AC Drive

Commander variable speed drives have established the standard of excellence in motor control since 1983 when Control Techniques launched the first world commercial vector drive. Since then, Commander has undergone several successful enhancements, each time bringing new technology and innovations to the world of automation.

The new Commander C series has been designed to be a simple and compact AC motor speed controller that meets advanced requirements for a wide range of applications while optimizing the user experience.

  Set just 4 parameters to get your drive started
  Plug-in options for advanced control
  Dual Safe Torque Off (STO)
  Equipped with the latest energy saving features
  Up to 180% overload for high torque applications
  On board PLC
  Straightforward installation and commissioning
  Easy motor pairing and performance control
  Robust and reliable design

Setting up a drive can require training, specialist knowledge and time.

But Commander C will get you up and running, from out of the box to controlling your motor, in minutes.

Three simple steps will set up your drive for most fan, pump, compressor, conveyor and general purpose applications! 

Control Mode

Open loop vector or V / Hz induction motor control ???  

Open loop Rotor Flux Control for induction motors (RFC-A)

Applications

Whatever your application, Commander C is the perfect solution across industries

The Commander series are simple and compact AC motor speed controllers that meet advanced requirements in a wide range of applications. Their small footprint – among the smallest in their class – makes them ideal for machine builders and OEMs, where space is at a premium.

motor control of pumps ventilators and compressors with general purpose variable speed drives

Pumping, Ventilating & Compressing

Improved energy efficiency during periods of low demand

On board PLC & PID functionalities make advanced control easy and efficient without the need of an external controller

Skip Frequencies allow users to easily avoid equipment resonant frequencies, reducing high vibration levels

Supply Loss Ride Through will keep the drive up and running through most power disturbances

general purpose drives for accurate remote speed control of conveyor belts

Conveying

Accurate remote speed control with fieldbus communications

S-ramp acceleration / deceleration profiling provides smooth speed transitions minimizing machine jerk

Avoids early wear and tear of the equipment

Overload capacity up to 180%

Control Techniques general purpose drives for lifting hoisting and winching

Lifting, Hoisting & Winching

Adjustable mechanical brake sequencing with torque proving function

Embedded PLC functionality can manage local I/O reducing the need for an external controller

Access control variable speed drives for motion control

Access Control

Smooth motion with enhanced open loop control

Small physical size allows the drive to be mounted easily in smaller enclosures

Highly reliable in harsh environments, providing long lasting service

general purpose drives for stable motor control for processing mixers kneaders agitators extruders

Processing (Mixers, Kneaders, Crushers, Agitators, Centrifuges, Extruders)

Ease of integration to external PLC or other management systems through networking options

Conformal coating for enhanced environmental protection

Overload capacity up to 180%

Highly stable motor control