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AutomationDirect GS23-27P5

The GS23-27P5 is a DURApulse GS20 series general purpose AC variable frequency drive in an enclosed D-frame housing. It operates from a 230 VAC supply, delivering 7-1/2 hp with three-phase input or 3-1/2 hp with single-phase input, and drives three-phase induction or permanent magnet AC motors using SVC, V/Hz, FOC or torque control. Setup and monitoring are done through analog and discrete I/O, an RS-485 port running Modbus RTU/ASCII, and a USB B port.

Source checked9/9 values · 2026-10-26AutomationDirectVFD
IP rating
IP20

Specification

2 sources
Categoryvfd
Supply voltage230 VAC
Frame sizeD
Output typePWM output
Operating temp min-20 °C
Operating temp max50 °C

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What is the IP rating of the AutomationDirect GS23-27P5?
IP20, per DURApulse AC General Purpose Drive: 230 VAC, 7-1/2hp with 3-phase input, 3-1/2hp with 1-phase input, (VFD) (PN# GS23-27P5) | AutomationDirect (automationdirect.com).

Study notes

  • Control modes: SVC, V/Hz, FOC or torque.
  • Horsepower depends on input phase: 7-1/2 hp with 3-phase input, 3-1/2 hp with 1-phase input.
  • Amperage rating 25 A with 3-phase input and 12.5 A with 1-phase input; 27 A variable torque rating.
  • Output frequency range 0.1–599 Hz; carrier frequency range 2–15 kHz.
  • Discrete I/O: 7 inputs at 24 VDC (sinking/sourcing) and 3 outputs at 240 VAC / 48 VDC (relay/sinking/sourcing, one Form C SPDT relay); load current 3 A/point relay, 50 mA/point discrete.
  • Analog I/O: 2 input channels (0–20 mA / 4–20 mA, ±10 VDC, 10-bit and 12-bit) and 1 output channel (0–20 mA / 4–20 mA, 0–10 VDC, 10-bit).
  • Communication ports: one RS-485 (RJ45) and one USB B, up to 115.2k baud.
  • Optional EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP card available.
  • Integrated dynamic braking; no integrated EMI filter; not internally bypassed.
  • Spring clamp terminals; panel or wall mounting.
  • Ladder programming supported with GSLOGIC drive PLC software and GSOFT2 configuration software.
  • Shipping weight stated as 5.6 lb; intended for 3-phase induction and permanent magnet AC motors.

Safety

  • Safe Torque Off (STO) is built-in.
  • A user-supplied external fuse is required.
  • Agency approvals: UL Listed File # E198015, CE declaration and RoHS status Yes; no UL Recognized, UL Hazardous or CSA file numbers listed.
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