BENSHAW RSi GX Series User Manual

Altitude Derating
2.4 Altitude Derating
Benshaw VFDs are capable of operating at altitudes up to 3,300 feet (1000 meters) without
requiring an altitude derate. Table 3 provides the derating percentage to be considered
when using a drive above 3,300 feet (1000 meters).
z Note: For derating above 10,000ft consult Benshaw.
Thermal Derating
2.5 Thermal Derating
The ambient operating temperature range of the RSi GX is as follows:
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NEMA 1 0-40°C
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Altitude Percent Derating (Amps)
3,300 feet 1,006 meters 0.0%
4,300 feet 1,311 meters 3.0%
5,300 feet 1,615 meters 6.0%
6,300 feet 1,920 meters 9.0%
7,300 feet 2,225 meters 12.0%
8,300 feet 2,530 meters 15.0%
9,300 feet 2,835 meters 18.0%
Table 3: Altitude Derating

BENSHAW RSi GX Series Specifications

General

Brand	BENSHAW
Model	RSi GX Series
Category	DC Drives
Language	English