60 Hz MOTORS. FOR 50 Hz MOTORS, SEE
SECTION 6.4 ON PAGE 24.
The information contained in this manual is intended to be accurate. However, the manufacturer retains
the right to make changes in design which may not be included herein.
Notes: 1. UL approved as an electronic overload protector for motors. 2. Special software
is available – contact our Sales Department. 3. GFCI Operation: Models KBAC-24D, 27D, 29,
29 (1P), 45, 48 require custom software – contact our Sales Department. The KBAC-217, 416
Series are jumper selectable (J12) for standard (G1) and sensitive (G2) GFCIs. 4. Installation
of a CE approved RFI lter is required.
Adjustable Frequency Drive, Installation and Operation Manual, Trimpot Adjustment Tool, CE Approved
Product Information Card, and Warranty Registration Card.
Suitable For Use on a Circuit Capable of Delivering Not More Than 5 kA RMS Symmetrical Amperes,
230 Volts Maximum.
Use Copper Conductors Rated 75 ºC.
Suitable for Operation in a Maximum Surrounding Air Temperature of 40 ºC.
460 VAC Controls
Suitable For Use on a Circuit Capable of Delivering Not More Than 5 kA RMS Symmetrical Amperes, 460
Volts Maximum.
Use Copper Conductors Rated 75 ºC.
Suitable for Operation in a Maximum Surrounding Air Temperature of 40 ºC.
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1 QUICK-START INSTRUCTIONS
see Section 5.2 on page 20.
Models KBAC-416 , 416S, 416F, 416SF see Section 5.1 on pages 19 and 20.
Important – You must read these simplied instructions before proceeding. These instructions
are to be used as a reference only and are not intended to replace the details provided herein.
You must read the Safety Warning on page 5 before proceeding.
Reconditioning the Bus Capacitors – If this drive has been in storage for over one year, it is
necessary to recondition the power supply bus capacitors. To recondition the bus capacitors, apply the
AC Line with the drive in the Stop Mode for a minimum of one hour. Not following this procedure will
cause the bus capacitors to fail.
See Figure 1. Also see Section 4 - Important Application Information on Page 18.
WARNING! Disconnect main power before making connections to the drive.
Figure 1 – Quick-Start Connection Diagram*
TB1
L2
L1VWUL3
AC LINEM OTOR
Motor
208/230 Volt, 1-Phase,
50/60 Hz, AC Line Input
3-Phase
AC Induction Motor:
see Section 5.3 on page 21.
(Terminals L1, L2)
Models KBAC-24D, 27D, 29, 29 (1P):
see Section 5.1 on pages 19 and 20.
Ground (Earth):
208/230 Volt, 3-Phase, 50/60 Hz, AC Line Input (Terminals L1, L2, L3)
Models KBAC-29, 217, 217S, 217F, 217SF see Section 5.1 on pages 19 and 20.
400/460 Volt, 3-Phase, 50/60 Hz, AC Line Input (Terminals L1, L2, L3)
*Layout may vary.
1.1 AC Line Input Connection – Wire the AC Line input to Terminal Block TB1. See Section 5.1
on pages 19 and 20.
software – contact our Sales Department. The KBAC-217, 416 Series are jumper selectable
(J12) for Standard (G1) or Sensitive (G2) GFCIs.
Note: The rated AC Line voltage of the drive must match the actual AC Line input voltage. On Models
KBAC-24D and 27D, the setting of Jumper J1 must match the AC Line input voltage.
Models KBAC-24D, 27D, 29 (1P): Designed to accept 1-phase (Terminals L1, L2) AC Line input
only. Rated for 208/230 Volt AC Line input with Jumper J1 set to the “230V” position
(factory setting). Rated for 115 Volt AC Line input with Jumper J1 set to the “115V” position.
See Figure 10 on page 20.
Note: Model KBAC-27D is rated for 1½ HP maximum with 115 Volt AC Line input and 2 HP maximum
with 208/230 Volt AC Line input.
Model KBAC-29: Designed to accept 1-phase (Terminals L1, L2) or 3-phase (Terminals L1, L2, L3)
AC Line input. Rated for 208/230 Volt AC Line input only. See Figure 11 on page 20.
