{"product_id":"mitsubishi-electric-fr-a820-30k-060-fr-a800-series-variable-frequency-drive-inverter","title":"Mitsubishi Electric FR-A820-30K-060 FR-A800 Series Variable Frequency Drive Inverter","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eEngineered to provide precise speed and torque control for demanding three-phase motor applications, the \u003cstrong\u003eMitsubishi Electric FR-A820-30K-060\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance variable frequency drive (VFD) from the premium FR-A800 series. This 200V class inverter features a multi-duty rating structure, allowing a single physical unit to be configured for Super Light Duty (SLD), Light Duty (LD), Normal Duty (ND), or Heavy Duty (HD) operation depending on the load dynamics of the system. Equipped with advanced sensorless vector control, high-response speed control, and an integrated PLC function, the \u003cstrong\u003eFR-A820-30K-060\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures reliable motor performance, energy efficiency, and seamless integration into industrial automation networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour-Class Multi-Duty Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dynamically configurable to match the specific torque and current demands of different motor loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal-Time Sensorless Vector Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Achieves high torque at ultra-low speeds without requiring an encoder feedback loop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated PLC Functionality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows custom control logic and sequence programs to run directly on the drive, reducing the need for external controllers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional response rates to load changes, minimizing speed fluctuations and stabilizing system operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Safety Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes hardware-based safety stop circuits complying with international safe torque off (STO) safety standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type: square; color: #2d3748; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy Conveyors and Material Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides smooth starting torque and precise speed control under variable mechanical loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial Fans and Blowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optimizes power consumption using energy-saving algorithms in variable torque applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinding and Tension Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensures consistent tension control in paper, film, and textile processing machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumping Stations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents water hammer effects with smooth acceleration and deceleration ramp profiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtruders and Mixers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers high continuous torque at low operating speeds for uniform material processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecification Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eMitsubishi Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eFR-A820-30K-060\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eVoltage Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e200V Class (Three-Phase Input \/ Output)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSuper Light Duty (SLD) Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e37 kW \/ 154 A (Rated Current)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLight Duty (LD) Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e37 kW \/ 140 A (Rated Current)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNormal Duty (ND) Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e30 kW \/ 115 A (Rated Current)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHeavy Duty (HD) Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e22 kW \/ 90 A (Rated Current)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eControl Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eV\/F Control, Advanced Magnetic Flux Vector Control, Real-Time Sensorless Vector Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e-10 degC to 50 degC (non-freezing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eActual Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e23.0 kg (50.7 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e30.0 kg (66.1 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections and Interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; color: #2d3748;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #1a365d;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTerminal \/ Port\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"text-align: left; padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDescription \/ Assignment\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eR\/L1, S\/L2, T\/L3\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eThree-Phase AC power input terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eU, V, W\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eThree-Phase AC output terminals to the motor\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eP\/+, N\/-\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eDC link terminals for connecting an external brake unit or DC reactor\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eControl Terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eAnalog input (0-10V, 4-20mA), digital inputs, relay outputs, and safety stop terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRS-485\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eStandard Modbus-RTU communication interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEmpirical Engineering Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe FR-A820-30K-060 is backward compatible with legacy FR-A720 series models of equivalent capacity. When substituting an older drive, parameters can be transferred using the FR Configurator2 software. However, engineers should verify physical mounting footprints and any custom PLC ladder programs running on the drive, as execution cycles in the FR-A800 series are significantly faster than in predecessor units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhen utilizing this drive in Super Light Duty (SLD) mode at 37 kW, the unit has lower overload tolerance (110% for 60 seconds) compared to Heavy Duty (HD) mode (150% for 60 seconds). Do not use the SLD profile on high-friction or high-inertia applications like heavy mixers or reciprocating compressors, as frequent overcurrent trips (E.OC1 to E.OC3) may occur during rapid acceleration phases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eAlways ensure that Parameter 570 (Multiple rating selection) is set correctly prior to executing auto-tuning. Attempting to tune the motor with a mismatched duty class will result in incorrect internal stator resistance estimation, leading to unstable sensorless vector performance. Shielded motor cables must be grounded directly at the drive ground terminal to minimize common-mode electrical noise affecting nearby analog instrumentation loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 15px; margin-bottom: 1.5rem; color: #9b2c2c;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eCRITICAL WARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hazardous voltages remain present in the internal DC link capacitors for several minutes after the main AC power supply has been disconnected. Before performing any physical wiring, terminal tightening, or card installations, verify that the charge indicator LED on the front panel is completely extinguished and measure the DC voltage between terminals P\/+ and N\/- to confirm it is below 20V. Failure to de-energize and verify safety can result in severe electrical shock, permanent equipment damage, or death.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 28px; height: 28px; margin-right: 15px; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount the inverter vertically on a flat, non-flammable vertical surface. Maintain a minimum clearance of 50mm above and below the unit, and 10mm on both sides, to ensure unobstructed ventilation and optimal convective heat dissipation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 28px; height: 28px; margin-right: 15px; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Power Grounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ground the inverter unit securely to the system ground. For 200V class installations, the grounding resistance must be 100 ohms or less. Run a dedicated ground lead back to the distribution panel rather than daisy-chaining multiple drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; border-radius: 50%; min-width: 28px; height: 28px; margin-right: 15px; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl Signal Separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Route control signal and communication wiring separately from main power input (R, S, T) and motor output (U, V, W) cabling. Use shielded twisted-pair cables for analog speed reference signals and ground the shield at the drive end only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53102139146603,"sku":"FR-A820-30K-060","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/FR-A820-30K-060-a4ffg0uwtgk.png?v=1776137437","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/fa\/products\/mitsubishi-electric-fr-a820-30k-060-fr-a800-series-variable-frequency-drive-inverter","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}