IAC

Yaskawa GA50U4012ABA

GA500 Drive

Cross-reference this drive

Lifecycle & replacement

Lifecycle status not published

Yaskawa's published discontinuation lists (checked 2026-09-01) do not assign a lifecycle status to this part number.

Get a replacement quote or engineering help877-727-8757

IAC stocks legacy spares and exchange units and quotes upgrade paths. Send us the nameplate details and we will confirm a compatible replacement.

Checked against: Yaskawa America Support By Product - Inverter Drives; Yaskawa America Support By Product - Servo Amplifiers; Yaskawa America Support By Product - Servomotors; Yaskawa America Support By Product - Machine Controllers; Yaskawa America Support By Product - PLC Controllers; Yaskawa America Support By Product - Spindle Drives; Yaskawa America Support By Product - Spindle Motors; Yaskawa product page carrying the verbatim definition of Legacy.

Part number breakdown

Decoded from GA500 AC Microdrive for Industrial Applications, bulletin BL.GA500.01 (Yaskawa America) (BL.GA500.01), Specifications - Catalog Code Designation + Ratings table, p.14-15. Codes the document does not list are shown as not documented.

  • Product series
    GA50
    GA500 Series
    Source: BL.GA500.01 p.14-15
  • Region code
    U
    Americas
    Source: BL.GA500.01 p.14-15
  • Voltage class
    4
    480 V Three-phase
    Source: BL.GA500.01 p.14-15
  • Rated output current code (ND / HD amps per voltage class)
    012
    12.2 A ND / 11 A HD (240V 1-ph and 3-ph); 11.9 A ND / 9.2 A HD (480V)
    Source: BL.GA500.01 p.14-15
  • Ratings-table model (voltage + current)
    4012
    4012: power output 7.5 HP, rated output current 11.9 A, normal duty rating
    ratedOutputHp: 7.5ratedCurrentA: 11.9duty: normal
    Source: BL.GA500.01 p.14-15
  • EMC filter option
    A
    No built-in filter
    Source: BL.GA500.01 p.14-15
  • Enclosure
    B
    IP20/Protected Chassis
    Source: BL.GA500.01 p.14-15
  • Environmental specifications
    A
    Standard
    Source: BL.GA500.01 p.14-15

Technical specifications

480V, 3-Phase Input, IP20/Protected Chassis
Normal Duty Output - HP7.5
Normal Duty Output - Amps11.9
Heavy Duty Output - HP5
Heavy Duty Output - Amps9.2
Dimensions (in.) - H5.04
Dimensions (in.) - W5.51
Dimensions (in.) - D5.63
Weight (lbs.) 14.4
Drawing (By Frame #) - 2DFr 3.1
Drawing (By Frame #) - 3DFr 3.1
480V, 3-Phase Input, IP20/UL Type 1
Normal Duty Output - HP7.5
Normal Duty Output - Amps11.9
Heavy Duty Output - HP5
Heavy Duty Output - Amps9.2
Dimensions (in.) - H7.40
Dimensions (in.) - W5.53
Dimensions (in.) - D5.63
Weight (lbs.) 15.5
Drawing (By Frame #) - 2DFr 3.1
Drawing (By Frame #) - 3DFr 3.1
Specifications
Overload Capacity110% for 60 sec. (ND), 150% for 60 sec. (HD)
Output Frequency0~590 Hz
Control MethodsOpen Loop Current Vector; Open Loop V/f
Motor TypesInduction Surface Permanent Magnet Interior Permanent Magnet Synchronous Reluctance
Protective DesignIP20/Protected Chassis IP20/UL Type 1 kit available IP20/Finless
Ambient Operating Temperature-10 to +50°C (IP20/Protected Chassis) -10 to +40°C (with UL Type 1 kit) up to +60°C with derate
Global CertificationUL, CE, RCM, RoHS
Functional SafetySafe Torque Off, SIL3 according to IEC 62061, PLe according to ISO 13849-1
Standard I/O(7) multi-function digital inputs (24 VDC) (2) multi-function analog inputs (0 +/- 10 VDC, 4-20 mA) (1) multi-function pulse inputs (2) Safe Torque Off inputs (1) fault relay output (form C) (2) multi-function outputs (photocoupler) (1) multi-function analog output (0 to 10 VDC / 4 to 20 mA) (1) multi-function pulse output
Network CommunicationEmbedded: Modbus RTU, RS-485, 115 kbps Optional: EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Modbus TCP/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS-DP, EtherCAT, MECHATROLINK-II, MECHATROLINK-III
Speed Control Range200:1 Open Loop Vector (IM Motors) 100:1 Open Loop Vector (PM Motors)
Speed Control Accuracy≤ 0.2%; Open Loop Vector
Speed Response≥ 20 Hz: Open Loop Vector (Induction Motors) ≥ 40 Hz: Open Loop Vector (PM Motors)
Function Block DiagramsUp to 100 connections, 1ms program scan time

Drive ratings (cross-reference data)

voltage class460V-3ph-in
rated power (HP)7.5 HP
rated current11.9 A
overload dutynormal

Source: official manufacturer documentation (BL.GA500.01).

Fault codes (194)

  • AErStation Address Setting Error
  • bATKeypad Battery Low Voltage
  • bbBaseblock
  • bCEBluetooth Communication Fault
  • boLBraking Transistor Overload
  • bUSOption Communication Error
  • bUSyBusy
  • CALLSerial Comm Transmission Error
  • CEModbus Communication Error
  • CFControl Fault
  • CoFCurrent Offset Fault
  • CP1Comparator 1 Limit Error
  • CP2Comparator 2 Limit Error
  • CPErControl Mode Mismatch
  • CPF00Control Circuit Error
  • CPF01Control Circuit Error
  • CPF02Control Circuit Error
  • CPF03Control Circuit Error
  • CPF06Control Circuit Error (EEPROM Memory Data Error)
  • CPF08Control Circuit Error
  • CPF11Control Circuit Error
  • CPF12Control Circuit Error
  • CPF13Control Circuit Error
  • CPF14Control Circuit Error
  • CPF16Control Circuit Error
  • CPF17Control Circuit Error
  • CPF18Control Circuit Error
  • CPF19Control Circuit Error
  • CPF20Control Circuit Error
  • CPF21Control Circuit Error
  • CPF22Control Circuit Error
  • CPF23Control Circuit Error
  • CPF24Control Circuit Error (Drive Unit Signal Fault)
  • CPF25Terminal Board not Connected
  • CPF38Control Circuit Error
  • CPyEError Writing Data
  • CrSTCannot Reset
  • CSErControl Mode Mismatch
  • CyCMECHATROLINK Comm Cycle Setting Err
  • CyPoCycle Power to Accept Changes

All 194 GA500 AC Microdrive fault codes →

Documentation & CAD

Files hosted by Yaskawa; links open the official document or download page. 3D CAD requires a free Yaskawa login.

Datasheets & catalogs

Manuals

2D drawings

Certificates

Get a quote for a replacement

Industrial Automation Co. stocks, sources, and repairs Yaskawa parts — new, refurbished, or exchange units with warranty.

📞 877-727-8757✉️ sales@iac.us.comContact us →

Specifications compiled from official Yaskawa product documentation. Always confirm against the datasheet for your exact unit and revision.