{"product_id":"mitsubishi-electric-fr-a840-00310-2-60-fr-a800-variable-frequency-drive-inverter","title":"Mitsubishi Electric FR-A840-00310-2-60 FR-A800 Variable Frequency Drive Inverter","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eDelivering exceptional motor control and energy efficiency in high-demand environments, the \u003cstrong\u003eMitsubishi Electric FR-A840-00310-2-60\u003c\/strong\u003e is a three-phase, 400V class variable frequency drive engineered for the \u003cstrong\u003eFR-A800 Series\u003c\/strong\u003e control platform. Featuring advanced vector control algorithms and a robust IP20 protective structure, this inverter is designed to drive induction and permanent magnet motors with high precision. This specific model features factory-applied conformal circuit board coating (suffix -60) to protect internal electronics against dust, humidity, and corrosive atmospheric contaminants, making it highly reliable for heavy industrial environments.\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\u003eConformal PCB Coating (-60):\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard circuit boards are coated to guard against harsh environmental ingress, extending operational life in demanding conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReal Sensorless Vector Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Achieves high torque at zero speed and precise speed control without requiring physical encoder feedback.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Overload Ratings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports Super Light Duty (SLD) and standard duty cycles to optimize performance and sizing across different load profiles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in Safety Function:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features integrated dual-channel safety emergency stop inputs (SIL2\/PLd) to simplify compliance with machinery safety directives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy Optimization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dynamic auto-tuning and energy-saving algorithms significantly reduce power consumption under variable load conditions.\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\u003eCentrifugal Pumps and Fans:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for variable torque municipal water systems, cooling towers, and industrial ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides smooth acceleration and deceleration curves for industrial conveyors, hoists, and positioning tables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtruders and Mixers:\u003c\/strong\u003e High starting torque capabilities handle heavy-duty startup loads easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachine Tool Spindles:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-speed precision control suited for metalworking and wood-processing machinery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications Table\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; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #cbd5e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; 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; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\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; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eFR-A840-00310-2-60\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eFR-A800\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eVoltage Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e400 V Class (Three-Phase)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eRated Input AC Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e380 to 500 V AC, 50Hz \/ 60Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePermissible AC Voltage Fluctuation\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e323 to 550 V AC, 50Hz \/ 60Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePermissible Frequency Fluctuation\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e+\/-5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eSLD Rated Inverter Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e31.0 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eType Designation\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e-2 (CA Type)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003ePCB Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eWith circuit board coating (-60), without plated copper conductor\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eCooling System\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eForced Air Cooling\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eProtective Structure\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eIP20 (Enclosed Type)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eAmbient Operating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: -10 to 50 degC (non-freezing)\"\u003e-10 to 50 degC (LD\/ND\/HD ratings), -10 to 40 degC (SLD rating)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e8.3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eShipping Weight (Calculated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e11.0 kg\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; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #cbd5e0;\"\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eTerminal Group\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFunction \/ Circuit 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; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eR\/L1, S\/L2, T\/L3\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eThree-phase AC power input connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eU, V, W\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eThree-phase output terminals to induction or PM 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; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eP\/+, PR, N\/-\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eBrake resistor and DC link connections (external brake options)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eS1, S2, SC\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eSafety stop input circuit terminals (dual channel safety cut-off)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; font-weight: bold; border-right: 1px solid #e2e8f0;\"\u003eControl Terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eProgrammable digital inputs, analog frequency setting, and relay outputs\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\u003ch3\u003eAlternative Models \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eThe FR-A840-00310-2-60 belongs to the premium FR-A800 generation, directly succeeding older FR-A740 models. Parameter migration can be executed smoothly using the FR Configurator2 software tool. Note that because of changes in footprint dimensions and terminal spacing between generation series, physical cabinet layout verification is required when retrofitting existing backplates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication Pitfalls \u0026amp; Engineering Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eWhen utilizing the drive in its Super Light Duty (SLD) rating of 31.0A for centrifugal loads, the permissible ambient temperature drops to 40 degC without derating. If the drive is integrated inside a tightly sealed NEMA\/IP cabinet where temperatures can reach 50 degC, you must calculate thermal dissipation carefully or utilize the standard Light Duty (LD) or Normal Duty (ND) current curves to avoid overtemperature trip alarms (such as E.THT).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommissioning \u0026amp; Wiring Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin-bottom: 1rem;\"\u003eTo prevent common EMC interference issues with nearby instrumentation, ensure motor cables are shielded and terminated with low-impedance earthing clamps at both the drive ground plate and the motor terminal box. Always keep the safety bypass jumpers intact across S1-PC and S2-PC if safety circuits are not connected; removing these jumpers without a dedicated safety relay will trigger an immediate E.SAF fault, halting the drive operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff5f5; border-left: 4px solid #c53030; padding: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color: #9b2c2c; display: block; margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\"\u003eCRITICAL WARNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"color: #9b2c2c; margin: 0;\"\u003eDisconnect all electrical input lines and verify zero voltage on the DC bus link terminals (P\/+ to N\/-) using a verified voltmeter before performing any wiring, terminal changes, or internal component replacements. The internal capacitors store high-voltage charges that require up to 10 minutes to safely bleed down after primary de-energization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 1rem; margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start;\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan style=\"display: inline-flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; min-width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px;\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eMount the VFD vertically on a flat, non-flammable vertical backplate to optimize convection and airflow paths through the heat sink.\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; min-width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eMaintain safe spacing of at least 50mm on each side and 100mm above and below the unit to ensure adequate forced air intake and discharge pathways.\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; min-width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; background-color: #2b6cb0; color: #ffffff; font-weight: bold; margin-right: 12px;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color: #2d3748; margin: 0;\"\u003eEnsure the protective earth (PE) grounding conductor is securely connected to the designated ground lug, using the thickest gauge copper wire permissible under local code requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mitsubishi Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53102133182827,"sku":"FR-A840-00310-2-60","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/fr-a840-00310-2-60-heey2xg4bv1.png?v=1776137445","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/fa\/products\/mitsubishi-electric-fr-a840-00310-2-60-fr-a800-variable-frequency-drive-inverter","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}