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Keeping Your World Up & Running®
Keeping Your World Up & Running®
Perform extended harmonics measurements and simplify complex motor-drive troubleshooting with this powerful motor drive analyzer. Accurate and reliable, this analyzer features a built-in report generator that quickly and easily generates as-found and as-left reports and includes a one-year Premium Care plan.
Perform extended harmonics measurements and simplify complex motor-drive troubleshooting with this powerful motor drive analyzer. Accurate and reliable, this analyzer features a built-in report generator that quickly and easily generates as-found and as-left reports and includes a one-year Premium Care plan.
Save time and eliminate the hassle of setting up complex measurements with the drive analyzer that simplifies the troubleshooting process. Select a test, and the step-by-step guided measurements will locate where to make voltage and current connections. The preset measurement profiles will capture all the data necessary for each critical motor-drive section—from the input to the output, the DC bus, and the motor itself.
Features
Applications
Drive input
Measure input voltage and current to quickly see whether values are within acceptable limits by comparing the drive's nominal rated voltage to the actual supplied voltage. Then, check the input current to determine if the current is within the maximum rating and the conductors are suitably sized. You can also check whether the harmonic distortion is within an acceptable level by visually inspecting the waveform shape or by viewing the harmonics spectrum screen which shows both the total harmonic distortion and individual harmonics.
Voltage and current unbalance
Check the voltage unbalance at the input terminals so you can ensure the phase unbalance is not too high (>6 to 8%), and that the phase rotation is correct. You can also check the current unbalance, as excessive unbalance may indicate a drive rectifier problem.
Extended harmonic measurements
Excessive harmonics are not just a threat to your rotating machines but also to other equipment connected to the electrical power system. It provides the ability to discover the harmonics of the motor-drive but can also discover the possible effects of inverter switching electronics. It has three harmonic ranges, 1st to 51st Harmonics, 1 to 9 kHz and 9 to 150 kHz giving the ability to detect any harmonic pollution problems.
DC bus
In a motor-drive the conversion of AC to DC inside the drive is critical, having the correct voltage and adequate smoothing with low ripple is required for the best drive performance. High ripple voltage may be an indicator of failed capacitors or incorrect sizing of the connected motor. The record function can be used to check DC bus performance dynamically in the operating mode while a load is applied.
Drive output
Check the output of the drive focusing both on voltage to frequency ratio (V/F), and voltage modulation. When high V/F ratio measurements are experienced, the motor may overheat. With low V/F ratios, the connected motor may not be able to provide the required torque at the load to sufficiently run the intended process.
Voltage modulation
Measurements of the Pulse Width Modulated signal are used to check for high voltage peaks which can damage motor winding insulation. The rise time or steepness of impulses is indicated by the dV/dt reading (rate of voltage change over time), this should be compared to the motor's specified insulation. The measurements can also be used to measure switching frequency to identify whether there is a potential issue with electronic switching, or with grounding, where the signal floats up and down.
Motor input
Ensuring that voltage is being supplied at the motor input terminals is key, and the selection of cabling from drive to the motor is critical. Incorrect cabling selection can result in both drive and motor damage due to excessive reflected voltage peaks. Checking that the current present at the terminals is within the motor rating is important as over current condition could cause the motor to run hot, decreasing the life of the stator insulation which can result in the early failure of the motor.
Motor shaft voltage
Voltage pulses from a variable speed drive can couple from a motor's stator to its rotor, causing a voltage to appear on the rotor shaft. When this rotor shaft voltage exceeds the insulating capacity of the bearing grease, flashover currents (sparking) can occur, causing pitting and fluting of the motor bearing race, damage that can cause a motor to fail prematurely. It is supplied with carbon fiber brush probe tips that can easily detect the presence of destructive flashover currents, while the impulse amplitude and count of events will enable you to take action before failure occurs. The addition of this accessory and capability of the MDA-550 allows you to discover potential damage without investing in expensive permanently installed solutions.
