Mitsubishi Electric has announced the release of its next generation, multi-purpose inverter, the FR-E800 Series. Designed to save energy and minimize cost, the FR-E800 brings together advances in quality, performance, and predictive maintenance capabilities in one inverter.

Here are a few of the most important features:

• Built-in PLC function. FR-E800 users can set various operation patterns: inverter movements at signal inputs, signal outputs at particular inverter statuses, and monitor outputs, etc. Operation of the system can be customized by the inverter alone.
• Various Ethernet protocols. FR-E800 inverters support a variety of open networks without using any option cards. With built-in protocols, the FR-E800 can communicate via various networks, assuring compatibility with existing systems.
• RS-485 and “dual-port” Ethernet protocol models. Switch between Ethernet protocols simply by changing internal parameters. The FR-E800 series inverters support a variety of open networks without the need for additional option cards.
• Compact design. Save space with a compact footprint to control 3-phase motors up to 10HP (with expansion in the future) at 200V, 400V and 600V.
• Dual overload rating. Achieve top performance in smaller frame sizes with light duty (LD) and normal duty (ND) overload current ratings.
• Ability to auto-tune to IM & PM motors. Setup and commission quickly and easily without time-consuming tuning or the need for on-site support.
• Inverter-to-inverter linking. Create small-scale systems by connecting multiple VFDs via Ethernet protocols. The communication between multiple inverters is carried out through the inputs/outputs and built-in PLC.
• Extended environmental rating. FR-E800 operates in ambient temperatures from -20°C to 60°C (-5 to 140°F) and the control card is conformal coated to withstand harsh environments.
• Alert system. FR-E800 is the world’s first system to identify signs of damage caused by hydrogen sulfide or other corrosive gases. The operator receives a notification when the production environment needs to be improved or risk the possibility of unplanned downtime.
• Life diagnostics function. Analyze and determine remaining lifetime of critical components, such as capacitors, contact relays, cooling fan, and inrush current limit resistor.