Product Description:

The Danfoss 176F7313 is a compact AC variable-frequency drive sold under the VLT Adjustable Micro Drives series. Designed for OEM panels and retrofit cabinets, it modulates three-phase mains power to regulate induction-motor speed, supporting conveyors, pumps, and small process machines in automated lines. The chassis-style IP20 housing is intended for installation inside a protected panel, where the unit saves space while delivering closed-loop torque control and basic I/O for local sequencing.

Control resources include one analog input and 6 digital inputs, allowing the drive to accept speed references, start commands, and interlocks directly from sensors or PLC contacts. With a continuous output capability of 4.0 A, the power section can drive motors that draw up to 5.7 A at peak during acceleration. The unit is fed from a three-phase supply rated at 460 V AC, and an upstream JJS-15 fuse provides branch-circuit protection against faults up to the 5000 A short-circuit rating. Starting torque reaches 150% for one minute, so loads with high breakaway friction can be brought to speed without oversizing the motor. An M3 main-circuit terminal simplifies wiring, and the internal controller scales the single analog channel for either 0–10 V or 4–20 mA signals.

The power stage delivers 3.1 kVA of apparent output, translating to a typical shaft power of 1.5 kW when driving a standard four-pole induction motor. For field wiring, the drive supports motor leads up to 150 ft in length and conductor sizes as large as 14 AWG, maintaining proper voltage at the terminals without added reactors. The total mass is only 2.5 lb, easing panel-door mounting and reducing the load on supporting structures. A 5000 A short-circuit current rating coordinates with the recommended fuse, and thermal monitoring automatically reduces output above the chassis limit. The platform’s microprocessor also calculates energy consumption for diagnostic logging and predictive maintenance scheduling.