Sensorless Control of PM Motors Capability
Yaskawa offers solutions customized for your application in an incredibly compact, technologically advanced, environmentally responsible package capable of driving a synchronous motor.
Two drives in one
V1000 runs not only induction motors, but synchronous motors like IPM and SPM motors as well. Get a single drive for all your application needs, and save on spare parts.
Note : See product specifications for information on motor precision.
The variable torque ratio of synchronous motors is 1 to 10.
Top of Its Class
Impressive Torque Characteristics
V1000 is the first in its class fully equipped with current vector control. Current Vector control providing a powerful starting torque of 200% at 0.5 Hz∗ and precise torque limit operations. The motor Auto-Tuning function saves valuable start up time and assures high performance operation at the highest efficiency.
∗ : Using a Yaskawa induction motor under 3.7 kW set for Heavy Duty torque performance
Increased braking power during deceleration.
Faster deceleration time with overexcitation braking.∗
∗ : Example shown is for a 400 V 3.7 kW drive without braking resistor.
Circumstances depends on the motor and load
No more trouble from power loss.
V1000 is fully equipped with speed search and KEB Ride-Thru functions for your application needs, whether running an induction motor or permanent magnet motor.
- Speed Search Method
Easily restart the motor without cumbersome speed sensors. Perfect for fan, blowers, and other rotating, fluid-type applications.
Speed Search performs smooth restart by finding the coasting motors speed.
- KEB Ride-Thru
Drive continues operation by using motor regen. Perfect for HVAC
Note : Requires a sensor to detect when power loss occurs. Load conditions may still trip a fault and cause the motor to coast.
Drive Specialization
Software for High-Frequency Output
Yaskawa can offer you a drive with custom software with the specific functions required for your machine.
Customize the Drive
Optional visual programming software lets you instantly customize V1000 to your application. Let the drive do external device or PLC functions! Easy Drag and Drop functions starting from simple timers up to complex application blocks let you create your very own drive.
So much variation possible
Global Networking
The built in high speed RS-422/485 MEMOBUS and a variety of option units connect V1000 to all popular fieldbus networks. The optional 24 V power supply keeps the drive controller alive under all conditions, providing network communications and monitoring functions even during a main power loss.
*: Available soon
Note : The open field network names mentioned are registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Specialized Types
Finless design, and dust-proof models also available.
Environmentally Friendly
Protecting Against Harsh Environments
Various products are available to protect your drive against humidity, dust, oil mist, and vibration. Contact Yaskawa for more information.
EU’s RoHS Compliance
All V1000 models are fully compliant with the EU’s RoHS initiative.
Parameters set automatically-hassle free programming!
From setup to maintenance, V1000 makes life easy.
Start up instantly with application presets!
V1000 automatically sets the parameters needed for various applications. Presets for water supply pumps, conveyor systems, exhaust fans, and other applications program the drive instantly for optimized performance-saving enormous hassle setting up for a test run.
Breeze-Easy Setup
Install Multiple Drive Immediately with the USB Copy Unit
Get several drives up and running easily using the USB copy unit. The same copy unit is fully PC compatible.
Hassle free setting and maintenance straight from a PC
DriveWizard Plus lets you manage the unique settings for all your drives right on your PC.
With DriveWizard’s preset operation sequences, built-in oscilloscope function, fine tuning the drive and maintenance checks have never been easier.
- Drive Replacement Function
Saves valuable time during drive set up when replacing or upgrading drives. - Sequence Operation
View and edit drive parameters. - Oscilloscope Function
Displays operation status and drive performance in real time.
Safety Standard Compliance
V1000 is the first drive in its class to come standard with safety input features compliant with ISO13849-1 Cat.3 PLd, IEC/EN61508 SIL2.
Through compliance with EN60204-1 (stop category 0), V1000 reduces the number of peripheral devices needed to satisfy safety regulations.
- Application Example : Safety Compliance
Note: Output is interrupted 1 ms after the safety input signal is triggered.
Make sure safety input wiring does not exceed 30 m.
Hassle-Free Maintenance
Less Downtime
The first-ever pluggable terminal board with a Parameter Back-Up function lets you replace a drive instantly in the event of failure. No need to reprogram the replacement drive-an amazingly convenient time saver!
Exceptional Performance Life
Cooling fan and capacitors have an expected performance life of ten years. In addition, Maintenance Monitors keep track of part wear.
- Note : Assumes operation conditions of 40°C, 80% rated load, and 24 hour continuous performance. Performance life may vary with operation conditions.
Simple Wiring
A pluggable terminal block option is available. Screwless terminals do away with time consuming wiring and periodic maintenance to check wire connections, which in turn makes the drive more reliable. Contact Yaskawa for inquires.
Wide Array of Monitors
Monitor functions like output frequency, output current, I/O status and watt hour counter give a clear picture of the drive operation status and helps to keep track of the energy consumption.
Verify Menu
The Verify Menu lists all setting that have been changed from their original default values. This includes parameters changed by Auto-Tuning, Application Presets, and those edited by the technician. This list makes it easy to reference changes to drive setup.
The perfect space-saving design
Top performance for its class. Loaded with functions and features in an unbelievably small package!
World’s Smallest Class
Yaskawa has applied the most advanced thermal simulation technology and top reliability to create the world’s smallest compact drive. V1000 reduces the space required up to 70% when compared to our earlier models.
- Compare the size difference of a 200 V 5.5 kW drive with V1000 rated for Normal Duty operation:
Side-by-Side
V1000 allows for a truly compact installation, requiring minimal space between units even in a tight enclosure.
- Note : Current derating must be considered.
- Example : Side-by-Side installation of 200 V 0.75 kW units
Note: If the last drive in a series is installed next to a wall, a 30 mm gap is required.
Outstanding torque characteristics
- The new observer (patent pending) improves torque characteristics (150%/0.3 Hz for open loop vector control 2) to provide high power for every machine. With PG, more than 150% high-torque operation is possible even at zero speed.
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High torque from 1/200 speed
(Dynamic auto-tuning, open loop vector control)
[speed control range 1:200 with PG 1:1000]
Accurate torque control
- The precision torque limit function allows accurate control of the output torque, protecting your machines from sudden load fluctuations.

