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131Z8279 Danfoss VLT FC-102 HVAC Drive 1.5 KW / 2.0 HP, 380 - 480 VAC, IP55
MPN: 131Z8279
Alt. SKU: FC-102P1K5T4Z55H3XGX1OXSXXXXAXBXCXXXXDX
Special Price
£768.96
£640.80
Regular Price
£1,281.60
Why Choose the Danfoss 131Z8279 VLT HVAC Drive FC-102?
The Danfoss 131Z8279 is a compact and reliable VLT® HVAC Drive FC-102 frequency converter designed for efficient motor control in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration applications. Built for commercial building services and industrial HVAC systems, this drive provides dependable variable speed control for fans, pumps and air handling equipment.
With a rated power of 1.5 kW / 2.0 HP and a three-phase 380-480 V AC supply, the Danfoss 131Z8279 is suitable for smaller HVAC motor control duties where accurate speed regulation, reliable operation and energy-efficient performance are required. The IP55 / Type 12 enclosure provides practical protection for HVAC drive installations.
This model is supplied with a graphical local control panel, RFI Class A1/B filter, no brake chopper, mains disconnect, not coated PCB, metric thread cable entry, latest release standard software and standard language pack. Its full model code is FC-102P1K5T4Z55H3XGX1OXSXXXXAXBXCXXXXDX.
Key Advantages
- Dedicated Danfoss VLT® HVAC Drive FC-102 for heating, ventilation and refrigeration applications.
- 1.5 kW / 2.0 HP power rating for smaller HVAC motor control requirements.
- Three-phase 380-480 V AC input for commercial and industrial electrical systems.
- IP55 / Type 12 enclosure for protected HVAC drive installations.
- RFI Class A1/B filter for improved electromagnetic compatibility.
- Mains disconnect included for practical isolation and installation support.
- Graphical local control panel for clear commissioning, operation and parameter access.
- Designed to help optimise energy use in fan, pump and air handling applications.
Key Features
- Danfoss VLT® HVAC Drive FC-102 series.
- 1.5 kW / 2.0 HP rated power.
- Three-phase 380-480 V AC mains voltage.
- IP55 / Type 12 enclosure rating.
- Frame size A4.
- RFI Class A1/B (C1) filter.
- No brake chopper.
- Graphical local control panel.
- Not coated PCB.
- Mains disconnect.
- Metric thread cable entry.
- No A option.
- No B option.
- No C0 option.
- No C1 option.
- No software option.
- No D option.
- Latest release standard software.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Danfoss
- Series: VLT® HVAC Drive FC-102
- Product code: 131Z8279
- Model code: FC-102P1K5T4Z55H3XGX1OXSXXXXAXBXCXXXXDX
- Product type: Frequency converter / variable speed drive
- Application type: HVAC drive
- Rated power: 1.5 kW / 2.0 HP
- Input voltage: 380-480 V AC
- Input phases: Three phase
- Input frequency: 50 / 60 Hz
- Enclosure rating: IP55 / Type 12
- RFI filter: Class A1/B (C1)
- Frame size: A4
- Control panel: Graphical local control panel
- Brake chopper: No brake chopper
- PCB coating: Not coated PCB
- Mains option: Mains disconnect
- Adaptation A: Metric thread cable entry
- Adaptation B: No adaptation
- A option: No A option
- B option: No B option
- C0 option: No C0 option
- C1 option: No C1 option
- Software option: No software option
- D option: No D option
- Software release: Latest release standard software
- Language pack: Standard language pack
- Continuous current: 4.1 A / 3.4 A
- Intermittent current: 4.51 A / 3.74 A
- kVA rating: 2.84 kVA
- Power loss: 62 W
- Dimensions (H × W × D): 391 × 200 × 177 mm
- Gross weight: 8.696 kg
- Net weight: 7.96 kg
- Volume: 47.293 L
- EAN: 5710107379750
Efficient Motor Control for HVAC Systems
The Danfoss VLT® HVAC Drive FC-102 range is engineered for motor-driven HVAC equipment where energy efficiency, reliability and smooth control are important. By adjusting motor speed to match real operating demand, the drive can help reduce unnecessary energy use while improving system stability and comfort control.
