I compiled a list of the most popular frequency drives that I am aware of, here you go:

ABB ACS880: The ABB ACS880 is a modular VFD that offers high performance, flexibility, and ease of use. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, including pumps, fans, and conveyors.

Siemens Sinamics G120: The Siemens Sinamics G120 is a compact VFD that offers advanced control features and high power density. It is ideal for use in industries such as water/wastewater, HVAC, and food and beverage.

Schneider Electric Altivar Process ATV600: The Schneider Electric Altivar Process ATV600 is a high-performance VFD that offers advanced control features, including predictive maintenance and cybersecurity. It is ideal for process applications such as pumping, mixing, and ventilation.

Danfoss VLT AutomationDrive FC 302: The Danfoss VLT AutomationDrive FC 302 is a versatile VFD that offers high performance and energy efficiency. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, including pumps, fans, and conveyors.

Yaskawa V1000: The Yaskawa V1000 is a compact and cost-effective VFD that offers advanced control features and energy efficiency. It is suitable for a range of applications, including HVAC, water/wastewater, and material handling.

Overall, these VFDs are popular due to their advanced features, flexibility, and reliability, making them suitable for a range of industries and applications.

Are Fanuc Drives Still Relevant?

Yes, Fanuc drives are still relevant in today's industrial automation and motion control applications. Fanuc is a leading manufacturer of industrial automation equipment, and their drives are widely used in various industries such as automotive, aerospace, electronics, and more.

Fanuc drives offer several advantages, including high reliability, precise control, and flexibility. They are designed to work with a range of motors and offer advanced features such as torque control, speed control, and position control.

Moreover, Fanuc drives have been developed over the years to keep up with the changing requirements of the industry. They are available in various models, each designed to meet specific application needs, including AC drives, servo drives, and spindle drives.

Overall, Fanuc drives remain a popular choice for industrial automation and motion control applications due to their proven track record of reliability and performance, along with their advanced features and flexibility.

I haven't seen a Fanuc drive factory installed in any of the new equipment we bought that's why I asked but apparently Fanuc is still kickin'

Hello,
What is a Schmidt Trigger? I have a position feedback device on the end of the x axis table on a milling machine that hasn't been accurate for a while. I tried swapping the x and Y axis feedback devices and the problem stays with the x axis so it is not the encoder (or whatever type of feedback this is). The machine is old but it doesn't appear to be this unit.

I spoke with the previous owner of the business and casually mentioned the problem. He said it sounds like I've got a bad Schmidt trigger circuit. Any thoughts on this?

Thanks!

Thanks for posting the troubleshooting tips, they may come in handy down the road. My problem at the moment all lies within the tape reader. It just ignores the tape and feeds it through.

Hello guys,
Anyone into vintage machine tools here? I've got a few older stamping presses, lathes, drill presses, and milling machines in my shop.

I like to keep the older machine tools running versus replacing them with imported machines of today. Anyone here share my passion for vintage machine shop equipment? I'd like to see some pics if you've got classic machines that still run.

Hello guys,
I know this is an industrial long-shot, but does anyone have technical info or a service manual for any of the old Pratt and Whitney Tape-O-Matic equipment. I have an old tape-o-matic machine with a lot of tapes.

The machine is rock solid and hasn't been used in years. I'm hoping to resurrect this system with any investment right now. I can invest money into a controls upgrade as early as next year, but for now I'm hoping to get the tape portion of the control working again.

The tape reader won't read the tapes, reels turn but the tape just feeds through and the controls don't respond. All the servos on the machine work fine in manual mode.

Any tape-o-matic tech support would be greatly appreciated. Thank You!