SP4201 Control Techniques

Unidrive SP 15KW Inverter Drive 56A 200-240V AC Three Phase

The SP4201 is a 15kW, 20HP, 56A, Three Phase 200-240V AC VSD from the Unidrive SP range manufactured by Control Techniques. With years of experience working on Control Techniques products, AFi Systems are equipped to repair and supply the full line of Unidrive SP variable frequency drives, including options to expand the functionality of the SP4201 drive. Control Techniques design all of their VSDs to be easy to install and commission, and the Unidrive SP is no different.

High Performance Motor Control

Take advantage of the several control modes included on the SP4201 and use your Unidrive SP to control induction, asynchronous servo and synchronous servo motors. By using the keypad, you can configure your variable frequency drive to be operated in the following modes:

• Servo - Precision, dynamic control supporting a wide range of rotary and linear motors
• Closed Loop Vector - Ultimate precision control of induction motors offering full motor torque at zero speed
• RFC Mode (Rotor Flux Control) - Superior dynamic performance and stability without a feedback device
• Open Loop Vector - Good open loop motor performance with minimum configuration
• Open Loop V/F Control - A simple control algorithm that is ideal for parallel motors
• Regenerative - Active front end control mode for harmonic elimination and regeneration

Many Feedback Encoder Options

The Unidrive SP range has the hardware needed to connect to virtually any feedback encoder type, which enables the designer to select the most appropriate technology for the application.Incremental, providing a good balance of cost and performance.

• SinCos - Offers increased position resolution for precision and low speed applications
• SSI - Offers absolute position feedback
• EnDat and HIPERFACE - These encoders transfer position data using a high-speed communications network, often combined with SinCos technology

Widest Range of System Integration Features

Select the level of integrated automation/motion control, connectivity and I/O that you need by using the plug-in option modules compatible with the Unidrive SP. The SP4201 has room for three option modules, which you can select from the huge range of system integration features. AFi Systems stock a wide range of option modules that are available for immediate despatch.

• Input/Output options - Including SM-I/O 32, SM-I/O Plus, SM-I/O Lite
• PLC/Motion functionality options - Including SM-Applications Lite V2, SM-Applications Plus, SM-EZMotion, SM-Register
• Communications options - Including SM-EtherCAT, SM-LON, SM-Profibus DP, SM-Interbus, SM-DeviceNet, SM-Ethernet, SM-CANopen, SM-SERCOS, SM-CAN, SM-PROFINET
• Feedback options - Including SM-Universal Encoder PLus, SM-Encoder Plus, SM-Resolver, SM-Encoder Output Plus

Simplify Set Up with a Smartcard

Supplied with every Unidrive SP, including the 15kW SP4201 drive, the Smartcard can be used to copy and back up parameter sets, making it easy to commission new drives. The Smartcard enables you to:

• Store parameters and programs
• Simplify drive maintenance and commissioning
• Set sequential build of machines up quickly
• Machine upgrades can be stored on a Smartcard and sent to the customer for installation

On-Board PLC

For simple drive control applications using relay logic or a micro PLC, the SP4201 drive’s inbuilt programmable controller is suitable. The on-board PLC is configured using an easy-to-use ladder logic program editor.

Back-Up Power Supplies for Continuous Operation

Start up routines are eliminated and safety back up for critical equipment is provided, ensuring your SP4201 drive is always ready for action.

• 24VDC input for control - Allows the control circuits of {part number} Unidrive SP to remain active when the AC supply is removed. This enables Fieldbus modules, application modules and encoders to continue to operate
• 48-96VDC input for power - Allows the drives power output to control the motor, often used for emergency back-up situations such as for moving elevators to an exit during a power supply failure

AFi Systems are happy to help with all Unidrive SP SP4201 15kW variable frequency drive requests, and can ship drives and options to you quickly.

Fast Commissioning

The Unidrive SP can be set up quickly and easily thanks to the software and Smartcard. There are two types of software that can be used with the Unidrive SP - CTSoft and CTScope.

CTSoft

CTSoft is a drive configuration tool for commissioning, optimising and monitoring Control Techniques drives. With CTSoft, you can:

• Use the configuration tool to commission your drive
• Read, save and load drive configuration settings
• Manage the drives Smartcard data
• Visualise and modify the configuration with live animated diagrams

CTScope

This is a full featured software oscilloscope for viewing and analysing changing values within the drive. The time base can be set to give high speed capture for tuning or for longer term trends. The user interface is based on a traditional oscilloscope, making it familiar and friendly to all engineers across the globe.

Autotune is a feature accessible through CTSoft or the keypad to help you to get the best performance by measuring the motor and machine attributes and automatically optimising control parameters.

Any Questions?

If you require any assistance to ensure that this 15kW inverter drive from the Unidrive SP line is suitable for your application and environment, give us a call or drop us an email for help. AFi Systems are happy to help with all Unidrive SP SP4201 15kW inverter requests, and can ship drives and options to you quickly.

SP4201 Specifications