gt3000 larg

aC DRIVES
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Answer Drives S.r.l.

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20126 Milano - Italy

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gt3000 large
VOLTAGE SOURCE FREQUENCY CONVERTER
GT3000 LARGE
VOLTAGE SOURCE
FREQUENCYCONVERTER
AIR OR WATER COOLING

Answer Drives is pleased to present the GT3000 Large inverter,

designed with air or water cooling at 690V, increasing the power of
the GT3000 range up to 6 MW.
GT3000 Large uses the same keypad PC SW to set the configuration
and the same control and serial communication board as the Answer
Drives GT3000 family.

The GT3000 Large is installation and maintenance-friendly, which

contributes to its success in complex applications.
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IS IN OUR NATURE.

MISSION

ANS like ANSALDO. Experience and structural competence.

The vast experience and versatility of an organised structure guarantee top
quality performance. We strive to create customised avant-garde technological
solutions to satisfy our customers’ every need and expectation thanks to the EN
ISO 9001:2000 Global Quality Management System.

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The company aims at achieving the quality required by the international industrial
automation market: our distribution network is worldwide.
Our Just-in-time policy makes sure that each product reaches the right destination
at the right time.

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Energy-saving products and the use of alternative energy: implementation of
an Environment Management System in compliance with ISO 14001 makes it
possible to operate in complete harmony with the environment and respect for
nature.

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The company as a source of ideas to create and market new products, aims at
stimulating, absorbing and sustaining innovation, thanks to a team of professionals
in the R&D division.

These are the targets of a dynamic company that has always been customer
and global quality-oriented, at the same time respecting the ecosystem.

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 MARKETS WATER
The GT3000 Large is ideal for industry and municipalities, making water and drain water
AND APPLICATIONS treatment plants more efficient, reducing the need for chemical treatment and offering
a significant reduction in the need for water supply and treatment costs. The GT3000
Large helps achieve the utmost performance in key processes, such as pumping, osmosis,
wastewater treatment, desalination, and elimination of hazardous wastes and generation of
ozone.

APPLICATIONS
• PUMPS
PERFORMANCE AND CONTROL FOR A WIDE VARIETY OF APPLICATIONS • COMPRESSORS
• CENTRIFUGES
The GT3000 Large offers an endless array of possibilities. The advanced control strategy and proven IGBT technology provide process
improvement and energy savings with each application. The GT3000 Large software handles main applications, such as pump, • OZONISERS
ventilation and lifting systems, steel and paper production lines and naval systems (shaft alternator, etc.) through the use of the GT3000 • DESALINATION PLANTS
Large “macros”.

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 MATERIAL HANDLING
The GT3000 Large meets the characteristics of load variability that are typical of applications
linked to material handling and lifting.
The sophisticated control characteristics fully meet the most complex demands and
guarantee the maximum precision in speed control. Moreover, the GT3000 Large allows a
high degree of control and safety during handling operations in lifting systems.
The load sharing function, the synchronisation function and high torque at low speeds make
GT3000 Large the tailored product for applications relating to material handling and lifting.
The “crane” macros make the GT3000 Large easy for the operator to use in lifting applications
and allow:
• soft and controlled manoeuvres that reduce the need for maintenance
• mechanical brake control with verification of the torque during brake opening, such as to
guarantee a sufficient torque
• maximum speed according to the load, thanks to the weight-load function
• suspended load control
• regenerative braking (AFE control)
APPLICATIONS
• PACKAGING LINES
• LIFTING SYSTEMS
• DRAWBRIDGES
RUBBER AND PLASTIC
A considerable number of applications require high starting torques.
The GT3000 open-loop vector control guarantees a constant torque from 0 to rated speed
and accurate speed/torque control. The options and communication characteristics make
it possible to monitor critical processes and keep them under constant control.
APPLICATIONS
• MIXERS
• EXTRUDERS
• CALANDERS
• INJECTION MACHINES
CEMENT
The inverter has replaced the conventional electrical motor speed and start-up control
techniques used in cement production processes: the GT3000 Large is the ideal solution.
It optimises the production process, improves quality, increases production and keeps costs
down. Moreover, the GT3000 Large reduces the wear of mechanical parts extending
plant life and contributing to reduced energy consumption and harmonic distortion in the
network. The GT3000 Large overload capacity and accurate speed/torque control allow an
accurate control of the furnace, which is the core of the production process, optimising fuel
consumption and the production flow.

