Reading VFD Nameplate Data Off Of Your SMVector Drive (Video)

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For those of you who are familiar or unfamiliar with Lenze / AC Techs SMVector series drive they have come a long way since their conception. All AC Tech products are manufactured in Uxbridge Massachusettes. Today we discuss how to read the nameplate data off of the drive. It is not as complicated as most might think. This is a great way to determine what voltage inputs, frequencies, phases are required and how to determine whether the Variable Frequency Drive itself is an adequate enough size for the motor you want to connect to it. Enjoy!

Lenze EtherNet/IP for SMVector

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Lenze-AC Tech announces the release of EtherNet/IP as an optional communication protocolfor the SMVector Drive. According to Mike Bailey, Product Sales Manager at Lenze-AC Tech, the SMVector AC Drive can seamlessly operate on an EtherNet/IP network with the addition of a simple plug-in communication module. Othernetwork protocolsare also available as option modules including CANopen, DeviceNet, Profibus and Modbus RS-485, states Bailey.

EtherNet/IP is a member of the DeviceNet and ControlNet family of Common Industrial Protocols (CIP) developed byAllen-Bradley(Rockwell Automation ROK). As a member of the CIP family, EtherNet/IP can utilize the same set of pre-defined common objects, thus making communication between devices from different manufacturers much easier.

According to Lenze-AC Tech company officials, Lenze-AC Tech worked together with Allen-Bradley engineers to ensure complete product compatibility. We first added EtherNet/IP to our PositionServo Drive and since then, our customers have been looking for EtherNet/IP for their AC Drive Solutions, says Bailey, and he adds, Allen-Bradley remains the largest implementer of EtherNet/IP, with most applications in the packaging and automotive markets; providing Allen-Bradley compatibility and multiple communication options for all of our products allows our customers to choose the fieldbus that best fits their automation application as well as their physical network. Bailey explains that EtherNet/IP is a popular industrial network solution because it can support a nearly unlimited amount of nodes, can be used on a single point connection for configuration and control and permits devices to send and receive messages simultaneously.

Ryan Chamberlin
Inside Sales, Customer Support
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Industrial Electronics Servo Motor Repair Services

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We’ve Been Servicing the Industrial World Since 1983.

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Call Toll Free: 1.877.625.2402

Almost every Servo Motor can be repaired for a fraction of what it will cost to buy a new one. Precision Electric provides expert repairs for all AC Servo Motorsas well as Brushless Servo Motors, and DC Servo Motorproducts, and other related equipment.

There is No Charge To evaluate your Servo Motors for repair. To get a free evaluation, email meand I’ll send you an RMA number. It takes about 5-7 days to evaluate and quote most motors for repair unless you need Rush Service. Rush jobs are usually quoted 24-48 hours after we receive the items.

Standard repairs are usually shipped 7-14 days after they are approved. Rush repairs are usually shipped five working days or less after approval. Many rush repairs can be completed in as little as 48 Hours.

Each repair is covered by a One-Year comprehensive warranty unless otherwise stated on your quote.Precision Electric has been providing comprehensive AC & DC Servo Motor Repair and CNC & Spindle motor repair services for over 25 years. We routinely repair domestic and foreignmotors.

Ryan Chamberlin
Inside Sales, Customer Support
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SMVector Pumps Hard-to-Handle Chemicals

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Flomotion Systems develops and manufactures unique sealless peristaltic pumps that eliminate loss-of prime failures in chemical feed applications. Typical markets served include water & wastewater treatment, chemical, food & dairy, pharmaceutical, pulp & paper, energy management, power and irrigation.

A long-time user of Lenze – AC Techs MC Series drives; Flomotion has now incorporated the economical, compact and lightweight SMVector drive in the design of their 2001HEC Series pumps.

The Flomotion 2001HEC Series are rugged, reliable and cost effective industrial hose pumps built to succeed in harsh industrial environments. Several features of the SMVector make it a perfect fit for the job, including a removable terminal cover; easy access for control and power wiring and the fact that it can handle a wide range of operating temperatures from -10 to 55C. Last but not least, according to Flomotion, the SMVector offers better protection against electrical shock than any other NEMA 1 controller on the market.