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Note: Rated for 2 HP maximum with 1-phase AC Line input and 3 HP maximum with 3-phase AC Line
input. For 3 HP rating with single-phase input, use Model KBAC-29 (1P).
Models KBAC-217, 217S, 217F, 217SF: Designed to accept 3-phase (Terminals L1, L2, L3) AC Line
input only. Rated for 208/230 Volt AC Line input only. See Figure 12 on page 20.
Models KBAC-45, 48, 416, 416S, 416F, 416FS: Designed to accept 3-phase (Terminals L1, L2, L3)
AC Line input only. Rated for 400/460 Volt AC Line input only. See Figure 12 on page 20.
1.2 AC Line Fusing – It is recommended that a fuse(s) or circuit breaker be installed in the AC Line.
Fuse each conductor that is not at ground potential. For the recommended fuse size, see Table 4
on page 14. Also see Section 11 on page 28.
1.3 Ground Connection – Connect the ground wire (earth) to the ground screw, as shown in Figures
10 -12 on page 20. See Section 5.2 on page 20.
1.4 Motor Connection – Wire the motor to Terminal Block TB1 Terminals U, V, W, as shown in
Figures 10 -12 on page 20. (Special reactors may be required for cable lengths over 100 ft. (30 m) –
consult our Sales Department.) See Section 5.3 on page 21.
1.5 60 Hz And 50 Hz Motor Operation – The drive is factory set for 60 Hz 3-phase motor operation
(Jumper J5 set to the “60Hz” position). For 50 Hz motor operation, set Jumper J5 to the “50Hz”
position. See Section 6.4 on page 24.
1.6 Start/Stop Switch – The drive is supplied with a prewired Start/Stop Switch to electronically
“start” and “stop” the drive, as described in Section 5.5 on page 21. This switch must be used to
“start” the drive each time the AC Line is applied to the drive or to “restart” the drive. Also see
Section 6.8 on page 25.
1.7 Jumper Settings – All jumpers have been factory set for most applications. However, some
jumpers may need to be set in order to tailor the drive for a specic application. See section 6
on pages 23 – 26.
IMPORTANT: In order to ensure that the motor is properly protected with the I2t Overload
Protection feature, it is required that Jumper J2 is set to the corresponding position for the motor
horsepower being used, as shown in Figure 22 on page 24.
1.8 Trimpot Settings – All trimpots have been factory set for most applications. Some applications require adjustment of the trimpots in order to tailor the drive for a specic requirement. See Section
13 on pages 29 – 32.
1.9 Diagnostic LEDs – After power has been applied, observe the LEDs to verify proper drive
operation, as described in Section 12 on pages 28 and 29.
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2 SAFETY WARNING
Denition of Safety Warning Symbols
Electrical Hazard Warning Symbol – Failure to observe this warning could result in electrical
shock or electrocution.
Operational Hazard Warning Symbol – Failure to observe this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
This product must be installed and serviced by a qualied technician, electrician, or
Proper installation, which includes electrical connections, fusing or other current protection,
and grounding, can reduce the chance of electrical shocks, and/or res, in this product or
products used with this product, such as electric motors, switches, coils, solenoids, and/or
relays. Do not use this drive in an explosion-proof application. Eye protection must be worn and
insulated adjustment tools must be used when working with drive under power. This product is
constructed of materials (plastics, metals, carbon, silicon, etc.) which may be a potential hazard.
Proper shielding, grounding, and ltering of this product can reduce the emission of radio
frequency interference (RFI) which may adversely aect sensitive electronic equipment. It is the
responsibility of the equipment manufacturer and individual installer to supply this Safety
Warning to the ultimate end user of this product. (SW 8/2012)
required. See RFI Filters & Chokes Selection Guide D-321 (Part No. A42027) for selection of lters that
meet the Industrial or Residential Standard. Additional shielded cable and/or AC Line cables may be
required along with a signal isolator (SIAC-PS).
3 INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the KBAC Adjustable Frequency Drive. KB Electronics, Inc. is committed to pro-
viding total customer satisfaction by producing quality products that are easy to install and operate. The
KBAC is manufactured with surface mount components incorporating advanced circuitry and technology.
