With comprehensive protection features and support for modern industrial communication protocols, it is well-suited for applications that require reliable and efficient motor operation.

Manufacturer information 

Allen-Bradley, a brand of Rockwell Automation, specializes in manufacturing industrial automation equipment. The product range includes programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motion control systems, safety devices, motor control equipment, automation software, and HMI panels. Allen-Bradley products are known for their reliability and integration with other systems.