Eaton: PowerXL DG1 General Purpose

October 30, 2018

The DG1 general-purpose drives are part of the Eaton next-generation PowerXL series of adjustable frequency drives specifically engineered for today’s more demanding commercial and industrial applications. With an industry-leading energy efficiency algorithm, high short-circuit current rating and robust design, the DG1 offers customers increased efficiency, safety and reliability.

Features:

The PowerXL DG1 is next generation global general purpose adjustable frequency drive engineered for today’s most demanding applications with product features to match or exceed competitors feature sets and a strong global support network.

  • Ease of use: Startup Wizard, PC Tool software, four built-in applications, diagnostics, local/remote button, removable keypad with copy/paste functionality
  • Space-saving design: Compact size, open Type 12 option, on-board communication and I/O
  • Efficiency: Active energy control algorithm, 5% DC choke, input surge protection, EMI/RFI filter built-in
  • Rugged and reliable: High overload (CT) and low overload (VT) rated, conformal coated boards, brake chopper circuit, durable metal power section, 50°C rating (60°C de-rating), removable keypad rated IP54
  • Global acceptance: UL®, CE, cUL®, RoHS, C-Tick

Product Offering:

  • 230V to 125 hp, 310A, 90 kW
  • 480V to 250 hp, 310A, 160 kW
  • 575V to 250 hp, 250A, 160 kW
  • Type 1/IP21 or Type 12/IP54 packaging

For more information, visit http://www.eatoncanada.ca/EatonCA/ProductsSolutions/Electrical/ProductsandServices/AutomationandControl/VariableFrequencyDrives/IndustrialDrives/PowerXLDG1GeneralPurpose/index.htm

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