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Variable-frequency drive

A variable-frequency drive (VFD) is a device used to control the speed and torque of an AC motor by changing the motor input frequency and voltage.

Applications

VFDs are used for many things that range from small appliances to large mining motors and compressors.

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See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Variador de frecuencia para niños

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