A Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) is a type of electrical device used to control the speed and torque of AC motors in a wire drawing machine. By controlling the frequency of the AC voltage supplied to the motor, the VFD can adjust the motor speed and regulate the tension in the wire, ensuring consistent and efficient wire drawing. This results in improved production speed and reduced energy consumption, as well as greater control over the wire drawing process.
Darwin Motion VFDs can be used in various sections of a wire drawing machine, such as in the payoff reel, drawing capstan, spooler, and others. They are used to control the speed of the motor driving these sections and to adjust the tension on the wire during the drawing process.