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5.5kw 13amp ND & HD (PowerFlex 523 Drives) from Rockwell Automation.
Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 523 AC Drives — Compact, Reliable Variable Speed Control for Industrial Automation
The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 523 drive series delivers a dependable and cost-effective motor-control solution for OEM equipment, industrial machinery, utilities, food & beverage plants and general manufacturing. Designed as part of the PowerFlex 520 family, these drives offer fast commissioning, a compact footprint, flexible motor-control modes and seamless integration with Allen-Bradley PLCs and automation systems.
Across all power ratings — from small fractional-kilowatt units up to heavy-duty industrial sizes — the PowerFlex 523 provides consistent, high-quality performance for a wide range of motor-driven applications.
Key Features (Applies to All Ratings)
- Versatile Motor Control
- Supports Normal Duty (ND) and Heavy Duty (HD) ratings
- Suitable for induction motors across pumps, fans, conveyors, mixers and packaging equipment
- Offers V/Hz and sensorless vector control for improved torque and speed stability
- Built-in overload protection for safe, continuous operation
Fast, Simplified Commissioning
All PowerFlex 523 models include:
- AppView™ setup with preconfigured parameter groups for common applications
- CustomView™ for customised parameter organisation
- USB programming with Connected Components Workbench (CCW)
- Clear, easy keypad navigation to reduce setup time on site
Whether replacing older drives or deploying new systems, commissioning remains straightforward across every rating.
Compact, Space-Efficient Design
Slim, panel-friendly enclosure
- Side-by-side mounting without air gaps
- Ideal for MCCs, OEM skids and retrofit installations
- Reduces panel size and installation cost
Rock-Solid Reliability
- Designed for continuous industrial operation
- Thermal and electrical durability across varying load conditions
- Conformal coating options available across the 520 series
- Stable performance in dusty, hot or vibration-prone environments
Seamless Rockwell Integration
- Works flawlessly with Micro800™, CompactLogix™ and ControlLogix® controllers
- Optional plug-in communication modules for expanded connectivity
- Consistent parameter structure across ratings for rapid engineering
- Diagnostic data accessible through Rockwell software and HMIs
This makes the PowerFlex 523 one of the easiest drives to standardise across a plant or production line.
Typical Applications
Suitable across all power variants:
- Pumps (water, wastewater, utilities, irrigation)
- Fans & blowers
- Light to medium conveyors
- Packaging machinery
- HVAC and building systems
- Mixers, agitators and food-processing equipment
- OEM skid packages and standalone automation systems
Why Choose PowerFlex 523 for Your Facility?
- Reliable performance with predictable lifecycle costs
- Easy installation and commissioning
- High system compatibility with Allen-Bradley controllers
- Compact design saves panel space
- Strong value for money for general-purpose motor control
- Ideal for plant upgrades, OEM builds or standardised drive replacement programs
Order Through Instro Direct
- We supply the full range of PowerFlex 523 drives in all power ratings, with:
- Competitive Australian pricing
- Local technical support
- Fast delivery across QLD and Australia
- Assistance with drive selection, motor-matching and commissioning
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