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Danfoss VLT Soft Starter MCD 500 MCD50215BT5G2X
Danfoss 175G5536 VLT Soft Starter MCD 500 with 215 A current rating, integrated bypass and three-phase 200-525 V AC operation for industrial motor control applications.
£2,582.68
Why Choose the Danfoss MCD5-0215B-T5-G2 Soft Starter?
The Danfoss MCD5-0215B-T5-G2 is a three-phase digital soft starter from the VLT® Soft Starter MCD 500 series, engineered for controlled starting and stopping of AC induction motors. Rated at 215 A, it is aimed at panel builders, OEMs and maintenance engineers who need smooth, repeatable motor control that reduces mechanical and electrical stress.
The MCD 500 limits start-up torque and inrush current with a controlled voltage ramp, while Danfoss Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) tailors the start and stop profiles to the load to help minimise water hammer in pumps and jerk in conveyors. An integrated bypass shorts out the thyristors once the motor reaches full speed, reducing heat dissipation and saving panel space.
Operating from a 3 × 200–525 V AC mains supply with a 110–220 V AC control supply, the MCD5-0215B-T5-G2 is supplied in an IP00 chassis format for installation inside a control panel or enclosure.
Key Advantages
- Smooth, controlled motor starting that reduces inrush current and mechanical stress.
- Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC) matches the ramp profile to the load.
- Integrated bypass reduces heat dissipation and saves panel space.
- 215 A rated operational current for demanding three-phase motor loads.
- Built-in motor and starter protection for dependable operation.
- Keypad and remote control, with optional fieldbus communication modules.
Key Features
- Danfoss VLT® Soft Starter MCD 500 series.
- 215 A rated operational current.
- Three-phase 200–525 V AC mains supply (T5).
- 110–220 V AC control supply.
- Adaptive Acceleration Control for soft start and soft stop.
- Integrated bypass.
- Motor overload and thermal protection.
- IP00 chassis for panel mounting.
How the MCD 500 Protects Your Motor and Machinery
A soft starter ramps the voltage applied to an induction motor during start-up, limiting inrush current and the torque step that a direct-on-line start would impose. This protects couplings, belts, gearboxes and pumps from mechanical shock and reduces electrical stress on the supply.
The VLT® MCD 500 adds adaptive control and an integrated bypass so the motor is started and stopped smoothly, then run efficiently at full voltage – making it well suited to pumps, fans, conveyors and compressors across industry.
Typical Applications
- Centrifugal and submersible pumps.
- Fans, blowers and ventilation systems.
- Conveyors and material-handling equipment.
- Compressors and refrigeration plant.
- Mixers, mills and processing machinery.
- General industrial three-phase motor loads.
Technical Specifications
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| Motor Protection | Yes | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 230 V, 400 V, 480 V | |
| Current | 215 A | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| IP Rating | IP00 | |
| Series | VLT® Soft Starter MCD 500 | |
| Part number | 175G5536 | |
| Product type | Soft starter | |
| Rated current | 215 A | |
| AC53b rating | 3-30:570 | |
| Input voltage | 200–525 V AC | |
| Input phases | 3-phase | |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz | |
| Control voltage | 110 VAC and 220 VAC | |
| Bypass | Internal bypass contactor | |
| Protection rating | IP00 | |
| Frame size | G2 | |
| Mounting type | Panel / cabinet mounting | |
| Approximate net weight | 14.9 kg | |
| EAN | 5710107567959 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Danfoss MCD5-0215B-T5-G2 used for?
It provides controlled soft starting and stopping of three-phase AC induction motors, reducing inrush current and mechanical stress in industrial applications.
What is the rated current of this soft starter?
The MCD5-0215B-T5-G2 has a rated operational current of 215 A.
What supply voltage does the MCD 500 require?
It operates from a three-phase 200-525 V AC mains supply, with a 110-220 V AC control supply.
Does the MCD 500 have an internal bypass?
Yes. The MCD 500 includes an integrated bypass that shorts out the thyristors once the motor is at full speed, reducing heat and saving panel space.
Is this soft starter suitable for pump applications?
Yes. Adaptive Acceleration Control makes it well suited to pumps, helping to minimise pressure surges and water hammer during starting and stopping.
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Danfoss VLT® soft starters are relied upon by industrial engineers and OEM machine builders worldwide for smooth, energy-efficient motor control and dependable operation in demanding applications.
