Interact Analysis says silicon carbide is redrawing the low-voltage drive map. Here’s why SmartD already ships a full-SiC Clean Power VFD — while incumbents evaluate.
One VFD for multiple motors: Simplicity Has a Price Why Run Multiple Motors on One VFD? At first, the idea looks obvious. Several motors must run at the same speed. So why install several variable frequency drives when you can run multiple motors on one VFD? One drive means fewer components, less wiring, less panel […]
For years, harmonic distortion was treated as a cost of doing business — something you managed with an external filter cabinet bolted on after the fact. A new analysis from Interact Analysis suggests that assumption is quietly expiring, and data centers are the reason. The demand signal According to Interact Analysis (Rising demand for low-harmonic […]
In the fast-paced world of industrial engineering and project design, the difference between a smooth execution and a delayed project often comes down to one thing: the quality of the initial specifications. We just released of our newly updated Consulting & Engineering Specifications document. Re-engineered based on feedback from the field and the latest industry […]
Why the Smallest Currents Matter: Understanding Leakage Current and Ground Faults in Modern VFDs Imagine a bustling manufacturing plant where machines produce thousands of components every hour. The electrical cabinets buzz with energy, and a labyrinth of cables branches out to every corner, connecting motors large and small. In one corner stands a shiny new […]
Understanding VFD 2-Wire and 3-Wire Preset Configurations Recent discussions with my colleagues motivated me to write this article—to explain, simplify, and share the concept of 2-wire and 3-wire preset configurations in Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs). Whether you’re an experienced engineer or you’re new to industrial automation, this guide will clarify how these wiring modes work, […]
Evidence of Performance in Harmonics solving We are excited to announce the release of our latest white paper, “Solving Harmonics with SmartD’s Clean Power VFD”. This comprehensive document delves into the critical issue of electrical distortion in Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and showcases how SmartD Technologies’ innovative Clean Power VFD offers a groundbreaking solution. These […]
