FC-301P18KT2131H5496 Danfoss
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The Danfoss FC-301P18KT2131H5496 is part of the VLT FC 301 Automation Drives series and features a power rating of 18.5 kW, supporting 25 horsepower operation on three phase, 200-240 VAC mains voltage. It offers an output frequency range from 0 to 590 Hz and supports shielded motor cables up to 50 meters and unshielded cables up to 75 meters.
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The FC-301P18KT2131H5496 is a Danfoss VLT FC 301 automation drive with an 18.5 kW rating and 200–240 VAC input, well suited for demanding industrial control duty. From a technical standpoint, output frequency to 590 Hz and a true power factor of at least 0.9 support flexible speed control and efficient electrical performance. Three-phase power architecture and EN 55011 Class A2 compliance make the unit a strong choice for dependable automation service.
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The FC-301P18KT2131H5496 is an AC variable frequency drive manufactured by Danfoss within the VLT FC 301 Automation Drives series. The unit converts fixed-frequency three-phase mains power into a modulated output that allows controllers to adjust induction motor speed and torque. By providing electronic speed control, it supports conveyors, pumps, and other industrial equipment that benefit from energy-efficient operation. The drive can regulate motor performance across changing process demands without requiring mechanical speed-control components.
Its continuous output power is 18.5 kW, which corresponds to a mechanical output of 25 HP when driving standard NEMA or IEC motors. The input section accepts a three-phase supply of 200 to 240 VAC, so the drive can connect directly to compatible low-voltage distribution networks without a step-down transformer. Internally, the inverter produces output frequencies from 0 to 590 Hz, allowing oversynchronous operation for high-speed spindles as well as near-zero-speed control during startup. Control circuits remain synchronized with a mains frequency of 50/60 Hz ±5%, so modest grid variations will not interrupt operation. Shielded motor leads can be routed up to 50 m, while unshielded runs may extend to 75 m when electromagnetic interference constraints permit. These cable limits help users select suitable routing methods for the motor connection while accounting for the surrounding electrical equipment.
The displacement power factor reaches greater than 0.98, keeping reactive current low and reducing demand on upstream conductors. The true power factor remains at least 0.9 under nominal load. For electromagnetic emission control, the drive complies with EN/IEC 61800-3 Category 3 and the radiated noise limits of EN 55011 Class A2, making it suitable for industrial areas that share power with sensitive control electronics. The drive meets overvoltage category III and pollution degree 2 requirements, so the control board clearances are appropriate for switchboards and enclosed machinery. The flux-mode algorithm supports vector modulation from 0 to 300 Hz. The drive permits one input power-up per minute, which supports recovery after a brownout without placing excessive stress on the capacitors.
