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Commander SE
Simple and Easy
Commander SE

Overview
Control Techniques economical microdrive is an AC
open loop vector powerhouse, combining unmatched
flexibility with a small footprint. Best of all, the
Commander SE is simple to use and easy to install.
The Commander SEs first 10 parameters meet the
needs of 80% of drive applications, making setup fast
and effortless. Installation requires only a standard
screwdriver, while the removable control terminal strip
makes changeover quick and error free.

1/3 to 3 HP, 1 phase, 230 VAC

1 to 10 HP, 3 phase, 230 VAC

1 to 50 HP, 3 phase, 460 VAC

NEMA 1 (IP21) enclosure

RS485 serial communications with

Modbus RTU protocol

Plug-in communications via Profibus-DP,

DeviceNet, and Interbus-S

SESoft Windows based

configuration tool

QuicKey cloning module

Ideal for pumps, conveyors, mixers, fans,

ovens and more

Advanced menus for ultimate control and

flexibility

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Digital AC Drive

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The rugged and robust design has been field tested

in harsh environments and proven itself a dependable
drive for a wide range of applications. The Commander
SE, with its Intelligent Thermal Management (ITM)
technology, was designed with reliability in mind. Rated
at 50C ambient temperature, the Commander SE
withstands the most severe operating conditions.

PRO

Mixer
Simple and Easy

Material Payoff
Performance

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Open loop vector control with true space vector

modulation
Precise control algorithm provides full torque down to
1 Hz for exceptional performance
Access to multiple parameter levels
Customizes the drive to meet each users needs: simple
(level 1), flexible (level 2) and advanced (level 3)
QuicKey cloning module
Provides fast and cost-effective drive-to-drive parameter
transfer and storage with no PC required
Terminal connection drawings and Level 1 parameters (10)
listed on the drives front cover
On-the-spot easy reference for drive set-up and maintenance
Static auto-tune
Allows fast motor / drive optimization without motor shaft
rotation
Two sets of motor map parameters saved in the drives memory
Allows sequenced switching between two motors with
different operating characteristics
Configurable analog and digital I/O
Customizes drive to the specific application
S-ramp accel / decel profiling
Provides smooth speed transitions, minimizing machine
jerk
Built-in independent PID control
Eliminates the need for an external PID controller while
providing outer loop control of a process variable
Built-in MOP (motorized potentiometer)
Emulates the functionality of the traditional MOP with
increase / decrease pushbuttons
8 Preset speeds with independent accel / decel ramps
Allows predetermined speed sequencing via logic inputs
Selectable Stopping modes including Ramp, Coast, DC
Injection, and Dynamic Braking (except size 1)
Added flexibility meets many application requirements
Full EMC compliance with optional filter
Meets global standards for worldwide use

Ratings: Commander SE
SINGLE OR THREE PHASE INPUT
.33 to 10 HP (208-230 VAC)
1 to 50 HP (380-460 VAC)
208 / 230 VAC
Motor HP

Input
Phase

0.33
0.50
0.75
1
1
2
3
5
7.5
10

1
1
1
1
1 or 3
1 or 3
1 or 3
3
3
3

Contin. Overload
Output Current
Current
(A)
(A)
1.5
2.25
2.3
3.45
3.1
4.65
4.3
6.45
4.3
6.45
7.5
11.3
10
15
17
25
25
37.5
28.5
42.8

Size

Catalog
Number

1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
3
3

SE11200025
SE11200037
SE11200055
SE11200075
SE2D200075
SE2D200150
SE2D200220
SE23200400
SE33200550
SE33200750

Contin. Overload
Output Current
Current
(A)
(A)
2.1
3.15
4.2
6.3
5.8
8.7
9.5
14.3
13
19.5
16.5
24.8
24.5
36.8
30.5
45.8
37
55.5
46
69.0
60
90.0
70
105.0

Size

Catalog
Number

Commander SE

Feature
Performance Advantage

380 / 480 VAC

Motor HP

Input
Phase

1
2
3
5
7.5
10
15
20
25
30
40
50

3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3

2
2
2
2
3
3
4
4
4
5
5
5

SE23400075
SE23400150
SE23400220
SE23400400
SE33400550
SE33400750
SE43401100
SE43401500
SE43401850
SE53402200
SE53403000
SE53403700

Motor HP is based on four pole, 230 / 460 VAC NEMA ratings.

