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 In addition to its exceptional torque production and precise control, you’ll enjoy effortless setup with GA800’s high-resolution display and connection to your favorite mobile device. Whether you need simple control, advanced network communications, or functional safety, look no further than GA800 for all your variable speed needs.
The Yaskawa GA800 drive provides the ultimate combination of power, ease of use, flexibility, and performance.
In addition to its exceptional torque production and precise control, you’ll enjoy effortless setup with GA800’s high-resolution display and connection to your favorite mobile device. Whether you need simple control, advanced network communications, or functional safety, look no further than GA800 for all your variable speed needs.

Features and Benefits of the GA800 Industrial High Performance Drive

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Yaskawa GA800 Drive

Specs

Overload Capacity
150% for 60 sec. (HD), 110% for 60 sec. (ND)
Output Frequency
0~590 Hz
Control Methods
Open and Closed Loop Current Vector; Open and Closed Loop V/f
Motor Types
Induction

Surface Permanent Magnet

Interior Permanent Magnet

Synchronous Reluctance

Protective Design
IP20 (IP20/UL Type 1 kit available)

Flange (IP55/UL Type 12 backside)

Protective Design and Ambient Operating Temperature
IP20/Protected Chassis(-10 to +50°C)

IP20 with UL Type 1 kit (-10 to +40°C)

Flange: front = IP20/Protected Chassis(-10 to +50°C); back = IP55/UL Type12 (-10 to +40°C)

All types (additional +10°C with derate)

Global Certification
UL, CSA, CE, RCM, RoHS
Functional Safety
Safe Torque Off, SIL3 according to IEC 62061, PLe according to ISO 13849-1
Standard I/O
(8) multi-function digital inputs (24Vdc)

(3) multi-function analog inputs (0 +/- 10 VDC, 4-20 mA)

(1) multi-function pulse inputs

(2) Safe Torque Off inputs

(1) fault relay output (form C)

(3) multi-function relay outputs (form A)

(2) multi-function analog output (0 +/- 10 VDC, 4-20mA)

(1) multi-function pulse output

I/O Expansion
(3) Analog Inputs -10 to +10V, 13 bit plus sign, 4 to 20mA

(16) Digital Inputs

(2) Analog Outputs (-10 to +10V, 11 bit magnitude)

(8) Digital Outputs (6 transistor, 2 relay)

Feedback
Incremental

Absolute (Stegmann, Heidenhain, Resolver)

Network Communication
Standard: Modbus RTU, RS-485, 115 kbps

Optional: EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Modbus TCP/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS-DP

Speed Control Range
1500:1 Closed Loop Vector (IM and PM Motors)

200:1 Open Loop Vector (IM Motors)

100:1 Open Loop Vector (PM Motors)

Speed Control Accuracy
≤ 0.02%: Closed Loop Vector; ≤ 0.2%; Open Loop Vector
Speed Response
≥ 50 Hz: Closed Loop Vector (Induction Motors)

≥ 250 Hz: Closed Loop Vector (PM Motors)

≥ 20 Hz: Open Loop Vector (Induction Motors)

≥ 40 Hz: Open Loop Vector (PM Motors)

Function Block Diagrams
Up to 200 connections, 500us program scan time

Features

  • Horsepower Range: 1-150 HP @ 240v, 1-600 HP @ 480v, 250-500HP @ 600v – smaller frame sizes in 600v to follow
  • High resolution multi-language display with Setup Wizards and Data-Logging.
  • Bluetooth and DriveWizardMobile for convenient and easy interaction.
  • Programming without main power through embedded USB port.
  • DriveWizard Desktop for comprehensive configuration and monitoring.
  • DriveWorks EZ (embedded function blocks) provides extra flexibility, otherwise accomplished in a separate controller.
  • Closed or open loop vector control for outstanding regulation and torque production.
  • Fast acting motor control functions provide near tripless operation.
  • Popular network connections provide robust control and monitoring with system controllers.
  • Embedded Auxiliary Control Power Input (24V) maximizes production time and efficiency by maintaining network communication while main power is removed.
  • Embedded Safe Torque Off minimizes downtime for applications requiring occasional intervention (SIL CL3, PLe, Category 3).
  • Integrated DC Reactor (40HP and larger) improves power quality and compatibility.
  • Integrated 12 Pulse version provides a cost effective solution for low harmonics.
  • Integrated Brake Transistor (up to 125HP ND) for cost effective heavy braking.
  • Standard conformal coating helps resist contamination.
  • Made with RoHS compliant materials for environmental compliance.
  • Flange version provides IP55/UL Type12 backside integrity when mounting with heatsink external.

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