Voltage wave reflection is a function of the voltage rise time (dv/dt) and the length of the motor cables. As wire length or switching speed increases, the overshoot peak voltage also increases.
Causes of Voltage Overshoots The Variable Frequency Drive’s inverter circuit “switches” (transitions from the off state to the on state) rapidly, producing a carrier containing the fundamental voltage and frequency. Voltage wave reflection occurs when the impedance on either end of the cable run does not match, causing voltage pulses to be reflected back in the direction from which it arrived. As these reflected waves encounter incoming waves, their values can add, causing higher peak voltage. Indicators of Voltage Overshoots