3108A-403-4-00
May 18, 2026

3108A-403-4-00

Brand: SEW‑EURODRIVE Model: 3108A‑403‑4‑00 Type: MOVITRAC 31 Series, 3‑phase AC Inverter (Variable Frequency Drive, VFD) Application: 3‑phase asynchronous motor speed control, general industrial automation

Description

1. Model Code Definition

  • 3108A: Series & power rating – 31 = MOVITRAC 31 series, 08 = 7.5 kW, A = standard variant

  • 403: Voltage class – 230 VAC (200–240 V)

  • 4: Input type – 3‑phase AC

  • 00: Standard firmware & hardware configuration


2. Electrical Ratings

  • Rated output power: 7.5 kW (3‑phase motor)

  • Input voltage: 3‑phase AC 200–240 V (nominal 230 V)

  • Input frequency: 50 Hz / 60 Hz

  • Rated output current: 34 A

  • Output voltage: 0–230 VAC, 3‑phase

  • Output frequency: 0–400 Hz

  • Control mode: V/F open‑loop (voltage‑to‑frequency)

  • Overload capacity: 150% / 60 s, 125% continuous

  • Switching frequency: 2–16 kHz (adjustable)

  • Power factor: ≥ 0.95 (at full load)


3. Mechanical & Environmental Data

  • Protection class: IP20 (front panel)

  • Cooling: Built‑in fan, vertical wall‑mounted

  • Ambient temperature: 0 °C … +45 °C

  • Storage temperature: −25 °C … +70 °C

  • Relative humidity: 5–95 %, non‑condensing

  • Altitude: ≤ 1000 m (no power derating)

  • Vibration resistance: 10–55 Hz, 0.15 mm amplitude

  • Dimensions (W×H×D): approx. 130 × 260 × 170 mm

  • Weight: approx. 4.5 kg


4. Standard Interfaces & Terminals

  • Communication: Onboard RS‑485 (supports Modbus RTU / SEW internal bus)

  • Analog input: 0–10 V DC (speed reference, 12‑bit resolution)

  • Digital inputs: 4 × programmable (24 V DC, sink/source)

  • Relay outputs: 1 × programmable (250 V AC / 30 V DC, 3 A)

  • Motor thermistor input: PTC/KTY (motor overheat protection)

  • Brake resistor connection: Internal dynamic braking unit (DBU)

  • Control terminals: Multi‑step speed, start/stop, forward/reverse, reset


5. Main Functions

  • Adjustable acceleration/deceleration: 0.1–600 s

  • Dynamic braking + DC injection braking: For rapid stop & holding

  • Energy‑saving mode: Automatic voltage reduction at light load

  • Control sources: Local keypad / external terminals / RS‑485 communication

  • Slip compensation: Improves speed accuracy under load

  • Soft start/soft stop: Reduces mechanical shock & inrush current

  • Built‑in PID controller: For constant pressure, flow, or speed

  • Multi‑step speed: Up to 8 preset speeds via digital inputs

  • Parameter copy: Save/load parameters via keypad or communication


6. Protection Features

  • Overcurrent (instantaneous & thermal)

  • Overvoltage / undervoltage

  • Input phase loss

  • Inverter overtemperature (IGBT & heatsink)

  • Motor overload (electronic thermal relay)

  • Output short circuit & earth fault

  • Stall prevention

  • Reverse polarity protection

  • ESD protection on control terminals


7. Installation & Wiring

7.1 Mechanical Installation

  • Mount vertically on a flat, vibration‑free surface

  • Keep ≥ 100 mm clearance above and below for airflow

  • Avoid direct sunlight, dust, oil mist, and corrosive gases

7.2 Electrical Wiring

  • Power cables: Use 4‑core shielded cables (L1/L2/L3/PE)

  • Motor cables: Shielded, 3‑phase + PE, max length 50 m

  • Control cables: Twisted pair, shielded, separate from power cables

  • Grounding: Connect PE terminal to main earth (≤ 4 Ω)

  • Brake resistor: Connect to DBU terminals (optional, for high inertia loads)


8. Commissioning Steps

  1. Pre‑check: Verify wiring, voltage, and motor nameplate data

  2. Power‑on: Display shows “rdy” (ready)

  3. Motor parameter setting:

    • Rated voltage (230 V)

    • Rated current (match motor)

    • Rated frequency (50/60 Hz)

    • Rated speed

  4. Control mode selection: Terminal / Keypad / Communication

  5. Accel/decel time setting: 5–10 s (typical)

  6. No‑load test: Run motor at 50 Hz, check direction & noise

  7. Load test: Gradually apply load, monitor current & temperature

  8. Save parameters: Write settings to non‑volatile memory


9. Maintenance

  • Regular cleaning: Every 3–6 months, clean fan & heatsink

  • Terminal check: Tighten power & control terminals annually

  • Fan replacement: If noisy or failed (use original SEW part)

  • Insulation test: Every 2 years (disconnect motor first)

  • Firmware update: Via RS‑485 (use SEW software)


10. Compliance & Standards

  • CE marking (Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU)

  • EMC compliant (EN 61800‑3, Category C2)

  • RoHS compliant (2011/65/EU)

  • UL 508C (optional)

  • ISO 9001 certified manufacturing


11. Application Examples

  • Conveyors & material handling

  • Fans & pumps (energy‑saving speed control)

  • Textile machinery

  • Packaging machines

  • General‑purpose industrial drives

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