{"id":"automationdirect-gs23-2020","model_id":"GS23-2020","name":"AutomationDirect GS23-2020","summary":"The GS23-2020 is a DURApulse GS20 series general-purpose AC variable frequency drive in an enclosed F frame. It operates from 230 VAC and provides 20 hp with three-phase input or 10 hp with single-phase input. It supports SVC, V/Hz, FOC, and torque control modes, with RS-485 communication, integrated dynamic braking, and built-in Safe Torque Off.","study_notes":["Series GS20; frame size F; enclosed, panel or wall mounting.","Horsepower: 20 hp with 3-phase input; 10 hp with 1-phase input.","Amperage rating: 65 A with 3-phase input; 32.5 A with 1-phase input; variable torque rating 69 A.","Control modes: SVC, V/Hz, FOC, or torque.","Output frequency range: 0.1–599 Hz; carrier frequency range: 2–15 kHz.","Communication: one RS-485 (RJ45) port and one USB B port; Modbus RTU Slave and Modbus ASCII Slave up to 115.2k baud.","Optional EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP card available.","I/O: 2 analog inputs, 1 analog output, 7 discrete inputs, 3 discrete outputs; 10-bit and 12-bit analog input resolution, 10-bit analog output resolution.","Integrated dynamic braking; reverse capability built in; no integrated EMI filter; not internally bypassed.","Programming language: Ladder; connector type: spring clamp terminals.","For use with 3-phase induction and permanent magnet AC motors.","Input signal: 4–20 mA, voltage, potentiometer, or pulse train input."],"safety_notes":["Safe Torque Off (STO) is built-in.","Requires a user-supplied external fuse.","Operating temperature rating: -20 to +50 °C.","IP20 enclosure rating.","Certifications: UL Listed File # E198015; CE; RoHS compliant. No UL Recognized, UL Hazardous, or CSA file is stated."],"sources":[{"url":"https://www.automationdirect.com/adc/shopping/catalog/drives_-a-_soft_starters/ac_variable_frequency_drives_(vfd)/general_purpose_vfds/gs23-2020","title":"DURApulse AC General Purpose Drive: 230 VAC, 20hp with 3-phase input, 10hp with 1-phase input, (VFD) (PN# GS23-2020) | AutomationDirect","accessed":"2026-10-26"},{"url":"https://cdn.automationdirect.com/static/specs/cutsheet/GS23-2020_cutsheet.pdf","title":"GS23 2020 cutsheet","accessed":"2026-10-26"}],"verification":{"status":"source_checked","checked_at":"2026-10-26","values":9,"method":"llm_source_check"},"updated_at":"2026-10-26","type":"hardware","spec":{"category":"vfd","manufacturer":"automationdirect","controllers":[],"supply_voltage":"230 VAC","frame_size":"F","output_type":"PWM output","ip_rating":"IP20","operating_temp_min_c":-20,"operating_temp_max_c":50,"joints":[],"protocols":["modbus-rtu","modbus-ascii"],"standards":[],"error_codes":[]},"url":"https://machineschema.com/hardware/automationdirect-gs23-2020","license":"https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"}