Line Load Reactors Catalog
Line Load Reactors Catalog
CONTENTS
Introduction .............................................................................................................................................3
Line Reactor Overview ...........................................................................................................................4
Load Reactor Overview..........................................................................................................................5
Part Number Assembler..........................................................................................................................6
Pricing
240 Volt Low (3%) Impedance................................................................................................................7
240 Volt High (5%) Impedance................................................................................................................8
Line Reactor
480 Volt Low (3%) Impedance ...............................................................................................................9
480 Volt High (5%) Impedance .............................................................................................................10
Load Reactor
480 Volt Output ..................................................................................................................................... 11
Line Reactor
600 Volt Low (3%) Impedance .............................................................................................................12
600 Volt High (5%) Impedance .............................................................................................................13
Load Reactor
600 Volt Output .....................................................................................................................................14
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Introduction
Benshaw R2LR Line/Load Reactors provide reliable, robust
filtering solutions for added protection of the VFD and the motor
along with other benefits. Impedance added on the line side can
also help meet IEEE -519.
Increase the reliability and life span of both your VFD and the motor by adding reactors. On the line
side, a reactor adds impedance which slows the rate of change of current. This protects the VFD from
power line disturbances and minimizes nuisance over-voltage trips. They also attenuate harmonic
currents onto the power source.
On the load side, a reactor increases the service life of the motor by decreasing motor terminal voltages
and reducing motor operating temperature. A load reactor also improves motor efficiency and decreases
motor noise. A load reactor will help protect the VFD output (IGBT’s) by minimizing output short circuit
currents.
Benshaw Reactors are designed specifically for VFD applications. They are UL listed, and made in the
USA.
Ratings:
• 240V: Up to 200HP
• 480V: Up to 800HP
• 600V: Up to 400HP
• Available in 1.5%, 3% and 5% Impedances
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Application Recommendations:
• Install a reactor when the power line capacity (KVA) is 10 times greater than the VFD rating
• Use a reactor in single phase input applications
• One reactor may be used for the input of multiple VFDs providing all VFDs run at the same time
• When to use 3% reactor vs. 5% reactor:
- Use a 3% reactor to protect the VFD against Line Transients: When the power source
experiences frequent power transients and/or voltage spikes caused by capacitor and other
switching devices
- Use a 5% reactor if the Power Source (transformer KVA) is 10 times greater than drive KVA
rating
- Use a 5% reactor to address Line Harmonics: Attenuates input current harmonics (THID)
- Use a 5% reactor to address High Line Voltage: The reactor will have some voltage drop across
it (generally the % of the reactor)
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R2LR Load Reactors - Overview
Load Reactor:
Application Recommendations:
Specifications
Technical Specifications
Voltage 240 - 600 V
Frequency 50/60Hz
Power Rating 0.25 - 800HP
Impedance 1.5%, 3% and 5%
Short Term Overload Rating Tolerance 200% rated current (I) for a maximum of 3 minutes
Minimum 95% Inductance (L) at 110% Rated Current
Inductance Characteristics
Minimum 80% Inductance (L) at 150% Rated Current
Environmental Conditions
Ambient Temperature -40°C to 40°C
Operating Altitude Up to 2,000 m (6,000 ft) without derating
Reference Technical Standards
Agency Approvals UL/cUL
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R2LR - 010 - 4 - 3 - C
Model Designation
HP
F designates decimal point (fractional)
Voltage
2 240V
4 480V
5 600V
Impedance
1 1.5%
3 3%
5 5%
Chassis Type
C Open core
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R2LR Line Reactors - Pricing
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8 Web stocked.
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R2LR Load Reactors - Pricing
8 Web stocked.
* Impedance level is indicated in the part number. Examples: R2LRF25-43C = 3% impedance
R2LR015-41C = 1.5% impedance
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