Step-by-step guided measurements ensure you have the data you need, when you need it
Designed to help you quickly and easily test and troubleshoot typical problems on three-phase and single-phase inverter type motor-drive systems. The on-screen information, and step-by-step setup guidance make it easy to con- figure the analyzer and get the drive measurements you need to make better maintenance decisions, fast. From power input to the installed motor, it provides the measurement capability for the fastest motor-drive troubleshooting.
Reporting and analysis
Simplifies the process of gathering data and writing test reports with a built-in report generator. At each test point or measurement there is the option to create, update or modify a report. Simply press 'SAVE TO REPORT' and select the appropriate screens to save into a text based report file. By performing the step-by-step guided measurements a comprehensive report can be created directly from the instrument to document the entire troubleshooting process. Input the report name. The single report encompasses all recorded measurements and can easily be shared with other users and used for motor- drive benchmarking, and for comparing data now and in the future.
Infrared cameras, also called thermal imagers, are useful for troubleshooting motor problems as well as for monitoring motor condition for preventative maintenance in power generation, manufacturing and commercial plants. Thermal images of motors reveal their operating condition as indicated by surface temperature. Such condition monitoring is important as a way to avert many unexpected motor malfunctions in systems that are critical to manufacturing. The onset of motor failures can often be detected by a variety of techniques, including vibration, ultrasound and thermal imaging.
In this article, we cover why use thermal imaging and what to scan, as well as some notes on what to look for, including shaft misalignment.
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| Measurement Functions | |
| DC Voltage (V DC) | Maximum voltage with 10:1 or 100:1 probe: 1000 V Maximum resolution with 10:1 or 100:1 probe (voltage to ground): 1 mV/10 mV Full scale reading: 999 counts Accuracy at 4 s to 10 us/div: ±(1.5% + 6 counts) |
| True RMS Voltage (V AC or V AC + DC) | Maximum voltage with 10:1 or 100:1 probe (voltage to ground): 1000 V Maximum resolution with 10:1 or 100:1 probe: 1 mv/10 mV Full scale reading: 999 counts DC to 60 Hz: ±(1.5% + 10 counts) 60 Hz to 20 kHz: ±(2.5% + 15 counts) 20 kHz to 1 MHz: ±(5% + 20 counts) 1 to 25 MHz: ±( 10% + 20 counts) |
| PWM Voltage (V pwm) | Purpose: To measure on pulse width modulated signals, like motor drive inverter outputs Principle: Readings show the effective voltage based on the average value of samples over a whole number of periods of the fundamental frequency Accuracy: As V AC+DC for sinewave signals |
| Peak Voltage (V peak) | Modes: Maximum peak, minimum peak, or peak-to-peak Maximum voltage with 10:1 or 100:1 probe (voltage to ground): 1000 V Maximum resolution with 10:1 or 100:1 probe: 10 mV Maximum/minimum peak: ±0.2 division Peak-to-peak: ±0.4 division Full scale reading: 800 counts |
| Current (AMP) with Current Clamp | Ranges: Same as V AC, V AC+DC or V peak Scale factors: 0.1, 1, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 400 mV/A Accuracy: Same as V AC, V AC+DC or V peak (add current clamp accuracy) |
| Frequency (Hz) | Range: 1 Hz to 500 MHz Full scale reading: 9999 counts Accuracy: ±(0.5% + 2 counts) |
| Voltage/Herz Ratio (V/Hz) | Purpose: To show the measured V PWM value (see V PWM) divided by the fundamental frequency on variable AC motor speed drives Accuracy: % Vrms + % Hz |
