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131N8042 Danfoss VLT Automation Drive FC 300 1.5 KW / 2.0 HP, 380 – 500 VAC, IP20
Danfoss 131N8042 VLT AutomationDrive FC 302 variable frequency drive, 1.5 kW / 2.0 HP, three phase 380–500 V AC, IP20 chassis enclosure with PROFINET MCA 120 communication option and no local control panel.
£807.00
Why Choose the Danfoss 131N8042 Automation Drive?
The Danfoss 131N8042 is a compact and dependable AC variable frequency drive (VFD) designed for precise speed and torque control of three-phase motors in industrial automation and machine control applications. As part of the advanced Danfoss VLT® AutomationDrive FC 302 series, it provides reliable motor control for production machinery, process systems and OEM automation equipment.
The VLT® AutomationDrive FC 302 platform is engineered for flexible automation integration, accurate motor regulation and reliable operation across a wide range of industrial environments. Its advanced control functions help improve process performance, reduce mechanical stress and support efficient operation of motor-driven systems.
With a rated output power of 1.5 kW, a three-phase 380–500 V AC supply and an IP20 / chassis enclosure, the Danfoss 131N8042 is ideal for conveyors, pumps, fans, mixers and automation machinery. This configuration includes PROFINET MCA 120 communication and is supplied without a local control panel.
Key Advantages
- Compact variable frequency drive for industrial automation applications.
- 1.5 kW / 2.0 HP motor power rating for small industrial systems.
- Three-phase 380–500 V AC input for industrial power supplies.
- IP20 / chassis enclosure suitable for protected cabinet installations.
- PROFINET MCA 120 communication option for automation networks.
- RFI Class A1/B (C1) filter for EMC compliance.
- No brake chopper configuration.
- Reliable Danfoss VLT® AutomationDrive technology for precise motor control.
Key Features
- Danfoss VLT® AutomationDrive FC 302 series.
- 1.5 kW rated output power.
- 2.0 HP motor rating.
- Three-phase 380–500 V AC input supply.
- IP20 / chassis protection rating.
- No local control panel supplied.
- RFI Class A1/B (C1) filter.
- No brake chopper configuration.
- Frame size A2.
- PROFINET MCA 120 communication option.
Compact Motor Control for Industrial Automation
Variable frequency drives such as the Danfoss VLT® AutomationDrive FC 302 regulate motor speed by adjusting output frequency and voltage. This supports smooth acceleration, controlled stopping, improved process accuracy and reduced mechanical wear on connected equipment.
The Danfoss 131N8042 is well suited to compact motor applications where reliable control, cabinet-mounted installation and network connectivity are required. Its PROFINET option enables straightforward integration with compatible PLCs and industrial automation networks.
Typical Applications
- Small industrial conveyors and material handling systems.
- Pumps and pressure control systems.
- Fans and ventilation equipment.
- Mixers and light process machinery.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- OEM machine building projects.
- Panel-mounted automation systems.
- Networked industrial control applications.
Technical Specifications
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| Power | 1.5 kW | |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 500 V | |
| Phase | Three Phase | |
| IP Rating | IP20 | |
| EMC Filter | Commercial | |
| Series | VLT® AutomationDrive FC 302 | |
| Alternative model | FC-302P1K5T5E20H1XXXXXXSXXXXALBXCXXXXDX | |
| Product type | AC variable frequency drive | |
| Rated output power | 1.5 kW | |
| Horsepower rating | 2.0 HP | |
| Continuous output current | 4.1 A | |
| Input voltage | 380–500 V AC | |
| Input phases | Three-phase | |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz | |
| Protection rating | IP20 / chassis | |
| Frame size | A2 | |
| RFI filter | Class A1/B (C1) | |
| Brake chopper | No brake chopper | |
| Control panel | No local control panel | |
| Communication option | PROFINET MCA 120 | |
| PCB coating | Not coated PCB | |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 268 × 90 × 205 mm | |
| Gross weight | approx. 5.346 kg | |
| Net weight | approx. 4.5 kg | |
| EAN | 5702427890442 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Danfoss 131N8042 used for?
The Danfoss 131N8042 is used to control the speed and torque of three-phase AC motors in industrial automation, production machinery and process control applications.
What motor power is supported by this drive?
The drive supports motors with a rated output power of approximately 1.5 kW / 2.0 HP.
What supply voltage does the drive require?
The 131N8042 operates from a three-phase 380–500 V AC supply.
What enclosure rating does this drive have?
The drive has an IP20 / chassis enclosure, making it suitable for protected cabinet and panel-mounted installations.
Does the Danfoss 131N8042 include a local control panel?
No, this configuration is supplied with no local control panel.
Trusted by Industrial Automation Professionals Worldwide
Danfoss VLT® AutomationDrive FC 302 drives are widely trusted by automation engineers, OEM machine builders and industrial operators for reliable motor control, flexible integration and dependable performance in demanding applications.
