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AutomationDirect GS23-42P0

The AutomationDirect GS23-42P0 is an enclosed DURApulse GS20 series general-purpose AC variable frequency drive. It accepts 460 VAC three-phase input and is rated 2 hp, with SVC, V/Hz, FOC, and torque control modes. It provides an RS-485 port for Modbus RTU/ASCII communication and has integrated dynamic braking.

Source checked11/11 values · 2026-10-26AutomationDirectVFD
Rated power
1.4914kW
Rated current
4.2A
IP rating
IP20

Specification

2 sources
Categoryvfd
Supply voltage460 VAC
Frame sizeB1
Output typePWM output
Operating temp min-20 °C
Operating temp max50 °C

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What is the IP rating of the AutomationDirect GS23-42P0?
IP20, per DURApulse AC General Purpose Drive: 460 VAC, 2hp with 3-phase input, (VFD) (PN# GS23-42P0) | AutomationDirect (automationdirect.com).

Study notes

  • Control modes: SVC, V/Hz, FOC or torque.
  • Frame size B1; integrated dynamic braking.
  • RS-485 (RJ45) and USB B communication ports; port speed up to 115.2k baud.
  • Optional EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP card available.
  • Output frequency range 0.1–599 Hz; carrier frequency range 2–15 kHz.
  • Discrete I/O: 7 inputs at 24 VDC and 3 outputs at 240 VAC and 48 VDC.
  • Analog I/O: 2 inputs and 1 output.
  • Variable torque current rating 4.6 A.
  • Input signal: 4–20 mA, voltage, potentiometer or pulse train input.
  • For use with 3-phase induction and permanent magnet AC motors.
  • Programming language: ladder.

Safety

  • Safe Torque Off (STO) is built-in.
  • Enclosure IP20; operating temperature -20 to +50 °C.
  • UL Listed File # E198015; CE; RoHS status yes.
  • User-supplied external fuse required.
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