GSD Series DC Drives
Drive Selection
Ironhorse DC drives that can accommodate DC motors 1/50HP @ 12VDC up to 3HP @ 240VAC
Why choose a DC Drive?
DC motors and drives provide several advantages and benefits over AC-powered devices:
- Inexpensive - DC drives are typically less expensive than AC drives
- Low speed performance - DC drives and motors provide excellent low speed control and stability
- Low speed power - DC motors provide exceptional low speed torque and power
- Simple - our DC drives are typically configured with potentiometers - no parameters or programming needed
Choose the DC drive you need below
| FRAME | INPUT VOLTAGE | AMPS | MOTOR HP | PART NUMBER | PRICE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enclosed | 12/24/36/48VDC | 10 | 1/50 to 1/2 | GSD1-48-10N4X | $490.00 |
| 12/24VDC | 15 | 1/50 to 5/16 | GSD1-24-15N4X-R | $566.00 | |
| 3 | 1/50-1/25 (12V); 1/25-1/12 (24V) | GSD3-24A-3N4 | $193.00 | ||
| 120/240VAC | 3 | 1/50-1/3 (90V); 1/25 - 2/3 (180V) | GSD3-240-3N4 | $199.00 | |
| 10 | 1/8-1 (90v); 1/4-2 (180v) | GSD4-240-10N4X | $389.00 | ||
| GSD5-240-10N4 | $341.00 | ||||
| GSD5-240-10N4-R | $431.00 | ||||
| GSD5-240-10N4-A | $397.00 | ||||
| GSD5-240-10N4-V | $476.00 | ||||
| 5 | 1/2 (90V); 1 (180V) | GSD8-240-5C | $471.00 | ||
| GSD8-240-5C-D | $487.00 | ||||
| 10 | 1 (90V); 2 (180V) | GSD8-240-10C-D | $587.00 | ||
| GSD8-240-10N4X | $679.00 | ||||
| GSD8-240-10N4X-A | $1,011.00 | ||||
| GSD8-240-10N4X-U | $877.00 | ||||
| OpenFrame | 12/24/36/48VDC | 10 | 1/50 - 1/2 | GSD1-48-10C | $224.00 |
| 20 | 1/50 - 1 | GSD1-48-20C | $259.00 | ||
| 12/24VAC | 2 | 1/50-1/40 (12V); 1/25-1/20 (24V) | GSD3-24A-2CL | $100.00 | |
| GSD3-24A-2CJ | $104.00 | ||||
| 24/36VAC | .15 - 5.5 | 1/50-1/6 | GSD4-24A-5C | $145.00 | |
| 120/240VAC | 1.2 | 1/50-1/8 (90V); 1/25-1/4 (180V) | GSD4-240-1C | $142.00 | |
| 2 | 1/50-1/8 (90V); 1/25-1/4 (180V) | GSD4A-240-2C | $137.00 | ||
| 6 | 1/8-1/2 (90V); 1/4-1 (180V) | GSD4A-240-6C | $149.00 | ||
| 15 | 1/8-1.5 (90V); 1/4-3 (180V) | GSD6-240-15C | $440.00 | ||
| 2 | 1/50-1/6 (90V); 1/25-1/3 (180V) | GSD3-240-2CL | $97.00 | ||
| GSD3-240-2CJ | $99.00 | ||||
| 5.5 | 1/8-1/2 (90v); 1/4-1(180v) | GSD4-240-5C | $157.00 | ||
| 10 | 1/8 - 1 (90V); 1/4 - 2 (180V) | GSD5-240-10C | $191.00 | ||
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OpenFrame Auto Reversing |
120VAC | 1.2 | 1/15 to 1/8 | GSD7-120-1CR3 | $276.00 |
| 5.5 | 1/8 to 1/2 | GSD7-120-5CR3 | $276.00 | ||
| 1.2 | 1/15 to 1/8 | GSD7-120-1CR30 | $332.00 | ||
| 10 | 1/8 to 1 | GSD7-120-10CR30 | $333.00 | ||
| 240VAC | 1.2 | 1/25 to 1/4 | GSD7-240-1CR3 | $301.00 | |
| 5.5 | 1/8 to 1 | GSD7-240-5CR3 | $300.00 | ||
| 10 | 1/4 to 2 | GSD7-240-10CR30 | $338.00 |
GSD Series DC Drives Overview
GSD1 Series
Motor Rating Range: 1/50 - 1 HP @ 12-48 VDC input
IronHorse GSD1 series DC drives are high-performance Pulse-Width- Modulated (PWM) controllers for 12 to 48 volt equipment providing smooth control with high-efficiency operation. The advanced design permits a substantial increase in the equipment running time between charges over conventional techniques.
