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Micro variable speed drive

Hitachi offers its L200 Series micro variable speed drives equipped with side-by-side mounting capability, built-in timing logic and analog input math (PLC) functions, DIP-switch hand-off-radio, and RS485 Modbus RTU communication interface.

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An optional NEMA4X keypad kit allows for flexible and cost-effective panel mounting. L200 is easy to install, easy to use, and easy to maintain, company says.

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