I use mitsubishi VFDs particularly the e700 series. They use a rs-485 serial connection.
I have a python program to communicate with them. I've also toyed with a Yaskawa drive with Classicladder over modbus. These are expensive drives to buy new, but can be found on Ebay. Just other options available. Chris M ________________________________ From: dragon <[email protected]> Sent: February 2, 2017 2:35 AM To: Enhanced Machine Controller (EMC) Subject: [Emc-users] VFD recommendations I want to start looking for VFDs for my lathe and mill conversions. I have two 2hp 3 phase motors to use for the spindles. Of course if I came across a 3hp for the lathe some day it might get upgraded. Are there any drawbacks to using MODBUS instead of the usual analog 10v interface? Does anyone have suggestions for particular brands or models of VFD? I have worked with several Hitachi and one Toshiba VFD but that is all. Remember that these are home/hobby machines and I do need to try to keep costs down, but I don't want to be penny wise and pound foolish either. Thanks! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Check out the vibrant tech community on one of the world's most engaging tech sites, SlashDot.org! http://sdm.link/slashdot _______________________________________________ Emc-users mailing list [email protected] https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/emc-users