APPLICATIONS
• FURNACES
• SEPARATORS
• MILLS
• PRIMARY AND SECONDARY FANS
• EXHAUST SYSTEMS

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 RENEWABLE ENERGY METALLURGY
Conventional energy producing systems tend to use fossil fuel such as coal, oil and gas that The GT3000 Large makes it possible to manage the process in real time, therefore, with no
pollute both environment and climate. defects and observing the tightest tolerance parameters.
Aeolic energy is the result of kinetic energy produced by the wind transformed into other Accurate speed/torque control makes GT3000 Large the ideal converter in the steel mill.
forms of energy. Nowadays, it is mostly transformed into electrical energy by means of an Answer Drives has been supplying the steel sector for over forty years and has drives
aeolic or wind-driven power station. installed in over 700 systems in operation throughout the world.
Wind-driven energy has not only been the leading source of renewable energy used by
man, but it takes the cutting edge in terms of cost/production benefits. APPLICATIONS
Exploitation of solar energy using photovoltaic technologies also contributes actively in
• HOT ROLLING MILLS
reducing atmospheric pollution.
FOR FLAT AND LONG PRODUCTS
Answer Drives has developed an inverter to direct the energy produced from renewable
sources (photovoltaic cells, wind-driven generators, etc.) into the power mains. The • COLD ROLLING MILLS
inverter is the link between the energy source and the public network. • PROCESS LINES
• ROLLING MILLS FOR NON-FERROUS MATERIALS
APPLICATIONS • FUME DEDUSTING PLANTS
• AEOLIC OR WIND-DRIVEN SYSTEMS • STIRRERS
• PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS
• MINI-HYDRO SYSTEMS

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 NAVAL APPLICATIONS CLEAN NETWORK
Naval applications require extremely reliable products that are suitable for saline Thanks to its expertise, Answer Drives can offer the power configuration that most suits
environments and are easy to program and maintain. the application.
Answer Drives has developed the GT3000 Large version with painted boards, sealed GT3000 Large provides a wide range of configurations:
buses, supports in treated steel and the possibility of water-cooling specifically for naval • 6 PULSE standard configuration for applications with 2 quadrants
applications. • 12 PULSE configuration offers reduced costs with a low harmonic content
The GT3000 Large with AFE control is the ideal inverter for many naval applications • 18 PULSE configuration guarantees an extremely low harmonic content on the power
and offers regenerative braking, power factor control and low harmonic content in the network (Clean Power)
network.
ACTIVE FRONT END
APPLICATIONS The most suitable solution for applications with regenerative braking, power factor control
and low harmonic network content in compliance with IEEE 5191992 guidelines.
• PROPULSION
AFE is the ideal solution for industries that use high power supplies and have to comply
• SHAFT ALTERNATOR
with specifications relating to power networks. GT3000 Large AFE (Active Front End) allows
• WINCHES/PULLEYS regeneration of the load braking energy in the network. GT3000 Large AFE with air or water-
• LIFTING cooling can be sized to supply one or more inverters in DC bus.
• AUXILIARY PUMPS
• CONDITIONING

AFE soluzione tipica

typical solution

Network voltage
Network voltage

Network current Network current

cosϕ =1
cosJ =1 (supply)
(supply)

Typical VFD PWM 6p

Network current

Network voltage

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 COMMUNICATION
To monitor and control the process the user of an inverter needs to interface it with
industrial protocols.
Answer Drives provides serial communications that are compatible with some of the
most important protocols. Profibus™, Modbus™ and DeviceNet™ are available as
standard options; other protocols can be supplied upon request.
The serial RS485 HD is also available, which is independent from the others as regards
setting the parameters, display and loading/downloading the inverter data.
It allows up to 99 inverters (with repeater) to be connected to a single PC.
Each Answer Drives inverter is identified by its own serial number.