Mounting the SMVector controller directly to the pump allows Flomotion to optimize precious panel space and offer its customers outstanding convenience. The unique EPM or Electronic Programmable Module stores the drives parameter configuration greatly simplifying initial setup.

Centrifugal and pumping applications especially those moving fluids or a mixture of wet and dry ingredients present a challenge because the speed is affected by the load. Fluid moving applications require ‘variable speed’ – a drive and motor that can produce the necessary horsepower to move the load at a constant speed. The motor will draw from the drive the amount.

of current it needs to ‘do the job’. The SMVector drive works well in this type of application because the speed can be controlled tightly in vector mode (more torque/less speed) or loosely in V/Hz mode to determine just the right amount of speed.

SMVector Benefits

Multiple enclosure options available including washdown
Wide temperature range: -10 to 55C
Removable memory (EPM)
Multiple operational modes (V/Hz, Enhanced V/Hz, Open Loop Vector)
Lightweight, compact design
Intuitive programming
Multiple communication options
Economical

Ryan Chamberlin
Inside Sales, Customer Support
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Custom Industrial Control Cabinet Design & Manufacturing

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We’ve Been Servicing the Industrial World Since 1983.

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For more than 27 years Precision Electric, Inc has been a recognized leader in the design and manufacture of custom control panels. We specialize in retro-fitting equipment for customers with obsolete and non-efficient equipment using the newest available technology.
Our dedicated engineering and manufacturing staff can design, build a solution, provide comprehensive field installation and start-up services, and support for a wide range of industries.
Products range from simple operator stations to multi-door control cabinets for production equipment. We also provide application specific design and build of industrial computer and PLC machine control systems. Our order volumes range from one-of-a-kind assemblies to multiple units.
Field Services:
Precision Electric provides a comprehensive portfolio of engineering and technical support services to the industries we serve, including:
On-site engineering, installation and commissioning
Custom report writing and field documentation
PLC programming and custom software
And more

Ryan Chamberlin
Inside Sales, Customer Support
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Industrial DC Electric Motor Repair Services

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We’ve Been Servicing the Industrial World Since 1983.

Minimize Your Downtime. Maximize Your Productivity.

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Precision Electric’s motor repair services division offers both large and small repair operations. This assures that a small motor gets the same attention and quality service we apply to a large motor.

Most motor repair facilities in our industry use ‘assembly line’ procedures. Unlike the competition Precision Electric has a more successful and unique way to make repairs. 9 times out of 10 the same mechanic who starts a repair job, finishes it. This is to ensure 100% quality from start to finish on our repair services.

We troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, and rewind both form-wound and random-wound machines. Among other things, this includes all types of electric motors, generators, transformers, clutches, brakes, pumps, gearboxes, blowers, fans, shafts, sleeve bearings, and hoist.

Below are a few general services Precision Electric offers:

rotary apparatus repair
electric motor repair
drive repair (ac/dc)
servo motor repair
servo drive repair
mechanical repairs
pump repair
gearbox repair
and much more

The Precision Electric in-service warranty is another advantage we have over our competitors. We encourage customers to have all spares rebuilt and ready for immediate replacement; this is to ensure maximum production with little to no downtime. Our in-service warranty begins the same day our customers install equipment rebuilt by Precision Electric, and ends 12 months later.

If you have any questions or you need additional information, email or call me direct.

Ryan Chamberlin
Inside Sales, Customer Support
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Food Processing Manufacturing Industrial Products & Services

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We’ve Been Servicing the Industrial World Since 1983.
Minimize Your Downtime. Maximize Your Productivity.

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High humidity and daily washdowns can take their toll on the best food processing equipment. Precision Electric offers superior performance products, repair and maintenance services to keep your pumps, compressors, blower assemblies, and other critical machinery running at peak performance. To keep your equipment in prime operating condition, or when a breakdown occurs, you can depend on us to provide a wide selection of support.

Precision Electric offers Nema 4x enclosed drive products, Nema 4x gearboxes, pumps, custom control cabinets, AC electric motors, among several other food processing machinery and equipment; we also have capability to rebuild your machinery and equipment. Proven support to reduce operating costs by minimizing downtime, improving efficiency and extending equipment service life.

