# AutomationDirect GS23-42P0

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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.

## Specification

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | vfd |
| Supply voltage | 460 VAC |
| Rated power | 1.4914 kW |
| Rated current | 4.2 A |
| Frame size | B1 |
| Output type | PWM output |
| IP rating | IP20 |
| Operating temp min | -20 °C |
| Operating temp max | 50 °C |

## Connected

- Manufacturer: [AutomationDirect](https://machineschema.com/manufacturer/automationdirect.md)
- Protocols: [MODBUS ASCII](https://machineschema.com/protocol/modbus-ascii.md), [MODBUS RTU](https://machineschema.com/protocol/modbus-rtu.md)

## 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.

## 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.

## Sources

1. [DURApulse AC General Purpose Drive: 460 VAC, 2hp with 3-phase input, (VFD) (PN# GS23-42P0) | AutomationDirect](https://www.automationdirect.com/adc/shopping/catalog/drives_-a-_soft_starters/ac_variable_frequency_drives_(vfd)/general_purpose_vfds/gs23-42p0) (accessed 2026-10-26)
2. [GS23 42P0 cutsheet](https://cdn.automationdirect.com/static/specs/cutsheet/GS23-42P0_cutsheet.pdf) (accessed 2026-10-26)

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