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Upgrading Made Easy: Benefits of the 1336 Plus II Drive
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2025-04-28

Upgrading Made Easy: Benefits of the 1336 Plus II Drive

The Allen-Bradley 1336 PLUS II series offers compact, high-performance adjustable frequency PWM AC drives equipped with Sensorless Vector Control and Volts-per-Hertz control modes. Designed for a wide variety of applications—including fans, conveyors, pumps, and spindles—these drives deliver outstanding motor speed control, flexibility, and energy efficiency.


Key Ratings of the 1336 PLUS II Series

  • Power Ratings:

    • 0.37 to 93 kW (0.5 to 125 HP) at 200–240V AC

    • 0.37 to 448 kW (0.5 to 600 HP) at 380–480V AC

    • 0.75 to 448 kW (1 to 600 HP) at 500–600V AC


Benefits of Upgrading to the 1336 PLUS II Drive

Design and Programming Simplicity

  • Serial Communications: RS-232/485/422, SCANport, Remote I/O, DeviceNet for seamless integration.

  • Compact Packaging: Easier wiring, mounting, and installation.

  • Common Assembly Parts: Uniform power structure and wiring across the series.

  • Simple Tuning: Optimized voltage and frequency output for various load conditions.

  • Easy Parameter Programming: Functional group organization improves setup speed.

  • Super-Twist LCD Display: Two-line, multilingual interface for drive status and programming.

  • Common Control Interface Functions: Simplifies integration and maintenance.


Outstanding Motor Control

  • Sensorless Vector Control:

    • Superior low-speed torque at speeds as low as 15 RPM.

    • 120:1 constant torque speed range.

    • 250% breakaway torque for heavy loads.

    • Fast flux build-up for rapid acceleration.

  • Volts-per-Hertz (V/Hz) Control:

    • Fully programmable for optimal multi-motor control.

    • Supports different motor types and sizes on a single drive.


Exceptional Flexibility

  • Digitally Programmable Features: Precision setup and operation.

  • Configurable Control I/O: Customizable inputs/outputs for varied applications.


Advanced Diagnostics

  • Built-in Monitoring: Real-time control and output current checks.

  • Custom Fault Reporting: Alerts for issues like motor overload and overcurrent.

  • Proactive Maintenance: Reduces downtime and improves safety.


Energy Savings

  • Auto Economizer Feature:

    • Reduces output voltage when load is low.

    • Lowers power usage and energy costs.


Excellent Speed Regulation

  • Optional Encoder Feedback:

    • Closed-loop speed regulation with 0.1% full load accuracy.

    • Supports differential and single-ended encoders.


Premier Integration

  • Compatibility: Works seamlessly with SMC soft starters, SMP overload relays, and other Allen-Bradley drive products.

  • Example: Integrating with an SMC-PLUS motor controller enables fault bypass and soft start.


Variable and Constant Torque Capabilities

  • Flexible Torque Output:

    • Separate ratings for variable and constant torque applications.

    • Adjustable PWM frequency for fine-tuning motor performance.

  • Flying Start Feature:

    • Picks up and synchronizes with a rotating motor without an encoder.


Conclusion

Upgrading to a 1336 PLUS II AC drive means enhanced performance, simplified maintenance, and improved operational efficiency. Whether you’re looking to upgrade an existing system or deploy a new automation solution, the 1336 PLUS II drive series offers the flexibility, reliability, and energy savings that modern industries demand.

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