PC TOOL
Programming interface in Windows environment allows the user to:
• program the drive directly from the PC
• process and save parameters
• load and download parameters
• activate and monitor the drive
• display and print the operating reports and parameters
• prevent use by unauthorised personnel
• display the inverter operating data in real time in oscilloscope format
OPERATOR INTERFACE
The keypad has been designed to program and
operate the GT3000 Largee and, in particular, to
navigate by means of a menu system, to activate
control functions, reset the system, edit parameter
values, change the programming level and, in
manual mode, to start/stop the inverter.
The keypad makes use of a simple and intuitive
menu.
The display shows a considerable amount of
information clearly and in five separate actual values
at the same time.
The copy function makes it possible to store data
and download it into another inverter, thereby
simplifying start-up.
FIELD BUS
PLC
RS485 PC EASY MAINTENANCE
GT3000 Large is available in two mechanical versions with 3 or
4 legs:
• 3 legs (all the same) with IGBT modules, driver board, current
transducer and filter capacitor bank.
• 1 leg with semi controlled I/P bridge with 6, 12 or 18 impulses
and precharge resistor.
Each leg has wheels so that it can be easily withdrawn and reinserted
in the switchboard for maintenance purposes.
The advances PC-SW is a simple programming, start-up and
maintenance software with advanced performance such as
inverter operating data graphics to give added value to the system
and provide all the information required for easy fault-finding and
maintenance.
The GT3000 Large is equipped with specific functions that are
useful to gain knowledge of the general condition and understand
the cause of an alarm or protection:
1) Fault/Alarm log: storage in a historical file of the last 30
faults/alarms in real time.
2) Trace log: events relating to a fault are recorded in a cyclic
memory that is continuously updated during operation. It may
KEYPAD contain data relating to 10 variables and 260 samples.
• Led: “ON”
“FAULT”
“RUN”
• LCD
• User-friendly menus
• Multiple meter functions
• 20 multifunction keys
• 4 arrow scroll keys
• Uploading and downloading of parameters
• Independent memory for parameter storage
• Diagnostic data and fault file storage
• Date and time display
RAPID INSTALLATION
The GT3000 Large has a hinged control panel to allow easy
access to control connections and power compartments in order
to connect the input and output buses.
Connection of the DC Bus version is on both sides to facilitate
connection to other components of the electrical board.
GT3000 Large is equipped with a series of accessories for simple
installation in the electrical board, such as a duct for correct airflow
between the module and the fan. The AC version with 6/12/18
pulses is fitted with input bridge/s and internal precharge
resistor/s (four legs) thus reducing installation times and size of
the electrical cabinet.
The GT3000 Large is available in two versions:
- with forced air cooling
- with closed circuit water-cooling.
The water-cooled version (the top right hand picture shows a water
cooling system) offers the following advantages:
- low noise: there are no fans, there is no need for any form of
acoustic insulation
- high protection degree (useful for dusty environments or areas
with water sprays)
- smaller size, but with the same power
- heat is conveyed away from the switchboard and the premises: no
air conditioning system is required
- heated cooling water can be used as a form of free heat due to the
“process heat”, heating or industrial water.

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GT3000 LARGE . GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA GT3000 LARGE . GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA

