The design guide provides technical information to
understand the capabilities of the drive for integration into
motor control and monitoring systems.
VLT® is a registered trademark.
1.2 Additional Resources
Other resources are available to understand advanced
drive operation, programming, and directives compliance.
The operating guide provides detailed information
•
for the installation and start-up of the drive.
The programming guide provides greater detail on
•
how to work with parameters and includes many
application examples.
®
The VLT
•
describes how to use Danfoss drives in functional
safety applications. This manual is supplied with
the drive when the Safe Torque O option is
present.
The VLT® Brake Resistor MCE 101 Design Guide
•
describes how to select the optimal brake resistor.
Safe Torque O Operating Guide
Document and Software Version
1.3
This manual is regularly reviewed and updated. All
suggestions for improvement are welcome. Table 1.1 shows
the document version and the corresponding software
version.
EditionRemarksSoftware
version
MG34S3xxRemoved D1h–D8h content and
implemented new structure.
Table 1.1 Document and Software Version
8.03
1.4 Conventions
Numbered lists indicate procedures.
•
Bullet lists indicate other information and
•
description of illustrations.
Italicized text indicates:
•
-Cross-reference.
-Link.
-Footnote.
-Parameter name, parameter group
name, parameter option.
All dimensions in drawings are in mm (in).
•
An asterisk (*) indicates a default setting of a
•
parameter.
11
The VLT® Advanced Harmonic Filters AHF 005/AHF
•
010 Design Guide describes harmonics, various
mitigation methods, and the operating principle
of the advanced harmonics lter. This guide also
describes how to select the correct advanced
harmonics lter for a particular application.
The Output Filters Design Guide explains why it is
•
necessary to use output lters for certain
applications, and how to select the optimal dU/dt
or sine-wave lter.
Optional equipment is available that can change
•
some of the information described in these
publications. For specic requirements, see the
instructions supplied with the options.
Supplementary publications and manuals are available
from Danfoss. See drives.danfoss.com/downloads/portal/#/
for listings.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could
result in minor or moderate injury. It can also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.
NOTICE
Indicates important information, including situations that
can result in damage to equipment or property.
2.2 Qualied Personnel
Only qualied personnel are allowed to install or operate
this equipment.
WARNING
DISCHARGE TIME
The drive contains DC-link capacitors, which can remain
charged even when the drive is not powered. High
voltage can be present even when the warning LED
indicator lights are o. Failure to wait 40 minutes after
power has been removed before performing service or
repair work can result in death or serious injury.
1.Stop the motor.
2.Disconnect AC mains and remote DC-link
supplies, including battery back-ups, UPS, and
DC-link connections to other drives.
3.Disconnect or lock motor.
4.Wait 40 minutes for the capacitors to discharge
fully.
5.Before performing any service or repair work,
use an appropriate voltage measuring device to
make sure that the capacitors are fully
discharged.
Qualied personnel are dened as trained sta, who are
authorized to install, commission, and maintain equipment,
systems, and circuits in accordance with pertinent laws and
regulations. Also, the personnel must be familiar with the
instructions and safety measures described in this manual.
Safety Precautions
2.3
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
Drives contain high voltage when connected to AC mains
input, DC supply, load sharing, or permanent motors.
Failure to use qualied personnel to install, start up, and
maintain the drive can result in death or serious injury.
Only qualied personnel must install, start up,
•
and maintain the drive.
WARNING
LEAKAGE CURRENT HAZARD
Leakage currents exceed 3.5 mA. Failure to ground the
drive properly can result in death or serious injury.
Ensure the correct grounding of the equipment
•
by a certied electrical installer.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
Brake resistors get hot during and after braking. Failure
to place the brake resistor in a secure area can result in
property damage and/or serious injury.
Ensure that the brake resistor is placed in a
•
secure environment to avoid re risk.
Do not touch the brake resistor during or after
•
braking to avoid serious burns.
NOTICE
MAINS SHIELD SAFETY OPTION
A mains shield option is available for enclosures with a
protection rating of IP21/IP54 (Type 1/Type 12). The
mains shield is a cover installed inside the enclosure to
protect against the accidental touch of the power
terminals, according to BGV A2, VBG 4.
2.3.1 ADN-compliant Installation
To prevent spark formation in accordance with the
European Agreement concerning International Carriage of
Dangerous Goods by Inland Waterways (ADN), take
precautions for drives with protection rating of IP00
(Chassis), IP20 (Chassis), IP21 (Type 1), or IP54 (Type 12).
This section provides a brief description of the various
approvals and certications that are found on Danfoss
33
drives. Not all approvals are found on all drives.
3.1 Regulatory/Compliance Approvals
NOTICE
IMPOSED LIMITATIONS ON THE OUTPUT
FREQUENCY
From software version 6.72 onwards, the output
frequency of the drive is limited to 590 Hz due to export
control regulations. Software versions 6.xx also limit the
maximum output frequency to 590 Hz, but these
versions cannot be ashed, that is, neither downgraded
nor upgraded.
3.1.1.1 CE Mark
The CE mark (Communauté Européenne) indicates that the
product manufacturer conforms to all applicable EU
directives. The EU directives applicable to the design and
manufacture of drives are listed in Table 3.1.
NOTICE
The CE mark does not regulate the quality of the
product. Technical specications cannot be deduced from
the CE mark.
EU DirectiveVersion
Low Voltage Directive2014/35/EU
EMC Directive2014/30/EU
1) Machinery Directive conformance is only required for drives with
an integrated safety function.
1)
2014/32/EU
The aim of the directive is to ensure personal safety and
avoid property damage when operating electrical
equipment that is installed, maintained, and used as
intended.
