Summary of Changes2
Product Overview3
PowerFlex 527 AC Drives Feature3
PowerFlex 527 AC Drive Advanced Features4
Communications and Software6
Catalog Number Explanation7
Technical Specifications8
Environmental Specifications11
Certifications12
Product Selection13
Drive Dimensions and Weights14
Design Considerations15
Fuses and Circuit Breaker Ratings25
Accessories30
Safe Torque Off Function39
Additional Resources41
Summary of Changes
This publication contains the following new or updated information. This list includes substantive updates only and is not intended to reflect
all changes.
Top icPa ge
Updated certification table12
Changed Circuit Breakers Bulletin 140M-C2E-C16 to 140M-D8E-C16 for 380...480V 3-
Phase Input Protection Devices
Added EMC Ferrite Cores and Terminators to Accessories32
28
2Rockwell Automation Publication 520-TD002D-EN-E - October 2020
PowerFlex 527 AC Drive Specifications
Product Overview
PowerFlex® 527 AC drives are designed to be used with an Allen-Bradley® Logix Programmable Automation Controller (PAC). Ideal for
machines that can benefit from the same drive configuration experience for both servo and AC drives, the PowerFlex 527 drive features a
built-in dual-port for EtherNet/IP™ and safety over the network. The PowerFlex 527 drive provides maximum flexibility and performance
ranging up to 30 HP and 22 kW.
Designed to connect and operate only with the ControlLogix® 1756-L7x, GuardLogix® 1756-L7xS, and CompactLogix™ 5370 controllers and
Studio 5000 Logix Designer® application. The PowerFlex 527 is programmed with the embedded motion instructions within Studio 5000®,
these are the same instructions that are used for Allen-Bradley Kinetix® servo drives. This streamlined approach provides a common user
experience and just one software package to learn and use. The commonality and use of consolidated integration tools helps save valuable
engineering time.
Maximize your system performance and productivity by taking advantage of the following key features that are offered in a PowerFlex 527
drive.
PowerFlex 527 AC Drives Feature
Design
•Designed to be used exclusively with Allen-Bradley Logix controllers.
•Designed for machine applications – such as pumps, fans, and in-feed and out-feed conveyors – that need speed control for induction
motors.
•Logix integration helps deliver a high level of motor coordination.
•Built-in dual-port EtherNet/IP supports multiple network topologies and Device Level Ring functionality.
•Integrated Safety – controller-based safety delivered via EtherNet/IP. SIL 3 / PLe Cat 3.
•Reduce your spare parts with a standard control module that can be used across the entire power range.
•Support for an incremental encoder accessory card without affecting footprint.
Packaging and Mounting
•Installation can be quick and easy using the DIN rail mounting feature on A, B, and C frame drives. Panel mounting is also available,
providing added flexibility.
•Zero Stacking is allowed for ambient temperatures up to 45 °C, saving valuable panel space.
•Integral filtering is available on all 200V and 400V ratings, providing a cost-effective means of meeting EN61800-3 Category C2 and C3
EMC requirements. External filters provide compliance to EN61800-3 Category C1, C2, and C3 EMC requirements for all PowerFlex 520Series ratings.
•An optional IP 30, NEMA/UL Type 1 conduit box is easily adapted to the standard IP 20 (NEMA Type Open) product, providing increased
environmental ratings.
Optimized Performance
•Removable MOV to ground provides trouble-free operation when used on ungrounded distribution systems.
•A relay precharge limits inrush current.
•Integral brake transistor, available on all ratings, provides dynamic braking capability with simple low-cost brake resistors.
•A jumper to switch between 24V DC sink or source control for control wiring flexibility.
Rockwell Automation Publication 520-TD002D-EN-E - October 20203
PowerFlex 527 AC Drive Specifications
PowerFlex 527 Control I/O Wiring Block Diagram
(1) When using an opto output with an inductive load such as a relay, install a
recovery diode parallel to the relay as shown, to prevent damage to the output.
(2) Do not short across Terminals 01 and 011.
•Dual Overload Rating available for drives above 15 HP/11 kW. Normal duty: 110% overload for 60 seconds or 150% for 3 seconds. Heavy
duty: 150% overload for 60 seconds or 180% overload (200% programmable) for 3 seconds provides robust overload protection.
•Adjustable PWM frequency up to 8 kHz delivers quiet operation.
