Overview

Control Techniques software tools make it easier to access the drive's full feature set. Our software allows you to optimise the drive tuning, back-up the configuration, configure the on-board automation and motion controller and setup the drive-to-drive communications links. There are five main software packages:

• CTSoft - Drive configuration and index motion editor
• CTScope - Real-time software oscilloscope
• SyPTLite - Ladder program editor for simple PLC control
• SyPTPro - Drive automation and motion programming environment
• CTOPCServer - OPC compliant server for interfacing your own PC software with Control Techniques drives

The software packages connect using Ethernet, CTNet, Serial or USB connections. Ethernet communications allow the drives to be accessed remotely, anywhere in the world.

Power Range - 0.37kW - 132kW

Global Power Supplies - 200/400/575/690Volts

Unidrive SP Panel Mount drives are standard AC input, AC output modules for installation within a control panel. The modules are easy to install and commission and can be applied in a wide range of applications. Unidrive SP can be configured using the keypad to operate in the following modes:

• Open loop V/Hz AC drive
• Open loop Vector AC drive
• Closed loop AC drive
• AC servo amplifier for rotary and linear motors
• Regenerative (Active) power supply

Three Control Techniques click-in option module slots allow the drive to be uniquely customised to your application allowing you to select the level of intelligence, connectivity and I/O you need.

Due to the inherent performance and flexibility of Unidrive SP, potential areas for its application are limitless; the drives intelligence and dynamic response allow it to be applied in the most demanding applications while the compact dimensions make it ideal in new and retrofit energy saving installations. Typical applications include:

• High speed machines
• Crane and hoist
• Lift and elevator controls
• Pulp and paper machines
• Energy saving with fans and pumps
• Textile machines
• Materials handling systems
• Printing
• Converting
• Plastics and rubber extrusion processing machines
• Metal production and processing
• Marine applications

• Universal drive and option module flexibility future proofs your investment, it also means you only fit the features you need, reducing costs, removing complexity and increasing spares availability
• The same control philosophy through the whole drives range reduces the learning curve
• Unidrive SP can be easily configured to operate as a regenerative, active front end with power factor control, eliminating harmonics and returning excess braking energy to the supply, further reducing your energy costs
• Scalable intelligence reduces the required cabinet size and increases system performance, especially with high speed machines and motion applications
• Unidrive SP can easily be integrated in an automation system using one or more click-in fieldbus option modules. Profibus, DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, CanOpen, SERCOS, LonWorks and Interbus are fully supported and certified
• Rotor Flux Control (RFC), a standard feature on Unidrive SP, is a step forward in open loop motor control resulting in near closed loop performance with no feedback device
• Compact design and reduced weight achieved through advanced thermal design, the use of low loss IGBTs and a rigid SMC plastic chassis
• Safe Torque Off feature reduces system costs in machine safety design
• Ethernet connectivity allows global drive access for monitoring, configuring and troubleshooting
• Product performance and reliability has been proven in hundreds of thousands of applications
• Operation with global power supplies - 200V, 400V, 575V and 690V
• Worldwide product expertise and support
• Worldwide certifications including CE and UL

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Power Range - 90kW - 675kW

Global Power Supplies - 400Volts

Unidrive SP Free Standing offers a fully engineered drive that is supplied within a standard sized cabinet. Free Standing drives can be ordered to include all of the power input equipment needed to allow immediate connection to the motor and to the power supply.

The Unidrive SP Free Standing drives are suitable for higher power applications in both commercial and industrial installations. Typical applications include:

• Energy saving with higher power fans and pumps
• Metal production and processing
• Conveying and handling of bulk materials
• Pulp and paper processing
• Marine applications

The Unidrive SP Free Standing drives enjoy the same advantages as our Panel Mounting drives with the following additional benefits:

• Standard AC in / AC out pre-engineered solution reduces design time, lowers project risk and allows you to focus on getting the application engineering right
• Compact cabinet reduces the space requirement, especially important in retrofit applications:
  355kW = 400mm wide & 675kW = 800mm wide
• Industry standard form factor and colour allows the cabinets to integrate with new and existing cabinets
• Optional Incomer and System Shell cabinets allow you to integrate your power and control equipment alongside the drive
• Available with and without braking transistors to optimise costs for your application
• IP21 and optional IP23 enclosures enable more compact cabinet dimensions

Overview

Power Range - 45kW - 1.9MW
Global Power Supplies - 200/400/575/690Volts

The Unidrive SP Modular drives range offers the same advanced feature set as our panel mount drives but with additional power system flexibility; the drives may be arranged to provide a common DC bus system with or without an active front end (regenerative, 4 quadrant operation). Very high current motors may be controlled using a multi-drive modular arrangement.

The Unidrive SP Modular drives are suitable for applications in both commercial and industrial applications where power scheme flexibility and regenerative energy saving provides an operational advantage. Typical applications include:

• Energy saving with very high power fans and pumps
• Metal production and processing
• Large cranes
• Automotive testing such as car, engine and gearbox dynamometers
• Web control and winding
• Conveying and processing of bulk materials
• Pulp and paper processing
• Marine applications

Unidrive SP Modular drives enjoy the same advantages as the Panel Mounting drives with the following additional benefits:

• Higher power motors are controlled using Unidrive SP modules connected in parallel. This is an economic and compact solution that simplifies installation and improves serviceability
• Allows you to use a DC bus system to recycle energy between simultaneously braking and motoring drives such as in a winder/unwinder configuration
• Minimise harmonics with 12, 18 and 24 pulse operation to allow you to meet and exceed stringent supply regulations
• Eliminate harmonics using an active front end