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Fans, pumps and compressors, new or retrofit, are among applications for Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 6000 medium-voltage ac drives from Rockwell Automation. These include variable torque and constant torque applications. Courtesy: Intermountain Electronics

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Four risks to consider when choosing a medium-voltage drive

This medium-voltage drive, the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 7000 Drive System with ArcShield Technology from Rockwell Automation, also has regeneration capabilities. The arc-resistant system is certified to meet global arc-resistant standards. The system provides an arc fault rating up to 50 kA and meets Type 2B accessibility protection standards. Courtesy: Intermountain Electronics

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Enhance safety with the right medium-voltage drive

A drive that supports remote monitoring allows a vendor to monitor its performance. The vendor can notify of any faults, warnings or performance outside of a defined tolerance. Image shows the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 6000 medium-voltage ac drives from Rockwell Automation, which allow for flexibility in a variety of applications, new and retrofit, variable torque, and constant torque. Courtesy: Intermountain Electronics

Motors and Drives

Low-priced medium-voltage drives can have long-term costs