The Inovance MD500T5.5GB-INT is an MD500 AC drive – 5.5 kW, three-phase 380–480 V, 13 A output, built-in braking unit, frame T2.
MD500 drives are used where torque at low speed matters – hoists, extruders, winders, machine tools and conveyors – and are widely installed as a direct replacement for other vector drives.
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Technical data
| Model | MD500T5.5GB-INT |
|---|---|
| Series | MD500 high performance vector AC drive |
| Control | V/F, SVC, closed-loop FVC |
| Supply | Three-phase 380 to 480 Vac -15% to +10%, 50/60 Hz ±5% |
| Applicable motor | 5.5 kW |
| Rated input current | 16.7 A |
| Output current | 13 A |
| Overload capacity | 150% for 60 s |
| Max. output frequency | 500 Hz |
| Default carrier frequency | 6 kHz |
| Braking unit | Built-in |
| Braking resistor (recommended) | 1.1 kW, min. 32 Ω |
| Frame size | T2 |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 200 x 130 x 162 mm |
| Mass | 2.0 kg |
| Enclosure | IP20 |
| Brand | Inovance |
| Condition | New, original |
Key features (per Inovance)
- Communication options: Modbus-RTU, PROFIBUS-DP, CANopen, CANlink, PROFINET, EtherCAT
- Starting torque 150% at 0.25 Hz (SVC), 180% at 0 Hz (FVC)
- Output frequency 500 Hz
- Open loop V/F & SVC and closed loop FVC control
- Variable DC-injection braking
- 4 independent S-ramps
- Automatic torque boost and slip compensation
Typical applications
- Mixers, extruders and general machinery
- Conveyors and material handling
- Compressors and HVAC
- Packaging and food machines
- Machine tools and textile machines
Compatibility and replacement
Order with the complete model MD500T5.5GB-INT: T is the 400 V class, 5.5 the heavy-duty rating in kW, GB a heavy-duty drive with built-in braking unit and -INT the international version.
The ratings in the table are taken from the official Inovance MD500 brochure (inovance.eu). If your old drive shows different values, send us a photo of its nameplate and we will check it.
Before you replace it
- Option cards and remote keypad of the old drive
- Supply voltage and number of phases
- Frame size and mounting holes in the cabinet
Frequently asked questions
What motor power does it suit?
5.5 kW, with an output current of 13 A and 150% overload for 60 s, according to Inovance.
Does it have a braking unit?
Yes, it is built in (GB model); Inovance recommends a 1.1 kW resistor of at least 32 Ω.
What size is it?
Frame T2: 200 x 130 x 162 mm (H x W x D), 2.0 kg.
Can it run with an encoder?
Yes. The MD500 supports closed-loop FVC control with an optional PG (encoder) card, giving 180% torque at 0 Hz according to Inovance.
What supply does it need?
Three-phase 380 to 480 Vac, -15% to +10%, 50/60 Hz.
Can I get the datasheet?
The official manufacturer data is the source of the technical values above; we can send the datasheet with the quotation on request.
Can I get a price and delivery time?
Prices are quoted on request. Send the order number, quantity and delivery country on WhatsApp and we will reply with price and delivery time; air shipping is usually 5 to 7 days once ready, with a 1-year warranty.
Before you order
Compare the complete order number on the old unit with this page, including the suffix: in most ranges the last characters set the coil voltage, current range or version. If the label is worn, send us a photo and we will identify the part.
Need it fast? Send the order number, quantity and delivery country on WhatsApp or through the inquiry form and we reply with a quotation the same working day. All parts are new and original, covered by a 1-year warranty, and ship worldwide by air in 5 to 7 days once ready (shipping, payment and warranty). Local agents: Saudi Arabia, Iraq, the UAE, Egypt, Oman, Libya, Morocco, Mauritania, Yemen, Algeria and Jordan.
