178B7281

Ask for Availability

Preparing your secure checkout page...

The Danfoss 178B7281 is part of the AKD Adaptive Cooling Drives series and operates within a power range of 0.55-18.5 kW for 380-480V. It features an enclosure rating of either IP20 or IP54 and a maximum input current of 44 A at 380V. The drive's efficiency is 96% with an operating temperature capacity of up to 45°C.

Warranty
Wake Industrial Warranty

Quote Request Form:

To contact sales for pricing and lead time:

Payment Methods

Visa
Mastercard
AmEx
Wire Transfer

Shipping Methods

DHL
UPS
FedEx
Freight

Our Credentials

Cary Chamber
DUNS Registered
SAM Registered
BBB Accredited

Product Description:

The Danfoss 178B7281 is a high-efficiency cooling drive from the AKD Adaptive Cooling Drives series. It is designed for refrigeration and HVAC applications where keeping the right temperatures is very important. This drive has a maximum output power of 18.5 kW and an output frequency range of 0 to 1000 Hz, which makes it flexible and easy to manage for both small and big cooling systems. The 178B7281 is designed to be flexible and available with two different housing options: IP20 and IP54.

The IP20 version is best for protected interior installations like control rooms and equipment cabinets. The IP54 version, on the other hand, is strong enough for tougher situations like walk-in coolers, freezer rooms, and outdoor condensing units where moisture and dust are prevalent. This adaptability makes sure that it works well in a broad variety of commercial and industrial situations. The adaptive cooling technology is a big aspect of the AKD series, especially the 178B7281. This drive, on the other hand, constantly changes the motor output based on the current cooling demands and the environment. Traditional drives only work at set speeds. This adaptive method not only keeps the temperature exactly where it needs to be, but it also saves energy by automatically lowering output when demand goes down. This saves a lot of energy and makes the equipment last longer.

The 178B7281 can work with a wide variety of voltages, from conventional 200–240V for smaller units to 380–480V for mid-range systems. Higher-power variants can even work with voltages up to 525–690V. This wide range of voltage compatibility makes it easy to add to many different facility power systems, which helps keep installation costs low and makes sure it fits well with the infrastructure that is already there.

Alternate Input Voltage
1/3 x 200-240 V ±10% (50/60 Hz)
Efficiency
0.96 (typical)
Enclosure
IP20 or IP54
Input Voltage
3 x 380-480 V ±10% (50/60 Hz)
Max Input Current (380 V)
44 A
Max Input Current (460 V)
41 A
Max Output Current (380-440 V)
37.5 A
Max Output Current (441-500 V)
34 A
Max Power Loss
655 W
Max Shaft Output Power
25 HP (18.5 kW)
Operating Temperature
up to 45°C
Output Frequency
0-1000 Hz
Power Range
0.55-18.5 kW (380-480 V); 0.37-1.5 kW (200-240 V)
Pre-fuse Rating
63/60 A (UL)
Weight
IP54: 42 kg; IP20: 27 kg

Frequently Asked Questions about 178B7281:

Q: What is the power range supported by the 178B7281?

A: The power range is 0.55–18.5 kW for 380–480 V and 0.37–1.5 kW for 200–240 V.

Q: What input voltage options are available for this drive?

A: It supports 3 x 380–480 V ±10% (50/60 Hz) and 1/3 x 200–240 V ±10% (50/60 Hz).

Q: What is the output frequency range of the 178B7281?

A: The output frequency range is 0–1000 Hz.

Q: What enclosure options are available for this model?

A: The drive comes with either IP20 or IP54 enclosure options.

Q: For which applications is the 178B7281 suitable?

A: Its wide power and voltage range, along with high output frequency, make it suitable for various industrial automation and adaptive cooling applications.


Internal Product Review

  • ‘‘The 178B7281 cooling drive can output frequencies between 0 and 1000 Hz and has an average efficiency of 96%. This Danfoss AKD Adaptive Cooling Drive has a maximum output power of 18.5 kW and comes in IP20 or IP54 casings.’’

Motion Industries logo
3M logo
IBM logo
Gexpro Logo
Caterpillar logo
NASA logo
Ford logo
Vallen logo