Nidec Drives has expanded its Commander S range of AC drives for induction motors with the introduction of a new frame size, extending the range up to 15 hp (11 kW).

Commander S combines an industry-leading compact design with exceptional performance, delivering more power in less space, faster commissioning, and a lower total cost of ownership. As the smallest micro drive on the market for 15 hp (11 kW) applications, it helps customers maximize panel space, simplify installation, making it a smarter, more efficient choice for modern machine design.

This latest enhancement reflects Nidec Drives' commitment to continuous improvement, enabling customers to standardize on a single Commander S platform across the full power range. The extended offering provides greater application flexibility while maintaining the simplicity, reliability and performance that have made Commander S a trusted choice worldwide.

"At Nidec Drives, we focus on creating practical solutions that help customers improve performance while reducing complexity," said Laurent Babaud, President, Nidec Drives. "The expansion of Commander S reflects that commitment. Customers can now access higher power ratings while benefiting from the same ease of installation, reliability, and efficiency they trust today. It is another example of how we engineer solutions to solve operational challenges and deliver long-term value."

Commander S provides a solution for simple applications that require plug-and-play control convenience straight from the box. It is easy to install, easy to use, reliable and cost-effective. Typical applications that are a particularly good fit for Commander S include fans, pumps, compressors, conveyors and mixers.

"Customers consistently tell us they want greater capability without additional complexity," said Roxana Suteu, Product Manager, Nidec Drives. "By extending Commander S to 15 hp (11 kW), we're enabling users to standardize on a single platform across more applications while benefiting from one of the smallest drive footprints available in this power range. The result is a solution that saves space, simplifies commissioning, and helps reduce installation and lifecycle costs."

A key differentiator of Commander S is its integrated Marshal app, included as a standard feature at no additional cost. The app transforms the way users interact with the drive, enabling commission, monitoring, diagnostics and technical support directly from their smartphones.

Commander S is designed for environments where space and reliability matter most. Built for durability, Commander S features conformal coating to protect against moisture, dust, and corrosion, ensuring long-term performance, backed by a free 5-year warranty.

This expansion to Commander S reflects Nidec's broader commitment to helping customers improve efficiency and productivity through practical innovation. By combining engineering excellence, customer collaboration, and globally scaled expertise, Nidec delivers motor control solutions that support the growing demands of industrial automation and electrification worldwide.

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