PowerFlex 527 AC Drive Advanced Features
Control Performance
•Frequency Control with the following options:
• Volts per Hertz (V/Hz)
• Sensorless Vector Control (SVC)
• Sensorless Vector Control (SVC) Economizer
•Position Loop, including:
- Closed Loop Position Vector Control (with optional encoder card)
•Velocity Loop, including:
• Closed Loop Velocity Vector Control (with optional encoder card)
I/O Wiring
•Two Analog Inputs (one current and one voltage) are independently
isolated from the rest of the drive I/O.
•Four Digital Inputs provide application versatility.
•One Analog Output is jumper selectable between either 0…10V or
0…20 mA. This scalable, 10-bit output is suitable for metering or as
a speed reference for another drive.
•Two Opto Outputs and two Relay Outputs (one form A and one form
B) can be used to indicate various drive, motor or logic conditions.
Communications
•Built-in dual-port for EtherNet/IP allows easy configuration,
control, and collection of drive data over the network. It also
supports Device Level Ring (DLR) topologies, providing faulttolerant connectivity for optimum drive availability.
•Online EDS file creation with RSNetWorx™ providing ease of set-up
on a network.
Common DC Bus Installations
Safety 1
Safety 2
Safety +24V
Relay 1 N.O.
Relay 1 Common
Relay 2 Common
Relay 2 N.C.
S1
S2
S+
R1
R2
R5
R6
R1
R2 R5 R601
J1
SNK
Digital In
Analog Out
SRC
(2)
02 03 04 05 06 07
Typical
Typical
SNK wiring
C1 C2
C1
C2
SRC wiring
(1)
(1)
Ethernet
Comm Common
Pot must be
1...10 k ohm
2 W min.
24V
Common
(1)
SNK
+24V
+10V
0-10V
0/4-20 mA
J2
ACO
AVO
02
03
04
05
06
07
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
Digital In 1
Digital In 2
Digital In 3
Digital In 4
Opto Output 1
Opto Output 2
+24V DC
+10V DC
±10V Input
Analog Common
4-20mA Input
Analog Output
Opto Common
Digital Common
01
SRC
Common DC Bus offers additional inherent breaking capabilities by
utilizing the drives/loads on the bus for energy absorption offering
higher efficiency and cost savings. The PowerFlex 527 drive has been
optimized for use in Common DC Bus or Shared DC Bus installations.
•Direct DC Bus connection to power terminal blocks.
4Rockwell Automation Publication 520-TD002D-EN-E - October 2020
(2)
11
12 13 14 15 16 17
PowerFlex 527 AC Drive Specifications
I/OConnection ExampleI/OConnection Example
Encoder
Power –
Internal Drive
Power
Internal (drive)
12V DC, 250 mA
Encoder
Power –
External
Power
Source
Encoder
Signal –
Single-Ended,
Dual Channel
Encoder
Signal –
Differential,
Dual Channel
+
Common
External
Power
Supply
to
SHLD
Encoder Wiring Examples
Improved Ride-through
Operation Down to 1/2 Line Voltage
The PowerFlex 527 drive allows for the selection of 1/2 DC Bus operation, for use in critical applications where continued drive output is
desired even in the event of brown out or low voltage conditions. The PowerFlex 527 drive also supports enhanced inertia ride-through for
additional low voltage mitigation.
•Selectable 1/2 line voltage operation.
•Increased power loss ride-through.
Basic Position Control
Closed loop position control using Logix motion instructions such as MAM (Motion Axis Move). For more information on Logix motion
instructions, see the Logix 5000™ Controllers Motion Instructions Reference Manual, publication MOTION-RM002
.
Closed Loop Feedback
Encoder Option Card
The PowerFlex 527 drive allows for configurable closed loop control with an optional encoder card for either speed or position feedback for
improved speed regulation or basic position control.
•Improved speed regulation
•Basic position control
Feedback Details
Line Driver Type Incremental Encoder Option Card
•Quadrature (dual channel)
•5V/12V DC supply, 10 mA min per channel
•Single Ended or Differential (A, B, and Z Channel)
•Duty Cycle of 50%, +10%
•Input Frequency up to 250 kHz
•DIP switches to select between HTL or TTL encoder signals
– for 25-ENC-2/B only
+12V DC
(250 mA)
+V
Cm
Common
ZZ
to SHLD
BB
AA
to Power Supply
Common
+V
Marker
Cm
Z NOT
Z-
Marker Z
Z
B-
B
B
A-
A
A
to SHLD
to SHLD
+V
Marker
Cm
Z NOT
Z-
Marker Z
Z
B NOT
B-
B
B
A NOT
A-
A
A
Safety Inside using Safe Torque Off Function
Safe Torque Off is a standard feature that can be applied through either hardwired safety or Integrated Safety via an EtherNet/IP network.
Safe Torque Off allows you to restart your application faster after a safety-related situation.
