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131B1156 Danfoss VLT Automation Drive FC 300 18.5 KW / 25 HP, 380 – 500 VAC, IP21
Danfoss 131B1156 VLT AutomationDrive FC 302 frequency converter, a 18.5 kW three phase AC variable speed drive designed for industrial motor control and automation systems.
£3,192.75
Why Choose the Danfoss 131B1156 VLT AutomationDrive FC 302?
The Danfoss 131B1156 is a compact and highly reliable frequency converter built on the advanced VLT® AutomationDrive FC 302 platform. It is designed for precise speed and torque control of three-phase motors in industrial machinery, automation systems and process equipment.
This drive provides dependable motor control performance while helping improve machine efficiency and operational consistency. With its modular configuration and cabinet-friendly design, the 131B1156 is well suited to control panels and industrial installations where flexibility and reliability are essential.
With a rated output power of 18.5 kW / 25 HP and a three-phase 380-500 V AC supply, the 131B1156 is ideal for pumps, fans, conveyors, mixers and other industrial motor applications. The drive’s IP21 / Type 1 enclosure allows installation in protected industrial environments.
Key Advantages
- Compact variable speed drive designed for industrial automation applications.
- 18.5 kW / 25 HP motor power rating suitable for heavier duty equipment.
- Three-phase 380-500 V AC input for common industrial supply systems.
- No brake chopper for a streamlined configuration.
- Graphical local control panel supports easier setup and commissioning.
- IP21 / Type 1 enclosure supports protected installation environments.
Key Features
- Danfoss VLT AutomationDrive FC 302 series.
- 18.5 kW rated output power.
- Three-phase 380-500 V AC input supply.
- IP21 / Type 1 enclosure for cabinet mounting.
- Frame size B2.
- No brake chopper.
- Graphical local control panel.
- Not coated PCB.
- No mains option.
- Latest release standard software.
- H1 RFI filter.
- Standard cable entries.
Reliable Motor Control for Industrial Machinery
Variable frequency drives such as the Danfoss VLT AutomationDrive regulate motor speed by adjusting output voltage and frequency. This helps machinery operate with greater precision, smoother starts and stops, and improved process efficiency.
The FC 302 platform is designed for demanding industrial environments where flexible configuration, dependable performance and integration with automation networks are important. Its cabinet-ready format and graphical local control panel make it a practical choice for modern control systems.
Typical Applications
- Industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Pumps, fans and ventilation equipment.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Mixers and process equipment.
- OEM automation systems and machine building.
- General industrial motor control installations.
Technical Specifications
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| Power | 18.5 kW | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 500 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| IP Rating | IP21 | |
| EMC Filter | Commercial | |
| Series | VLT AutomationDrive FC 302 | |
| Product type | Frequency converter / variable speed drive | |
| Model code | FC-302P18KT5E21H1XGXXXXSXXXXAXBXCXXXXDX | |
| Rated output power | 18.5 kW / 25 HP | |
| Input voltage | 380-500 V AC | |
| Input phases | 3-phase | |
| Protection rating | IP21 / Type 1 | |
| Frame size | B2 | |
| RFI filter | H1 RFI Class A1/B (C1) | |
| Brake function | No brake chopper | |
| LCP | Graphical local control panel | |
| PCB coating | Not coated PCB | |
| Mains option | No mains option | |
| Software release | Latest release standard software | |
| Height | 664 mm | |
| Width | 243 mm | |
| Depth | 261 mm | |
| Depth with option A/B | 261 mm | |
| Net weight | 28.59 kg | |
| Gross weight | 32.15 kg | |
| Volume | 105.71 L | |
| EAN | 5702427209282 | |
| Continuous current (NO) | 44 A | |
| Intermittent current (NO) | 48.4 A | |
| Continuous current (HO) | 37.5 A | |
| Intermittent current (HO) | 60 A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Danfoss 131B1156 used for?
This drive controls the speed and torque of three-phase AC motors used in industrial automation and machinery applications.
What motor power is supported by this drive?
The drive supports motors with a rated output power of approximately 18.5 kW / 25 HP.
What supply voltage does the drive require?
The 131B1156 operates from a three-phase 380-500 V AC supply.
What safety and control features are included?
The drive includes a graphical local control panel and does not include a brake chopper.
Where is this drive typically installed?
The drive is typically installed in protected industrial enclosures or control panels as part of industrial automation systems.
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Danfoss VLT AutomationDrive FC 302 drives are widely used to deliver reliable motor control, efficient operation and seamless integration into modern industrial equipment.
