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Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 523

Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 523
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PowerFlex 520-Series Adjustable Frequency AC Drive
PowerFlex 523 Catalog Number 25A
PowerFlex 525 Catalog Number 25B
User Manual
Original Instructions

Table of Contents

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Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 523 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency50/60 Hz
DimensionsVaries by model
WeightVaries by model
Output Voltage0 to Input Voltage
Power Rating0.4-22 kW
Control MethodSensorless Vector Control
EnclosureIP20
CommunicationEtherNet/IP
Operating Temperature-20 to 50°C (-4 to 122°F)
Storage Temperature-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Relative Humidity5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Input Voltage200-240V AC, 380-480V AC
Horsepower0.5…30 Hp

Summary

Important User Information

Summary of Changes

New and Updated Information

Details changes made to the current revision of the manual.

Preface

Overview

Provides basic information to install, start-up, and troubleshoot the PowerFlex 520-Series Drive.

Who Should Use this Manual

Identifies qualified personnel and necessary understanding for operating the drive.

Recommended Documentation

Lists publications providing general and specific PowerFlex 520-Series information.

General Precautions

Catalog Number Explanation

InstallationWiring

Mounting Considerations

Provides guidance on drive mounting, clearances, and environmental factors.

AC Supply Source Considerations

Details requirements for safely connecting the drive to the AC power supply.

General Grounding Requirements

Outlines necessary grounding practices for safety and electrical codes.

Fuses and Circuit Breakers

Specifies recommended AC line input fuse and circuit breaker information.

Power Wiring

Details requirements for safely and correctly wiring the drive's power connections.

IO Wiring

Provides guidance and precautions for wiring the drive's input/output terminals.

Control IO Terminal Block

Details the physical layout and specifications of the control I/O terminal block.

Ambient Operating Temperatures

Derating Guidelines for High Altitude

Connections and Grounding

PowerFlex 520-Series RF Emission Compliance and Installation Requirements

Details RF emission compliance requirements for different categories and filter types.

Additional Installation Requirements

Provides information on additional requirements for Class C1 and C2 installations.

Start Up

Prepare for Drive Start-Up

Outlines the essential tasks for safely and correctly preparing the drive for initial start-up.

Display and Control Keys

Details the function of each key on the drive's keypad for navigation and control.

Viewing and Editing Parameters

Explains the process of navigating and modifying drive parameters.

Smart Start-Up with Basic Program Group Parameters

Guides users through setting up the drive using essential parameters from the Basic Program Group.

Programming and Parameters

About Parameters

Explains the three types of drive parameters: ENUM, Numeric, and Bit.

Parameter Groups

Lists parameters categorized into groups like Basic Display, Basic Program, and Terminal Blocks.

Basic Display Group

Provides detailed descriptions for parameters related to drive status and output.

Basic Program Group

Details commonly used parameters for motor setup, start, and speed control.

Terminal Block Group

Describes parameters related to the drive's digital and analog I/O terminals.

Communications Group

Details parameters for configuring network communication settings.

Logic Group

Explains parameters for programming basic and advanced logic functions.

Advanced Display Group

Describes parameters for displaying advanced drive status and feedback information.

Advanced Program Group

Details advanced parameters for motor control, tuning, and special functions.

Fault and Diagnostic Group

Lists and describes parameters related to drive faults and diagnostics.

AppView Parameter Groups

Provides application-specific parameter groups for quick setup.

CustomView Parameter Group

Allows users to create custom parameter groups for frequently used settings.

Parameter Cross Reference by Name

An alphabetical index of parameters and their corresponding numbers.

Troubleshooting

Drive Status

Describes how the drive's condition is monitored and indicated on the LCD display.

Faults

Explains that a fault stops the drive and categorizes faults into two types.

Fault Descriptions

Provides detailed descriptions of drive faults, their causes, and corrective actions.

Common Symptoms and Corrective Actions

Offers practical troubleshooting guidance for common drive issues.

