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PG-X3 Line Driver PG-Interface 300kHz
MPN: PG-X3
Alt. SKU: 100-046-872
Why Choose the Yaskawa PG-X3 Encoder Feedback Option Card?
The Yaskawa PG-X3 is a motor encoder feedback option card designed for use with Yaskawa 1000-series inverter drives including A1000, GA800 and L1000A models. This module allows the drive to receive incremental encoder feedback from a motor-mounted pulse generator, significantly improving motor speed control accuracy and dynamic performance.
By installing the PG-X3 option card, the inverter can process high-speed encoder signals and continuously monitor motor speed and position. This real-time feedback enables the drive to automatically compensate for load variations and maintain stable speed regulation in demanding industrial applications.
The card supports line driver incremental encoders and operates with high-frequency feedback signals, allowing advanced control modes such as V/f with encoder feedback, closed-loop vector control and permanent magnet vector control. These capabilities are widely used in precision automation systems requiring accurate motion control.
Key Advantages
- Provides high-precision motor encoder feedback for inverter drives.
- Improves speed regulation and torque response.
- Supports advanced control modes including closed-loop vector control.
- Enables stable operation in demanding automation applications.
- Compatible with several Yaskawa 1000-series drives.
- Compact plug-in module for easy installation.
Key Features
- Encoder feedback interface option card.
- Supports incremental line-driver encoder signals.
- Compatible with A1000, GA800 and L1000A inverter drives.
- Supports A, B and Z encoder channels.
- Maximum encoder input frequency up to 300 kHz.
- Enhances drive performance and motion accuracy.
- Industrial plug-in option board for internal installation.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Yaskawa Electric
- Model: PG-X3
- Product type: Encoder feedback option card
- Drive compatibility: Yaskawa A1000, GA800 and L1000A drives
- Encoder type: Incremental encoder (line driver interface)
- Supported signals: A, B and Z encoder channels
- Encoder supply voltage: 5 V or 12 V DC
- Maximum encoder input frequency: approx. 300 kHz
- Control modes supported: V/f with PG, closed-loop vector control, PM vector control
- Installation: Plug-in option card inside the drive
- Application: Motor speed feedback and precision motion control
Encoder Feedback for Precision Motor Control
In many industrial automation systems, accurate motor speed measurement is essential for stable and efficient operation. Encoder feedback modules such as the PG-X3 allow inverter drives to receive real-time speed information from the motor shaft, enabling precise control of output frequency and torque.
This feedback mechanism helps maintain constant motor speed, compensate for load changes and improve overall drive performance in demanding applications such as robotics, CNC machinery and automated production equipment.
Typical Applications
- Closed-loop vector motor control systems.
- CNC machinery and precision motion systems.
- Industrial robotics and automation equipment.
- Conveyor and material handling systems.
- Packaging and high-performance manufacturing machinery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Yaskawa PG-X3 used for?
The PG-X3 is an encoder feedback option card that allows a Yaskawa inverter drive to receive motor speed feedback from an incremental encoder.
Which drives are compatible with the PG-X3?
The option card is commonly used with Yaskawa A1000, GA800 and L1000A inverter drives.
What type of encoder does the PG-X3 support?
The PG-X3 supports incremental encoders with line-driver outputs and accepts A, B and Z feedback signals.
What is the maximum encoder input frequency?
The module supports encoder signals with frequencies up to approximately 300 kHz.
Why is encoder feedback used in inverter drives?
Encoder feedback improves speed accuracy, torque response and system stability by providing real-time motor speed information to the drive.
Trusted by Automation Engineers
Yaskawa encoder feedback options such as the PG-X3 are widely used in industrial automation systems where precise motor speed control and high-performance motion control are required.
| Manufacturer Part Number | PG-X3 |
|---|---|
| VSD Range | Accessories |
| Manufacturer | Yaskawa |
| Alternative Product SKU | 100-046-872 |


