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131F5985 Danfoss VLT AQUA Drive FC 200 500 KW / 650 HP, 525 - 690 VAC *, IP00
MPN: 131F5985
Alt. SKU: FC-202P500T7E00H2XGCXXXSXXXXAXBXCXXXXDX
Special Price
£60,127.20
£50,106.00
Regular Price
£80,169.60
Why Choose the Danfoss 131F5985 VLT® AQUA Drive?
The Danfoss 131F5985 is a high-power VLT® AQUA Drive FC 202 variable frequency drive (VFD) designed for demanding water and wastewater applications. Engineered by Danfoss, this drive delivers exceptional performance, precise motor control and outstanding energy efficiency for large-scale industrial systems.
Part of the VLT® AQUA Drive FC 202 series, this model is purpose-built for fluid handling systems, offering advanced features such as cascade pump control, dry-run protection and intelligent diagnostics. These capabilities help optimise system reliability while reducing energy consumption and operational costs.
With a rated output power of approximately 500 kW (≈650 HP) and compatibility with a three-phase 525–690 V AC supply, the 131F5985 is ideal for large pump stations, municipal water systems and heavy-duty industrial fluid handling applications.
Key Advantages
- High-capacity variable frequency drive for large water and wastewater systems.
- Significant energy savings through optimised motor control.
- Three-phase 525–690 V AC input for heavy industrial environments.
- Advanced pump-specific features including cascade and dry-run protection.
- Reduced downtime with intelligent diagnostics and monitoring.
- Designed for continuous operation in critical infrastructure.
Key Features
- Danfoss VLT® AQUA Drive FC 202 series.
- Approx. 500 kW rated output power.
- Three-phase 525–690 V AC input supply.
- Advanced multi-pump cascade control functionality.
- Automatic Energy Optimisation (AEO) for improved efficiency.
- Integrated diagnostics and condition monitoring.
- Flexible I/O and communication interfaces for automation integration.
- Designed for large-scale industrial installations.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Danfoss
- Series: VLT® AQUA Drive FC 202
- Model: 131F5985
- Product type: AC variable frequency drive
- Rated output power: approx. 500 kW
- Input voltage: 525–690 V AC
- Input phases: 3-phase
- Frequency: 50 / 60 Hz
- Protection rating: IP00 / chassis (typical for high-power drives)
- Mounting type: Cabinet / system integration
- Cooling method: Forced air cooling
- Application focus: Large pump and fluid systems
High-Efficiency Control for Large Pump Systems
The Danfoss VLT® AQUA Drive controls motor speed by adjusting output voltage and frequency, enabling precise flow and pressure regulation. This improves system efficiency, reduces mechanical stress and extends equipment lifespan in large-scale installations.
Designed for critical infrastructure, the FC 202 series supports stable operation under varying load conditions, making it ideal for municipal water systems, industrial processing plants and large pumping applications.
Typical Applications
- Municipal water and wastewater treatment plants.
- Large pump stations and distribution systems.
- Industrial fluid handling and processing plants.
- Power generation and cooling water systems.
- HVAC systems with high-capacity pumps.
- Infrastructure and utility applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Danfoss 131F5985 used for?
This drive is used to control large pumps and motors in water, wastewater and heavy industrial fluid handling systems.
What motor power does this drive support?
It supports motors rated up to approximately 500 kW.
What supply voltage does it require?
The drive operates on a three-phase 525–690 V AC power supply.
Is it suitable for large-scale applications?
Yes, it is specifically designed for high-power industrial environments and critical infrastructure systems.
Does it improve energy efficiency?
Yes, advanced control features such as Automatic Energy Optimisation help reduce energy consumption and operating costs.
Trusted by Infrastructure Engineers Worldwide
Danfoss VLT® AQUA Drives are widely trusted for delivering reliable, high-efficiency motor control in large-scale water and industrial systems.
| Manufacturer Part Number | 131F5985 |
|---|---|
| Barcode | 5702427458277 |
| Filter | Filter Included |
| Degree of protection (IP) | IP00 |
| KW Rating | 500kW |
| VSD Range | Danfoss VLT AQUA Drive FC 200 |
| Manufacturer | Danfoss |
| Alternative Product SKU | FC-202P500T7E00H2XGCXXXSXXXXAXBXCXXXXDX |
Write Your Own Review
This unit is designed for water and wastewater applications and has a variety of powerful features, with add-ons which can enhance performance. These drives are suited to new or retrofit projects.
Adding motor control to pumps and blowers used for water and wastewater treatment means it's easier to handle variable workloads. This drive provides between 10% and 30% savings in the first year alone, when compared to traditional drives, as it offers low maintenance costs and energy consumption.
The quick and user-friendly setup of water and pump settings reduces installation time ensuring a fast route to maximum energy efficiency and motor control.
Supply voltages and power range
1 x 200-240 V...1.1-22 kW
1 x 380-480 V...7.5-37 kW
3 x 200-240 V...0.25-45 kW
3 x 380-480 V...0.37 kW – 1 MW
3 x 525-600 V...0.75-90 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 380-690...250-1400 kW
Features and benefits
- Assets are protected thanks to specially designed software that prevents, for example, water hammering
- Energy efficiency is maximized as a result of the drives control algorithms and design which focus on reducing heat loss
- High energy savings related to air conditioning are ensured due to the unique back-channel-cooling concept that transfers 90% of heat away from the room
- Electromagnetic interference and harmonic distortion are reduced thanks to the built-in, scalable RFI filter and integrated DC link chokes
- Perfect system integration and adaptation to the application are possible due to freely programmable warnings and alerts
- 3–8% energy savings are achieved as a result of Automatic Energy Optimization
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Centrifugal pumps and blowers, positive displacement blowers.
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For further information on this product please get in touch with our team or visit the Danfoss website.