•Safe Torque Off functionality removes rotational power without powering down the drive.
•Built-in safety reduces wiring and saves on installation space.
•Meets ISO 13849-1 standards and provides safety ratings up to and including SIL 3/PLe.
Rockwell Automation Publication 520-TD002D-EN-E - October 20205
PowerFlex 527 AC Drive Specifications
Linear Topology
Star Topology
Ring Topology
Only Rockwell Automation supports
rings at the device level (DLR)
Frame AFrame BFrame CFrame DFrame E
Communications and Software
Versatile Programming and Network Solutions
•A network can be configured using PowerFlex 527 drives
for flexible configuration capabilities.
•Built-in dual-port for EtherNet/IP
EtherNet/IP is an established, broadly adopted network that helps
simplify and enhance machine design and operation. Dual-port
EtherNet/IP connectivity supports linear and ring topologies, and
Device Level Ring (DLR) functionality.
The application of the CIP Safety™ protocol enables the
simultaneous transmission of safety and standard control data
and diagnostics information through EtherNet/IP.
PC Programming Software
Studio 5000 Logix Designer application
•PowerFlex 527 drives are used exclusively with
Allen-Bradley Logix controllers.
•Drives are programmed using the motion instructions in Studio 5000 Logix Designer application.
(a)
•PowerFlex 527 drives feature drive configuration that is stored in the Logix controller, supporting fast, automatic device replacement.
PowerFlex 527 Drive Family
(a) Studio 5000 Logix Designer application (formerly RSLogix 5000®) version 24 or later is required.
6Rockwell Automation Publication 520-TD002D-EN-E - October 2020
PowerFlex 527 AC Drive Specifications
CodeType
25CPowerFlex 527
(1) Normal and Heavy Duty ratings are available for drives above 15 HP / 11 kW.
(2) 110% Overload capability for up to 60 s, 150% for up to 3 s.
Rockwell Automation Publication 520-TD002D-EN-E - October 20207
PowerFlex 527 AC Drive Specifications
Technical Specifications
Protection
SpecificationsPowerFlex 527
Bus Overvoltage Trip
100...120V AC Input:
200...240V AC Input:
380...480V AC Input:
525...600V AC Input:
Bus Undervoltage Trip
100...120V AC Input:
200...240V AC Input:
380...480V AC Input:
525...600V AC Input
Power Ride-Thru:100 ms
Logic Control Ride-Thru:0.5 s min, 2 s typical
Electronic Motor Overload Protection:
Overcurrent:200% hardware limit, 300% instantaneous fault
Ground Fault Trip:Phase-to-ground on drive output
Short Circuit Trip:Phase-to-phase on drive output
Electrical
405V DC bus (equivalent to 150V AC incoming line)
405V DC bus (equivalent to 290V AC incoming line)
810V DC bus (equivalent to 575V AC incoming line)
1005V DC bus (equivalent to 711V AC incoming line)
190V DC bus (equivalent to 75V AC incoming line)
190V DC bus (equivalent to 150V AC incoming line)
390V DC bus (equivalent to 275V AC incoming line)
487V DC bus (equivalent to 344V AC incoming line)
Provides class 10 motor overload protection according to NEC article 430 and motor over-temperature protection according to
NEC article 430.126 (A) (2). UL 508C File 29572.
SpecificationsPowerFlex 527
Voltage Tolerance:-15% / +10%
Frequency Tolerance:47…63 Hz
Input Phases:Three-phase input provides full rating. Single-phase input provides 35% rating on three-phase drives.
Displacement Power Factor:0.98 across entire speed range
Short Circuit Rating, max:100,000 Amps Symmetrical
Actual Short Circuit Rating:Determined by AIC Rating of installed fuse/circuit breaker
Transistor Type:Insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT)
Internal DC Bus Choke
200…240V AC Input:
380…480V AC Input:
525…600V AC Input:
Only for Frame E drive ratings
11 kW (15 HP)
15…18.5 kW (20…25 HP) — Heavy Duty
15…18.5 kW (20…25 HP) — Heavy Duty
Control
SpecificationsPowerFlex 527
• Frequenc y Control:
– Basic Volts/Hertz
– Fan/Pump Volts/Hertz
– Sensorless Vector Control (SVC)
Method
Carrier Frequency2...8 kHz, Drive rating based on 4 kHz
Frequency AccuracyWithin ±0 .05% of set output frequency
Performance
V/Hz (Volts per Hertz):
SVC (Sensorless Vector):
SVC Economizer:
Performance with Encoder
Closed Loop Velocity Vector Control:±0.1% of base speed across a 100:1 speed range
Output Voltage Range:0V to rated motor voltage
Output Frequency Range:0…590 Hz (programmable)
Efficiency:97.5% (typical)
– Sensorless Vector Control (SVC) Economizer
• Position Loop:
– Closed Loop Position Vector Control (with optional encoder card)
±1% of base speed across a 60:1 speed range
±0.5% of base speed across a 100:1 speed range
±0.5% of base speed across a 100:1 speed range
8Rockwell Automation Publication 520-TD002D-EN-E - October 2020
PowerFlex 527 AC Drive Specifications
Control (Continued)
SpecificationsPowerFlex 527
Stop Modes:Multiple programmable stop modes including – Disable and Coast, Current Decel and Disable, and Ramped Decel and Disable
Accel/Decel:
Intermittent Overload
Normal Duty:
Heavy Duty:
“REAL” tag programmable with Studio 5000 motion instructions.