EMC Directive
The purpose of the EMC (electromagnetic compatibility)
Directive is to reduce electromagnetic interference and
enhance immunity of electrical equipment and installations. The basic protection requirement of the EMC
Directive is that devices that generate electromagnetic
interference (EMI), or whose operation can be aected by
EMI, must be designed to limit the generation of electromagnetic interference. The devices must have a suitable
degree of immunity to EMI when properly installed,
maintained, and used as intended.
Electrical equipment devices used alone or as part of a
system must bear the CE mark. Systems do not require the
CE mark, but must comply with the basic protection
requirements of the EMC Directive.
Machinery Directive
The aim of the Machinery Directive is to ensure personal
safety and avoid property damage to mechanical
equipment used in its intended application. The Machinery
Directive applies to a machine consisting of an aggregate
of interconnected components or devices of which at least
1 is capable of mechanical movement.
Drives with an integrated safety function must comply with
the Machinery Directive. Drives without a safety function
do not fall under the Machinery Directive. If a drive is
integrated into a machinery system, Danfoss can provide
information on safety aspects relating to the drive.
When drives are used in machines with at least 1 moving
part, the machine manufacturer must provide a declaration
stating compliance with all relevant statutes and safety
measures.
3.1.1.2 ErP Directive
NOTICE
Drives with an integrated safety function, such as Safe
Torque O (STO), must comply with the Machinery
Directive.
Declarations of conformity are available on request.
Low Voltage Directive
Drives must be CE-labeled in accordance with the Low
Voltage Directive of January 1, 2014. The Low Voltage
Directive applies to all electrical equipment in the 50–
1000 V AC and the 75–1500 V DC voltage ranges.
The ErP Directive is the European Ecodesign Directive for
energy-related products, including drives. The aim of the
directive is to increase energy eciency and the level of
protection of the environment, while increasing the
security of the energy supply. Environmental impact of
energy-related products includes energy consumption
throughout the entire product life cycle.
Approvals and Certication...Design Guide
3.1.1.3 UL Listing
The Underwriters Laboratory (UL) mark certies the safety
of products and their environmental claims based on
standardized testing. Drives of voltage T7 (525–690 V) are
UL-certied for only 525–600 V.
3.1.1.4 CSA/cUL
The CSA/cUL approval is for AC drives of voltage rated at
600 V or lower. The standard ensures that, when the drive
is installed according to the provided operating/installation
guide, the equipment meets the UL standards for electrical
and thermal safety. This mark certies that the product
performs to all required engineering specications and
testing. A certicate of compliance is provided on request.
3.1.1.5 EAC
The EurAsian Conformity (EAC) mark indicates that the
product conforms to all requirements and technical
regulations applicable to the product per the EurAsian
Customs Union, which is composed of the member states
of the EurAsian Economic Union.
The EAC logo must be both on the product label and on
the packaging label. All products used within the EAC area,
must be bought at Danfoss inside the EAC area.
3.1.1.9 Marine
In order for ships and oil/gas platforms to receive a
regulatory license and insurance, 1 or more marine certi-
cation societies must certify these applications. Up to 12
dierent marine classication societies have certied
Danfoss drive series.
To view or print marine approvals and certicates, go to
the download area at drives.danfoss.com/industries/marine-and-oshore/marine-type-approvals/#/.
3.1.2 Export Control Regulations
Drives can be subject to regional and/or national export
control regulations.
An ECCN number is used to classify all drives that are
subject to export control regulations. The ECCN number is
provided in the documents accompanying the drive.
In case of re-export, it is the responsibility of the exporter
to ensure compliance with the relevant export control
regulations.
33
3.1.1.6 UKrSEPRO
UKrSEPRO certicate ensures quality and safety of both
products and services, in addition to manufacturing
stability according to Ukrainian regulatory standards. The
UkrSepro certicate is a required document to clear
customs for any products coming into and out of the
territory of Ukraine.
3.1.1.7 TÜV
TÜV SÜD is a European safety organization which certies
the functional safety of the drive in accordance to EN/IEC
61800-5-2. The TÜV SÜD both tests products and monitors
their production to ensure that companies stay compliant
with their regulations.
3.1.1.8 RCM
The Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) indicates
compliance with telecommunications and EMC/radiocommunications equipment per the Australian
Communications and Media Authorities EMC labeling
notice. RCM is now a single compliance mark covering
both the A-Tick and the C-Tick compliance marks. RCM
compliance is required for placing electrical and electronic
devices on the market in Australia and New Zealand.
The VLT® drive series are available in various enclosure protection to accommodate the needs of the application. Enclosure
protection ratings are provided based on 2 international standards:
UL type validates that the enclosures meet NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association) standards. The
•
construction and testing requirements for enclosures are provided in NEMA Standards Publication 250-2003 and UL
33
Standard Danfoss VLT® drive series are available in various enclosure protections to meet the requirements of IP00 (Chassis),
IP20 (Protected chassis) or IP21 (UL Type 1), or IP54 (UL Type 12). In this manual, UL Type is written as Type. For example,
IP21/Type 1.
UL type standard
Type 1 – Enclosures constructed for indoor use to provide a degree of protection to personnel against incidental contact
with the enclosed units and to provide a degree of protection against falling dirt.
Type 12 – General-purpose enclosures are intended for use indoors to protect the enclosed units against the following:
50, Eleventh Edition.
IP (Ingress Protection) ratings outlined by IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) in the rest of the world.