The drives are variable speed controls housed in a rugged NEMA 4X / IP65 washdown and watertight
die-cast aluminum enclosure. They are designed to operate 208 – 230 and 400/460 Volt 50 & 60 Hz
3-phase AC induction motors from subfractional thru 10 HP. The sine wave coded Pulse Width Modulated
(PWM) output operates at a carrier frequency of 16 kHz which provides high motor eciency and low
noise. Adjustable Linear Acceleration and Deceleration are provided, making the drive suitable for
soft-start applications.
Due to its user-friendly design, the KBAC AC drive is easy to install and operate. Tailoring to specic
applications is accomplished with selectable jumpers and trimpots, which eliminate the computer-like
programming required on other drives. However, for most applications no adjustments are necessary.
Main features include adjustable RMS Current Limit and I2t Motor Overload Protection.* In addition,
Adjustable Slip Compensation with Static Auto-Tune and Boost provides high torque and excellent
load regulation over a wide speed range. Power Start™ delivers over 200% motor torque to ensure
start-up of high frictional loads. Electronic Inrush Current Limit (EICL™) eliminates harmful AC Line inrush
current. A Run/Fault Relay is provided, which can be used to turn equipment on or o , to signal a
warning if the drive is put into the Stop Mode, or if a fault has occurred. The drive is suitable for machine
or variable torque (HVAC) applications. Also, a jumper is provided for selection of Regenerative or
DC Injection Braking.
Standard front panel features include Diagnostic LEDs for “Power On” and “Drive Status”, a Start/Stop
Switch, and a Main Speed Potentiometer. Other features include a Barrier Terminal Block to facilitate
wiring of the AC Line and motor, adjustable trimpots (MIN, MAX, ACCEL, DEC/I, COMP, CL, JOG, BOOST),
customer selectable jumpers (Line Voltage - dual voltage models only), Motor Horsepower, Automatic
Ride-Through / Manual Start, Motor Frequency, Frequency Multiplier, Fixed/Adjustable Boost, Regenerative / Injection Braking, “Run” or “Fault” Output Relay Operation, NO/NC Stop Contact, Constant/Variable
Torque, Switching Frequency, and GFCI operation (KBAC-217 Series and KBAC-416 Series only).
electrical maintenance person familiar with its operation and the hazards involved.
This product complies with all CE directives pertinent at the time of manufacture. Contact our
Sales Department for Declaration of Conformity. Installation of a CE approved RFI lter is
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Optional accessories include: Forward-Stop-Reverse Switch, On/O AC Line Switch, Run-Stop-Jog Switch,
Signal Isolator, Auto/Manual Switch, Class ”A” AC Line Filter, Multi-Speed Board and Liquidtight Fittings.
A connector is provided for easy installation of accessories. Custom software: all models can be factory
programmed for applications which require special timing, PLC functions, and GFCI operation
(Models KBAC-24D, 27D, 29, 29 (1P), 45, 48) – contact our Sales Department.
*UL approved as an electronic overload protector for motors.
3.1 Standard Features
• Industrial Duty Die-Cast Aluminum Case with Hinged Cover – Available in Dark Gray nish or
FDA approved white nish.
• Simple to Operate – Does not require programming. Uses trimpots and jumpers, which are
factory set for most applications.
• Motor HP Selection Jumper (J2) – Allows the drive to be used on a wide range of motors
without recalibration.
• Switching Frequency and GFCI Selection Jumper (J12) – Allows the drive to be operated
at 8 kHz or 12 kHz and on Standard (G1) or Sensitive (G2) GFCIs. (KBAC-217 Series and
KBAC-416 Series only.)
• Diagnostic LEDs – Power on (POWER) and drive status (STATUS).
• Run/Fault Relay Output Contacts – Can be used to turn equipment on or o, to signal a warning
if the drive is put into the Stop Mode, or a fault has occurred.
• Start/Stop Switch – Provides electronic start and stop functions.
• Barrier Terminal Block – Facilitates wiring of motor, AC Line, and Run/Fault Relay Output Contacts.
• Jumper Selection of Drive Output Frequency – Increases the motor speed up to two times the
rated RPM.
• Ride-Through – Provides smooth recovery to the previous set speed during a momentary power
loss (of less than 2 seconds).
• Holding Torque at Zero Speed – Resists motor shaft rotation when the drive is in Stop Mode.
our Sales Department. The KBAC-217 Series and KBAC-416 Series are jumper selectable (J12) for Standard (G1) or Sensitive (G2) GFCIs.