Overload: 150% for one minute.

Order String

SE X

XXXX
Drive Kilowatt Rating

Place Holder (0)

Drive Voltage Rating: 2 = 208-230 VAC
4 = 380-460 VAC
Input Phase: 1 = 1, D = 1 & 3, 3 = 3
Size: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
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Terminal Diagram: Commander SE

Commander SE

Terminal Description
Pin#

Function

Type/Description

0V Common

Analog Input 1
(Local Frequency /
Speed Reference), 10 bit
+10 VDC User Supply

Common for
External
Analog Signals
Single-ended
Analog Input

0V Common

Analog Input 2
(Remote Frequency /
Speed Reference), 10 bit
Analog Output 1
(Frequency / Speed), 10 bit

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Reference Supply

Common for
External
Digital Signals
Single-ended
Analog Input

+24 VDC User Supply

Single-ended
Analog Output,
Unipolar
User Supply

Digital I/O 1
(Zero Speed Output)

Digital
Input / Output

Notes

0 to +10 VDC,
100k Ohms,
Sample Time 6ms
5 mA max
Short Circuit
Protected

4-20 mA input,
200 Ohms,
Sample Time 6ms
0 to +10 VDC
@ 5 mA max
Update Time 22ms
100 mA max
Short Circuit Protected
0 to 24 VDC,
7.5k Ohms input or
0 to 24 VDC,
50 mA max output
Update Time 1.5ms

Pin#

Function

Type/Description

Notes

Digital Input
(Enable)

Digital Input

10

Digital Input
(Run Forward)

Digital Input

11

Digital Input
(Run Reverse)

Digital Input

12

Digital Input
(Local/Remote Select)

Digital Input

13

Digital Input
(Jog Select)

Digital Input

14

+24 VDC User Supply

User Supply

15

Status Relay (Drive Healthy)

Normally Open

0 to 24 VDC,
7.5k Ohms
Update Time 1.5ms
0 to 24 VDC,
7.5k Ohms
Update Time 1.5ms
0 to 24 VDC,
7.5k Ohms
Update Time 1.5ms
0 to 24 VDC,
7.5k Ohms
Update Time 1.5ms
0 to 24 VDC,
7.5k Ohms
Update Time 1.5ms
100 mA max
Short Circuit Protected
240 VAC, 6A resistive

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Status Relay (Drive Healthy)

Normally Open

240 VAC, 6A resistive

Programmable Analog

Programmable Digital

All Analog I/O is scaleable

Values in parenthesis designate default functions.

0-20, 20-0, and 20-4 mA are also available. See Commander SE Manual.

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Environment
Ambient Operating
Temperature

Cooling method
Humidity
Storage Temperature
Altitude

Vibration
Mechanical Shock
Enclosure

-10C to 40C (14F to 104F) @ 6kHz carrier freq.

-10C to 50C (14F to 122F) @ 3kHz carrier freq.
For SE Size 425HP and all SE Size 5's.
-10C to 40C (14F to 104F) @ 3kHz carrier freq.
Convection and forced convection,
model dependent
95% maximum non-condensing at 40C (104F)

Drive Overload Trip

Instantaneous
Overcurrent Trip
Phase Loss Trip
Overtemperature Trip

Tested in accordance with IEC 68-2-34

and IEC 68-2-36
Tested in accordance with IEC 68-2-29
NEMA 1 (IP 21)

Electromagnetic
Immunity

In compliance with EN61800-3 and EN50082-2

Electromagnetic
Emissions

In compliance with EN61800-3

second environment, without RFI filter.
EN50081-1*, EN500821-2 and EN50081-3 first
environment with optional RFI filter. *Size 1 only

215% of drive rated current

DC bus ripple threshold exceeded
Drive heatsink temperature exceeds 95C (203F)

Short Circuit Trip

Protects against output phase to phase fault

Ground Fault Trip

Protects against output phase to ground fault

Motor Thermal Trip

-40C to 60C (-40F to 140F) -- 12 months Max.

Derate the continuous output current by
1% for every 100m (328 ft) above 1000m (3280
ft) to a maximum of 4000m (13,000 ft).

