Yaskawa VS-616PC5/P5 series variable torque frequency converter

Product basic positioning

This document is the user manual for Yaskawa VS-616PC5/P5 variable torque frequency converter, only applicable to software versions 5110/5120 and above models.

Series: VS-616PC5 (low power), VS-616P5 (high power)

Voltage: 230V level, 460V level

Power: 0.5HP -500HP

Control mode: sine wave PWM+global automatic torque boosting

Applicable loads: Variable torque loads such as pumps, fans, conveyors, etc

Core specification parameters

Electrical and Environmental

Project parameters

Output frequency 0.1-400Hz

Frequency accuracy number: 0.01%; Simulation: 0.1%

Overload capacity VT: 120%/1min; CT：150%/1min

Carrier frequency 2.5-15kHz (n054 setting)

Environmental temperature -10-+40 ℃ (NEMA1); -10-+45 ℃ (open shelf)

Protection level IP20 (NEMA1), IP00 (open rack)

Model differentiation

PC5：0.5–25HP， Compact book style

P5：30–500HP， High power models

Torque mode: n116=1 (VT variable torque), n116=0 (CT constant torque)

Installation specifications

Installation direction: It must be installed vertically to ensure smooth cooling air ducts

Distance requirement: Up and down * * ≥ 120mm * *, left and right * * ≥ 50mm**

Environmental taboos: dustproof, moisture-proof, corrosion-resistant, no direct sunlight

Disassembly and assembly of the operator: Disassemble after power off, and do not plug or unplug with power on

Wiring instructions

1. Main circuit terminal

Terminal function

L1/L2/L3 three-phase power input

T1/T2/T3 frequency converter output connected to motor

B1/B2 brake resistor connection

G (E) Grounding (230V: ≤ 100 Ω; 460V: ≤ 10 Ω)

2. Control circuit terminals

Terminal function

S1 running forward

S2 reverse operation

S3-S6 multifunctional input (fault, reset, multi-stage speed, etc.)

FV/FI analog quantity given (0-10V/4-20mA)

MA/MB/MC fault relay output

M1/M2 multifunctional output

3. Wiring taboos

It is strictly prohibited to connect the power supply to the T1/T2/T3 output terminals

Motor line length * * ≤ 100m * *, carrier frequency needs to be reduced for long distances

Separate strong and weak electrical wiring, use shielded wires for control lines

Operation mode

Two control modes

Local: Directly controlled by JVOP-130P panel for start stop and speed regulation

Remote: Controlled by control terminals or MODBUS communication

Switch: Panel LOCAL/REMOTE key, parameter n002 setting

Basic operating procedures

Power on inspection shows normal operation

Select operation mode

Set the rated current of the motor (n033)

Set acceleration and deceleration time (n018/n019)

Start the operation, observe the steering and current

Core parameter function (n001 – n116)

1. Basic parameters

Default values for parameter functions

N001 Password/Initialization 1

N002 operation mode selection 3 (remote terminal)

N011 maximum frequency 60.0Hz

N018 acceleration time 1 10.0s

N019 deceleration time 1 10.0s

N033 motor rated current model matching

N069 stops DC braking for 0.0 seconds

2. Advanced features

Multi speed: 4 fixed frequencies (n024-n027)

PID control: closed-loop constant voltage/constant current/constant temperature (n084 open)

Frequency hopping function: Avoid resonance points (n062-n064)

Energy saving control: light load automatic voltage reduction (n096 on)

S-curve: Smooth start stop, reduce impact (n022)

Protection function

The frequency converter has complete protection, and stops outputting and alarms when there is a fault:

OC: Overcurrent (approximately * * 200% * * rated current)

OV: Overvoltage (DC>410V/820V)

UV: Under voltage

GF: Grounding fault

OL1: Motor overload

OL2: Inverter overload

OH: Overheating of radiator

SPI: Input phase loss

Maintenance and Inspection

Regular projects: Terminal fastening, heat sink dust removal, fan inspection

Vulnerable parts: cooling fan (20000h), electrolytic capacitor

Safety requirement: After power off, wait for 5 minutes and confirm that the CHARGE light is off before operating

Fault diagnosis

View operator alarm codes

Check the load, wiring, and parameter settings

External reset or power-off restart

Enable * * Automatic retry (n060) * * to automatically restore short-term faults

Key issues

Question 1: What is the core difference between VS-616PC5 and P5? How to choose between VT and CT modes?

answer:

PC5 is a compact low-power model ranging from 0.5 to 25HP; P5 is a high-power model with a capacity of 30-500HP.

VT (Variable Torque): n116=1, suitable for fans and water pumps, overload 120%/1min.

CT (constant torque): n116=0, suitable for conveyor belts and compressors, overload 150%/1min.

Question 2: How can the frequency converter achieve local/remote control switching? What are the core parameters?

answer:

Panel operation: Press the LOCAL/REMOTE key to switch between shutdown states.

Parameter settings: n002 selects the control source, 3 is remote terminal, 0 is local panel.

The switching logic is determined by n111 whether to accept existing external operating signals.

Question 3: What problems can be caused by excessively long motor wires? How to handle?

answer:

Motor wires exceeding 100m will generate leakage current, causing OC/GF faults and damaging motor insulation.

Solution: Reduce the carrier frequency (n054) and set it below 5kHz for long distances; Install output reactors if necessary.