175U3316 Danfoss
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MPN: MCE101A56R0P3K20E54CAW
The Danfoss 175U3316 is part of the VLT Brake Resistors series and features a continuous power rating of 3200 W with an operating voltage of 690 V AC or 1100 V DC. It offers a resistance of 56 Ohms with a ±10% tolerance and supports pulse power ratings of 39.9 kW at 10% duty and 9.9 kW at 40% duty. The unit includes a normally closed temperature switch that activates at 180°C and is rated at 2 A, 250 V AC.
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The 175U3316 is a Danfoss VLT brake resistor with 3200 W continuous power and 56 Ω resistance. Dielectric strength rated at 2500 V AC for 1 minute and 39.9 kW pulse power at 10% duty make the resistor an excellent choice for dependable braking performance.
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The 175U3316 brake resistor is manufactured by Danfoss within the VLT Brake Resistors series. Designed for connection to VLT drives, the unit converts excess kinetic energy from a decelerating motor into heat so that the DC-link voltage stays within permitted limits during rapid braking or overhauling loads. By providing this thermal sink, the component protects the drive’s power semiconductors and allows automation equipment to stop or reverse without mechanical friction devices.
Under a steady load, the resistor can dissipate 3200 W; this continuous power rating indicates the thermal capacity that can be handled indefinitely when the housing remains within its normal temperature range. The element has a resistance of 56 Ω, which establishes the current drawn from the DC bus at a given voltage and determines the braking torque. Electrical connection is permitted up to 690 V AC or 1100 V DC, matching the maximum supply levels of standard high-power VLT inverters. A dielectric strength of 2500 V AC for one minute separates the resistor coil from its grounded enclosure and verifies insulation integrity during high-potential testing. Production tolerance is held to ±10%, ensuring predictable braking performance when multiple resistors are installed in parallel banks.
For intermittent duty cycles, the device may absorb pulses of 39.9 kW at a 10% duty cycle or 9.9 kW at a 40% duty cycle, enabling quick stops on conveyors, hoists, or centrifuges without exceeding the film temperature limit. A normally closed thermal switch opens at 180 °C so a drive controller can disable braking if the internal temperature approaches the design limit. The enclosure can reach up to 300 °C during severe regeneration, so installation clearances and wire insulation must accommodate that surface temperature. The switch contacts are rated for 2 A at 250 V AC and are wired with AWG 20 (0.5 mm²) leads for direct connection to the drive’s digital inputs.
