This chapter describes the flow and selection methods
used to select an external dynamic brake resistor.
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Selection Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Determining the Resistance of the Dynamic Brake Resistor . . 3-4
Calculating the Energy Consumption of the Dynamic Brake Resistor . .3-14
Presenting the Required Specifications to the Resistor Manufacturer . .3-15
Selecting a Dynamic
Brake Resistor
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