Overview
The Minarik MM23201C is part of the Motor Master 20000 Series and represents a reliable, cost-effective solution for controlling permanent magnet or shunt-wound DC motors in variable-speed applications. This dual-voltage drive operates using 115 VAC or 230 VAC 50/60 Hz to run 90 or 180 VDC SCR brush-type motors. The drive controls motors from 1/20 to 2 HP and comes in chassis, NEMA 1, and NEMA 4X models. The MM23201C specifically features a NEMA 1 enclosure for guaranteed protection.
Key Features
- Dual Voltage Input: Operates using 115 VAC or 230 VAC 50/60 Hz input
- Dynamic Braking: Dynamic braking included on MM232x1C models
- Precise Speed Regulation: 1% regulation over 60:1 speed range with user-adjustable calibration pots for IR compensation, min/max speed, current limit, acceleration, and deceleration
- Armature Reversing: Reversing via armature switching
- Soft-Start Capability: Smooth motor acceleration and deceleration control
- LED Diagnostics: LED for current limit status on all models
Technical Specifications
- Input Voltage: 115/230 VAC
- Output Current (Max): 10 Amp DC maximum
- Output Voltage: 90/180 VDC output
- Motor Horsepower Range: 1/8 to 2 HP
- Control Method: SCRs for full-wave rectification of AC line input
- Enclosure Type: NEMA 1
- Stopping Mode: Inhibit (N/O) for coasting to stop on all models
- Terminals: Screw terminals on enclosed units
- Weight: 3.40 lbs
Typical Applications
The MM23000C Series is a reliable and cost-effective solution for controlling permanent magnet or shunt-wound DC motors in variable-speed applications. Common uses include woodworking equipment, printing machinery, conveyor systems, fans, blowers, pumps, and general industrial automation where smooth variable-speed control and reversing capability are required.
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Permanent magnet DC motors
- Shunt-wound DC brush motors
- 90 VDC motor systems
- 180 VDC motor systems
- Standard 50/60 Hz AC power lines (single phase)
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
The MM23201C is part of the MM23000C Series. Verify compatibility with your system integrator before ordering to confirm this unit meets your specific application requirements.
Works With
- SCR-based motor control architectures
- AC supply systems (115 VAC or 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz)
- Dynamic braking resistor networks
- Soft-start control circuits
- Standard industrial automation relay logic
