Lenze AC Tech SMVector Variable Frequency Drive Review (2022)

This technically advanced inverter drive continues Lenze – AC Tech’s tradition of innovative compact inverter design. The performance and flexibility make the SMVector an attractive solution for a broad range of AC Motor applications and with several communications protocols available, networking drives and components into a system solution can be done now or in the future. The SMVector NEMA 1 (IP31) is the most common and cost effective drive enclosure for a wide range of applications including packaging, material handling / conveying, positive displacement pumping, and HVAC systems. The power ranges of the SMVector with NEMA 1 (IP31) include: 120/240V – 1Phase Input, up to 1.5 HP (1.1 kW) 200/240V – 1 or 3 Phase Input, up to 3.0 HP (2.2 kW) 200/240V – 3 Phase Input, up to 20 HP (15 kW) 400/480V – 3 Phase Input, up to 60 HP (45 kW) 480/600V – 3 Phase Input, up to 60 HP (45 kW) The SMVector Series can be used with 3-phase AC induction motors and is available in NEMA 1 (IP31) , NEMA 4X (IP65) ¹ and NEMA 4X (IP65) ¹ with an integral disconnect switch. Filtered input versions of the SMV are available in NEMA 4X (IP65) models for compliance with the CE EMC directive. Programmable digital and analog I/O allow the drive to be configured for many application specific tasks such as multiple preset speeds, electronic braking and motor jogging to name a few. Like all Lenze – AC Tech sub-micro drives, the SMVector uses EPM memory technology for fast and efficient programming....