The Allen-Bradley CompactLogix and PowerFlex 525 Motor Control Trainer is a compact, hands-on industrial automation training system for teaching Studio 5000 PLC programming, variable-frequency-drive operation, EtherNet/IP communication, motor control, industrial wiring, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
The open-frame desktop layout gives students clear access to the controller, drive, operator controls, protection devices, motor, and labeled training terminals. It is suitable for community colleges, technical schools, high school CTE programs, industrial maintenance courses, mechatronics laboratories, workforce development centers, and corporate technical training.
Configuration Shown
- Allen-Bradley CompactLogix 5370 L1 controller, 1769-L16ER-BB1B
- Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 525 variable frequency drive
- AC motor matched to the selected drive and supply configuration
- 24V DC control power supply
- EtherNet/IP communication
- Main miniature circuit breaker (MCB)
- Safety disconnect switch
- Industrial selector/control switch
- Indicator light
- Emergency-stop pushbutton
- Clearly labeled terminal blocks and student wiring points
- DIN-rail-mounted components
- Open-frame desktop training platform
Configuration note: PowerFlex 525 catalog numbers, motor voltage and power rating, input voltage, frequency, plug type, protection devices, controller series/revision, and component condition are confirmed in the quotation before production. The system can be configured for the electrical supply used at the destination.
Training Topics
- Studio 5000 Logix Designer project setup and PLC programming
- Ladder logic programming
- Digital input and output control
- Pushbutton, selector-switch, and indicator-light programming
- PLC wiring and I/O testing
- Motor start, stop, forward, and reverse control
- Variable-speed motor control
- PowerFlex 525 keypad operation and parameter configuration
- Hardwired PLC-to-VFD control
- EtherNet/IP configuration and communication
- PLC-to-VFD network control
- Speed-reference commands
- Drive status and fault monitoring
- System commissioning
- Electrical and PLC troubleshooting
Two VFD Control Methods
Hardwired Control
The CompactLogix digital outputs can control the PowerFlex 525 through its physical control terminals. This allows students to practice conventional industrial wiring, digital I/O control, and drive-terminal configuration.
EtherNet/IP Control
The CompactLogix controller can communicate with the PowerFlex 525 through EtherNet/IP. Students can practice configuring the network connection and exchanging start/stop commands, speed references, operating status, and fault information in Studio 5000.
Designed for Hands-On Industrial Maintenance Training
Unlike simulation-only systems, this trainer uses physical industrial control components. Students can follow a complete practical workflow:
Inspect the system → identify components and terminals → program the PLC → configure the VFD → test motor operation → monitor status → diagnose faults.
Software and Items Not Included
- Studio 5000 Logix Designer software and software license
- Programming computer
- HMI, unless specifically included in the quotation
- Full course curriculum, unless specifically included in the quotation
Optional Customization
- Additional digital I/O
- Analog input and output modules
- 0–10V and 4–20mA signal-training modules
- Fault-simulation switches
- Allen-Bradley HMI
- Additional sensors and operator controls
- Remote I/O and additional EtherNet/IP devices, subject to controller capacity
- Alternative CompactLogix controller models
- Custom terminal layout, wiring diagrams, and training exercises
Safety and Power Configuration
This is an open-frame educational training system intended for supervised use by qualified instructors and students. Input power, motor rating, protective devices, emergency-stop functions, terminal access, and applicable electrical requirements must be confirmed for the destination and intended classroom use before production.
Contact VISTON Education for a curriculum-matched configuration, quantity pricing, or a delivered quotation.