AC Motor Repair

AC Motor Repair

The first step in AC motor repair is identifying that there is a problem. If an electric motor smells like it's burning, is vibrating and running loudly, or if the motor is not operating at its peak performance, something is probably wrong.…

Siemens VFD Troubleshooting

Siemens VFD troubleshooting starts with checking the electric motor and VFD terminal connections. Motor and VFD connections can be overlooked, loose, or, wired to the incorrect terminals; so, checking all connections is suggested before pulling…

Eaton SVX9000 Over Temp

The trip level for Eaton SVX9000 over temp default is 90C on the IGBTs and B5C for the power board. Depending on the drive size there may be up to B different temps that can be read from the HMI.  FRB and below drive only have one sensor…

Drives Save Labor And Reduce Energy Costs

Variable frequency drives save labor and reduce energy costs while extending the lifespan of equipment for industrial applications. In the following ABB case study, a farm owner began looking tor alternatives to an old irrigation system, which…

Industrial Packaging Systems Using Variable Frequency Drives

D&D Engineering (Hull) Ltd is a manufacturer of conveyors and product handling equipment. Eighty percent of its customers are in the food industry, mainly in the prepared produce sector, with some involved in the production of chilled…
Eaton VFD Troubleshooting
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Eaton VFD Troubleshooting

Eaton VFD troubleshooting begins with technicians working with the VFD in production. Eaton VFD troubleshooting can be time consuming, so manufacturers tend to keep spare Eaton drives on hand for production lines that cannot afford downtime. When…
Eaton VFD Troubleshooting

How to Use a Three Phase Motor with Single Phase Power

We receive inquiries all the time from customers who have three phase equipment and need to operate the equipment from single phase power. The main question we get is "How do I size a three phase drive for single phase input supply?" For…
Eaton VFD Troubleshooting

Industrial Manufacturing Control Panel Design & Manufacturing

We've Been Servicing the Industrial World Since 1983. Minimize Your Downtime. Maximize Your Productivity. Call Toll Free: 1.877.625.2402 For more than 27 years Precision Electric, Inc has been a recognized leader in the design and…
Eaton VFD Troubleshooting

How to Repair Loose/Bad Electrical Connections

We've Been Servicing the Industrial World Since 1983. Minimize Your Downtime. Maximize Your Productivity. Call Toll Free: 1.877.625.2402 Are you experiencing a problem with your electrical connection? Typically one of two issues cause…
Eaton VFD Troubleshooting

Food Processing Manufacturing Industrial Products & Services

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.…
Eaton VFD Troubleshooting

Breaking the Swedish Language Barrier on an Automatic Foaming Machine

About a week ago, I was given the opportunity to work on a startup with a customer who works in the world of automated foaming. As with any other job, the preliminary overview of the project is often where the scope of the project is determined.…
Eaton VFD Troubleshooting

FAQ :: VFDs | How Do I Test The IGBT Power Section On My Drive?

One of the more common problems seen in our Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) repair division is the failure of the IGBT (Insulated Gate Bi-polar Transistor) power section modules. If the Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) is blowing fuses,…