The 131Z8279 is well suited to compact HVAC installations where fan and pump loads vary during operation. Its protected enclosure, EMC filtering, mains disconnect and user-friendly graphical interface make it a practical choice for new installations, upgrades and replacement projects in commercial building services and industrial HVAC systems.
Typical Applications
- HVAC ventilation fan control.
- Air handling units and building ventilation systems.
- Heating system pumps.
- Chilled water and condenser water pumps.
- Commercial building services.
- Industrial HVAC systems.
- Energy-saving fan and pump applications.
- Small motor control duties in HVAC plant rooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Danfoss 131Z8279 used for?
The Danfoss 131Z8279 is used to control motor speed in HVAC applications such as ventilation, heating, pumps, fans and air handling systems.
What series does the Danfoss 131Z8279 belong to?
This product belongs to the Danfoss VLT® HVAC Drive FC-102 series.
What is the power rating of the Danfoss 131Z8279?
The drive has a rated power of 1.5 kW / 2.0 HP.
What supply voltage does this drive use?
The Danfoss 131Z8279 is designed for a three-phase 380-480 V AC supply.
Does the Danfoss 131Z8279 include a mains disconnect?
Yes, this model includes a mains disconnect for practical isolation and installation support.
What type of control panel is supplied with the Danfoss 131Z8279?
This model is supplied with a graphical local control panel for drive operation, commissioning and parameter access.
What enclosure rating does the Danfoss 131Z8279 have?
This model has an IP55 / Type 12 enclosure rating, providing protected installation for HVAC drive applications.
Trusted for HVAC Motor Control
Danfoss VLT® HVAC Drive FC-102 frequency converters are widely used in commercial and industrial HVAC systems to deliver efficient motor control, dependable performance and optimised energy use across fans, pumps and air handling equipment.
| Manufacturer Part Number | 131Z8279 |
|---|---|
| Barcode | 5710107379750 |
| Height | 390mm |
| Width | 200mm |
| Depth | 175mm |
| Filter | Filter Included |
| Input Phases | Three Phase |
| Degree of protection (IP) | IP55 |
| KW Rating | 1.5kW |
| Output Phases | Three phase |
| VSD Range | Danfoss VLT FC102 |
| Manufacturer | Danfoss |
| Alternative Product SKU | FC-102P1K5T4Z55H3XGX1OXSXXXXAXBXCXXXXDX |
Write Your Own Review
The VLT HVAC drive has built-in intelligence to give optimal process control to heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC). It is simple to use and extremely cost-efficient, featuring a number of functions that are ideal for use with pumps, fans and compressors to save energy, meet environmental regulations and reduce costs in modern buildings.
The VLT HVAC drive has a compact, robust design and is ideally suited to locations where space is restricted. A selection of safety features, such as Safe Torque Off and Safe Maximum Speed, protect both applications and their operators.
Enclosures can be purchased separately, up to IP66, and an additional option available upon purchase is a unique coating to provide added protection for the circuit boards. Integrated DC chokes and RFI filters safeguard installations by minimizing harmonic distortion and electromagnetic.
Supply voltages and power range
3 x 200-240 V...1.1-45 kW
3 x 380-480 V...1.1 kW – 1 MW
3 x 525-600 V...1.1-90 kW
3 x 525-690 V...45 kW – 1.4 MW
Low harmonic drive
3 x 380-480 V...132-710 kW
12-pulse drive
3 x 380-480 V...250-200kW
Features and benefits
- There’s no need for external cooling or oversizing as the maximum ambient temperature is 50°C without derating
- PLC capacity is often unnecessary thanks to the Smart Logic Controller
- A low initial investment and easy upgrades are possible thanks to the modular concept with a wide range of options
- The need for external control and conversion equipment is avoided due to integrated pump, fan and compressor functionality
- 5–15% energy is saved as a result of the Automatic Energy Optimization function
- Less gateway solutions are needed thanks to a wide range of HVAC protocols for building management system controller connectivity
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For further information on this product please get in touch with our team or visit the Danfoss website.