Current overload value is exceeded.

Programmable to allow up to 150% of
drive current for one minute.

Electronically protects the motor from overheating

due to loading conditions

Commander SE

Specifications: Commander SE

Approvals & Listings

UL, cUL

UL File #E171230

IEC

Meets IEC Vibration, Mechanical Shock and

Electromagnetic Immunity Standards

CE

Designed for marking

NEMA
ISO 9002

NEMA 1 enclosure type

Certified Manufacturing Facility

Dimensions

AC Supply Requirements
Voltage
Phase
Maximum Supply
Imbalance
Frequency
Input Displacement
Power Factor

200V model: 200 to 240 VAC 10%

400V model: 380 to 480 VAC 10%
1 and 3 (Model Dependent)
2% negative phase sequence (3% voltage
imbalance between phases)
48 to 62 Hz
0.97

Control
Carrier Frequency

3, 6 and 12 kHz (Default Value Model Dependent)

Output Frequency

Up to 1000 Hz

Frequency Accuracy
Frequency Resolution
Analog Input
Resolution

0.01% of full scale

0.1 Hz
10 Bit + sign (Qty 2)

Serial Communications ANSI 2-wire EIA485 via RJ45 connector.

Baud rate is 4800, 9600 or 19,200
Braking

DC injection braking standard. Dynamic braking

transistor standard (not available on Size 1).

Protection
DC Bus
Undervoltage Trip

200V model: 180 VDC

(approximately 127 VAC line voltage)
400V model: 400 VDC
(approximately 282 VAC line voltage)

DC Bus
Overvoltage Trip

200V model: 420 VDC

(approximately 299 VAC line voltage)
400V model: 830 VDC
(approximately 587 VAC line voltage)

MOV Voltage
Transient Protection

160 Joules, 1400 VDC clamping

(Line to line and line to ground)

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Commander SE
Options / Software / Accessories
Commander SE

Overview
This simple and easy drive also provides flexibility
with easy to install options. Drive set-up is quick and
convenient using our remote keypad or SESoft, our
Windows based configuration tool. The SE QuicKey
allows parameter cloning for fast parameter storage and
transfer, making it easy to add or replace drives within
your system. The Commander SE easily connects into
your network with a wide range of fieldbus protocols
and operator interface options.

At-A-Glance
Option
Input / Output
Memory
Communication

PC to Drive
Accessories
Operator
Interface
Accessories
Extended
Warranty

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Description
Bi-polar Analog Input Card
QuicKey Cloning Tool
RS485 / Modbus RTU
Profibus-DP
Interbus-S
DeviceNet
CANOpen
Configuration Tool
RS232/485 Cable
Remote Keypad
CT Operator Interface
Cable Shield Clamps
5-year Warranty

Catalog Number
SE51
SE55
Standard
SE73
SE74
SE77DN
SE77CO
SESoft
SE71
CTKP
CTIU
SE11 to SE14
SE1WE to SE5WE

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Memory

Input / Output Modules

QuicKey / Cloning Module (SE55)

Bi-polar Analog Input Card (SE51)

The QuicKey is a small, encapsulated

memory module that stores the entire
set of the drives parameter values. It
plugs onto the SE drive near the control
terminals. The Commander SE may be
programmed to download / upload a set of parameters
to / from the QuicKey or to operate with or without the
module installed. Once the information is stored in the
QuicKey, it may be removed from the drive for future
use such as cloning other drives or programming a
replacement drive.

The bi-polar speed reference input card (SE51) allows

the direction of a motor to be controlled via a speed
potentiometer or external bi-polar speed reference
rather than the forward/reverse terminal selector.
The +10V potentiometer reference can be supplied
from the drive (term. #3) or from an external power
supply. The 10V potentiometer reference must be
supplied from an external supply. The SE51 also has
a relay that is controlled by the digital output (default
zero speed) of the drive.

Commander SE

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Communications
Communication Cards
(SE73, SE74, SE77DN, SE77CO)

SE51 Terminal Diagram

Each fieldbus interface

for the Commander SE
is a single option card
that fits within the
drive. Parameter data is
transferred to and from
the Commander SE using
a 2-wire RS485 link into
the RJ45 serial communications port on the drive.