OUTPUT DATA GT3000 Large Chassis /Cube 525 V 370 - 4400 kW 500 - 5800 HP CONTROL CONNECTIONS
575 V 550 - 6400 HP Digital Outputs 1 NO/NC fault relay
600 V 430 - 5000 kW 570 - 6700 HP 2 programmable relay output (1 NO/NC, 1 NO)
690 V 490 - 5800 kW 1 programmable open collector output
Output voltage From 0 to input voltage Analog Inputs 2 isolated analog inputs (12 bit) 0-10 V 40 kohm or 4-20 mA, 475 ohm
Output current Class 1: 110% of rated current per 1min every 10 min. 2 isolated analog outputs (10 bit) 0-10 V
Class 2: 150% of rated current per 1min every 10 min. 2 isolated analog inputs (10 bit) 0-10 V, 4-20 A
Starting torque Class 1: 110% - Class 2: 150% Digital Inputs 5 isolated programmable digital inputs
Output frequency 0 - 200 Hz 2 isolated digital inputs (start/stop, enable)
Frequency resolution 0.1 Hz 2 terminal programmable as digital I/O (24 VDC)
INPUT DATA Frequency From 48 to 63 Hz 2 outputs: +10 V, -10 V, 5 mA (protected against short circuit)
Voltage “K” 525 - 690 VAC, -10% +15% 3 encoder inputs (3 channels), outputs: +5V 150 mA (encoder supply)
“J” 710 - 930 VDC, -10% +15% RS232/RS485 HD serial output
CONTROL Programming Three levels: quick, intermediate, advanced Auxiliary power supply: +24VDC, 100 mA
CHARACTERISTICS Control method V/Hz, open-loop vector (sensorless) closed-loop vector (FOC) RTC (real time clock) to records date and time of the event in real time
Switching frequency 1.5 kHz air version, 2 kHz water version ENVIRONMENTAL Operating temperature 0°C-40°C (32°F – 104°F)
Frequency reference From analog input: 0.1 Hz resolution CONDITIONS 1% output current de-rating for each °C in excess up to a maximum of +55°C (104°F)
Acceleration/deceleration time From 0.1 to 262 seconds Storage temperature: from –25°C to +70°C (from 40°F to +158°F)
Braking torque DC injection: from 0 to 100% of rated voltage Relative humidity: 95% without condensation
Standard functions • Selection of speed reference source • Free Run Stop Altitude: up to 1000 m (3280 ft.) a.s.l.
• Ramps • Automatic reset and restart Over 1000 m (3280 ft.) a.s.l. rated output current is reduced by 1% for each additional 100 m (382 ft.).
• Pre-set speeds • Automatic restart after power failure Maximum height 3000 m (9840 ft.)
• Digital motopotentiometer • HOA/pulsed start/stop Vibrations during operation: max. 0.3 mm (from 2 to 9 Hz), max. 1 m/s2 (from 9 to 200 Hz) sinusoidal (Class 3 M1)
• Speed reference loss (4-20 mA) • Auto On/Off Protection degree: IP00
• Critical Speed Avoidance • Input phase failure Contamination level (painted boards) Chemical gases: IEC 721-3-3, Class 3C2
• Self-adaptive acceleration • Mains Dip Ride Through Solid particles: IEC 721—3. Class 3S2
• Self-adaptive deceleration • Flying Restart in both directions Forced air or water cooling
• Motor overload protection • Energy saving DIRECTIVES Codes and Standard
Applicative macros • DC Braking • Control of torque limits AND CERTIFICATIONS IEC 60146.1 CE marked (directive 2006/95/EC low voltage)
• Current oscillation compensation • Motor stall EN 61800-3 (EMC) ISO 9001
• Jog speed • Speed deviation
• External speed limits • AND/OR function for I/O digital expansion board OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES
• Minimum load • Safety override The GT3000 Large offers a vast range of options and accessories
• Output phase failure • Crane Control • EMC filters • LCD advanced graphics keypad • Serial board: Profibus DP, Modbus RTU
• Helper - load sharing between two motor • Back-lash compensation • Input reactors • Remote mounting keypad kit (2m) DeviceNet and others, upon request
mechanicaly coupled (FOC) • Output reactors • I/O digital expansion boards • Rectifier bridge for Bus DC (6, 12 and 18 pulse)
• User PID for process control • Torque control • Sinusoidal output filters • Dynamic braking switch • AFE (DC bus supply and regenerating
• PTC/NTC motor management • Fault/alarm log (list of last 30 faults/alarms in real time) • dV/dt filters • Dynamic braking resistors braking energy to the AC Mains Supply)
• Internal or cross drooping • Programmable password • Safe Torque Off board • 2 channel 0-10V/4 (0) – 20 mA converter
• SPDMR (DC bus supply and regenerating
• Tracelog (cyclic memory of data concerning up to 10 variables, used to record events related to a trip) braking energy to the AC Mains Supply)
Protections and Alarms • Overcurrent • Failed precharge The technical data of this publication may change. Please contact Answer Drives for confirmation.
• Overspeed • Communication loss
• DSP failure (control fault) • Input phase failure
• Desaturation (IGTB fault) • Output phase failure
• Drive overtemperature • Over/under voltage (DC bus)
• Speed reference loss (4-20 mA) • Speed deviation (stall trip)
• Ground fault (output) • Minimum load
• Motor overload • External protection
 GT3000 LARGE
OUTPUT CURRENT (IN) OUTPUT POWER UNIT LEGS/UNIT
MODEL A kW @690 V HP @575 V 6 PULSE 12 PULSE 18 PULSE DC BUS
CL. 1 CL. 2 CL. 1 CL. 2 CL. 1 CL. 2 (x= K) (x=P) (x= R) (x= J)
AIR COOLING
GTA1700xEN 600 500 580 480 640 536
GTA11K1xEN 900 700 870 675 960 750 IV leg version
1 Internal input bridges and precharge
GTA11K3xEN 1100 800 1060 770 1180 860 Optional external Braking unit
GTA11K7xEN 1440 1100 1390 1060 1540 1180
III Legs IV Legs
GTA12K2xEN 1800 1400 1740 1350 1930 1500 III leg version External precharge External precharge
External SPDM converter (*) Optional external Optional internal
GTA12K6xEN** 2200 1600 2120 1550 2360 1700 2 Optional external Braking unit Braking unit
GTA13K4xEN** 2880 2200 2780 2120 3080 2360 Braking unit
or
GTA13K9xEN 3300 2400 3180 2310 3540 2580 IV leg version
3
GTA15K1xEN 4350 3300 4200 3180 4660 3530 External SPDM converter (*)
Optional internal
GTA16K8xEN 5760 4400 5550 4240 6170 4700 4 Braking unit

