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131F0979 Danfoss VLT Automation Drive FC 300 0.55 KW / 0.75 HP, 380 – 500 VAC, IP55
Danfoss 131F0979 VLT AutomationDrive FC-302 variable frequency drive, 0.55 kW / 0.75 HP, three-phase 380–500 V AC industrial motor drive with IP55 / Type 12 enclosure and no brake chopper for automation and machine control applications.
£806.25
Why Choose the Danfoss 131F0979 VLT® AutomationDrive FC-302?
The Danfoss 131F0979 is a compact and reliable AC variable frequency drive (VFD) from the advanced Danfoss VLT® AutomationDrive FC-302 series, designed for precise motor speed and torque control in industrial automation, machinery and process applications. Built for dependable performance and flexible integration, it is ideal for OEM equipment, machine builders and production environments requiring efficient variable speed motor control.
This FC-302 drive provides accurate control of three-phase AC motors while helping improve machine performance, reduce energy consumption and minimise mechanical stress on driven equipment. The VLT® AutomationDrive platform is known for its modular design, advanced control functionality and smooth integration into modern industrial automation systems.
With a rated output power of 0.55 kW / 0.75 HP and a three-phase 380–500 V AC supply, the Danfoss 131F0979 is suited to smaller industrial motors used in conveyors, pumps, fans, mixers, packaging equipment and OEM machinery. Its IP55 / Type 12 enclosure provides enhanced protection for wall-mounted or panel-mounted industrial installations.
Key Advantages
- Compact variable frequency drive for industrial automation applications.
- 0.55 kW / 0.75 HP motor power rating for smaller machinery and process equipment.
- Three-phase 380–500 V AC input suitable for industrial power systems.
- IP55 / Type 12 enclosure for improved environmental protection.
- No brake chopper configuration for standard motor control applications.
- Advanced FC-302 motor control functionality.
- Designed for efficient operation and improved process control.
- Reliable Danfoss VLT® performance for continuous industrial use.
Key Features
- Danfoss VLT® AutomationDrive FC-302 series.
- 0.55 kW / 0.75 HP rated output power.
- Three-phase 380–500 V AC input supply.
- IP55 / Type 12 enclosure.
- Backplate configuration.
- No brake chopper configuration.
- Variable speed control for AC motors.
- Advanced automation and process control capabilities.
- Supports asynchronous and permanent magnet motor control.
- Designed for industrial machinery and OEM equipment.
- Energy-saving motor control technology.
- Wall or panel mounting installation.
Efficient Motor Control for Industrial Applications
Variable frequency drives such as the Danfoss FC-302 regulate motor speed by adjusting output voltage and frequency. This allows machinery to operate more efficiently, improves process precision and reduces mechanical stress on motors, gearboxes, pumps, fans and driven equipment.
The VLT® AutomationDrive FC-302 platform is engineered for demanding industrial environments where reliability, efficiency and flexibility are essential. Its advanced control functionality helps optimise machine performance while reducing energy consumption and operating costs.
Typical Applications
- Small industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Pumps and water treatment equipment.
- Fans and ventilation systems.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Mixers and process equipment.
- OEM machine-building applications.
- Manufacturing and automation systems.
- General-purpose industrial motor control.
Technical Specifications
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| Power | 0.55 kW | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 500 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| IP Rating | IP55 | |
| Series | VLT® AutomationDrive FC-302 | |
| SKU | 131F0979 | |
| Product type | AC variable frequency drive | |
| Rated output power | 0.55 kW / 0.75 HP | |
| Input voltage | 380–500 V AC | |
| Input phases | 3-phase | |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz | |
| Protection rating | IP55 / Type 12 | |
| Drive series | FC-302 AutomationDrive | |
| Brake chopper | No brake chopper | |
| Mounting type | Wall / panel mounting | |
| Application type | Industrial automation and machine control |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Danfoss 131F0979 used for?
The Danfoss 131F0979 is used to control the speed and torque of AC motors in industrial automation, machinery and process control applications.
What motor power is supported by this drive?
The drive is rated for motors with an output power of approximately 0.55 kW / 0.75 HP.
What supply voltage does the drive require?
The 131F0979 operates from a three-phase 380–500 V AC supply.
What enclosure rating does the drive have?
The Danfoss 131F0979 features an IP55 / Type 12 enclosure suitable for demanding industrial environments.
Does this drive include a brake chopper?
No, this model is supplied in a no brake chopper configuration.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals Worldwide
Danfoss VLT® AutomationDrive FC-302 drives are widely used by machine builders, automation engineers and maintenance professionals to deliver reliable motor control, energy efficiency and long-term operational performance.
