Gefran frequency inverter VDL200 elevator series

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VDL200 AC Lift drive series for geared elevator systems. The VDL200 drive series is designed for low and medium rise geared applications in both open and closed loop with  asynchronous motors. High-performance control algorithms allow installation in sensorless configuration while maintaining the comfort level provided by high-range inverters. Available with built-in I/O and encoder card for Plug & Play installation, make the VDL200 ideal for modernizing obsolete systems as well as for new installations. The drive conforms to amendment A3 in standard EN81 regarding Unintended Car Movement. The advanced control algorithm guarantees high level performance even in open loop. The Pre-torque function allows a smooth start.



  • Integrated EMI Filter for EN 12015; EN 61800-3 2nd environment, category C2 and C3
  • Multispeed control
  • Short Floor Management
  • Emergency single-phase power supply for floor return with low energy optimization
  • Flexible ramp management
  • Integrated braking unit
  • Communication with control board via I/O
  • Management of TTL incremental digital encoders
  • Option: External braking resistors
  • Option: AC and DC input chokes
  • Option: Dedicated external EMC filters (for version without integrated EMC Filter)

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Model range

VDL200 elevator series (3 phase 230 V)

Model Capacity,
kW
Current,
A
Dimensions
(W x H x D), mm
Price
VDL200-1040 2 9 162x383x159 reduced!
VDL200-1055 3 13.5 162x383x159 reduced!
VDL200-2075 4 18.5 162x437x159 reduced!
VDL200-2110 5,5 24.5 162x437x159 reduced!
VDL200-3150 7,5 32 235x401x179,5 reduced!
VDL200-3185 9 39 235x401x179,5 reduced!
VDL200-3220 11 45 235x401x179,5 reduced!

VDL200 elevator series (3 phase 400 V)

Model Capacity,
kW
Current,
A
Dimensions
(W x H x D), mm
Price
VDL200-1040 4 9 162x383x159 reduced!
VDL200-1055 5,5 13.5 162x383x159 reduced!
VDL200-2075 7,5 18.5 162x437x159 reduced!
VDL200-2110 11 24.5 162x437x159 reduced!
VDL200-3150 15 32 235x401x179,5 reduced!
VDL200-3185 18,5 39 235x401x179,5 reduced!
VDL200-3220 22 45 235x401x179,5 reduced!

Gefran frequency inverter VDL200 main features

- Multispeed control
- Short floor management
- Emergency single-phase power supply for floor return with low energy optimization
- Flexible ramp management
- Integrated braking unit
- Communication with control board via I/O
- Management of TTL incremental digital encoders
- Integrated EMI filter for versions (VDL200….-F)
- 200% overload for 10 seconds
- The drive complies with the monitoring requirements of the correct lifting or dropping of the machine brake according to 5.6.7.3 of EN 81-20:2014 and 5.8 of EN 81-50:2014
- CE mark

Gefran frequency inverter VDL200 general characteristics

Universal mechanical structure
The extremely compact VDL200 reduces the size of conventional lift systems and it is suitable for installation in roomless systems.

Lift control system
Basic and advanced lift functions are incorporated in a single product, to ensure maximum comfort for all systems at all times:
- Speed control: EFC (Elevator Floor Control) function: separate function for independent management of short floors, landing zone, re-starting with lift not at floor and automatic deceleration point calculation.
- Lift sequence: Typical sequence of input/output signals used in civil lift engineering applications such as I/O management, braking, output contactor and door control.
- Parameters in linear unit: Possibility of selecting different engineering units (also with values for the US) for the main movement parameters, rpm (fpm) or m/s for speed, m/s2, m/s3 for cabin acceleration.
- Lift mechanical parameters: Mechanical system parameters such as pulley diameter and speed ratio for converting system units and weights, system for calculating inertia and speed regulation for the desired response.
- Ramp generation: Independent configuration of acceleration and deceleration ramp parameters and of the 4 jerk values for maximum travelling comfort in the lift cabin. Two independent S-shaped ramps, selectable via digital input with 4 independent jerk settings. Dedicated deceleration ramp corresponding to the stop command.



Optional programming keypad
The optional KB-ADL programming keypad featuring full display of parameters and variables in 5 languages makes the VDL200 extremely intuitive and easy to use.

It has a strip of magnetic material on the back so that it can be attached to the front of the drive or other metal surface (e.g. door of the electrical panel).

The keypad can be used remotely from distances of up to 15 m. A 70 cm-long connection cable is supplied as standard. Up to 5 sets of parameters can be saved using the KB-ADL keypad and sent to other drives.
- 5 line x 21 character display
- Alphanumeric plaintext
- Complete information regarding each parameter
- Fast navigation keys
- Key for displaying the last 10 parameters that have been changed
- DISP key for rapid display of operating parameters
- Uploading-Downloading and saving of 5 complete sets of drive parameters
- Up to 5 sets of parameters can be saved using the KB-ADL keypad and sent to other drives.



Encoder management
VDL200 integrates as standard:
- Input for 5 Vdc TTL incremental digital encoder

Back-up power supply
The VDL200 guarantees operation even in the event of a power failure. It features an automatic return-to-floor function managed by an external device such as UPS or buffer battery via a singlephase 230V AC power supply (with EMS module).

Gefran frequency inverter VDL200 GF_eXpress programming software

GF_eXpress is the software tool used to configure all the drives available in the Gefran catalogue. Product selection is immediate by mean of a drop down menu and thanks to the graphical interface the configuration is easy and intuitive.
Configure your Drive
The configuration of the drive is organized in various contextual menus, available in 6 different languages, where the operator through a graphical layout is guided step by step in the configuration process, with clear indication of the available parameters and the range of possible values to set.

The specific menu “Lift” groups all the parameters strictly related to the elevator systems. Divided by functional contexts, the setting of parameters about mechanical data, lift sequences, acceleration and deceleration ramps, multispeed setting, is fast and easy. For the commissioning two modes are available: easy and expert, where the operator can select to perform a faster configuration with a limited set of parameters, or a refined configuration where the setting of more parameters is required.

The selected product can be configured using a text interface or a guided graphical interface. To check and monitor the configuration, the integrated Oscilloscope can simultaneously monitor up to 8 curves. The reference value for the curve being displayed can be selected from among all the variables that are available for the selected drive.

Save time with Wizard and Still Autotune
Thanks to the Wizard, the start-up of the motor is easy and fast by filling the parameters requested step by step. The still autotune is quickly performed, avoiding operators to decouple the car from the ropes, assuring a safe working environment, and a faster commissioning.

Export your configuration
All details for configuration of each single device are sent out in XML format to facilitate expansion of the catalogue and parameters. The parameters can be exported and printed.



Customize the tool
Based on different needs and context, the tool allows to create and store recipes, where the configuration can be saved with a sub-set of configured parameters. Custom parameter menus with a limited sub-set of data can be created, to enable a better and more effective device configuration. It’s possible the management of parameter archives for multiple configurations.

GF_eXpress is indisputably the perfect tool to allow a fast, flexible, intuitive and easy commissioning of the drive for the elevator systems.



Technical data
Operating systems: Windows ® 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7.
Minimum PC requirements:
- Pentium class CPU
- RAM 512 MB
- Free space of > 200 MB
- Graphic card min. VGA (1024x768)
- N. 1 RS232 or USB serial port
- N. 1 Ethernet port
- CD-ROM drive
Communication protocols supported:
- Serial communication with the device (Modbus)
- Ethernet communication with TCP Modbus devices.

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