•
Fibers
•
Lint
•
Dust and dirt
•
Light splashing
•
Seepage
•
Dripping and external condensation of noncorrosive liquids
•
There can be no holes through the enclosure and no conduit knockouts or conduit openings, except when used with oilresistant gaskets to mount oil-tight or dust-tight mechanisms. Doors are also provided with oil-resistant gaskets. In addition,
enclosures for combination controllers have hinged doors, which swing horizontally and require a tool to open.
IP standard
Table 3.2 provides a cross-reference between the 2 standards. Table 3.3 demonstrates how to read the IP number and then
denes the levels of protection. The drives meet the requirements of both.
NEMA and ULIP
ChassisIP00
Protected chassisIP20
Type 1IP21
Type 12IP54
0–No protection.
1–Protected to 50 mm (2.0 in). No hands would be able to get into the enclosure.
2–Protected to 12.5 mm (0.5 in). No ngers would be able to get into the enclosure.
3–Protected to 2.5 mm (0.1 in). No tools would be able to get into the enclosure.
4–Protected to 1.0 mm (0.04 in). No wires would be able to get into the enclosure.
5–Protected against dust – limited entry.
6–Protected totally against dust.
–0No protection.
–1Protected from vertical dripping water.
–2
–3
–4Protected from splashing water.
–5Protected from water jets.
–6Protected from strong water jets.
–7Protected from temporary immersion.
–8Protected from permanent immersion.
Table 3.3 IP Number Breakdown
Level of protection
Protected from dripping water at 15° angle.
Protected from water at 60° angle.
The Danfoss VLT
Each VLT® drive is congurable, compatible, and eciency-optimized for all standard motor types, which avoids the
restrictions of motor-drive package deals. These drives come in 2 front-end congurations: 6-pulse and 12-pulse.
drives described in this manual are available as free-standing, wall-mounted, or cabinet-mounted units.
44
Benets of VLT® 6-pulse drives
Available in various enclosure sizes and protection ratings.
•
98% eciency reduces operating costs.
•
Unique back-channel cooling design reduces the need for more cooling equipment, resulting in lower installation
•
and recurring costs.
Lower power consumption for control room cooling equipment.
•
Reduced ownership costs.
•
Consistent user interface across the entire range of Danfoss drives.
•
Application-oriented start-up wizards.
•
Multi-language user interface.
•
Benets of VLT® 12-pulse drives
The VLT® 12-pulse is a high eciency AC drive that provides harmonic reduction without adding capacitive or inductive
components, which often require network analysis to avoid potential system resonance problems. The 12-pulse is built with
the same modular design as the popular 6-pulse VLT® drive. For more harmonic reduction methods, see the VLT® Advanced
Harmonic Filter AHF 005/AHF 010 Design Guide.
The 12-pulse drives provide the same benets as the 6-pulse drives in addition to being:
Robust and highly stable in all network and operating conditions.
•
Ideal for applications where stepping down from medium voltage is required or where isolation from the grid is
Output at 400 V (kW)315–400315–400
Output at 460 V (hp)450–550450–550
Front-end conguration
6-pulseSS
12-pulse––
Protection rating
IPIP21/54IP00
UL typeType 1/12Chassis
Hardware options
Stainless steel back channel–O
Mains shieldingO–
Space heater and thermostat––
Cabinet light with power outlet––
RFI lter (Class A1)OO
NAMUR terminals––
Insulation resistance monitor (IRM)––
Residual current monitor (RCM)––
Brake chopper (IGBTs)OO
Safe Torque OSS
Regen terminalsOO
Common motor terminals––
Emergency stop with Pilz safety relay––
Safe Torque O with Pilz safety relay––
No LCP––
Graphical LCPSS
Numerical LCPOO
FusesOO
Load share terminalsOO
Fuses + load share terminalsOO
DisconnectOO
Circuit breakers––
Contactors––
Manual motor starters––
30 A, fuse-protected terminals––
24 V DC supply (SMPS, 5 A)OO
External temperature monitoring––
Dimensions
Height, mm (in)2000 (78.8)1547 (60.9)
Width, mm (in)600 (23.6)585 (23.0)
Depth, mm (in)494 (19.4)498 (19.5)
Weight, kg (lb)270–313 (595–690)234–277 (516–611)
1)
3)
44
Table 4.3 E1–E2 Drives, 380–500 V
1) All power ratings are taken at high overload. Output is measured at 400 V (kW) and 460 V (hp).
2) If the enclosure is congured with load share or regen terminals, the protection rating is IP00, otherwise the protection rating is IP20.
3) S = standard, O = optional, and a dash indicates that the option is unavailable.
Output at 690 V (kW)355–560355–560
Output at 575 V (hp)400–600400–600
Front-end conguration
6-pulseSS
44
12-pulse––
Protection rating
IPIP21/54IP00
UL typeType 1/12Chassis
Hardware options
Stainless steel back channel–O
Mains shieldingO–
Space heater and thermostat––
Cabinet light with power outlet––
RFI lter (Class A1)OO
NAMUR terminals––
Insulation resistance monitor (IRM)––
Residual current monitor (RCM)––
Brake chopper (IGBTs)OO
Safe Torque OSS
Regen terminalsOO
Common motor terminals––
Emergency stop with Pilz safety relay––
Safe Torque O with Pilz safety relay––
No LCP––
Graphical LCPSS
Numerical LCPOO
FusesOO
Load share terminalsOO
Fuses + load share terminalsOO
DisconnectOO
Circuit breakers––
Contactors––
Manual motor starters––
30 A, fuse-protected terminals––
24 V DC supply (SMPS, 5 A)OO
External temperature monitoring––
Dimensions
Height, mm (in)2000 (78.8)1547 (60.9)
Width, mm (in)600 (23.6)585 (23.0)
Depth, mm (in)494 (19.4)498 (19.5)
Weight, kg (lb)263–313 (580–690)221–277 (487–611)
1)
3)
Table 4.6 E1–E2 Drives, 525–690 V
1) All power ratings are taken at high overload. Output is measured at 690 V (kW) and 575 V (hp).