3.2 Performance Features
• Power Start™ – Provides more than 200% starting torque which ensures startup of high frictional loads.
• Slip Compensation with Static Auto-Tune and Boost – Provides excellent load regulation over
a wide speed range.
• Speed Range – 60:1
3.3 PROTECTION FEATURES
• Motor Overload (I2t) with RMS Current Limit* – Provides motor overload protection which
prevents motor burnout and eliminates nuisance trips.*
• Electronic Inrush Current Limit (EICL™) – Eliminates harmful Inrush AC Line current during startup.
• Short Circuit – Shuts down the drive if a short circuit occurs at the motor (phase-to-phase).
• Regeneration – Eliminates tripping due to high bus voltage caused by rapid deceleration of high
inertial loads.
• Undervoltage and Overvoltage – Shuts down the drive if the AC Line input voltage goes above
or below the operating range.
• MOV Input Transient Suppression – Protects the drive components against damaging voltage
spikes on the AC Line.
• Microcontroller Self Monitoring and Auto Reboot.
*UL approved as an electronic overload protector for motors.
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3.4 TRIMPOT ADJUSTMENTS
• Minimum Speed (MIN) – Sets the minimum speed of the motor. See Section 13.1 on page 29.
• Maximum Speed (MAX) – Sets the maximum speed of the motor. See Section 13.2 on page 29.
• Acceleration (ACCEL) – Sets the amount of time for the motor to accelerate from zero speed to
full speed. See Section 13.3 on page 29.
• Deceleration (DEC/I) – Sets the amount of time for the motor to decelerate from full speed to
zero speed. See Section 13.4 on page 27.
• DC Injection Brake (DEC/I) – When the drive is set for DC Injection Braking (Jumper J7 set to
the “INJ” position), the DEC/I trimpot is used to set the DC Injection Brake voltage and time.
See Section 13.5 on pages 29 and 30.
• Slip Compensation (COMP) – Maintains set motor speed under varying loads. See Section 13.6
on page 30.
• Current Limit (CL) – Sets the current limit (overload) which limits the maximum current to the
motor. See Section 13.7 on pages 30 and 31.
• Boost (BOOST) – Sets the amount of Boost which can be used to obtain maximum low speed
performance. See Section 13.8 on pages 31 and 32.
• Jog (JOG) – Sets the “jog” speed of the motor. Must be used with the optional Run-Stop-Jog
Switch Kit (See Table 2 on page 9). See Section 13.9 on page 32.
Table 1 – Jumper Selectable Features
1
Description
AC Line Input Voltage (115, 230)J1
Motor Horsepower (see Table 4 - Electrical Ratings on page 14)J2
Automatic Ride-Through or Manual Restart (A2, M)J3
Frequency Multiplier (1X, 2X)J4
Motor Frequency (50Hz, 60Hz)J5
Fixed or Adjustable Boost (FIX, ADJ)J6
Regenerative or DC Injection Braking (RG, INJ)J7
“Run” or “Fault” Output Relay Operation (R, F)J8
Normally Open or Closed Stop Contact (NO, NC)J9
Constant or Variable Torque (VT, CT)J10
Factory Use OnlyJ11———
Switching Frequency and GFCI (8 kHz, 12 kHz, G1, G2)J12——
Notes: 1. Bold indicates factory setting. 2. In Automatic Ride-Through Mode, the drive will automatically restart due to a momentary power loss of
less than 2 seconds.
reversing and stop functions. Mounts on the enclosure
cover and is supplied with a switch seal to maintain
liquidtight integrity.
On/O AC Line Switch – Disconnects the AC Line.
Mounts on the enclosure cover and is supplied with a
switch seal to maintain liquidtight integrity.
Run-Stop-Jog Switch – Selects speed
setting from either the Main Speed Potentiometer or
the JOG Trimpot. Mounts on the enclosure cover and
is supplied with a switch seal to maintain liquidtight
integrity.
SIAC-PS Signal Isolator with Power Supply –
Provides isolation between a non-isolated signal source
and the drive. Mounts on the drive’s PC board with
four snap-ins.
Auto/Manual Switch – When used with the Signal
Isolator, it selects remote process signal or the Main
Speed Potentiometer. Mounts on the enclosure
cover and is supplied with a switch seal to maintain
liquidtight integrity.
