WEG MVW3000 Medium Voltage Drive
High Horsepower Variable Speed Control with Arc-Resistant Safety
The MVW3000 delivers multilevel medium voltage drive performance for critical process equipment from 2.3 kV to 13.8 kV. Gross Automation engineers configure MVW3000 systems with input transformers, harmonic filters, bypass arrangements, and PLC/HMI coordination to modernize mills, pumping stations, and energy infrastructure with reliable speed control.
Electrical Ratings
2.3, 3.3, 4.16, 6.6, and 13.8 kV systems
250 HP to 14,000 HP depending on configuration
50/60 Hz with 6/12/18 pulse rectifier options
Topologies
Neutral point clamped architecture for low harmonics and high efficiency
Drawer-style power modules with quick replacement and redundancy options
Air-cooled and liquid-cooled configurations to match site requirements
Safety & Compliance
- Arc-resistant enclosures up to Type 2B accessibility
- Safe Torque Off (STO) and SIL-rated protection
- Certified IEEE 519 harmonic compliance packages
- Integrated surge protection, space heaters, and temperature monitoring
Automation Interfaces
- Redundant PLC500 gateways with EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, and OPC UA
- Embedded web server, trending, and diagnostics dashboards
- Remote service access with secure VPN and audit trails
- Integration with TPW HMIs and SCADA historians
Engineered for Mission-Critical Loads
Process Reliability
Ride-through and redundant power cell designs keep compressors, fans, and refiners online during utility disturbances.
Harmonic Performance
Phase-shifting transformers, 18-pulse rectifiers, and active front-end options deliver IEEE 519 compliance without external filters.
Safety First
Arc-resistant compartments, pressure relief channels, and visible break isolation integrate with plant safety procedures.
Predictive Analytics
Built-in diagnostics, thermal profiling, and trending help maintenance teams plan interventions before downtime occurs.
Custom Packaging
Outdoor e-houses, containerized MV rooms, and modular skids engineered for rapid deployment and serviceability.
Lifecycle Support
Gross Automation supplies spare power cells, firmware management, and remote monitoring to maximize uptime.
Complete Medium Voltage Packages
Our engineering-led team designs turnkey MVW3000 systems, from intake switchgear to motor termination. We coordinate electrical design, PLC programming, and commissioning deliverables tailored to each facility.
- Medium voltage switchgear lineups with tiebreakers, synchronous transfer, and bypass paths
- Transformer selection, harmonic studies, and cable ampacity calculations
- PLC500 redundancy with fiber networks, remote I/O, and safety interlocks
- Condition monitoring dashboards, alarm annunciation, and historian integration
Deliverables
Engineering Documentation
Detailed one-lines, schematics, grounding, and arc flash calculations stamped where required.
Factory Testing
Full FAT with system simulation, thermal scans, and protective relay verification prior to shipment.
Commissioning Support
Startup supervision, performance validation, and operator training on MV safety procedures.
Lifecycle Plans
Spare parts recommendations, maintenance schedules, and remote monitoring agreements.
Medium Voltage Success Profiles
Water Treatment Plants
MVW3000 drives provide variable speed control for large axial flow pumps with redundant PLC500 architectures for reliability.
Pulp & Paper Mills
Coordinate MVW3000 drives with synchronous transfer switchgear to keep refiners and ID fans online during maintenance.
Mining & Aggregate
High-torque conveyors and crushers benefit from soft starting, anti-sway control, and regenerative braking capability.
Oil & Gas Compression
Remote analytics, redundant fiber networks, and hazardous location packaging support upstream and midstream compression assets.
Medium Voltage Resources
MVW3000 Overview
Platform summary with topology diagrams, ratings, and upgrade pathways for legacy MV drives.
Download PDFEngineering Checklist
Submit motor data, harmonic targets, and site conditions to accelerate proposal development.
Request ChecklistFactory Acceptance Plan
Detailed FAT script covering MV interlocks, PLC sequences, and emergency procedures.
Request Plan