VFD tripping on overcurrent is one of the most frequent and critical faults encountered in industrial environments. It usually means your Variable Frequency Drive is detecting a current level that exceeds the safe operating limit — and it shuts down to protect the motor and the drive itself.

But what actually causes this fault? It could be a sudden change in load, a locked rotor condition, poor motor connections, or even a misconfigured acceleration time. Sometimes it’s as simple as a mismatch between the motor and the drive’s rated current.

In real-world field service, engineers often face this issue under pressure — especially when downtime is expensive. That’s why having a step-by-step troubleshooting checklist is essential.

In our latest guide, we walk you through: ✅ Common causes of overcurrent trips in both low and medium voltage VFDs ✅ How to inspect the load, motor, and wiring safely ✅ Which drive parameters to review and adjust ✅ Real examples from field troubleshooting

Whether you're working on HVAC systems, conveyor motors, or heavy-duty pumps, this guide will help you isolate the root cause and avoid unnecessary shutdowns.