Yaskawa Electric Corporation (Head Office: Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan; Representative Director, President: Masahiro Ogawa) have launched the new “GA501” series, a compact, high-performance AC drive with built-in Ethernet communication functions (*1), targeting the expanding industrial Ethernet network market. Towards realizing the solution concept “i3-Mechatronics,” which adds digital data management to conventional automation solutions, the GA501 series will enhance data connectivity with AC servo drive and robotic products, contributing to the IoT integration, space saving, and higher functionality of equipment. The “GA501” series will be rolled out sequentially in the European, American, Chinese, and ASEAN markets.

(*1) Applicable network protocols：MECHATROLINK-4、EtherNet/IP、EtherCAT、
　   PROFINET、Modbus TCP/IP、BACnet/IP

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  YASKAWA AC Drive GA501 Series

In 2019, Yaskawa launched the GA500 series. It is a compact high-performance AC drive developed under the concepts of “versatility,” “ease of use,” and “reliability,” and optimized for a wide range of applications including general industrial machinery and equipment.

The GA500 series has enhanced machine performance through innovative permanent magnet (PM) motor control technology. In addition, its predictive failure diagnosis function enables IoT compatibility and contributes to improved production management efficiency by reducing unplanned downtime and supporting continuous operation of machinery and equipment.

The new GA501 series is a compact AC drive based on the GA500 platform and features industrial Ethernet communication as standard. By supporting Ethernet-based control 

networks that are increasingly adopted

worldwide and enhancing data connectivity with AC servo drives and robotic systems, the GA501 series enables advanced data analysis across entire production cells composed of machines and robots. Through these capabilities, Yaskawa contributes to the realization of customer-driven smart factory initiatives.

（１） Built-in Industrial Ethernet Communication

　　　- Supports multiple network protocols within a single unit

　　　- Protocol switching is easily performed using a built-in selector switch

（2）　All-in-One Design

　　　Integrated communication functionality eliminates add-on components.

（3）  High-Performance Motor Control

　・150% high starting torque

　・Maximum output frequency of 590 Hz

　・Advanced vector control compatible with PM motors

（4）IoT and Maintenance Features

　・Compatible with existing tools such as DriveWizard

　・Restart after momentary power loss, cooling fan control,

　　and easy maintenance mechanisms

　・Standard DIN rail mounting supported (for models up to 3.7 kW / U.S. market)

　Conveyors, Fans, Pumps, Compressors, etc

（１）Product Lineup：          200V single-phase: 0.1–3.7 kW (7 models)

　　　　　　　　　　　　　  200V three-phase: 0.1–22 kW (14 models)

　　　　　　　　　　　　　  400V three-phase: 0.2–30 kW (13 models)

　　　　　　　　　　　　　  Total: 34 models

（２）Launch Schedule

　　　North America: Orders start August 1, 2025

　　　ASEAN: Orders start October 1, 2025

　　　Europe: Orders start November 3, 2025

　　　Japan: Orders scheduled to begin within 2026

<Notes on Communication Network Trademarks>

BACnet is a trademark of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).

EtherCAT is a trademark of Beckhoff Automation GmbH.

Ethernet is a trademark of FUJIFILM Business Innovation Corp.

EtherNet/IP is a trademark of ODVA, Inc.

Modbus is a trademark of Schneider Automation Inc.

PROFINET is a trademark of PROFIBUS Nutzerorganisation e.V.

MECHATROLINK is a trademark of the MECHATROLINK Members Association.

For inquires, contact:

Corporate Communications Dept.

YASKAWA Electric Corporation

E-mail: pr@yaskawa.co.jp