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Medium-voltage motor control systems

SC9000 EP medium-voltage variable frequency drive

Eaton’s SC9000 Encapsulated Powerpole (EP) variable frequency drive (VFD), available up to 12000 hp, is an award-winning medium-voltage drive combining innovation and dependability to deliver power, control and energy efficiency in a compact footprint. The SC9000 EP medium-voltage VFD is designed for reliability even in harsh industrial environments including oil and gas, utility, mining, and water and wastewater.

Voltage Class
5 kV
Horsepower
up to 12000 hp
Main Bus Rating
up to 3000 A

Core features

  • Certified to UL 347A
  • Additional input and output voltages available up to 15 kV
  • Utilizes an inverter topology with a three-level neutral point clamp (NPC) for a low part count and high reliability
  • 24-pulse isolation transformer for IEEE 519 standard compliance
  • Fully-integrated design includes an isolation switch, power fuses and a main contactor eliminating the need for a remote feeder — reducing capital investment.
  • Compact footprint that allows for use in small spaces
  • Roll-in/roll-out stab design inverter for convenience and time savings during inspections and maintenance
  • Full factory testing and burn-in utilizing medium-voltage motors — as opposed to load banks — in Eaton’s world-class motor room
  • Combines with Eaton’s Ampgard main breaker and motor starters across a common bus into a compact and economical integrated assembly

Want to learn more?

This video covers Eaton´s Medium Voltage Control Assemblies Portfolio, showcasing the range of solutions in Ampgard MV Control and SC9000 MV Drives.

In this video we discuss medium-voltage drives and illustrate the synchronous transfer system in various applications.                                                

SC9000 EP arc-resistent medium-voltage drives

Discover how Eaton SC9000 EP arc-resistent medium-voltage drives safely protect your team and bottom line.

EP means reliable, durable and easy to maintain

The encapsulated powerpole of the SC9000 EP variable frequency drive yields a high MTTF, even in severe environments such as wastewater, mining and oil & gas. Its patented environmental protection and three-level neutral point clamped (NPC) topology improves reliability and diminishes the need for repairs.

Available in arc-resistant, watch this video to see how enclosure technologies provide strength and enhanced safety for the SC9000 EP medium-voltage drive in the event of an arc flash.

Synchronous Transfer Systems available for all SC9000 drives 

Eaton's Synchronous Transfer System maximizes capital efficiency by operating multiple motors of varying hp with one single drive.  The incorporation of Ampgard motor control with the double bus designs ensures superior performance. Learn more about synchronous drives transfers and benefits.

    Test Drive

    Burned in and tested to ensure top quality

    Each SC9000 EP medium-voltage VFD receives a burn in test with full voltage and current for a duration of up to 24 hours while connected to a fully rated medium-voltage motor.

    Integrated control gear streamlines multi-configuration lineups

    Combine Eaton’s Ampgard motor starters with SC9000 medium-voltage drives across a common bus into a compact and economical integrated assembly.
    Specifications

    RATINGS

    POWER RATING                         300-6000 hp, 6500-12000 hp
    INPUT VOLTAGE RATING 2400-13800 V
    OUTPUT VOLTAGE RATING

    0-2400 V

    0-3300 V

    0-4160 V

    Contact Eaton if higher output voltage is required 

    BASIC IMPULSE LEVEL (BIL)
    60 kV BIL
    INTERRUPTING RATING 50 kA rms symmetrical
    AMBIENT TEMPERATURE (WITHOUT DERATING)
    0 to 40 °C
    STANDARD OVERLOAD RATING (VARIABLE TORQUE)
    110% for 1 minute out of 10 minutes
    OPTIONAL OVERLOAD RATING (CONSTANT TORQUE)
    150% for 1 minute out of 10 minutes
    OUTPUT FREQUENCY
    1-120 Hz

    Standards

    UL                                                                                        347A
    NEMA ICS6/ICS7
    CSA C22.2
    THIRD PARTY RECOGNITION/APPROVAL UL/cUL available for most configurations
    SEISMIC QUALIFICATION IBC

    Enclosure

    ENCLOSURE TYPE                                                                                         
    Indoor with gaskets and filters                                 
    ACCESSIBILITY
    Front                                                                  
    INDOOR SECTION DIMENSIONS (TYPICAL)

    65" w x 50" d x 92" h to 218" w x 50" d x 92" h

    Consult factory for applications above 6,000 hp

    BUS INSULATION Heat shrink sleeve
    BUS SUPPORTS Glass polyester
    COOLING Air cooled with heat pipes

    DEVICES

    SWITCHING DEVICE                                           
    Medium-voltage IGBT        
    DEVICE MOUNTING
    Draw-out inverter
    ISOLATION TRANSFORMER 24-pulse
    INPUT POWER CIRCUIT PROTECTION Vacuum contactor with current limiting fuses

    APPLICATION DATA

    HEAT LOSS

    23 W/hp (typical)

    Consult factory for applications above 6,000 hp

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