AC Line Filter* – Provides Class A RFI (EMI)
suppression. Installs onto the drive’s PC board
with quick-connect terminals.
“S” Sux: Filter is used when On/O AC Line
Switch is installed.
“NS” Sux: Filter is used when On/O AC Line
Switch is not installed.
Liquidtight Fittings – Provide a liquidtight seal for
wiring the drive. Kit includes three 1/2” and one 3/4”
liquidtight ttings for case A and case B drives, and one
1/2” and two 3/4” liquidtight ttings for case C drives.
* Complies with CE Council Directive 89/336/EEC Industrial Standard.
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9600C*9600C*9600C*9600C*9600C* 9600C*8890
9481948194819481948194818891
“S”
950795129479—94799479
Sux
“NS”
950795129515—95159515
Sux
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KBAC-217 Series
KBAC-416 Series
“S” Sux Models
(Factory Installed
Only)
9516
*Warning! It is highly recommended that the SIAC-PS Signal Isolator with Power Supply be
installed when using the drive with external control signals. See Appendix A, on Page 33,
for more information.
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Figure 2 – KBAC-24D Control Layout
LED Board
See Section 12 on page 23.
POWER
STATUS
Violet (High)
Orange (Wiper)
White (Low)
Main Speed Potentiometer
See Section 5.4 on page 21.
Start/Stop Switch
See Section 5.5 on page 21.
Run/Fault Relay
Output Contacts
See Section 5.9 on page 23.
Used for optional
Forward-Stop-Reverse Switch.
See Table 2 on page 9.
Used for optional
SIAC Signal Isolator.
See Table 2 on page 9.
White
Black
Red
TB2
N.C.
COM
N.O.
CON2
FWD
COM
REV
RUN
COM
STOP
MAXACCEL DECELMINCLBOOST
MAXMIN ACCEL DEC/I BOOST
JOGP1P2P3
B-B+
(BLK)
(RED)
A
JOGCOMP
J6
J7
J8
J9
J10
B
C
COMP JOG
D
1HP
3/4
1/2
E
1/4
1/8
F
FIX
BST
ADJ
G
RG
H
INJ
R
I
RELAY
F
NC
J
STOP
NO
CT
K
VT
2
J11
L
1
M
CL
MAN
J3
AUTO
1X
MULT
J4
2X
60HZ
J2
J5
FREQ
50HZ
CON1
N
115V
230V
J1
L2BL2AL1BL1A
O
P
TB1
WVU
MOTOR
L1L2
AC LINE
All jumpers and trimpots are shown in factory set positions.
A – JOG Terminal. Used with optional Run/Jog Switch Kit.
See Table 2 on page 9.
B – Adjustable trimpots. See Section 13 on Pages 29 - 32.
C – J3: Automatic Ride -Through or Manual Restart selection.
See S ection 6.3 on page 23.
E – J2: Motor Horsepower selection.
See S ection 6.2 on pages 23 and 24.
D – J4: 1X or up to 2X Rated Motor RPM Operation selection.
See S ection 6.4 on page 24.
G – J6: Fixed or Adjustable Boost selection.
See S ection 6.5 on page 24.
F – J5: 60 Hz or 50 Hz Motor Operation selection.
See S ection 6.4 on page 24.
H – J7: Regenerative or Injection Braking selection.
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See S ection 6.6 on page 25.
I – J8: Run or Fault Output Relay Operation selection.
See S ection 6.7 on page 25.
J – J9: Normally Open or Closed Stop Contact selection.
See S ection 6.8 on page 25.
L – J11: Not used.
K – J10: Constant or Variable Torque selection.
See S ection 6.9 on page 25.
M – CON1: Used to connect optional accessories to the drive.
See Table 2 on page 9.
N – J1: AC Line Input Voltage selection. (Models KBAC-24D, 27D only.)
See S ection 6.1 on page 23.
O – L1A/L1B and L2A/L2B: For optional On/O AC Line Switch.
See Table 2 on page 9.
P – TB1: Motor and AC Line input connections.
See S ections 5.1 - 5.3 on pages 19 - 21.
Start/Stop Switch
Orange (Wiper)
Main Speed Potentiometer
E 1/2
All jumpers and trimpots are shown in factory set positions.