For more information, see the Logix 5000 Controllers Motion Instructions Reference Manual, publication MOTION-RM002
110% Overload capability for up to 60 s, 150% for up to 3 s
Applies to the following drives:
•25C-B048*
•25C-B062*
•25C-D030*
•25C-D030*
•25C-D037*
•25C-D043*
• 25C-E022*
•25C-E027*
•25C-E032*
150% Overload capability for up to 60 s, 180% for up to 3 s
Applies to following drives:
• 25C-V2P5*
• 25C-V4P8*
•25C-V6P0*
• 25C-A2P5*
• 25C-A4P8*
• 25C-A8P0*
•25C-A011*
• 25C-B2P5*
•25C-B5P0*
•25C-B8P0*
•25C-B011*
•25C-B017*
•25C-B024*
•25C-B032*
•25C-D1P4*
• 25C-D2P3*
•25C-D4P0*
•25C-D6P0*
• 25C-D010*
•25C-D013*
•25C-D017*
•25C-D024*
•25C-E0P9*
•25C-E1P7*
•25C-E3P0*
• 25C-E4P2*
•25C-E6P6*
•25C-E9P9*
•25C-E012*
•25C-E019*
.
Rockwell Automation Publication 520-TD002D-EN-E - October 20209
PowerFlex 527 AC Drive Specifications
Control Inputs
SpecificationsPowerFlex 527
Quantity:(4) Programmable
Digital
Analog
Safety
(per channel)
Current:6 mA
Type
Source Mode (SRC):
Sink Mode (SNK):
Quantity:(2) Isolated, ±10V and 4…20 mA
Specification
Resolution:
±10V DC Analog:
4…20 mA Analog:
External Pot:
Input Current:<10 mA
Input ON Voltage, max:18…26.4V DC
Input OFF Voltage, max:5V DC
Input ON Current:10 mA
Input OFF Current:500 µA
Pulse Rejection Width:700 µs
External Power Supply:SELV/PELV
Input Type:Optically isolated and reverse voltage protected
18…24V = ON, 0…6V = OFF
0…6V = ON, 18…24V = OFF
10-bit
100k ohm input impedance
250 ohm input impedance
1…10k ohm, 2 W min
Control Outputs
SpecificationsPowerFlex 527
Quantity:(2) 1 Programmable Form A and 1 Programmable Form B
Relay
Opto
Analog
Specification
Resistive Rating:
Inductive Rating:
Quantity:(2) Programmable
Specification:30V DC, 50 mA Non-inductive
Quantity:(1) Non-Isolated 0…10V or 4…20 mA
Specification
Resolution:
0…10V DC Analog:
4…20 mA Analog:
3.0 A @ 30V DC, 3.0 A @ 125V, 3.0 A @ 240V AC
0.5 A @ 30V DC, 0.5 A @ 125V, 0.5 A @ 240V AC
10-bit
1 kΩ min
525 Ω max
Encoder
SpecificationsPowerFlex 527
Type:Incremental, dual channel
Supply:5V, 12V, 250 mA
Quadrature:
Duty Cycle:50%, +10%
Requirements:
90°, ±27° @ 25 °C
Encoders must be line driver type, quadrature (dual channel), 3.5…26V DC output, single-ended or differential and capable of
supplying a minimum of 10 mA per channel.
Allowable input is DC up to a maximum frequency of 250 kHz. The encoder I/O automatically scales to allow 5V, 12V, and 24V DC
nominal voltages.
10Rockwell Automation Publication 520-TD002D-EN-E - October 2020
Environmental Specifications
IMPORTANT
Drive must not be installed in an area where the ambient atmosphere contains volatile or corrosive
gas, vapors vapors, or dust. If the drive is not going to be installed for a period of time, it must be
stored in an area where it will not be exposed to a corrosive atmosphere.
