DC drives

-- Packaging Digest, 12/1/2007

The new Allen-Bradley PowerFlex DC drives combine the performance capabilities of DC technology with the benefits of digital control, diagnostics, easy programming and system integration through the flexible communication options in the drive architecture, the co. states. The PowerFlex DC drives feature extensive analog and digital I/O options for flexible installation while the PowerFlex drive peripheral interface (DPI) allows easy connectivity to a variety of communication adapters and programming tools. Regenerative and nonregenerative DC drive configurations are available. The PowerFlex drives also feature internal communication options that are designed to help users assemble highly integrated applications in a cost-effective manner. Network connectivity options include DeviceNet, ControlNet and EtherNet/IP, allowing users to integrate their complete data and easily manage information from the plant floor to the top floor, according to the co.

Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation, 262/512-2369. www.ab.com/go/prpfdc