| Voltage Unbalance Drive | Input Purpose: To show the highest percentage difference of one of the phase vs average of the 3 True RMS voltages Accuracy: Indicative percentage based on V AC+DC values Output and motor input Purpose: To show the highest percentage difference of one of the phase vs average of the 3 PWM voltages Accuracy: Indicative percentage based on V PWM values |
| Current Unbalance Drive | Input Purpose: To show the highest percentage difference of one of the phase vs average of the 3 AC current values Accuracy: Indicative percentage based on A AC+DC values Output and motor input Purpose: To show the highest percentage difference of one of the phase vs average of the 3 AC current values Accuracy: Indicative percentage based on A AC values |
| Rise and Fall Time | Readings: Voltage difference (dV), time difference (dt), voltage vs time difference (dV/dt), overshoot Accuracy: As oscilloscope accuracy |
| Harmonics and Spectrum | Harmonics: DC to 51st Spectrum ranges: 1 to 9 kHz, 9 to 150 kHz (20 MHz filter on), up to 500 MHz (voltage modulation) |
| Shaft Voltage | Events/second: Indicative percentage based on rise and fall time (Impulse discharges) measurements |
| Report Data Capture | Number of screens: Typical 50 screens can be saved in reports (depends on compression ratio) Transfer to PC: Using 32 GB or smaller 2 GB USB stick or mini-USB to USB cable or WiFi link and FlukeView™ 2 for ScopeMeter® |
| General Specifications | |
| Temperature | Operating: Battery discharging: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C); battery charging: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) Storage: -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C) |
| Humidity | Operating: 32 to 50°F (0 to 10°C), non-condensing 50 to 86°F (10 to 30°C), 95% (±5%) 86 to 104°F (30 to 40°C), 75% (±5%) 104 to 122°F (40 to 50°C), 45% (±5%) Storage: -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C), non-condensing |
| Altitude | Operating: Up to 6600' (2000 m) Storage: 40,000' (12,000 m) |
| Environmental | MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 2 (unless otherwise specified) |
| Vibration/Shock | Vibration: Maximum 3 g (sinusoidal), 0.03 g2/Hz (random) Shock: Maximum 30 g |
| Safety | General: IEC 61010-1: Pollution Degree 2 Measurement: IEC 61010-2-030: CAT IV 600 V/CAT III 1000 V Maximum voltage between any terminal and earth ground: 1000 V Maximum input voltages: Via VPS410-II or VPS421 1000 V CAT III/600 V CAT IV BNC input: A, B, C, D directly 300 V CAT IV Maximum floating voltage, test tool or test tool with VPS410-II/VPS421 voltage probe: From any terminal to earth ground 1000 V CAT III/600 V CAT IV; between any terminal 1000 V CAT III/600 V CAT IV Working voltage between probe tip and probe reference lead: 1000 V (VPS410-II); 2000 V (VPS421) |
| Dimensions | 10.5 x 7.6 x 2.8" (265 x 192 x 70 mm) |
| Weight | 4.8 lbs (2.2 kg), including battery |
Click on a category to view a selection of compatible accessories with the Fluke MDA-550/FPC Motor Drive Analyzer with one-year Premium Care, 500 MHz, 4-channel.
| Measurement Functions | |
| DC Voltage (V DC) | Maximum voltage with 10:1 or 100:1 probe: 1000 V Maximum resolution with 10:1 or 100:1 probe (voltage to ground): 1 mV/10 mV Full scale reading: 999 counts Accuracy at 4 s to 10 us/div: ±(1.5% + 6 counts) |
| True RMS Voltage (V AC or V AC + DC) | Maximum voltage with 10:1 or 100:1 probe (voltage to ground): 1000 V Maximum resolution with 10:1 or 100:1 probe: 1 mv/10 mV Full scale reading: 999 counts DC to 60 Hz: ±(1.5% + 10 counts) 60 Hz to 20 kHz: ±(2.5% + 15 counts) 20 kHz to 1 MHz: ±(5% + 20 counts) 1 to 25 MHz: ±( 10% + 20 counts) |
| PWM Voltage (V pwm) | Purpose: To measure on pulse width modulated signals, like motor drive inverter outputs Principle: Readings show the effective voltage based on the average value of samples over a whole number of periods of the fundamental frequency Accuracy: As V AC+DC for sinewave signals |