2) If the enclosure is congured with load share or regen terminals, the protection rating is IP00, otherwise the protection rating is IP20.
3) S = standard, O = optional, and a dash indicates that the option is unavailable.
USB in doorO–OOOOOOOOOO
LCP, numericalOOOOOOOOOOOO
LCP, graphical
LCP cable, 3 m (9 ft)OOOOOOOOOOOO
Mounting kit for numerical LCP
(LCP, fasteners, gasket, and cable)
Mounting kit for graphical LCP
(LCP, fasteners, gasket, and cable)
Mounting kit for all LCPs
(fasteners, gasket, and cable)
Top entry for motor cables––OOOOOOOOOO
Top entry for mains cables––OOOOOOOOOO
Top entry for mains cables with disconnect––––OO––––––
Top entry for eldbus cables–O––––––––––
Common motor terminals––OOOO––––––
NEMA 3R enclosure–O––––––––––
PedestalOO––––––––––
Input options plateOO––––––––––
IP20 conversion–O––––––––––
Out top (only) cooling–O––––––––––
Back-channel cooling (in-back/out-back)OOOOOOOOOOOO
Back-channel cooling (in-bottom/out-top)–O––––––––––
1)
2)
E1E2F1F2F3F4F8F9F10F11F12F13
OOOOOOOOOOOO
OOOOOOOOOOOO
OOOOOOOOOOOO
OOOOOOOOOOOO
44
Table 4.9 Available Kits for Enclosures E1–E2, F1–F4, and F8–F13
1) S = standard, O = optional, and a dash indicates that the kit is unavailable for that enclosure. For kit descriptions and part numbers, see
chapter 13.2 Ordering Numbers for Options/Kits.
2) The graphical LCP comes standard with enclosures E1–E2, F1–F4, and F8–F13. If more than 1 graphical LCP is required, the kit is available for
Automated operational features are active when the drive
is operating. Most of them require no programming or setup. The drive has a range of built-in protection functions
to protect itself and the motor when it runs.
For details of any set-up required, in particular motor
55
parameters, refer to the programming guide.
5.1.1 Short-circuit Protection
Motor (phase-to-phase)
The drive is protected against short circuits on the motor
side by current measurement in each of the 3 motor
phases. A short circuit between 2 output phases causes an
overcurrent in the inverter. The inverter is turned o when
the short circuit current exceeds the allowed value (Alarm16, Trip Lock).
Mains side
A drive that works correctly limits the current it can draw
from the supply. Still, it is recommended to use fuses
and/or circuit breakers on the supply side as protection if
there is component break-down inside the drive (1st fault).
Mains side fuses are mandatory for UL compliance.
NOTICE
To ensure compliance with IEC 60364 for CE or NEC 2009
for UL, it is mandatory to use fuses and/or circuit
breakers.
Brake resistor
The drive is protected from a short circuit in the brake
resistor.
Load sharing
To protect the DC bus against short circuits and the drives
from overload, install DC fuses in series with the load
sharing terminals of all connected units.
5.1.2 Overvoltage Protection
•
higher DC-link voltage.
Back EMF from PM motor operation. If coasted at
•
high RPM, the PM motor back EMF can
potentially exceed the maximum voltage
tolerance of the drive and cause damage. To help
prevent this situation, the value of
parameter 4-19 Max Output Frequency is automatically limited based on an internal calculation
based on the value of parameter 1-40 Back EMF at1000 RPM, parameter 1-25 Motor Nominal Speed,
and parameter 1-39 Motor Poles.
NOTICE
To avoid motor overspeeds (for example, due to
excessive windmilling eects), equip the drive with a
brake resistor.
The overvoltage can be handled either using a brake
function (parameter 2-10 Brake Function) and/or using
overvoltage control (parameter 2-17 Over-voltage Control).
Brake functions
Connect a brake resistor for dissipation of surplus brake
energy. Connecting a brake resistor allows a higher DC-link
voltage during braking.
AC brake is an alternative to improving braking without
using a brake resistor. This function controls an overmagnetization of the motor when the motor is acting as a
generator. Increasing the electrical losses in the motor
allows the OVC function to increase the braking torque
without exceeding the overvoltage limit.
NOTICE
AC brake is not as eective as dynamic braking with a
resistor.
Overvoltage control (OVC)
By automatically extending the ramp-down time, OVC
reduces the risk of the drive tripping due to an
overvoltage on the DC-link.
Motor-generated overvoltage
The voltage in the DC link is increased when the motor
acts as a generator. This situation occurs in following cases:
The load rotates the motor at constant output
•
frequency from the drive, that is, the load
generates energy.
During deceleration (ramp-down) if the inertia
•
moment is high, the friction is low, and the rampdown time is too short for the energy to be
dissipated as a loss throughout the drive system.
OVC can be activated for a PM motor with all control
core, PM VVC+, Flux OL, and Flux CL for PM Motors.
NOTICE
Do not enable OVC in hoisting applications.
Product FeaturesDesign Guide
5.1.3 Missing Motor Phase Detection
The missing motor phase function (parameter 4-58 MissingMotor Phase Function) is enabled by default to avoid motor
damage if a motor phase is missing. The default setting is
1000 ms, but it can be adjusted for faster detection.