We are responsive to your needs 24/7. While you can choose from any of the many products and services we offer, our sales and support representatives can help you select a blend of these services to meet you facilitys specific goals and requirements.

Be it a new, existing or anticipated project, let us go to work for you. We have over 100 years of combined experience in the industrial manufacturing industry and we have been in business since 1983. If you have equipment that needs rebuilt we offer those services to our customers as well.

You can send in anything to Precision Electric for repair; from servo motors, circuit boards, servo drives to plc’s, AC/DC electric motors, pumping equipment and more. We will provide you with a free quote upon receiving your equipment. In many cases we offer quote estimates prior to you sending your equipment to us.

Click here to see our Industrial Food Processing Solutions brochure.

RyanChamberlin
Inside Sales, Customer Support
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Industrial Metalworking Metal Stamping Manufacturing Services

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We’ve Been Servicing the Industrial World Since 1983.

Minimize Your Downtime. Maximize Your Productivity.

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The metal working industry – fabrication, surface preparation, surface finishing – is largely dependent upon the demands of other industries. When customers of Precision Electric are depending on your product for their production, there is no time for downtime.

We offer comprehensive repair, reconditioning, and remanufacturing of electro-mechanical industrial equipment that will keep you, and in turn your customers, up and running. To keep your equipment in prime operating condition, or when a breakdown occurs, you can depend on us to provide a wide selection of product availability and technical support including but not limited to:

  • around-the-clock electronic service, startup, testing, repair, and calibration
  • field electronic repair service at your facility or shop service from our in-house electronics laboratory
  • troubleshooting, installation, service and sales for the following:
    • CNC controls
    • motor controls
    • soft-start units
    • AC/DC drive startups
    • programmable logic controls (PLCs)
    • crane controls
    • elevator controls
    • transfer switches
    • power supplies
    • circuit boards
    • welding machine controls
    • temperature controls
    • motor control centers (MCCs)
    • emergency generators
    • new equipment
    • upgrade machine controls
    • and more

We are responsive to your needs 24/7. While you can choose from any of the many products and services we offer, our sales and support representatives can help you select a blend of these services to meet you facilitys specific goals and requirements.

Be it a new, existing or anticipated project, let us go to work for you. We have over 100 years of combined experience in the industrial manufacturing industry and we have been in business since 1983. If you have equipment that needs rebuilt we offer those services to our customers as well.

You can send in anything to Precision Electric for repair; from servo motors, circuit boards, servo drives to plcs, AC/DC electric motors, pumping equipment and more. We will provide you with a free quote upon receiving your equipment. In many cases we offer quote estimates prior to you sending your equipment to us.

Ryan Chamberlin
Inside Sales, Customer Support
[email protected]

Food Processing Manufacturing Industrial Products & Services

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We’ve Been Servicing the Industrial World Since 1983.
Minimize Your Downtime. Maximize Your Productivity.

Call Toll Free: 1.877.625.2402

High humidity and daily washdowns can take their toll on the best food processing equipment. Precision Electric offers superior performance products, repair and maintenance services to keep your pumps, compressors, blower assemblies, and other critical machinery running at peak performance. To keep your equipment in prime operating condition, or when a breakdown occurs, you can depend on us to provide a wide selection of support.

Precision Electric offers Nema 4x enclosed drive products, Nema 4x gearboxes, pumps, custom control cabinets, AC electric motors, among several other food processing machinery and equipment; we also have capability to rebuild your machinery and equipment. Proven support to reduce operating costs by minimizing downtime, improving efficiency and extending equipment service life.

We are responsive to your needs 24/7. While you can choose from any of the many products and services we offer, our sales and support representatives can help you select a blend of these services to meet you facilitys specific goals and requirements.

Be it a new, existing or anticipated project, let us go to work for you. We have over 100 years of combined experience in the industrial manufacturing industry and we have been in business since 1983. If you have equipment that needs rebuilt we offer those services to our customers as well.

You can send in anything to Precision Electric for repair; from servo motors, circuit boards, servo drives to plc’s, AC/DC electric motors, pumping equipment and more. We will provide you with a free quote upon receiving your equipment. In many cases we offer quote estimates prior to you sending your equipment to us.

Click here to see our Industrial Food Processing Solutions brochure.

