How to size cables in high-power drive systems? Most common power connection in between drive system components is a cable. In this post we look at some factors to consider when sizing cables in high-power medium voltage variable frequency drive (MV VFD) systems. Cable basics Let’s start with some basics Read more
Most common medium voltage VFD topologies in comparison Abstract Medium voltage drives consist of several topologies. While some of them are seldom found in industrial applications, others are very popular and create integral part of the portfolio of most global VFD manufacturers. In this article we look at the most Read more
LCI celebrates 50 years anniversary! It is little bit hard to believe but the high-power drive champion LCI celebrates 50 years anniversary in 2024. We take this opportunity to look back at the history of this matador and maybe also a little outlook. Birth of LCI in 1974 It was Read more
Get our Blog Book in pdf format Do you enjoy reading our blog online? Then you might be interested to get your own copy of all our blog posts in form of a digital blog book. History of our blog We had the idea to write posts about medium voltage Read more
Variable Speed Motors – Which type suits the best? Electric variable speed drive system consists as minimum of a VFD and an electric motor. So the question is: Which motor type suits the best for variable speed control? As usual, the answer depends on multiple factors. Among those factors belong Read more
Overdimensioning of VSDS – What are the consequences? How to dimension a variable speed drive system (VSDS) properly? Underdimensioning is a No Go but what about overdimensioning? Besides the initial investment cost, how does overdimensioning affect the technical side of the system? This post answers the most relevant questions related Read more
What is the difference between VFD and VDS? This article aims to answer one relatively simple question: What is the difference between VFD and VSD? As the question was raised again recently, we would like to deliver an understandable explanation. Let’s start with the abbreviations first to ensure that we Read more
VFD switching frequency The heart of every variable frequency drive (VFD) is the power semiconductor. By switching on and off in a proper modulation scheme the frequency conversion functionality is achieved. Let’s look at various aspects of VFD switching frequency. Switching frequency of medium voltage VFDs Having medium voltage VFD Read more
Which one is your VFD hero? VFDs, together with their rotating partners (motors) perform lot of work behind the scene. As we already know, there are multiple VFD topologies available on the market. While they all fulfill the basic purpose, such as soft starting of the machine and speed or Read more
VFD versus gas turbine In this post we are going to compare two variable speed drive solutions: an electric drive consisting of a VFD and a motor and a gas turbine. Gas turbine is an internal combustion engine, i.e. an energy conversion device that converts energy stored in the fuel Read more