SE51 Terminal Description

Signal Connector
PL1

Pin #
1

PL2
(Interface
connections
to Commander SE)

2
1
2
3
4
5
6

PL3

1
2

Function
Bi-polar Analog Input
(10 VDC, 22k Ohms)
0V Common
0V Common
0 to +10 VDC Analog Output
+24 VDC Supply for option card
Digital Input (+24 VDC)
to control relay
Run Forward Output (+24 VDC)*
Run Reverse or Run Forward / Reverse
Output (+24 VDC)*
Relay Contact Common
(48 VAC / DC, 2A resistive)
Relay Contact (Normally Open)

Communication
Protocol*
RS485 / Modbus RTU
Profibus-DP
Interbus-S
DeviceNet
CANOpen

Interface Card
Catalog Number
Standard
SE73
SE74
SE77DN
SE77CO

* Maximum communication rate through RJ45 port is 19.2 kbaud.

Commander SE operates as slave node only.

* Directional control of Commander SE

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Commander SE
Commander SE

PC to Drive Accessories
Drive Configuration Tool (SESoft)
SESoft is a complimentary Windows based drive
configuration tool designed to enable the complete
control and display of all parameters within a
Commander SE. A set-up wizard guides the user in
entering motor and application data. Motor data may
be supplied from the motor nameplate, or the user
may select a motor from the database supplied in the
wizard. A monitoring screen displays real-time drive
values such as current, voltage and DC bus level. SESoft
communicates via the computers serial port and the
Commander SEs RJ45 port using the CT Comms Cable.

Programming / Configuration Cable

Using a special RS232 to RS485 converter you can connect
the PC to the RJ45 serial port on the front of the drive. A
special pre-made cable is available from Control Techniques
for this purpose this same cable is used with other Control
Techniques products that use a RJ45 RS485 connector such
as the Unidrive SP.

For more information, refer to the Accessories

Section on page 138.

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Catalog Number

Description

CT Comms Cable

PC-to-drive Comms Cable

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Accessories

Operator Interfaces

Cable Shield Clamps

Universal Keypad (CTKP)

The cable shield

clamps are used with
the Commander SE
to stabilize wire / cable
connections when
mounting a drive inside
an enclosure. The
clamps attach to the
bottom of the Commander
SE drive and provide a convenient shielded ground
connection.

The CTKP Universal Keypad

is an ideal maintenance tool for
use with CTs digital drives (SE,
Unidrive, Mentor II, Quantum III)
and option modules (UD7X, MD
series). Five navigation keys and
plain text parameter descriptions
make the CTKP easy to use for viewing and modifying
drive data. The keypad is designed for handheld or
panel mounting. The IP65 rating, screw-down terminals
and stress relief for cable connections assure a rugged
and robust design.
An RS485 cable with an RJ45 connector on the
Commander SE end and dressed wires on
the CTKP end is available (order Catalog Number
CTKP-SE-485-XXX). (XXX = ft.)
For more information, refer to the Accessories
Section on page 154.

Operator Interface Unit

(CTIU)
The CTIU operator interface units incorporate
a back-lit LCD display and easy-to-use navigation
keys. Using the WYSIWIG page editor, they can
be programmed to display a variety of menus,
submenus, alarms, fault conditions and other critical
information. The CTIUs support a range of capabilities
including multiple font sizes, real time trends and
graphs, scheduling and background programs. They
communicate via 2 or 4-wire RS485 and, to simplify
installation, CTIUs are rated NEMA 4/12 and require no
screw mounting holes.

Clamp
Catalog Number
SE11
SE12
SE13
SE14

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Commander SE
Size
1
2
3
4

Warranty
Extended Warranty
An industry-leading two-year warranty is standard
for Commander SE drives. An extended warranty is
available that increases the warranty period to five years.
Commander SE Size

Catalog Number

1
2
3
4
5

SE1WE
SE2WE
SE3WE
SE4WE
SE5WE

CTIU Family

An RS485 cable with an RJ45 connector on the

Commander SE end and dressed wires on
the CTIU end is available (order Catalog Number
CTIU-CTD-485-XXX). (XXX = ft.)
For more information, refer to the Accessories
Section on pages 152-153.

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