Monday 17 November 2008
Kit for component drives enables fast and safe configuration
The kit, from ABB, brings additional value to processes by saving time and ensuring safety as it can now remain in the delivery boxes during configuration.
The new kits from ABB save time by remaining in their box during configuration.
ABB has announced the Australian launch of its new drive configuration tool DriveConfig kit.
The kit is a PC configuration tool for ABB component drives ACS55, offering fast and safe configuration of unpowered drives.
According to the company, DriveConfig enables parameter setting and software updating without the need for a power connection.
The kit features on-line drive control and monitoring of up to four signals simultaneously.
DriveConfig can be used in an offline mode, which enables parameter setting at the office even before going to the actual site. The parameter browser enables viewing, editing and saving of parameters.
The parameter comparison feature makes it possible to compare parameter values between the drive and the file.
Features include:
- Unpowered drive configuration,
- Viewing and setting parameters in offline mode,
- Editing, saving and downloading parameters,
- Comparing parameters,
- Graphical and numerical signal monitoring, and
- Drive control (start, stop and reference)
When used with the ACS55 drive, the kit brings additional value to processes by saving time and ensuring safety.
DriveConfig kit includes:
- Hardware and cables,
- PC software,
- User's manual in English (hardcopy and PDF),
- Battery charger and Serial port (RFDT-01) / USB adapter (RFDT-02).
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