5.1.4 Supply Voltage Imbalance Detection
Operation under severe supply voltage imbalance reduces
the lifetime of the motor and drive. If the motor is
operated continuously near nominal load, conditions are
considered severe. The default setting trips the drive if
there is supply voltage imbalance
(parameter 14-12 Function at Mains Imbalance).
5.1.5 Switching on the Output
Adding a switch to the output between the motor and the
drive is allowed, however fault messages can appear.
Danfoss does not recommend using this feature for 525–
690 V drives connected to an IT mains network.
5.1.6 Overload Protection
Torque limit
The torque limit feature protects the motor against
overload, independent of the speed. Torque limit is
controlled in parameter 4-16 Torque Limit Motor Mode andparameter 4-17 Torque Limit Generator Mode. The time
before the torque limit warning trips is controlled in
parameter 14-25 Trip Delay at Torque Limit.
Current limit
The current limit is controlled in parameter 4-18 Current
Limit, and the time before the drive trips is controlled in
parameter 14-24 Trip Delay at Current Limit.
Speed limit
Minimum speed limit: Parameter 4-11 Motor Speed Low
Limit [RPM] or parameter 4-12 Motor Speed Low Limit [Hz]
limit the minimum operating speed range of the drive.
Maximum speed limit: Parameter 4-13 Motor Speed HighLimit [RPM] or parameter 4-19 Max Output Frequency limit
the maximum output speed the drive can provide.
Electronic thermal relay (ETR)
ETR is an electronic feature that simulates a bimetal relay
based on internal measurements. The characteristic is
shown in Illustration 5.1.
Voltage limit
The inverter turns o to protect the transistors and the DC
link capacitors when a certain hard-coded voltage level is
reached.
Overtemperature
The drive has built-in temperature sensors and reacts
immediately to critical values via hard-coded limits.
5.1.7 Locked Rotor Protection
There can be situations when the rotor is locked due to
excessive load or other factors. The locked rotor cannot
produce enough cooling, which in turn can overheat the
motor winding. The drive is able to detect the locked rotor
situation with open-loop PM ux control and PM VVC
control (parameter 30-22 Locked Rotor Protection).
+
5.1.8 Automatic Derating
The drive constantly checks for the following critical levels:
High temperature on the control card or heat
•
sink.
High motor load.
•
High DC-link voltage.
•
Low motor speed.
•
As a response to a critical level, the drive adjusts the
switching frequency. For high internal temperatures and
low motor speed, the drives can also force the PWM
pattern to SFAVM.
NOTICE
The automatic derating is dierent when
parameter 14-55 Output Filter is set to [2] Sine-Wave Filter
Fixed.
5.1.9 Automatic Energy Optimization
Automatic energy optimization (AEO) directs the drive to
monitor the load on the motor continuously and adjust
the output voltage to maximize eciency. Under light
load, the voltage is reduced and the motor current is
minimized. The motor benets from:
Increased eciency.
•
Reduced heating.
•
Quieter operation.
•
There is no need to select a V/Hz curve because the drive
automatically adjusts motor voltage.
5.1.10 Automatic Switching Frequency
Modulation
The drive generates short electrical pulses to form an AC
wave pattern. The switching frequency is the rate of these
pulses. A low switching frequency (slow pulsing rate)
causes audible noise in the motor, making a higher
switching frequency preferable. A high switching
frequency, however, generates heat in the drive that can
limit the amount of current available to the motor.
Automatic switching frequency modulation regulates these
conditions automatically to provide the highest switching
frequency without overheating the drive. By providing a
regulated high switching frequency, it quiets motor
operating noise at slow speeds, when audible noise control
is critical, and produces full output power to the motor
when required.
5.1.11 Automatic Derating for High
radiation from an external source. The drive is designed to
comply with the EMC product standard for drives IEC
61800-3 and the European standard EN 55011. Motor
cables must be shielded and properly terminated to
comply with the emission levels in EN 55011. For more
information regarding EMC performance, see
chapter 10.15.1 EMC Test Results.
Switching Frequency
5.1.16 Galvanic Isolation of Control
The drive is designed for continuous, full-load operation at
switching frequencies between 1.5–2 kHz for 380–500 V,
55
and 1–1.5 kHz for 525–690 V. The frequency range
depends on power size and voltage rating. A switching
frequency exceeding the maximum allowed range
generates increased heat in the drive and requires the
output current to be derated.
An automatic feature of the drive is load-dependent
switching frequency control. This feature allows the motor
to benet from as high a switching frequency as the load
allows.
All control terminals and output relay terminals are galvanically isolated from mains power, which completely
protects the controller circuitry from the input current. The
output relay terminals require their own grounding. This
isolation meets the stringent protective extra-low voltage
(PELV) requirements for isolation.
The components that make up the galvanic isolation
are:
5.1.12 Power Fluctuation Performance
The drive withstands mains uctuations such as:
Transients.
•
Momentary drop-outs.
•
Short voltage drops.
•
Surges.
•
The drive automatically compensates for input voltages
±10% from the nominal to provide full rated motor voltage
and torque. With auto restart selected, the drive automatically powers up after a voltage trip. With ying start, the
drive synchronizes to motor rotation before start.
5.1.13 Resonance Damping
Resonance damping eliminates the high-frequency motor
resonance noise. Automatic or manually selected frequency
damping is available.
5.2
Custom application functions are the most common
features programmed in the drive for enhanced system
performance. They require minimum programming or setup. See the programming guide for instructions on
activating these functions.
