Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Electric
Product No.: FR-A820-18.5K
Country of origin:United States
Product Type: Variable Frequency Drives
Payment: T/T, Western Union
Weight: 500g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
Designed for heavy-duty industrial motor control, the Mitsubishi Electric FR-A820-18.5K delivers precise speed and torque regulation across high-demand automation architectures. Operating on a three-phase input, this high-performance variable frequency drive features advanced vector control algorithms to optimize motor efficiency and system reliability. Designed for integration into demanding environments, its robust electrical design accommodates voltage fluctuations and handles high load dynamics, making it an essential component for critical machinery and process control systems.
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Electric |
| Model Number | FR-A820-18.5K |
| Series | FREQROL-A800 |
| Product Type | Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Inverter |
| Rated Input Voltage | Three-phase 200 to 240 VAC |
| Rated Input Frequency | 50 Hz / 60 Hz |
| Permissible AC Voltage Fluctuation | 170 to 264 VAC |
| Permissible Frequency Fluctuation | +/- 5% |
| Enclosure Rating | IP20 |
| Shipping Weight | 16.5 kg |
This unit serves as a functional upgrade path for legacy FR-A720-18.5K models. While physical dimensions and mounting holes are highly compatible, terminal configurations and control logic terminal layouts should be cross-referenced. Parameter sets can be migrated efficiently using FR Configurator2 software via the USB port.
In enclosed control cabinets, this IP20 unit dissipates considerable thermal energy under full 18.5 kW load. Ensure cabinet cooling fans are sized to handle the drive’s heat loss. To protect the inverter's input rectifier stage, an input AC reactor must be installed if the main power transformer capacity is 500 kVA or more, or if thyristor loads are on the same line.
Always use symmetric shielded motor cables grounded at both ends to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI) and protect motor bearings from capacitive shaft currents. Ensure that the control circuit wiring is routed completely separate from the main circuit power lines to prevent induced signal noise.
CRITICAL WARNING:
Hazard of electrical shock. Ensure all incoming AC mains power is completely isolated and locked out before starting installation. Wait at least 10 minutes after disconnecting power for the internal DC bus capacitors to discharge. Always measure the voltage between terminals P/+ and N/- with a reliable voltmeter to ensure it is below 45 VDC before touching connections.
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