- Low Voltage PWM
- 12/24/36/48 VDC input
- Up to 20A output current
DC motor speed control
- Provides smooth variable speed capability for mobile equipment
- Automatic compensation holds motor speed steady even if the load varies or battery voltage declines
- Available in 10A and 20A versions
- Jumper selectable 12, 24, 36 or 48V operating voltage
- Inhibit terminal permits optional start/stop without breaking battery / power line
- Adjustable maximum speed, minimum speed, current limit, I.R. compensation, and acceleration
- Speed adjustment using 5k Ohm speed pot or optional 0-10 VDC analog input signal
- Available in open-frame and NEMA 4X enclosed styles
- GSD1 Series DC drives start at $224.00 (GSD1-48-10C)
GSD3 Series
Motor Rating Range: 1/50 - 1/12 HP @ 24-36 VAC; 1/50 - 2/3 HP @ 120-240 VAC input
IronHorse GSD3 series DC drives are general-purpose, economical variable speed controllers for small DC and universal motor applications, featuring DC output current rating of 2 Amps, adjustable trim pot settings, and quick-connect terminal pins.
- Small, compact
- 12/24VAC, 120/240VAC input
- Up to 3A output current
DC motor speed control
- DC motor speed control
- Dual input voltage models of 12-24 VAC or 120-240 VAC
- Full-wave bridge power supply
- Adjustable minimum speed, maximum speed, IR compensation
- Fixed acceleration (0.5 seconds)
- 25:1 speed range, 1% speed regulation
- Available in open-frame and NEMA 4 enclosed styles
- 5k Ohm speed pot with leads, knob and dial included
GSD3 Series DC drives start at $97.00 (GSD3-240-2CL)
GSD4 Series
Motor Rating Range: 1/50 - 1/6 HP @ 24-36 VAC; 1/50 - 2 HP @ 120-240 VAC input
IronHorse GSD4 series DC drives provide cost efficient, reliable control for permanent magnet, shunt wound, and universal motors. The drives incorporate up-to-date design and engineering in a compact package. Installation and field adjustments are simplified using a barrier type terminal strip and large, easily adjustable trim pots to adjust horsepower ranges.
- Economical, general purpose
- 24/36VAC, 120/240VAC input
- Up to 10A output current
Other features include:
- DC motor speed control
- Dual input voltage 120-240 VAC or 24-36 VAC, 50/60Hz
- Full-wave bridge power supply
- Barrier terminal strip
- Adjustable horsepower settings, minimum speed, maximum speed, IR compensation, current limit, adjustable acceleration and deceleration (enclosed model only)
- 50:1 speed range
- 1% speed regulation with armature voltage feedback (+/- 1/2% with tach feedback)
- 5k ohm speed potentiometer with leads, dial and knob included
- Voltage following mode or DC tachometer follower by supplying ungrounded analog input signal
- DC tachometer feedback
- Inhibit circuit permits start and stop without breaking AC lines
- Available in open-frame and NEMA 4X enclosed styles
GSD4 Series DC drives start at $142.00 (GSD4-240-1C)
GSD5 Series
Motor Rating Range: 1/8 - 2 HP @ 120-240 VAC input
IronHorse GSD5 series DC drives offer superb flexibility, reliability, and value. A general purpose, economical line of drives rated to 2 horsepower, it provides the ultimate in standard features and versatility, offered in open-frame and NEMA 4/12 enclosed models. A logical, easily-accessible layout speeds installation and adjustment. Clean design, quality components and careful assembly are trademarks of IronHorse GSD DC drives.