5.2.1 Automatic Motor Adaptation
Automatic motor adaptation (AMA) is an automated test
procedure used to measure the electrical characteristics of
the motor. AMA provides an accurate electronic model of
the motor, allowing the drive to calculate optimal
performance and eciency. Running the AMA procedure
also maximizes the automatic energy optimization feature
of the drive. AMA is performed without the motor rotating
and without uncoupling the load from the motor.
Terminals
Supply, including signal isolation.
•
Gatedrive for the IGBTs, trigger transformers, and
•
optocouplers.
The output current Hall
•
eect transducers.
Custom Application Features
5.1.14 Temperature-controlled Fans
5.2.2 Built-in PID Controller
Sensors in the drive regulate the operation of the internal
cooling fans. Often, the cooling fans do not run during low
load operation, or when in sleep mode or standby. These
sensors reduce noise, increase eciency, and extend the
operating life of the fan.
The built-in proportional, integral, derivative (PID)
controller eliminates the need for auxiliary control devices.
The PID controller maintains constant control of closedloop systems where regulated pressure, ow, temperature,
or other system requirements must be maintained.
5.1.15 EMC Compliance
dierent
Electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency
interference (RFI) are disturbances that can aect an
electrical circuit due to electromagnetic induction or
The drive can use 2 feedback signals from 2
devices, allowing the system to be regulated with dierent
feedback requirements. The drive makes control decisions
ETR calculates motor temperature by measuring current,
frequency, and operating time. The drive shows the
thermal load on the motor in percentage and can issue a
warning at a programmable overload setpoint.
Programmable options at the overload allow the drive to
stop the motor, reduce output, or ignore the condition.
Even at low speeds, the drive meets I2t Class 20 electronic
motor overload standards.
and speed. The calculated temperature is visible as a
readout parameter in parameter 16-18 Motor Thermal.
A special version of the ETR is also available for EX-e
motors in ATEX areas. This function makes it possible to
enter a specic curve to protect the Ex-e motor. See the
programming guide for set-up instructions.
5.2.4 Motor Thermal Protection for Ex-e
Motors
The drive is equipped with an ATEX ETR thermal
®
monitoring function for operation of Ex-e motors according
to EN-60079-7. When combined with an ATEX approved
PTC monitoring device such as the VLT® PTC Thermistor
Card MCB 112 option or an external device, the installation
does not require an individual approval from an
approbated organization.
The ATEX ETR thermal monitoring function enables use of
an Ex-e motor instead of a more expensive, larger, and
heavier Ex-d motor. The function ensures that the drive
limits motor current to prevent overheating.
Requirements related to the Ex-e motor
Ensure that the Ex-e motor is approved for
•
operation in hazardous zones (ATEX zone 1/21,
ATEX zone 2/22) with drives. The motor must be
certied for the specic hazardous zone.
Install the Ex-e motor in zone 1/21 or 2/22 of the
•
hazardous zone, according to motor approval.
55
NOTICE
Install the drive outside the hazardous zone.
Ensure that the Ex-e motor is equipped with an
•
ATEX-approved motor overload protection device.
This device monitors the temperature in the
motor windings. If there is a critical temperature
level or a malfunction, the device switches o the
motor.
-
The VLT® PTC Thermistor Card MCB 112
option provides ATEX-approved
monitoring of motor temperature. It is a
Illustration 5.1 ETR Characteristics
The X-axis shows the ratio between I
nominal. The Y-axis shows the time in seconds before the
ETR cuts o and trips the drive. The curves show the
characteristic nominal speed, at twice the nominal speed
and at 0.2 x the nominal speed.
At lower speed, the ETR cuts o at lower heat due to less
cooling of the motor. In that way, the motor is protected
from being overheated even at low speed. The ETR feature
calculates the motor temperature based on actual current
prerequisite that the drive is equipped
with 3–6 PTC thermistors in series
according to DIN 44081 or 44082.
-Alternatively, an external ATEX-approved
PTC protection device can be used.
-Long cables (voltage peaks) or increased
mains voltage produce voltages
130BD888.10
CONVERTER SUPPLY
VALID FOR 380 - 415V FWP 50Hz
3 ~ Motor
MIN. SWITCHING FREQ. FOR PWM CONV. 3kHz
l = 1.5XI
M,N
tOL = 10s tCOOL = 10min
MIN. FREQ. 5Hz MAX. FREQ. 85 Hz
PWM-CONTROL
f [Hz]
Ix/I
M,N
PTC °C DIN 44081/-82
Manufacture xx
EN 60079-0
EN 60079-7
СЄ 1180Ex-e ll T3
515255085
0.40.81.01.00.95
1
xЗ
2
3
4
Product Features
VLT® AutomationDrive FC 302
315–1200 kW
exceeding the maximum allowable
voltage at motor terminals.
-Minimum switching frequency of the
drive does not meet the requirement
stated by the motor manufacturer. The
minimum switching frequency of the
drive is shown as the default value in
parameter 14-01 Switching Frequency.
Compatibility of motor and drive
For motors certied according to EN-60079-7, a data list
including limits and rules is supplied by the motor
55
manufacturer as a data sheet, or on the motor nameplate.
During planning, installation, commissioning, operation,
and service, follow the limits and rules supplied by the
manufacturer for:
Minimum switching frequency.
•
Maximum current.
•
Minimum motor frequency.
•
Maximum motor frequency.
•
Illustration 5.2 shows where the requirements are indicated
on the motor nameplate.
1Minimum switching frequency
2Maximum current
3Minimum motor frequency
4Maximum motor frequency
When matching drive and motor, Danfoss species the
following extra requirements to ensure adequate motor
Illustration 5.2 Motor Nameplate showing Drive Requirements
thermal protection:
Do not exceed the maximum allowed ratio
•
between drive size and motor size. The typical
value is I
Consider all voltage drops from drive to motor. If
•
the motor runs with lower voltage than listed in
the U/f characteristics, current can increase,
triggering an alarm.
