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Variable-frequency drive

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Variable-frequency drive

A variable-frequency drive (VFD) is a device used to control the speed and torque of an AC motor by changing the motor input frequency and voltage.

Applications[change]

VFDs are used for many things that range from small appliances to large mining motors and compressors.