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Digital Potentiometer for AC and DC Drives

The Dart DP4 series is a digital drive accessory for AC and DC drives that will accept 3-wire potentiometer input.

The DP4 is a digital potentiometer that is programmable and easy to read thanks to the 4 digit 1/2" LED display. The operator can adjust speeds in units directly related to the operation; conveyor FPM, pump GPM, 0-100%, etc.

The included gasket, when installed in a properly rated enclosure/panel with the DP4, will handle direct water washdown!

For regenerative drives the Dart Controls DP4 supports controlling both speed and direction via its output to the drive.

Two reasons customers use the Dart Controls DP4 is the repeatable settings and to improve the appearance/operation of their equipment.

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the complete line of Dart Controls speed control products!

VFD For A Milling Machine?

Question:

I am looking for a variable frequency drive for my milling machine. It is 3/4 hp, single phase, 120 or 230 volt and I would like to be able to use the forward/reverse drum switch that is on the machine.

Could you send me pricing and specs?

Answer:

A variable frequency drive will not work with your single phase motor. There are variable voltage controls, such as the Dart 55AC, that are rated to 15 amp output.

You must first verify that your motor is not a capacitor start motor before making this selection. Capacitor start motors cannot take a variable voltage input.VFD 

 

Application: Single Phase Motor Control for Exhaust Fans

A customer had several exhaust fans that run off 115VAC.
 
They needed to slow down the fans at certain times to reduce pressure in the room.
 
The motors were shaded pole motors so I recommended our Dart 55AC series. This gave them a basic and manual way of controlling the fans.
 
Marshall Wolf Automation has an immense amount of solutions for all of your applications, just give us a call! 800-325-9653.
 
 

What Makes The Dart Controls MDP Series So Popular?

The Dart Controls MD series is a compact, programmable DC speed control with digital closed loop feedback and LED display for DC motors rated to 2 hp.

You will find that the MD series is ideal for a cost-effective solution offering both accuracy and control.

Front-panel field programming makes the Dart Controls MD easy to customize for your application.

The Dart Controls MD series is easy to operate and settings can be one digit at a time or fast sweep. Settings are exact and repeatable and no calibrations of the controls are necessary.

The Dart PU-40E/PU-40-R is recommended with these models where pickup is turning 2500rpm or less.

Do you need two cook times on your oven? Read our application note: Conveyor Oven Controller with 2 Preset Process Times.

If you are looking to use a stock Dart Controls MD10P for a pizza oven application then you should read the application note here!

Cost Effective DC Controls by DART for DC motor from 1/40-2/3HP

The Dart Controls 15 series is a general purpose, economical variable speed control for small DC and universal motor applications featuring: dual input voltages of 12/24 VAC or 120/240 VAC with DC output current rating of 2 Amps, adjustable trim pot settings, and quick connect terminal pins.

The Dart Controls 15 Series is available in two compact panel mount styles and a NEMA 4/12 enclosed model.

15 SERIES SELECTION GUIDE

Model DC Output Input Output

Current

13DV1A 2 Amps* 12/24 VAC 0-11/0-22 VDC

13DV2A 2 Amps* 12/24 VAC 0-11/0-22 VDC

13DV-E 3 Amps 12/24 VAC 0-11/0-22 VDC

15DV1A 2 Amps* 120/240 VAC 0-90/0-180 VDC

15DV2A 2 Amps* 120/240 VAC 0-90/0-180 VDC

15DV-E 3 Amps 120/240 VAC 0-90/0-180 VDC

* Rating for D.C. Output Current can be increased from 2.0 to 4.0 amps

w/suitable external heatsink (equiv. to 4” x 4” x .125” aluminum plate).

When choosing a fraction DC control think of DART CONTROLS, your leader in DC speed controls.  Marshall Wolf Automation is your industrial supply distributor and full line industrial automation distributor for fractional DC speed control.  Take action and contact us today at www.wolfautomtion.com or email us at sales@wolfautomation.com or dial us up at 847-658-8130.

I have a 220/1PH/60HZ motor. What can I do to control speeds?

Question:  I have a single phase 120volt AC motor and I need a variable speed motor drive, can you get me one?

Answer:  “No drive for you!”  But don’t fear!  Even though a drive like that doesn't exist, Marshall Wolf Automation has a solution via variable speed drive with a DART brand controller.  These nice little speed controllers will control your single phase motors in either 120v or 240v. 

All models feature single-phase AC input and fully variable AC output. The enclosed version comes with a rugged housing, power on/off switch, power on indicator lamp, front access fuse, as well as convenient input and output cords and plugs.

The heart of the control is a triac fired in a manner to adjust phase and thereby vary speed.  The 55/57ACSeries is designed to work with shaded pole, permanent split capacitor, universal motors or any resistive load. It is not designed for capacitor start motors.

