IEEE Standard 1566-2015 performance of adjustable speed AC drives rated 375 KW and larger

This paper presents the main revisions, updates, and additional materials that were added to the IEEE 1566 Adjustable Speed Drive standard first published in 2005. The revised standard addresses suggestions and additions received from end users, manufacturers, and consultants over the last 10 years and will reflect both field experience and advancements made. The paper also addresses the comprehensively revised and expanded data sheets available for completion by the purchaser and manufacturer. The data sheet is available in Excel format for ease of completion. A new section entitled “Technical Data Sheet Guide” explains the various terminologies used in the standard to help the user. Recommendations are made for future work.