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Future of VFD tech: New iC7-Hybrid and iC7-Marine features

  • Tuesday, March 17, 2026
With new and updated features, the iC7-Hybrid power converters and iC7-Marine drives set the industry benchmark for performance, safety, and connectivity.

In 2026, the iC7-Hybrid power converters and iC7-Marine drives offer you a host of powerful new and updated features. These enhancements are engineered to provide you with enhanced safety, cyber security, and connectivity. The updates deliver intelligent, reliable performance for marine and hybrid applications, simplifying installation and ensuring global marine and grid code compliance. 

With these new and updated features, the iC7-Hybrid power converters and iC7-Marine drives set the standard for performance, safety, and connectivity. Whether you are upgrading an existing system or engineering a new installation, the iC7 series equips you with the advanced drive technology needed to meet the demands of today and tomorrow.

Key enhancements:

  • Integrated functional safety: Built-in SIL3-certified “Safe Torque Off” (STO) and “Safe Stop 1” (SS1) protect personnel and assets while reducing system costs by eliminating external safety contactors and complex wiring

  • Advanced cyber security: Strengthened cyber security meets vital marine industry requirements, safeguarding operations against digital threats and future-proofing your systems against evolving regulations

  • Seamless EtherNet/IP connectivity: Native EtherNet/IP support allows for easy integration into automation systems without extra hardware, lowering costs and simplifying maintenance

  • Flexible customization: the new Logic feature in MyDrive® Insight commissioning tool enables you to adapt the drive to unique application requirements, reducing the need for expensive, fully custom solutions and saving engineering resources

  • Global marine compliance: The addition of Class NK marine type approval extends our comprehensive range of marine certifications, ensuring iC7 drives can be used in applications worldwide

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