| Peak Voltage (V peak) | Modes: Maximum peak, minimum peak, or peak-to-peak Maximum voltage with 10:1 or 100:1 probe (voltage to ground): 1000 V Maximum resolution with 10:1 or 100:1 probe: 10 mV Maximum/minimum peak: ±0.2 division Peak-to-peak: ±0.4 division Full scale reading: 800 counts |
| Current (AMP) with Current Clamp | Ranges: Same as V AC, V AC+DC or V peak Scale factors: 0.1, 1, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 400 mV/A Accuracy: Same as V AC, V AC+DC or V peak (add current clamp accuracy) |
| Frequency (Hz) | Range: 1 Hz to 500 MHz Full scale reading: 9999 counts Accuracy: ±(0.5% + 2 counts) |
| Voltage/Herz Ratio (V/Hz) | Purpose: To show the measured V PWM value (see V PWM) divided by the fundamental frequency on variable AC motor speed drives Accuracy: % Vrms + % Hz |
| Voltage Unbalance Drive | Input Purpose: To show the highest percentage difference of one of the phase vs average of the 3 True RMS voltages Accuracy: Indicative percentage based on V AC+DC values Output and motor input Purpose: To show the highest percentage difference of one of the phase vs average of the 3 PWM voltages Accuracy: Indicative percentage based on V PWM values |
| Current Unbalance Drive | Input Purpose: To show the highest percentage difference of one of the phase vs average of the 3 AC current values Accuracy: Indicative percentage based on A AC+DC values Output and motor input Purpose: To show the highest percentage difference of one of the phase vs average of the 3 AC current values Accuracy: Indicative percentage based on A AC values |
| Rise and Fall Time | Readings: Voltage difference (dV), time difference (dt), voltage vs time difference (dV/dt), overshoot Accuracy: As oscilloscope accuracy |
| Harmonics and Spectrum | Harmonics: DC to 51st Spectrum ranges: 1 to 9 kHz, 9 to 150 kHz (20 MHz filter on), up to 500 MHz (voltage modulation) |
| Shaft Voltage | Events/second: Indicative percentage based on rise and fall time (Impulse discharges) measurements |
| Report Data Capture | Number of screens: Typical 50 screens can be saved in reports (depends on compression ratio) Transfer to PC: Using 32 GB or smaller 2 GB USB stick or mini-USB to USB cable or WiFi link and FlukeView™ 2 for ScopeMeter® |
| General Specifications | |
| Temperature | Operating: Battery discharging: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C); battery charging: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) Storage: -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C) |
| Humidity | Operating: 32 to 50°F (0 to 10°C), non-condensing 50 to 86°F (10 to 30°C), 95% (±5%) 86 to 104°F (30 to 40°C), 75% (±5%) 104 to 122°F (40 to 50°C), 45% (±5%) Storage: -4 to 140°F (-20 to 60°C), non-condensing |
| Altitude | Operating: Up to 6600' (2000 m) Storage: 40,000' (12,000 m) |
| Environmental | MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 2 (unless otherwise specified) |
| Vibration/Shock | Vibration: Maximum 3 g (sinusoidal), 0.03 g2/Hz (random) Shock: Maximum 30 g |
| Safety | General: IEC 61010-1: Pollution Degree 2 Measurement: IEC 61010-2-030: CAT IV 600 V/CAT III 1000 V Maximum voltage between any terminal and earth ground: 1000 V Maximum input voltages: Via VPS410-II or VPS421 1000 V CAT III/600 V CAT IV BNC input: A, B, C, D directly 300 V CAT IV Maximum floating voltage, test tool or test tool with VPS410-II/VPS421 voltage probe: From any terminal to earth ground 1000 V CAT III/600 V CAT IV; between any terminal 1000 V CAT III/600 V CAT IV Working voltage between probe tip and probe reference lead: 1000 V (VPS410-II); 2000 V (VPS421) |
| Dimensions | 10.5 x 7.6 x 2.8" (265 x 192 x 70 mm) |
| Weight | 4.8 lbs (2.2 kg), including battery |
Click on a category to view a selection of compatible accessories with the Fluke MDA-550/FPC Motor Drive Analyzer with one-year Premium Care, 500 MHz, 4-channel.
