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Motor technologies: Synchronous reluctance motor

Synchronous reluctance motors: cost-efficient, environmentally friendly, future-proof

Synchronous reluctance motors are based on a relatively young motor technology and are not common across the whole market. But they offer good performance similar to permanent magnet synchronous motors yet are not dependent on rare magnet material. With a smart KOSTAL variable frequency drive, you can now optimise this performance even further – for a cost-efficient, environmentally friendly and therefore future-proof drive solution.

Synchronous reluctance motors: Perfectly optimised with KOSTAL variable frequency drives

The synchronous reluctance motor works on the same principle as the permanent magnet synchronous motor, but it does not require expensive magnets, which depend on rare earths. Therefore, the synchronous reluctance motor has the potential to be manufactured in mass production more cheaply or at least cost neutral with regard to the ASM but can also deliver even better efficiency in the partial load range.

With a motor-mounted variable frequency drive such as the KOSTAL INVEOR M, the synchronous reluctance motor can now be optimised even further. So the smart control technology of our drive technology adds a multitude of new application areas:

  • Lifting applications
  • Simple positioning
  • Applications with integral speed accuracy
     

All in all, you get a cost-effective three-phase motor that is perfectly optimised for many areas of application. 

Maximum efficiency
Starting torque
Future-proof
Coast saving

Synchronous reluctance motors with assistance magnets: Simply efficient – despite complex technology

Synchronous reluctance motors with assistance magnets bridge the gap between synchronous reluctance motors and permanently excited synchronous motors with internal magnets. They are used in pumps and fans and display even greater efficiency compared with the normal synchronous reluctance motor. They are also cheaper than permanent magnet synchronous motors because ferrite magnets are used instead of rare earths. In terms of control technology, however, they are also among the more complicated types of electrical drives.

With a motor-mounted variable frequency drive from the KOSTAL INVEOR series, however, you need not concern yourself with this complexity. Because our variable frequency drives also control this type of motor with maximum efficiency, high dynamics and without any sensors whatsoever. At the same time, with this type of motor, you are already fully prepared for future requirements.

Maximum efficiency
Speed control range
Dynamics
Future-proof

Our variable frequency drives for use on synchronous reluctance motors

INVEOR M

Our particularly robust motor-mounted frequency inverter with up to 22 kW. Supports motors up to IE4 and offers extra features for almost all your requirements.

To the INVEOR M

INVEOR MP

Our motor-mounted Performance flagship with multi-pump operation and IP 65 protection class. Available in four sizes up to 30 kW and for a wide range of motors.

To the INVEOR MP

INVEOR MP Modular

Our modular variable frequency drive with the option of integrating your own application boards and electronics. Available in four sizes with up to 30 kW.

To the INVEOR MP Modular

Do you have any questions about using KOSTAL variable frequency drives with synchronous reluctance motors?

Then complete our contact form or give us a call. We will answer your questions and help you to implement the right solution in your company.

KOSTAL support for new and potential customers

KOSTAL Industrie Elektrik GmbH & Co. KG / Business Unit Drives
Lange Eck 11
58099 Hagen, Germany

+49 2331 8040 - 468 sales-industrial@kostal.com

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