Technical guide, , by Green Automatica engineering team · 2 min read
INVT VFD programming and configuration in Kenya: GD20, GD200A, GD350 and solar pump drives
Setting up INVT Goodrive inverters for motors, pumps and fans, including INVT solar pumping inverters, with the keypad and INVT Workshop.
INVT Goodrive inverters are widely used in Kenya for pumps, fans, mills and conveyors, and INVT solar pumping inverters run boreholes off-grid. We select, configure, commission and troubleshoot INVT drives so motors start smoothly, run efficiently and stay protected.
INVT equipment we program and configure
| Equipment | Product families | Software we use |
|---|---|---|
| VFDs | Goodrive GD10, GD20, GD200A, GD270, GD350 | Keypad, INVT Workshop |
| Solar pump inverters | GD100-PV series | Keypad |
Networks and protocols: Modbus RTU (RS-485) built in, with communication options for PROFIBUS, CANopen and Ethernet on selected models.
What we do on INVT systems
- Motor data and control-mode setup for pumps, fans, mills and conveyors
- PID control for constant pressure and constant flow
- Solar pumping inverter setup: maximum power point tracking, dry-run and tank-full protection
- Modbus control from PLCs and HMIs
- Fault code diagnosis and drive replacement
How we work on your INVT system
- Back up first. Before we touch anything, we upload and save the existing program, HMI project and drive parameters, so the machine can always be returned to how it was.
- Understand the process. We walk the machine with your operators and maintenance team, and agree in writing what the change or new program must do.
- Program and test offline. Logic, screens and drive settings are prepared and checked before site work, to keep downtime short.
- Commission on site. We test every input, output, interlock and alarm with your team, then run the machine under real load.
- Hand over properly. You receive the final, commented program, HMI project, drive parameter files, I/O list and drawings, plus training for your technicians.
Practical tips from our engineers
Match the control mode to the load
Use sensorless vector control for mills, crushers and conveyors that need strong starting torque, and V/F with energy saving for fans and centrifugal pumps.
Protect solar borehole pumps
On solar pumping drives, set dry-run and low-water protection and use a tank-full float switch. It prevents pump damage on sunny days when water is low.
Related services
See our PLC programming, SCADA and HMI and VFD and drives services, or read our overview of PLC, HMI and VFD programming for every major brand.
Frequently asked questions
Can you program INVT GD20 and GD200A drives?
Yes. We configure INVT Goodrive inverters for pumps, fans and machines, including PID and Modbus control.
Do you install INVT solar pump inverters?
Yes. We size, install and configure INVT solar pumping inverters for boreholes and irrigation.