RyanChamberlin
Inside Sales, Customer Support
[email protected]

Electrocraft Reliance Allen Bradley H Series Servo Motor Repair

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Electrocraft/Reliance/Allen Bradley H series servo motors frequent our repair technicians here at Precision Electric. Over the years we have repaired hundreds of H series servo motors.

The H series servo motors have been around for a long time, and are obsolete. Since the H series servo motors have become obsolete, we highly recommend customers using this equipment to use Preventitive Maintenance plans with Precision Electric. This is to lessen the chance for an H series servo motor to become damaged beyond economical repair.

The H series servo motors are used with Electrocraft 2000 series amplifiers, Allen Bradley Ultra Plus amplifiers, as well as other products manufactured by Allen Bradley, Electrocraft, and Reliance.

The H series servo motor generally needs to be serviced more often than the servo amplifiers that run them. However, Precision Electric also sees H series servo drives/amplifiers in for repair as well. Our service technicians at Precision Electric keep large stock of parts for these products to speed up repair processes, and decrease cost for both Precision Electric and their customers.

RyanChamberlin
Inside Sales, Customer Support
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Lenze AC Tech SMV with Speed Potentiometer

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The Lenze-AC Tech SMV drive now has an option speed potentiometer option and is built right into the terminal cover, providing direct front panel access. Steve Dextraze, Inverter Product Manager at Lenze-AC Tech, calls it robust and easy to maneuver and states that the potentiometer knob takes the place of the up/down buttons on the drive keypad, giving the operator manual speed control over a 0-10V analog output.

The potentiometer option is great for use in hands-on applications where speed must be ramped up/down, such as conveyer applications or food/beverage process applications. says Dextraze, adding, In single use installations the potentiometer provides just the right amount of control without the user having to use the keypad.

The SMVector inverter drive provides all the features required by demanding applications, including four modes of operation V/Hz, Enhanced V/Hz, Vector Speed, and Torque plus high starting torque, auto-tuning, advanced low-speed control and dynamic speed regulation.

The SMVector is designed to be truly a global product, with an input voltage ranging from 120VAC 1-phase to 600 VAC, 3-phase, plus the Electronic Programming Module or EPM, a removable chip that is the drives memory and allows a customer to program multiple drives in just seconds; the SMVector NEMA 4X also offers an integral disconnect option for quick and easy motor maintenance.

Lenze-AC Techs portfolio of AC Drive products extends from some of the worlds smallest sub-micro drives up through large, 500 HP.

Precision Electric has an excellent relationship with Lenze-AC Tech, as we have been working with them for over 15 years. Precision Electric is one of Lenze-AC Tech’s preferred authorized repair facilities and distributors in North America.

Ryan Chamberlin
Inside Sales, Customer Support
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Industrial Electronics Circuit Board Repair Services

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We’ve Been Servicing the Industrial World Since 1983.

Minimize Your Downtime. Maximize Your Productivity.

Call Toll Free: 1.877.625.2402

Precision Electric has been repairing industrial electronics equipment since 1996. If you are having process problems, Precision Electric has the experienced electronics technicians who can provide solutions, including but not limited to:

  • around-the-clock electronic service, startup, testing, repair, and calibration
  • field electronic repair service at your facility or shop service from our in-house electronics laboratory
  • troubleshooting, installation, service and sales for the following:
    • CNC controls
    • motor controls
    • soft-start units
    • AC/DC drive startups
    • programmable logic controls (PLCs)
    • crane controls
    • elevator controls
    • transfer switches
    • power supplies
    • circuit boards
    • welding machine controls
    • temperature controls
    • motor control centers (MCCs)
    • emergency generators
    • new equipment
    • upgrade machine controls
    • and more

The Precision Electric in-service warranty is another advantage we have over our competitors. We encourage customers to have all spares rebuilt and ready for immediate replacement; this is to ensure maximum production with little to no downtime. Our in-service warranty begins the same day our customers install equipment rebuilt by Precision Electric, and ends 12 months later.

If you have equipment that needs replaced or repaired, contact Precision Electric today for a free quotation. Precision Electric also designs and manufactures custom control cabinets; we also have electric motor repair services among many other services.

Ryan Chamberlin
Inside Sales, Customer Support
[email protected]