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Chapter 10│Drive Derating
By derating the drive capacity, the drive can run at above the rated temperature, altitude and
default carrier frequency. For example, a drive with 20 A rated current can be derated to 16A
current so as to run with higher temperature tolerance.
Change the carrier frequency to derate the drive.
10.1 Temperature Derating
When the ambient temperature exceeds the tolerance specified in the product specifications,
the drive output current must be derated to ensure the performance life. Meanwhile, set P7-12
(Installation Method Selection) according to the installation conditions so as to ensure reliable
drive overload protection.
-10 30 40 50
P7-05
(Ambient Temperature
setting : ℃)
55
70
85
100
Rated Current(%)
P7-12=1 Side by side Mounting
P7-12=0 IP20 Enclosure Installation
10.2 Altitude Derating
The most appropriate altitude to install the drive is below 1000m.
The drive rated voltage and the rated output current must be derated for 1% per 100 m
for drive installations from 1000 m to 3000 m altitude.
The drive cannot be installed above 3000 m altitude.