Torque Control (Torque limit set at 150%)
Proven responsiveness
- The model tracking control assures fast response even without PG (doubled in in-house comparison).
- With a PG you can make use of our unique high-speed current vector control, rapidly responses speed reference changes (speed response 40 Hz/motor unit). Speed keeps constant even if load fluctuates.

Quick response to reference changes
(Speed reference step response)
Handles sudden load fluctuations
(Speed recovery characteristics upon load surges)
High-speed search (patent pending)
- The high-speed search function reduces the recovery time after momentary power loss (halved in in-house comparison).
- Recovery is possible regardless of direction of rotation.
Quick, shockless start
(Continued operation after momentary power loss)
Simple auto-tuning
- In addition to conventional dynamic auto-tuning, a new static auto-tuning is available to draw out peak performance from the motors of the world.
Safety and protection functions
- High-speed, high-precision current control functions support continuous operation by suppressing overcurrent trips, restart after momentary power loss, stall prevention and fault retry.
- The PTC thermistor in the motor helps protect it against overheating.
Simple operation
- The 5-line LCD display operator makes it simple to check necessary information.
And the copy function simplifies constant upload and download. - Easy to setup with the quick program mode.
- Changed constants can be checked at once by the verify mode.
- With the optional extension cable, remote operation is available.
- An LED display operator is available for option.

Easy maintenance and inspection
- Detachable terminals make it easy to exchange units fully wired.
- The one-touch detachable cooling fan life is extended with the on/off control function.
- The accumulated operation time and the cooling fan operation time can be recorded and displayed.
- A support tool using a PC is also available. All constants of each inverter can be managed by a PC.
- The status of output frequency, output current, and input/output terminals can be monitored when trouble has occurred to simplify maintenance work.



Various I/O interfaces
- In addition to analog command input and analog monitor output, it also supports pulse train command input and pulse train monitor output.
- Offers 10 multi-function inputs and 5 multi-function outputs.
- Input terminal logic can be switched to NPN/PNP type. A +24V external power supply is also available for selecting the signal input.

Easy to make exclusive inverter
- The Varispeed G7 lets you make your exclusive inverters with custom software equipping the special functions for your specific machines.
- The rich software library, based on our extensive drive expertise∗, helps you upgrade your equipment.
- ∗ : Crane control, elevator control, energy-saving control (max. motor operation efficiency), PID control, etc.





















