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Brake Resistor
If you want a brake on your spindle, you will need a brake resistor. Use the table below to locate the correct
resistor size. You can order them directly from Mitsubishi.
Motor (Hp) Resistance (Ohms)
Continuous Power (W)
Mitsubishi Part #
1/2
200
60
FR-ABR-0.4K
1
100
80
FR-ABR-0.75K
2 & 3
60
120
FR-ABR-2.2K
5
40
155
FR-ABR-3.7K
7 1/2
25
185
FR-ABR-5.5K
10
20
340
FR-ABR-7.5K
If you have a brake resistor, connect it between PR and P/+ on the VFD.
Figure 4 Brake Resistor
Note: Each VFD model is slightly different. Just make sure that you connect the resistor to the correct terminals
(PR, P/+).