WATER COOLING

GTW1850xEN 700 510 676 492 750 545 III Legs IV Legs
IV leg version
External precharge External precharge
GTW11K1xEN 900 650 869 627 960 700 Internal input bridges and precharge
Optional external Optional internal
Optional external Braking unit
GTW11K6xEN 1350 980 1300 950 1450 1050 1 Braking unit Braking unit

IV leg version IV Legs

GTW12K3xEN 2000 1450 1930 1400 2140 1550 External SPDM converter (*) External precharge
Optional internal Braking unit Optional internal Braking unit

III leg version

III Legs IV Legs
External SPDM converter
External precharge External precharge
GTW13K2xEN 2700 1960 2600 1900 2900 2100 or IV leg version
2 Optional external Optional internal
Optional internal Braking unit
Braking unit Braking unit
External SPDM converter (*)

GTW14K6xEN 4000 2900 3860 2800 4280 3100 IV leg version IV Legs
External SPDM converter (*) External precharge
GTW16K9xEN 6000 4350 5800 4200 6400 4650 3 Optional internal Braking unit Optional internal Braking unit
(*) SPDM: thyristor three phase converter with internal static precharge
(**) IV leg version also available with internal input bridge and precharge

GT 3000 LARGE: ACTIVE FRONT END

OUTPUT CURRENT (IN) OUTPUT
MODEL A kW @690 V A LEGS X UNIT UNIT
CL. 1 CL. 2 CL. 1 CL. 2 CL. 1 CL. 2

AIR COOLING

GTA1700KENA 600 500 588 490 555 463

GTA11K1KENA 900 700 883 686 833 648
1
GTA11K3KENA 1100 800 1079 784 1018 740
GTA11K7KENA 1440 1100 1412 1079 1333 1018
GTA12K2KENA 1800 1400 1765 1373 1666 1296
III
GTA12K6KENA 2200 1600 2157 1569 2036 1481 2
GTA13K4KENA 2880 2200 2824 2157 2665 2036
GTA13K9KENA 3300 2400 3236 2353 3054 2221
3
GTA15K1KENA 4320 3300 4236 3236 3998 3054
GTA16K8KENA 5760 4400 5648 4315 5331 4072 4

WATER COOLING

GTW1850KENA 700 510 686 500 648 472

GTW11K1KENA 900 650 883 637 833 602 III
1
GTW11K6KENA 1350 980 1324 961 1249 907
GTW12K3KENA 2000 1450 1961 1422 1851 1342 IV
GTW13K2KENA 2700 1960 2648 1922 2499 1814 III
2
GTW14K6KENA 4000 2900 3922 2844 3702 2684
IV
GTW16K9KENA 6000 4350 5883 4266 5553 4026 3
Precharge kit and clean power filter are supplied separately for external assembly
SIZES AND WEIGHT OVERLOAD
LEGS SIZES WEIGHT

(mm) AIR COOLING WATER COOLING CL. 1= 110% IN for 60” every 10’ (mm)

W H D Kg Kg
III 900 1105 750 460 440
CL. 2= 150% IN for 60” every 10’
IV 1100 1105 750 570 550