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VLB30015A480 - 3PH AC DRIVE 1.5KW 400V WITH FILTER

MPN: VLB30015A480

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Why Choose the Lovato VLB30015A480 VLB3 1.5 kW Variable Frequency Drive?

The Lovato VLB30015A480 VLB3 Series drive delivers a powerful 1.5 kW (2 HP) constant torque output from a 400–480 VAC three-phase supply. Equipped with a built-in EMC suppressor (Category C2), it ensures compliance with IEC/EN 61800‑3 standards and supports installation without side-by-side ventilation. Featuring a built-in braking chopper and RS‑485 Modbus‑RTU communication port, it offers precise motor control and easy integration into automation networks. This compact “book-style” drive is ideal for controlling pumps, fans, conveyors, packaging machinery, and HVAC systems—blending reliability, flexibility, and efficient operation across diverse applications.

Technical Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Lovato Electric
  • Model / Part Number: VLB30015A480 (VLB3 Series)
  • Rated Supply Voltage: 400–480 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz
  • Output Power / Current: 1.5 kW (2 HP), ~3.9 A constant torque
  • EMC Filter: Built-in Category C2 per IEC/EN 61800‑3
  • Communication: RS‑485 Modbus‑RTU; optional CANopen, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, EtherCAT, IO‑Link modules supported
  • Housing: Compact “book-style”, IP20, side-by-side mounting allowed
  • Brake Chopper: Integrated for dynamic deceleration control
  • Switching Frequency: 2–16 kHz; supports long cable lengths (Cat. C2 up to 20 m)
  • Certifications: cULus, CSA, EAC, RCM; compliant with EN 61800‑5‑1, UL 61800‑5‑1, CSA 22.2 No. 274
  • Operating Temperature: –10 °C to +55 °C
  • Weight: ~1.38 kg (≈1,380 g)

Applications

  • Motor control in HVAC fan and pump systems
  • Packaging conveyors, light manufacturing automation
  • Industrial OEM applications needing compact drives
  • Multi-drive installations where compact size is key

Frequently Asked Questions

Trusted by Automation Professionals Worldwide

“The Lovato VLB30015A480 offers a great balance of functionality, modularity, and compliance. We use it across multiple pump systems with reliable performance and precise control.”
— Automation Engineer, European Systems Integrator

It includes RS‑485 Modbus‑RTU communication built-in, with optional plug-in modules for higher-level protocols. The EMC suppressor is Category C2, reducing EMI and allowing installation without ventilation gaps in compact setups.

The VLB30015A480 is certified to cULus, CSA, EAC, and RCM, and conforms to EN 61800‑5‑1, UL 61800‑5‑1, and CSA 22.2 No. 274 for industrial safety and performance compliance.

Supports multiple strategies including V/f linear, quadratic torque, sensorless vector control, ECO mode, servo control with encoder feedback, PID control, S-curve acceleration, and multi-point frequency sequencing.

Maximum motor cable lengths vary: Category C2 allows up to 20 m at 4 kHz switching frequency and 40 °C ambient. Category C1 limits to around 3 m, while unshielded (no EMC) installations can extend up to 100–150 m depending on conditions.

Yes, the VLB30015A480 features an integrated braking chopper for controlled deceleration and energy dissipation during motor stops.

More Information
Manufacturer Part Number VLB30015A480
Manufacturer Lovato
Barcode 8013975221709
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