Fram e
Size
Operating and NonoperatingNonoperating (Transportation)
Force (Shock/Vibration)Mounting TypeForce (Shock/Vibration)Mounting Type
A15 g / 2 gDIN rail or screw30 g/ 2.5 gScrew only
B15 g / 2 gDIN rail or screw30 g/ 2.5 gScrew only
C15 g / 2 gDIN rail or screw30 g/ 2.5 gScrew only
D15 g / 2 gScrew only30 g/ 2.5 gScrew only
E15 g / 1.5 gScrew only30 g/ 2.5 gScrew only
SpecificationsPowerFlex 527
Altitude
Without derating:
With derating:
Surrounding Air Temperature, max.
Without derating:
With derating:
Storage Temperature
Frame A...D:
Frame E:
Atmosphere:
Relative Humidity:0…95% noncondensing
Shock:
Vibration:
See Current Derating Curves on page 16 for derating guidelines.
1000 m (3300 ft) max.
Up to 4000 m (13,200 ft) max., except for 600V drives at 2000 m (6600 ft) max.
See Current Derating Curves
°C (-4…+122 °F)
-20…+50
°C (-4…+140 °F) or -20…+70 °C (-4…+158 °F) with optional Control Module Fan kit.
-20…+60
°C (-40…+185 °F)
-40…+85
°C (-40…+158 °F)
-40…+70
Complies with IEC 60068-2-27
Complies with IEC 60068-2-6:2007
PowerFlex 527 AC Drive Specifications
on page 16 for derating guidelines.
Conformal Coating:
Surrounding Environment Pollution
Degree
Pollution Degree 1 & 2:
Sound Pressure Level (A-weighted)
Frame A & B:
Frame C:
Frame D:
Frame E:
Complies with:
IEC 60721-3-3 to level 3C2 (chemical and gases only)
All enclosures acceptable.
Measurements are taken 1 m from the drive.
53 dBA max
57 dBA max
64 dBA max
68 dBA max
Rockwell Automation Publication 520-TD002D-EN-E - October 202011
PowerFlex 527 AC Drive Specifications
Functional
Safety
Type
Approved
www.tuv.com
ID 0600000000
Certifications
CertificationPowerFlex 527
c-UL-us
Listed to UL508C and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 14-05.
Australian Communications and Media Authority
RCM
CE
Functional Safety
KCC
EAC
AC 156
SEMI F47
ODVAODVA conformance tested to EtherNet/IP specifications
Lloyd’s RegisterLloyd’s Register Type Approval Certificate 15/80016(E1)
IEEE P1668Product meets the requirements of IEEE P1668
RoHSCompliant with the European “Restriction of Hazardous Substances” 2011/65/EU Directive
The drive is also designed to meet the appropriate portions of the following specifications:
NFPA 70 - US National Electrical Code
NEMA ICS 7.1 - Safety standards for Construction and Guide for Selection, Installation, and Operation of Adjustable Speed Drive Systems.
In conformity with the following:
Radiocommunications Act: 1992 (including amendments up to 2018)
Radiocommunications Standard: 2017
Radiocommunications Labelling Notice: 2017
Standards applied:
EN 61800-3
In conformity with the following European Directives:
2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive (LVD)
2014/30/EU EMC Directive (EMC)
2006/42/EC Machinery Directive (MD)
2011/65/EU RoHS Directive (RoHS)
Standards applied:
EN 61800-3
EN 61800-5-1
TÜV Rheinland
Standards applied:
EN ISO 13849-1
EN 61800-5-2
EN 62061
EN 60204-1
IEC 61508 Part 1-7
Certified to ISO 13849-1 SIL3/PLe with embedded Safe Torque Off function
Certified to ISO 61800-5-2 and EN 62061 SIL3/PLe with Network Torque 0ff function
Meets Functional Safety (FS) when used with embedded Safe Torque Off function
Korean Registration of Broadcasting and Communications Equipment
Compliant with the following standards:
Article 58-2 of Radio Waves Act, Clause 3
Customs Union:
Low Voltage TP CU 004/2011
EMC TP CU 020/2011
Tested by Trentec to be compliant with AC156 Acceptance Criteria for Seismic Qualification Testing of Nonstructural Components and 2003
International Building Code for worst-case seismic level for USA excluding site class F
Certified compliant with the following standards:
SEMI F47
IEC 61000-4-11
IEC 61000-4-34
12Rockwell Automation Publication 520-TD002D-EN-E - October 2020