Title: Yaskawa CIMR-MR5A2018 High Performance 18.5kW 3-Phase AC Inverter Drive

Product Overview:
The Yaskawa CIMR-MR5A2018 is a state-of-the-art, high-performance variable frequency drive (VFD) engineered to deliver unparalleled motor control, energy efficiency, and operational reliability in a wide array of industrial applications. Designed for demanding environments, this robust AC inverter provides precise speed and torque control for 3-phase induction motors, optimizing system performance and significantly reducing energy consumption. Its advanced control algorithms ensure smooth operation, extended equipment lifespan, and enhanced productivity. The CIMR-MR5A2018 is a testament to Yaskawa's commitment to innovation, offering a compact design with powerful capabilities, making it an ideal choice for modern industrial automation needs. This drive is built for longevity and ease of integration, ensuring a seamless upgrade or new installation experience. Part numbers for this model are CIMR-MR5A2018 and CIMRMR5A2018.

Key Features & Benefits:

 Advanced Motor Control: Utilizes sophisticated control methods including V/f control and sensorless vector control for precise speed and torque regulation, ensuring optimal motor performance across various loads.
 Superior Energy Efficiency: Dynamically adjusts motor speed to match load requirements, leading to significant energy savings and reduced operational costs compared to traditional fixed-speed systems.
 Robust Protection Features: Incorporates comprehensive protective functions such as overcurrent, overvoltage, undervoltage, overload, heatsink overheat, and short-circuit protection, safeguarding both the drive and the connected motor.
 High Starting Torque: Delivers excellent starting torque, enabling smooth and reliable operation even with heavy loads, reducing mechanical stress on machinery.
 User-Friendly Interface: Features an intuitive programming interface and digital operator for easy setup, monitoring, and diagnostics, simplifying commissioning and maintenance.
 Flexible Communication Options: Supports various industrial communication protocols, allowing for seamless integration into existing control networks and automation systems.
 Compact and Space-Saving Design: Engineered for a smaller footprint, facilitating installation in control panels where space is at a premium without compromising performance.
 Enhanced Reliability and Durability: Built with high-quality components and robust construction to withstand harsh industrial environments, ensuring long-term, dependable operation with minimal downtime.
 Reduced Noise and Vibration: Contributes to a quieter working environment and extends the mechanical life of equipment by minimizing motor noise and vibration.
 Built-in PID Control: Offers integrated Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) control functionality for process optimization, ideal for applications requiring constant pressure, flow, or temperature.

Applications:

The Yaskawa CIMR-MR5A2018 is highly versatile and suitable for a broad spectrum of industrial applications requiring precise motor control and energy efficiency. Its robust design and advanced features make it an excellent choice for:
 Pumps: Water and wastewater treatment, HVAC systems, irrigation, chemical processing.
 Fans: Industrial ventilation, cooling towers, air handling units, exhaust systems.
 Conveyors: Material handling, packaging lines, assembly lines, logistics.
 Compressors: Air compressors, refrigeration systems, industrial gas compression.
 Machine Tools: Lathes, milling machines, grinders, and other precision machinery.
 Textile Machinery: Weaving, spinning, dyeing, and finishing equipment.
 Food and Beverage Processing: Mixers, blenders, bottling lines, ovens.
 General Industrial Automation: Any application requiring variable speed control for AC motors to optimize process flow and save energy.

Technical Specifications:

 Model Number: CIMR-MR5A2018
 Part Number (with special characters): CIMR-MR5A2018
 Part Number (without special characters): CIMRMR5A2018
 Input Voltage: 3-Phase, 380-480 VAC
 Input Frequency: 50/60 Hz
 Rated Output Power: 18.5 kW (25 HP)
 Rated Output Current: Approximately 37 A (at 400V)
 Output Voltage: 3-Phase, 0 to Input Voltage
 Output Frequency Range: 0.1 to 400 Hz
 Control Method: V/f Control, Open Loop Vector Control, Sensorless Vector Control
 Overload Capacity: 150% for 60 seconds, 200% for 0.5 seconds
 Protection Class: IP20 (Enclosed Type)
 Operating Temperature: -10°C to +50°C (14°F to 122°F)
 Cooling Method: Forced Air Cooling
 Communication Ports: RS-422/485 (Modbus RTU) built-in
 Weight: Approximately 20 kg (44.1 lbs)
 Certifications: CE, UL, cUL, RoHS Compliant