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Just enough control
07 November 2013
Responding to global drive-user input, Rockwell Automation engineers designed the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 520-Series of compact AC drives – including the new, economical PowerFlex 523 AC drive – with flexible features that help users be more competitive.
Suitable for builders of simple, standalone machines, the PowerFlex 523 AC drive is said to balance user needs for "just enough” control with a design that lowers the total cost to design, develop and deliver machines. Power range is 0.25hp (0.2kW) to 15hp (11kW).
To make configuration easier, machine builders can use a standard USB connection for uploading and downloading drive-configuration files. They also can program the drive through its built-in human interface module (HIM), which displays data on the drive’s LCD with scrolling QuickView text and detailed explanations of parameters and other codes.
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