  • Variable AC voltage supply
  • Available in 120VAC single phase input or 240VAC single phase input
  • Choose chassis style or enclosed
  • Enclosed version comes with rugged housing, power on/off switch, power on indicator lamp, front access fuse and convenient input/output cords and plugs
  • All models feature single phase AC input and fully variable AC output
  • Temperature ...-10° to +45° C.
  • AC Input Voltage ...±10% Rated Line Voltage
  • Input Frequency ... 50/60 Hz.
  • Designed to work with shaded pole, permanent split capacitor, permanent split-phase, universal motors or any resistive load
  • Great for fan, pump, heating, lighting and vibratory feeder industries

Contact Marshall Wolf Automation through…   sales@wolfautomation.com

Our website is www.wolfautomation.com

An Overview of Dart Controls

Here is a basic overview of our products from Dart Controls:

  • Analog DC speed controls, Dart Controls series 125D, 250G
  • Digital DC speed controls, Dart Controls series MDP/MDII
  • Programmable tachometer, Dart Controls DM8000
  • Speed sensors, Dart Controls PU-E

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for the complete line of Dart Controls!

Dart Controls offers the broadest range of electronic motor speed controls and accessories in the industry!

Here is a great link to the Dart Controls Application Notes page!

Energy Management Solutions for Single Phase Electric Motors

I had a conversation the other day with an enduser regarding a hot tub application. It turns out the enduser mistakenly thought that a TECO Westinghouse JNEV drive would control a single phase motor. Fortunately he understood the misconception in how a high performance AC frequency drive works.  We then discussed the correct item for his application, which is the Dart 55 AC speed controller designed specifically for single phase motors. 

All models feature single-phase AC input and fully variable AC output. The enclosed version comes with a rugged housing, power on/off switch, power on indicator lamp, front access fuse, as well as convenient input and output cords and plugs.

The heart of the control is a triac fired in a manner to adjust phase and thereby vary speed. The 55 Series is designed to work with shaded pole, permanent split capacitor, universal motors or any resistive load. It is not designed for capacitor start motors

  • Variable AC voltage supply
  • Available in 120VAC single phase input or 240VAC single phase input
  • Choose chassis style or enclosed
  • Enclosed version comes with rugged housing, power on/off switch, power on indicator lamp, front access fuse and convenient input/output cords and plugs
  • All models feature single phase AC input and fully variable AC output
  • Temperature ...-10° to +45° C.
  • AC Input Voltage ...±10% Rated Line Voltage
  • Input Frequency ... 50/60 Hz.
  • Designed to work with shaded pole, permanent split capacitor, permanent split-phase, universal motors or any resistive load
  • Great for fan, pump, heating, lighting and vibratory feeder industries

When you have a need for speed control of a single phase AC motor, don't forget about DART controls and Marshall Wolf Automation is your Industrial Supply Distributor source for all things DART.  Contact us today on the web at www.wolfautomation.com.  email us at sales@wolfautomation.com or call us at 847-658-8130. Get with the Wolf.

Dart Controls 250 Series

I was talking to a client the other day, and they had inherited a 90 VDC gear-motor but didn't have a speed controller that typically accompanies a DC gear motor like that design.  Evidently it came from existing warehouse stock and the maintenance department was told to use it "because there's not much left in the budget for the year".  Well with that comment we needed to find a reasonable priced controller for the 1.0 HP DC gear motor, that is where the Dart Controls 250 Series comes into play.  This controller offers superb flexibility, reliability, and value. A general purpose, economical control rated to 2 horsepower, it provides the ultimate in standard features and versatility including:

  • dual voltage (120/240 VAC)
  • adjustable H.P. settings
  • packaged power bridge
  • barrier terminal strip
  • fully rated, no auxiliary heatsink required
  • chassis or NEMA 4/12 enclosure

Many options further extend the 250's capabilities. A logical, easily accessible layout simplifies installation and adjustment. Clean design, quality components and careful assembly are trademarks of Dart Controls.

So in the end they selected model #: 253G-200E which features a enclosed chassis with a NEMA 4/12 rated enclosure. This unit can be had for under $ 270.00.  This fell within the budget and got the client out of a pinch.  If you find yourself in a pinch and need a speed controller like this, consider the DART line of AC/DC speed controllers. 

You can find these offerings at www.wolfautomation.com, or contact at 847-658-8130 or sales@wolfautomation.com.  Contact Marshall Wolf Automation we can HELP!  Get with the "Wolf" and save today!

Why Can't I Find a VFD For A Single Phase Motor?

We recently received this question as a comment on one of our blogs:
 
Why is it I can't find a VFD (variable frequency drive) for a single phase ac motor, indeed an existing ac induction motor? I know because of cooling and starting winding physics that the full range would not be available but something operable from 50% to 100% speed on a constant volts per Hz curve would be nice.

Here is our response:

VFD’s are built for three phase motors only. Control of single phase motors is basic variable voltage, much like a light dimmer on your fan at home. There is not much to these controls and there are types of motors they will not work with, such as a capacitor start motor. You can look at our Dart 55ac variable voltage control for use with single phase motors.

http://www.wolfautomation.com/ProductList.aspx?query=55ac&Submit=Search

Marshall Wolf Automation is your authorized industrial automation distributor for a complete offering of high performance AC drives, industrial electric motors and everything else you need in your industrial applications!