VLT, n
≤2xI
m,n
For further information, see the application example in
chapter 12 Application Examples.
5.2.5 Mains Drop-out
During a mains drop-out, the drive keeps running until the
DC-link voltage drops below the minimum stop level. The
minimum stop level is typically 15% below the lowest
rated supply voltage. The mains voltage before the dropout and the motor load determines how long it takes for
the drive to coast.
The drive can be congured (parameter 14-10 Mains Failure)
to dierent types of behavior during mains drop-out:
Trip lock once the DC link is exhausted.
•
Coast with ying start whenever mains return
•
(parameter 1-73 Flying Start).
Kinetic back-up.
•
Controlled ramp down.
•
Flying start
This selection makes it possible to catch a motor that is
spinning freely due to a mains drop-out. This option is
relevant for centrifuges and fans.
Kinetic back-up
This selection ensures that the drive runs as long as there
is energy in the system. For short mains drop-out, the
operation is restored after mains return, without bringing
. . .
. . .
Par. 13-11
Comparator Operator
Par. 13-43
Logic Rule Operator 2
Par. 13-51
SL Controller Event
Par. 13-52
SL Controller Action
130BB671.13
Coast
Start timer
Set Do X low
Select set-up 2
. . .
Running
Warning
Torque limit
Digital input X 30/2
. . .
=
TRUE longer than..
. . .
. . .
Product FeaturesDesign Guide
the application to a stop or losing control at any time.
Several variants of kinetic back-up can be selected.
Congure the behavior of the drive at mains drop-out, in
parameter 14-10 Mains Failure and parameter 1-73 Flying
Start.
5.2.6 Automatic Restart
The drive can be programmed to restart the motor
automatically after a minor trip, such as momentary power
loss or uctuation. This feature eliminates the need for
manual resetting, and enhances automated operation for
remotely controlled systems. The number of restart
attempts and the duration between attempts can be
limited.
5.2.7 Full Torque at Reduced Speed
The drive follows a variable V/Hz curve to provide full
motor torque even at reduced speeds. Full output torque
can coincide with the maximum designed operating speed
of the motor. This drive diers from variable torque drives
and constant torque drives. Variable torque drives provide
reduced motor torque at low speed. Constant torque
drives provide excess voltage, heat, and motor noise at less
than full speed.
Set-up data can be copied from drive to drive by
downloading the information from the removable LCP.
5.2.11 Smart Logic Control (SLC)
Smart logic control (SLC) is a sequence of user-dened
actions (see parameter 13-52 SL Controller Action [x])
executed by the SLC when the associated user-dened
event (see parameter 13-51 SL Controller Event [x]) is
evaluated as TRUE by the SLC.
The condition for an event can be a particular status, or
that the output from a logic rule or a comparator operand
becomes TRUE. The condition leads to an associated action
as shown in Illustration 5.3.
55
5.2.8 Frequency Bypass
In some applications, the system can have operational
speeds that create a mechanical resonance. This
mechanical resonance can generate excessive noise and
possibly damage mechanical components in the system.
The drive has 4 programmable bypass-frequency
bandwidths. The bandwidths allow the motor to step over
speeds that induce system resonance.
5.2.9 Motor Preheat
To preheat a motor in a cold or damp environment, a small
amount of DC current can be trickled continuously into the
motor to protect it from condensation and cold starts. This
function can eliminate the need for a space heater.
5.2.10 Programmable Set-ups
The drive has 4 set-ups that can be independently
programmed. Using multi-setup, it is possible to switch
between independently programmed functions activated
by digital inputs or a serial command. Independent set-ups
are used, for example, to change references, or for day/
night or summer/winter operation, or to control multiple
motors. The LCP shows the active set-up.
Illustration 5.3 SLC Event and Action
Events and actions are each numbered and linked in pairs
(states), which means that when event [0] is fullled
(attains the value TRUE), action [0] is executed. After the 1
action is executed, the conditions of the next event are
evaluated. If this event is evaluated as true, then the
corresponding action is executed. Only 1 event is
evaluated at any time. If an event is evaluated as false,
nothing happens in the SLC during the current scan
interval and no other events are evaluated. When the SLC
starts, it only evaluates event [0] during each scan interval.
Only when event [0] is evaluated as true, the SLC executes
action [0] and starts evaluating the next event. It is
possible to program 1–20 events and actions.
When the last event/action has been executed, the
sequence starts over again from event [0]/action [0].
Illustration 5.4 shows an example with 4 event/actions:
The customer is responsible for ensuring that personnel
know how to install and operate the safe torque o
function by:
Reading and understanding the safety regulations
•
concerning health, safety, and accident
prevention.
Understanding the generic and safety guidelines
•
provided in the Safe Torque O Operating Guide.
Having a good knowledge of the generic and
•
safety standards for the specic application.
55
Illustration 5.4 Order of Execution when 4 Events/Actions are
Programmed
5.3 Dynamic Braking Overview
Dynamic braking slows the motor using 1 of the following
methods:
Comparators
Comparators are used for comparing continuous variables
(output frequency, output current, analog input, and so on)
to xed preset values.
AC brake
•
The brake energy is distributed in the motor by
changing the loss conditions in the motor
(parameter 2-10 Brake Function = [2]). The AC
brake function cannot be used in applications
with high cycling frequency since this situation
overheats the motor.
DC brake
•
An overmodulated DC current added to the AC
current works as an eddy current brake
(parameter 2-02 DC Braking Time≠ 0 s).