- General purpose, many enclosed options
- 120/240VAC input 4/36VAC, 120/240VAC input
- Up to 10.8A output current
Other features include:
- DC motor speed control
- Dual input voltage 120-240, 50/60Hz
- Packaged bridge supply (full wave)
- Barrier terminal strip
- Adjustable horsepower settings, minimum speed, maximum speed, IR compensation, current limit, adjustable linear acceleration
- 50:1 speed range
- 1% speed regulation with armature voltage feedback (+/- 1/2% with tach feedback)
- 5k ohm speed potentiometer with leads, dial and knob included
- Voltage following mode or DC tachometer follower by supplying ungrounded analog input signal
- DC tachometer feedback
- Inhibit circuit permits start and stop without breaking AC lines
- Available in open-frame and NEMA 4X enclosed styles (with threaded conduit holes)
GSD5 Series DC drives start at $191.00 (GSD5-240-10C)
GSD6 Series
Motor Rating Range: 1/8 - 3 HP @ 120-240 VAC input
The reliable, versatile, and economical GSD6 series is the most fully-featured IronHorse analog DC drive. It provides many standard features typically offered as options by other manufacturers’ DC drives. By combining advanced engineering design, quality component selection, and rigorous quality control, the GSD6 DC drive offers an excellent off-the-shelf SCR control device. Its dependable, time-proven circuitry offers performance characteristics previously available only in more costly drives.
- Full featured, up to 3HP
- 120/240VAC input
- Up to 15A output current
Other features include:
- DC motor speed control
- Dual input voltage 120-240, 50/60Hz
- Packaged bridge supply (full wave)
- Barrier terminal strip
- Adjustable horsepower settings, minimum speed, maximum speed, IR compensation, current limit, adjustable linear acceleration and deceleration
- 50:1 speed range
- 1% speed regulation with armature voltage feedback (+/- 1/2% with tach feedback)
- 5k ohm speed potentiometer with leads, dial and knob included
- Voltage following mode or DC tachometer follower by supplying ungrounded analog input signal
- DC tachometer feedback (jumper selectable)
- Inhibit circuit permits start and stop without breaking AC lines
- +12 VDC, 12mA power supply, user accessible
GSD6 Series DC drives start at $440.00 (GSD6-240-15C)
GSD7 Series
Motor Rating Range: 1/50 - 1 HP @ 120 VAC input; 1/25 - 2 HP @ 240 VAC input
Instant reversing, quick stopping, rapid cycling ... The IronHorse GSD7 series DC drives outperform other dynamic braking and reversing drives by utilizing unique zero-speed detect and dynamic braking circuits. These circuits eliminate contact arcing and failed braking problems and eliminate motor plug reversing problems.
- Reversing
- 120 or 240VAC input
- Up to 10A output current
Other features include:
- In the event of a power loss or emergency stop condition, the GSD7 Series DC drives will drop into a dynamic brake condition to safely and quickly bring the motor to a stop.
- DC motor speed control
- Barrier terminal blocks
- Full-wave bridge supply
- Adjustable minimum speed, maximum speed, IR compensation, current limit
- Fixed acceleration (0.5 sec)
- Line voltage compensation
- 50:1 speed range
- 1% speed regulation with armature voltage feedback
- 5k ohm speed potentiometer with leads, dial and knob included
- Onboard dynamic brake resistor
- Automatic dynamic braking on power loss
- Shunt field supply provided
GSD7 Series DC drives start at $276.00 (GSD7-120-1CR3)
GSD8 Series
Motor Rating Range: 1/2 - 2 HP @ 120 VAC input
Microprocessor-based, digital DC drives that allow for more advanced functionality over traditional analog DC drives.
- User-friendly programming
- 120 or 240VAC input
- Up to 10A output current
Other features include:
- Microprocessor-based design
- Digital closed-loop algorithm
- Non-volatile memory storage
- Factory or field programmable
- Adjustable parameters
- Programmable alarm output
- Additional communications modules available
- Self-contained 5V power supply for external sensor
- Large 4-digit 1/2" LED display
- European terminal block
- Standard 1/8 or 1/4 DIN panel mounting
- Meets NEMA 4X standards when used with NEMA 4X enclosures
GSD8 Series DC drives start at $471.00 (GSD8-240-5C)
GSDA Series Accessories
For use with GSD series drives
The GSDA series DC drive accessories are an extensive collection of accessories used with AutomationDirect's GSD DC drives. From simple analog and digital potentiometers that can be used with any drive to analog input cards to communication modules or encoders, we have what you need to complete your DC drive design project. Below are just some of the accessories that we have available.
Available GSDA Accessories:
- Digital potentiometer
- Manual reversing switch
- Encoders
Other accessories available include:
- Analog potentiometer
- Independent accel/decel adjustment card
- Isolated analog current, voltage and current/voltage signal input card
- Relay analog combo module
- ASCII communications module
- Isolated signal conditioner
- Heatsink
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