VFD & Inverter Technology Blog

Insights on variable frequency drives, inverter applications, selection guides, and industry trends to help engineers and system integrators make better decisions.
  • A destroyed IGBT module illustrating VFD IGBT failure caused by high voltage spikes from long cables.

    Why VFD IGBT Failure? Long Cables & Voltage Spikes Fix

    Direct Answer: VFD IGBT Failure and capacitor failure are frequently caused by Voltage Spikes generated from Long Motor Cables (>50m). The…

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  • Static discharge from dust accumulation causing VFD Overvoltage Fault on inverter circuit boards.

    3 Real Causes of VFD Overvoltage Fault: Static, Aging & Grid

    Today, we’re reviewing a fault that trips up even seasoned veterans: the VFD clearly has normal voltage, yet it repeatedly reports…

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  • VFD display stuck at 12Hz illustrating why VFD Won't Stop at 0Hz during ramp down.

    3 Reasons VFD Won’t Stop at 0Hz & Fixes for 12Hz Start

    Today, we’re reviewing a highly perplexing field failure case. An engineer reported an odd phenomenon: when his VFD was shutting down,…

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  • VFD display showing a generic fault causing VFD Stops Randomly without specific error codes.

    5 Reasons VFD Stops Randomly No Error Code & How to Fix It

    Today, let’s revisit a particularly mind-boggling field failure case. Reviewing user comments, I noticed a highly representative phenomenon: After replacing the…

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  • VFD display showing 5.00Hz, illustrating a VFD Frequency Not Increasing fault due to parameter limits or wiring errors.

    5 Reasons VFD Frequency Not Increasing & How to Fix 5Hz Limit

    Today, let’s review a typical on-site failure case. A user reached out for help, reporting a strange issue with his equipment:…

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  • Burnt circuit board demonstrating PLC Module Failure caused by VFD Harmonics and voltage spikes in an industrial control cabinet.

    3 Causes of PLC Module Failure & How VFD Harmonics Kill It

    Today, let’s discuss the real culprit behind frequent PLC module failures. I just got a call from an old acquaintance complaining…

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  • Diagram showing VFD input phase loss resulting in an undervoltage fault code on the display.

    VFD Input Phase Loss: Why Does Phase Loss Trigger an Undervoltage Alarm? In-Depth Analysis and Single-Phase Operation Techniques

    During industrial field commissioning, we often encounter a deceptive fault phenomenon: the VFD clearly experiences input phase loss, yet it triggers…

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  • Burnt motor winding causing VFD motor failure despite normal amperage readings.

    VFD Motor Failure: The Three Hidden Killers Behind Frequent Burnouts Despite Low Current

    In industrial settings, we often encounter a highly deceptive type of VFD motor failure: motors that burn out frequently despite operating…

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  • Technician using a clamp meter to diagnose VFD overcurrent fault constant speed on an industrial control panel.

    VFD Overcurrent Fault During Constant Speed Operation: In-Depth Troubleshooting and Solutions

    Today we tackle a persistent industrial challenge: VFD overcurrent fault during constant speed operation. Many ask me how to fix VFD…

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