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==== Emergency Stop ====
==== Emergency Stop ====
=== Drive Unit ===
==== Configuration ====
* Use Variable Torque (VT) mode for pump control (power is proportional to the cube of the speed).
==== Alternatives Evaluated ====
Automation Direct GS4-2015:
* Substantially larger: 12.60" L x 7.48" W x 7.48" D (versus 8.15" L x 4.29" W x 6.06" D for the GS3).
* Support for 1-phase operation (not needed for this application).
* Slightly reduced CT/VT ratings: 47A/49A vs. 49A/51A for the GS3.
* Slightly worse low temperature rating: -10 °C vs. -20 °C for the GS3 (not an issue).
* No FOC or torque control mode?
* No USB port?
* Slightly more/better analog/digital I/O options vs. the GS3 (not needed for this application).
* Might not be compatible with permanent magnet AC motors?
Others:
* ABB ACS310-03U-50A8-2: Larger, expensive ($1,100).


=== Line Reactor ===
=== Line Reactor ===
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[[File:FFSC-005 Pg 7 - VFD Panel Reactor Placement Study.png|300px]]
[[File:FFSC-005 Pg 7 - VFD Panel Reactor Placement Study.png|300px]]
[[File:FFSC-005 Pg 10 - Main Pump Motor VFD.png|300px]]
[[File:FFSC-005 Pg 10 - Main Pump Motor VFD.png|300px]]


=== Bill of Materials ===
=== Bill of Materials ===
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<b>Not Included:</b> DIN rail, terminals, small fuse terminal(s), control wire, etc.
<b>Not Included:</b> DIN rail, terminals, small fuse terminal(s), control wire, etc.


=== Motor Cable ===
=== Motor Cable ===


Shielded VFD cabling may be required to contain high-frequency emissions.  Automation Direct has #8 AWG 4-conductor XLPE insulated shielded cable, rated for 50 A at 75 &deg;C (NEC 310.15 (B), assumes 30 &deg;C ambient) for $8.08/ft (August 2021 pricing).  The cable is made in USA by Southwire.  This cable has an OD of 0.87 inches and minimum bend radius of 10 inches.  Calculations suggest a 1-1/4" conduit may be necessary to pull a cable of this diameter with adequate fill margin.  The existing PVC conduit appears to be about 3/4" (to confirm), which would need to be replaced.
Shielded VFD cabling may be required to contain high-frequency emissions.  Automation Direct has #8 AWG 4-conductor XLPE insulated shielded cable, rated for 50 A at 75 &deg;C (NEC 310.15 (B), assumes 30 &deg;C ambient) for $8.08/ft (August 2021 pricing).  The cable is made in USA by Southwire.  This cable has an OD of 0.87 inches and minimum bend radius of 10 inches.  Calculations suggest a 1-1/4" conduit may be necessary to pull a cable of this diameter with adequate fill margin.  The existing PVC conduit appears to be about 3/4" (to confirm), which would need to be replaced.
=== Configuration ===
* Use Variable Torque (VT) mode for pump control (power is proportional to the cube of the speed).
=== Alternatives Evaluated ===
==== Automation Direct GS4-2015 ====
* Substantially larger: 12.60" L x 7.48" W x 7.48" D (versus 8.15" L x 4.29" W x 6.06" D for the GS3).
* Support for 1-phase operation (not needed for this application).
* Slightly reduced CT/VT ratings: 47A/49A vs. 49A/51A for the GS3.
* Slightly worse low temperature rating: -10 &deg;C vs. -20 &deg;C for the GS3 (not an issue).
* No FOC or torque control mode?
* No USB port?
* Slightly more/better analog/digital I/O options vs. the GS3 (not needed for this application).
* Might not be compatible with permanent magnet AC motors?
==== Others ====
* ABB ACS310-03U-50A8-2: Larger, expensive ($1,100).


== Prior Modifications Evaluated ==
== Prior Modifications Evaluated ==

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