Supplemental Drive Information

Certifications

Lists the certifications and standards the PowerFlex 520-series drives comply with.

Environmental Specifications

Details operating, storage, and environmental requirements for the drive.

Technical Specifications

Provides detailed specifications for protection, electrical, control, and performance aspects.

Power Specifications

Lists estimated watts loss for various drive configurations under rated conditions.

Accessories and Dimensions

Product Selection

Lists PowerFlex 520-Series drive ratings and catalog numbers for selection.

PowerFlex 520-Series Drive Ratings

Provides a detailed table of drive ratings, including output and input specifications.

Dynamic Brake Resistors

Lists catalog numbers for dynamic brake resistors based on drive ratings.

EMC Line Filters

Lists catalog numbers for EMC line filters based on drive ratings.

PowerFlex 520-Series Control Module

Provides catalog numbers for replacement PowerFlex 520-Series control modules.

Other Parts

Lists catalog numbers for other replacement parts like covers and terminal guards.

Product Dimensions

Provides physical dimensions and weights for PowerFlex 520-Series drives by frame size.

RS485 (DSI) Protocol

Network Wiring

Describes network wiring using shielded 2-conductor cable daisy-chained from node to node.

Parameter Configuration

Lists parameters used to configure the drive for operation on a DSI network.

Supported Modbus Function Codes

Lists Modbus function codes supported by the DSI interface for PowerFlex 520-series drives.

Writing (06) Logic Command Data

Explains how to control the drive using Function Code 06 writes for logic commands.

Position Bit Definitions

Defines the bit meanings for position control logic commands.

Reading (03) Drive Error Codes

Describes how to read drive error codes via the network using Function Code 03.

Reading (03) Drive Operational Values

Explains how to read drive operational values via the network using Function Code 03.

Reading (03) and Writing (06) Drive Parameters

Details accessing drive parameters via Modbus register addresses.

Velocity StepLogic, Basic Logic and TimerCounter Functions

Velocity StepLogic Function

Enables step-based speed control for PowerFlex 525 drives using programmed logic and timers.

Basic Logic Function

Allows programming of logic functions using digital inputs and outputs for state changes.

Timer Function

Enables programming digital inputs for timer start and digital outputs for timer out.

Counter Function

Enables programming digital inputs for counter in and digital outputs for counter out.

EncoderPulse Train Usage and Position StepLogic Application

Encoder and Pulse Train Usage

Explains pulse train input and optional encoder card usage for speed and position.

Positioning Overview

Introduces the position regulator and its applications for simple control without limit switches.

Homing Routine

Details manual and automatic methods for establishing the drive's home position.

PID Set Up

PID Loop

Explains the built-in PID control loops and their function in process feedback.

Exclusive Control

Describes a PID configuration where Speed Reference is 0 and PID Output is Freq Command.

Trim Control

Describes a PID configuration where PID Output is added to the Speed Reference.

PID Reference and Feedback

Explains how to select and configure sources for PID reference and feedback signals.

PID Gains

Details the proportional, integral, and differential gains that form the PID regulator.

Guidelines for Adjusting the PID Gains

Provides a step-by-step guide for adjusting proportional, integral, and differential gains.

Safe-Torque-Off Function

PowerFlex 525 Safe-Torque-Off Overview

Introduces the Safe-Torque-Off function and its role in safety control systems.

Enabling PowerFlex 525 Safe-Torque-Off

Provides step-by-step instructions for enabling the Safe-Torque-Off function.

Verify Operation

Details how to test the safety function after initial setup and at regular intervals.

Connection Examples

Illustrates wiring configurations for Safe-Torque-Off with coast-to-stop and controlled stop actions.

EtherNetIP

Establishing A Connection With EtherNetIP

Provides methods for configuring the Ethernet IP address for network connection.

Control Diagrams

Induction Motor Tuning Diagrams

Illustrates diagrams for adjusting speed control parameters for motor tuning.

Adjusting Speed Control Parameters

Provides a flowchart for adjusting speed control parameters for optimal motor tuning.

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