January 14, 2026 – AutomationDirect has added extra WEG CFW500 washdown AC drives that improve the horsepower providing of this sequence—as much as 30 hp for the 460 VAC fashions and as much as 20 hp for the 230 VAC fashions. These drives are manufactured by WEG, a well known and trusted model in VFDs. CFW500 drives are rated IP66 and NEMA 4X to be used within the harshest environments, embody a SoftPLC for custom-tailored management schemes, and assist a number of management modes, together with scalar V/F and closed-loop flux vector management.
With the inclusion of those drives, are two new communications modules. These modules present extra networking capabilities, including dual-port EtherNet/IP (with net server) and PROFINET connection choices (depending on the mannequin chosen).
About AutomationDirect:
In enterprise since 1994, AutomationDirect is a distributor providing 1000’s of commercial automation merchandise for electrical management methods, together with PLCs, operator interfaces, AC drives, motors, stepper methods, sensors, motor controls, enclosures and extra. Their costs are usually effectively under the record value of extra conventional automation firms due to their enterprise mannequin and concentrate on effectivity, and nearly all of their merchandise are stocked for quick transport. Plus, get free two-day supply on orders over $49; some limitations apply. For extra info and probably the most present pricing on merchandise contact them at 800-633-0405 or go to https://www.automationdirect.com/
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