Illustration 5.5 Comparators
Resistor brake
•
A brake IGBT keeps the overvoltage under a
certain threshold by directing the brake energy
Logic rules
Combine up to 3 boolean inputs (TRUE/FALSE inputs) from
timers, comparators, digital inputs, status bits, and events
using the logical operators AND, OR, and NOT.
from the motor to the connected brake resistor
(parameter 2-10 Brake Function = [1]). For more
information on selecting a brake resistor, see VLTBrake Resistor MCE 101 Design Guide.
®
For drives equipped with the brake option, a brake IGBT
along with terminals 81(R-) and 82(R+) are included for
connecting an external brake resistor.
The function of the brake IGBT is to limit the voltage in the
DC link whenever the maximum voltage limit is exceeded.
It limits the voltage by switching the externally mounted
resistor across the DC bus to remove excess DC voltage
Illustration 5.6 Logic Rules
present on the bus capacitors.
External brake resistor placement has the advantages of
5.2.12 Safe Torque O
selecting the resistor based on application need,
dissipating the energy outside of the control panel, and
The Safe Torque O (STO) function is used to stop the
drive in emergency stop situations.
For more information about Safe Torque O, including
installation and commissioning, refer to the Safe Torque OOperating Guide.
protecting the drive from overheating if the brake resistor
is overloaded.
The brake IGBT gate signal originates on the control card
and is delivered to the brake IGBT via the power card and
gatedrive card. Also, the power and control cards monitor
the brake IGBT for a short circuit. The power card also
monitors the brake resistor for overloads.
Product FeaturesDesign Guide
5.4 Mechanical Holding Brake Overview
A mechanical holding brake is an external piece of equipment mounted directly on the motor shaft that performs static
braking. Static braking is when a brake is used to clamp down on the motor after the load has been stopped. A holding
brake is either controlled by a PLC or directly by a digital output from the drive.
NOTICE
A drive cannot provide a safe control of a mechanical brake. A redundancy circuitry for the brake control must be
included in the installation.
5.4.1 Mechanical Brake Using Open-loop Control
For hoisting applications, typically it is necessary to control an electromagnetic brake. A relay output (relay 1 or relay 2) or a
programmed digital output (terminal 27 or 29) is required. Normally, this output must be closed for as long as the drive is
unable to hold the motor. In parameter 5-40 Function Relay (array parameter), parameter 5-30 Terminal 27 Digital Output, or
parameter 5-31 Terminal 29 Digital Output, select [32] mechanical brake control for applications with an electromagnetic brake.
When [32] mechanical brake control is selected, the mechanical brake relay remains closed during start until the output
current is above the level selected in parameter 2-20 Release Brake Current. During stop, the mechanical brake closes when
the speed is below the level selected in parameter 2-21 Activate Brake Speed [RPM]. If the drive is brought into an alarm
condition, such as an overvoltage situation, the mechanical brake immediately cuts in. The mechanical brake also cuts in
during safe torque o.
Consider the following when using the electromagnetic brake:
Use any relay output or digital output (terminal 27 or 29). If necessary, use a contactor.
•
Ensure that the output is switched
•
being too heavy or the motor not being mounted.
Before connecting the mechanical brake, select [32] Mechanical brake control in parameter group 5-4* Relays (or in
•
parameter group5-3* Digital Outputs).
The brake is released when the motor current exceeds the preset value in parameter 2-20 Release Brake Current.
•
The brake is engaged when the output frequency is less than the frequency set in parameter 2-21 Activate Brake
•
Speed [RPM] or parameter 2-22 Activate Brake Speed [Hz] and only if the drive carries out a stop command.
o as long as the drive is unable to rotate the motor. Examples include the load
55
NOTICE
For vertical lifting or hoisting applications, ensure that the load can be stopped if there is an emergency or a
malfunction. If the drive is in alarm mode or in an overvoltage situation, the mechanical brake cuts in.
For hoisting applications, make sure that the torque limits in parameter 4-16 Torque Limit Motor Mode and
parameter 4-17 Torque Limit Generator Mode are set lower than the current limit in parameter 4-18 Current Limit. It is alsorecommended to set parameter 14-25 Trip Delay at Torque Limit to 0, parameter 14-26 Trip Delay at Inverter Fault to 0, and
parameter 14-10 Mains Failure to [3] Coasting.
Illustration 5.7 Mechanical Brake Control in Open Loop
5.4.2 Mechanical Brake Using Closed-loop Control
The VLT® AutomationDrive FC 302 features a mechanical brake control designed for hoisting applications and supports the
following functions:
2 channels for mechanical brake feedback, oering protection against unintended behavior resulting from a broken
•
cable.
Monitoring the mechanical brake feedback throughout the complete cycle. Monitoring helps protect the
•
mechanical brake - especially if more drives are connected to the same shaft.
No ramp up until feedback conrms that the mechanical brake is open.
•
Improved load control at stop.
•
The transition when motor takes over the load from the brake can be congured.
•
Parameter 1-72 Start Function[6] Hoist Mech. Brake Rel activates the hoist mechanical brake. The main dierence compared to
the regular mechanical brake control is that the hoist mechanical brake function has direct control over the brake relay.
Instead of setting a current to release the brake, the torque applied against the closed brake before release is dened.
Because the torque is dened directly, the set-up is more straightforward for hoisting applications.
The hoist mechanical brake strategy is based on the following 3-step sequence, where motor control and brake release are
synchronized to obtain the smoothest possible brake release.
1.Pre-magnetize the motor.
To ensure that there is a hold on the motor and to verify that it is mounted correctly, the motor is
magnetized.