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ITRC Paper No. P 18-007. Kyle Feist, Randall Cole, and Charles M. Burt
A New Approach to VFD System Specifications and Rebates
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Variable frequency drives (VFDs) are used to provide flexibility and efficiency enhancements for agricultural pressurized irrigation systems. Standard 6-pulse VFDs commonly used for agricultural pumps can also create real problems with the pump motor and nearby electrical systems, unless mitigated by special equipment. It was recognized that specifications were needed for farmers to receive comparable quotes for a good-quality VFD system, without needing to know all the technical details. Instead of a more typical qualified product list, which requires continuous time and effort to maintain, the specifications focus on minimum performance-based criteria and therefore provide flexibility for the VFD system designer. This paper provides an overview of the specifications’ content and rebate program implementation.
Feist, K., R. Cole, and C.M. Burt. 2018. A New Approach to VFD System Specifications and Rebates. Presented at the 2018 Irrigation Association (IA) Irrigation Show. December 3-7, 2018. Long Beach, CA.
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