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Danfoss 131L9870 VLT HVAC Drive FC-101 15kW Three Phase 380 - 480 VAC IP20
MPN: 131L9870
Alt. SKU: FC-101P15KT4E20H4XXCXXXSXXXXAXBXCXXXXDX
Special Price
£1,452.38
£1,210.32
Regular Price
£2,017.20
Why Choose the Danfoss FCâ101 HVAC Basic Drive (Partâ¯131L9870)?
The Danfoss FCâ101 (P15K), part number 131L9870, delivers 15â¯kW (ââ¯20â¯HP) threeâphase motor control for HVAC, pump, and compressor systems. Rated for 380â480â¯VAC, it comes as an IP20 chassis-mount unit (Frameâ¯H4) with a builtâin Classâ¯A1 (IECâ¯C2) EMC/RFI filter and coated PCBâeliminating the need for external filtering. This variant ships without a brake chopper or local control panel. A 2âline alphanumeric LCP is available separately if needed.
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | 131L9870 |
|---|---|
| Model Code | FCâ101P15KT4E20H4XXCXXXSXXXXAXBXCXXXXDX |
| Power Rating | 15â¯kW / 20â¯HP |
| Input Voltage | 380â480â¯VAC, 3âphase |
| Output Frequency | 0â400â¯Hz |
| Enclosure | IP20 chassis (Frameâ¯H4) |
| RFI Filter | Classâ¯A1 (IECâ¯C2) |
| Brake Chopper | Not included |
| Local Control Panel (LCP) | Not included (optional accessory) |
| PCB Coating | Coated PCB |
| Net Weight | ââ¯7.9â¯kg |
| Gross Weight | ââ¯8.4â8.5â¯kg |
| Certifications | CE, UL/cUL, RoHS; ULÂ 60335â2â40 (A2L refrigerants) |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much energy can the FCâ101 save?
- What EMC/RFI compliance class does this model have?
- Which motor types are supported?
- Can it integrate with building management systems?
Typical Applications
- OEM HVAC panel builds and retrofit solutions
- Commercial fan and pump control systems
- Industrial refrigeration and air-handling systems
- Chiller and booster water pressure installations
Key Features
- 15â¯kW / 20â¯HP at 380â480â¯VAC threeâphase
- IP20 chassis (Frame H4) for panel mounting
- Builtâin EMC filter (Class A1 / IEC C2) and coated PCB
- Optional LCP availableâdrive ships without control panel
- Supports BACnet MS/TP, Modbus RTU, N2/LonWorks via RSâ485
- Automatic Energy Optimizer for ~3â5â¯% savings
- Fire Mode / Safe Torque Off and Flying Start functionality
- Flow compensation, PI control, and sensorless pump features
Detailed FAQs
The builtâin Automatic Energy Optimizer can reduce energy consumption by approximatelyâ¯3â5â¯% in typical pump and fan applications from startup.
This variant includes a builtâin Class A1 (IEC C2) RFI filter and coated PCB, meaning external filtering is generally not required.
Compatible with both induction and permanentâmagnet (PM) motors, using V/f and sensorless vector control â optimized with Danfoss EC+ technology.
Yes â supports BACnet MS/TP, Modbus RTU, and N2/LonWorks via built-in RSâ485 for seamless BMS connectivity.
Trusted by Industry Professionals
âFor our 20â¯HP HVAC panel designs, we use 131L9870 for its IP20 chassis and Classâ¯A1 filteringâitâs reliable, compact, and passes EMC on the first test.â
â HVAC Controls Engineer
| Manufacturer Part Number | 131L9870 |
|---|---|
| Barcode | 5710107088454 |
| Height | 296mm |
| Width | 135mm |
| Depth | 241mm |
| Brake - Safe-Stop | No brake chopper |
| Coating PCB | Coated PCB |
| Control Panel | No Loc. Cont. Panel |
| Filter | RFI class A1 (C2) |
| Input Phases | Three Phase |
| Degree of protection (IP) | IP20 |
| KW Rating | 15kW |
| Output Phases | Three phase |
| VSD Range | Danfoss VLT HVAC Drive FC-101 |
| Manufacturer | Danfoss |
| Alternative Product SKU | FC-101P15KT4E20H4XXCXXXSXXXXAXBXCXXXXDX |
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