Mitsubishi Electric FR-D800 series inverters

Mitsubishi Electric’s FR-D800 series inverters are designed to deliver good performance, easy operation and improved energy efficiency for a wide range of industrial applications, including conveyors, pumps, food processing equipment and textile machinery. Selected models are also suitable for harsh, corrosive environments, due to circuit board protection meeting IEC 60721-3-3:1994 3C2/3S2 standards (these protected models are identified with a ‘-60’ suffix in the part number). The inverters can also control both induction and permanent magnet (PM) motors, eliminating the need for multiple inverters for different motor types.

With a focus on user-friendliness, the inverters feature a door-style surface cover and integrated wiring to make installation fast and easy. The FR-D800 is up to 37% smaller than its equivalent predecessor, reducing enclosure size requirements, and allowing for more flexible mounting and reduced installation costs. A new USB Type-C interface lets users set parameters directly from a PC without powering up the inverter, streamlining both set-up and maintenance.

The inverters can help save energy with advanced synchronous motor control, which reduces power consumption and cuts operating costs. A high-efficiency motor drive and lower standby power consumption also contribute to a reduced carbon footprint, supporting more sustainable production practices. Models in the series are designed for different voltage requirements, including single-phase 100 and 200 V, and three-phase 400 V options.

Built-in support for popular Ethernet protocols including CC-Link IE TSN, Modbus/TCP and EtherNet/IP helps with seamless integration into existing industrial networks, enabling users to quickly incorporate the inverters into their digital manufacturing and smart production environments. Preventive maintenance functions include lifetime diagnostics for key components like capacitors and fans, helping operators spot potential issues early, especially when using the FR Configurator2 support software. Anomaly detection based on current patterns helps reduce the risk of unexpected downtime, and when a fault does occur, analysis functions have been designed to solve the problem quickly.