Fact Sheet | VACON® 1000
Configurable, versatile and reliable medium-voltage
drive for industrial applications
2.4 kV up to 11 kV
full range for industrial MV general purpose drive applications
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MV drive designed with you in mind
Danfoss’ unsurpassed experience in advanced AC drive technologies makes the VACON® 1000 air-cooled MV drive the preferred choice for industrial medium-voltage general purpose applications, especially for variable torque loads such as pumps and fans in the low and mid-power range. The standalone version, available at 215 A and below, is one of the most compact and versatile multi-level MV drives in its class.
Feature
High reliability
High MTBF
Electronic bypass
Power cell redundancy
Low-voltage (LV) ride-through
High temperature operation Harsh environment Redundant cooling fan
UPS for control voltage (DC) Air filter clogging sensor Detailed fault monitoring External auxiliary power (LV)
Safety
Door interlock (IEC versions: electromagnetic, UL versions: mechanical)
Residual voltage indicators
PTC sensors for temperature monitoring MV drives standard compliance
Fiber optic cables between MV and LV control parts
Low ownership cost
Less than 5% THDi
Designed for 20 years of operation
High total efficiency >96.5%, including transformer
Only front access required for installation and maintenance
No special requirements on motor insulation Up to 2000 m operation
Process Performance
Vector control
U/f multipoint control Different autotuning modes
Configurable overload
Overvoltage prevention during deceleration Voltage boost
Selectable for variable torque or constant torque rating
Multi-motor applications
System bypass (Manual, Auto, Synchronous)
User-friendly
Easy and simple selections
Touch screen as standard
Commissioning tool
Event log
Fieldbus communication
Space saving
High power density
Standalone design (≤215 A, ≤6.9 kV)
Simple cable installation
Benefit
Up to 200,000 hours of non-stop operation (depending on voltage class and current rating) IGBT based power cell bypass function enables fast (1 ms) reaction time (optional, +PPCB) Continued full power operation in case of fault in power cell (optional, +PPCR)
Allows for continued operation during <100 ms grid voltage sag down to -30% of nominal input voltage
Up to +50° C derated operation to avoid overheating
IP31 as default, optional IP42, and chemical environment protection level IEC 660721: Class 3C2 Enables non-stop operation in case of a fan failure and extended overall lifetime (optional, +QDFR) Control stays on in case of supply interruptions
Additional protection to prevent overheating Alarm and fault information for reduced downtime
External source input for cooling fans (optional, +QDEX)
Prevents opening of cabinet door unless mains power is off
LEDs and HMI as well as visual DC-link voltage indicators on power cells provide complementary information for increased safety
Transformer thermal protection
Complies with international MV drive safety requirements according to applicable IEC and UL standards
Galvanic isolation between LV controls and MV section
Causes very low grid harmonics, minimal network disturbances, complies with IEEE-519 Long lifetime
Short return on investment
Easy service access, saves space in electric room (no back-access needed)
Motor-friendly
Install the drive in the optimal location, not necessarily next to motor
Closed-loop and sensorless vector control for applications requiring more percise control Increases efficiency in pump and fan applications
Motor autotuning with three (3) different modes for easier start-up (coupled, uncoupled or non-rotational motor)
Up to 300% maximum torque limit (with base load derating)
Automatic limit control during fast deceleration to avoid overvoltage tripping Booster function for high starting torque requirements
Optimal drive selection according to application needs
Drive can be configured for alternating change-over of up to 8 motors (VSD to DOL), optional bypass switchgear needed
Preconfigured bypass configurations (to and from DOL) including make-before-brake switch over (optional, +PMBP Manual motor bypass, +PABP Automatic motor bypass, or +PSBP Synchronous transfer for 1 motor only)
Wide variety of standard options supports flexible configuration
HMI 7’’ screen as default, optional 10’’ screen (+MHMI), for local control and monitoring PC tool for parameter setting with embedded oscilloscope-like function
Log up to 500 events with event description
Most common communication protocols available for flexible system control (optional)
Standalone version with smallest footprint in the market available at 215 A and below (≤6.9 kV) No on-site interconnection of separate sections needed
Allows for top and bottom cabling for input and output power and control
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Technical data
Topology type |
Multilevel IGBT topology (Cascade H-Bridge) |
Technology |
Voltage source inverter (VSI) |
Inverter configuration |
Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) power modules |
Input frequency |
50/60 Hz (±5% transients) |
Input voltage tolerance |
±10% of nominal, unbalance up to 3%, per IEC 610002-4 |
Input voltage sag |
-30% of nominal without tripping |
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Continuous operation with reduced power, derated power between 70-90% |
Short circuit current rating (SCCR) |
31.5 kA, 100 ms |
Input current THD |
<5% (at rated load) |
Input voltage THD |
<5% (at rated load) |
Output current THDi (1st…49th) |
<2% at rated speed |
Output dU/dt |
<3000 V/µs |
Power factor |
>0.96 (at rated load) |
System efficiency |
>98.5% (at rated load, excluding transformer) |
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>96.5% (at rated load, including transformer) |
Output voltage range |
2.4–11 kV |
Output frequency range |
0–75 Hz (higher frequencies, for example, 120 Hz can be evaluated) |
Loading |
Squared torque; Constant torque; Constant torque and/or power |
Motor control method |
U/F control; Sensorless vector control; Vector control with speed feedback; Speed and torque control |
Motor type |
Induction (asynchronous) motor or Synchronous motor (with separate excitation) |
Frequency resolution |
0.01 Hz |
Speed control range |
1–100% (with closed-loop vector control); 5–100% (with sensorless vector control) |
Steady state speed control accuracy |
±0.01% (with closed-loop vector control, depending on sensor accuracy) |
(% of rated speed) |
±0.5% (with sensorless vector control) |
Acceleration/Deceleration time |
0–3000 s (configurable) |
Control voltage with circuit protection |
1– 230 VAC, 50 Hz; 1– 220 VAC, 60 Hz |
Control power |
Single phase AC 120–240V; Three Phase AC 240–480V; capacity 5 kVA (other voltages available) |
Design operating time |
24 hours/day |
Minimum availability per 12 months |
99.97% |
MTBF |
Up to 200,000 hours of nonstop operation depending on the voltage class and current rating |
Product lifetime |
20 years |
Input impedance device |
Multiphase isolation transformer integrated into the drive |
Transformer type of construction |
Dry type, phase shifting, Cu/Cu; Forced air cooling |
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AI/Cu or AI/AI available as an engineered option |
Transformer insulation type |
Class 180 (H) |
Transformer inrush current limitation |
In >215 A limited with start-up cabinet (optional, +PSTC) |
Transformer secondary for auxiliaries |
Three phase, 460 VAC with neutral and with a 380 VAC tap, 50/60 Hz |
Temperature sensors in transformer windings |
3x PT100, one in each winding |
Grounding system |
As per IEC61936-1 |
Ground busbar |
Tin-plated grounding bus bar section |
Cabinet sheet metal thickness |
Doors and panels: 1.5 mm. Base plinth: 5 mm |
Cabinet lights |
In the control cabinet |
Power cell bypass |
Automatic via IGBT, 1 ms bypass time (optional, +PPCB) |
UPS for control voltage (DC) |
30 minutes running time |
External auxiliary AC voltage for cooling fan |
380–460 VAC, 50 Hz |
(optional, +QDEX) |
380–460 VAC, 60 Hz |
Enclosure IP and access |
IP31 (IEC) (standard) |
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IP42 (IEC) (optional, +IP42) |
Cables entry |
Input, motor and control cables: bottom and top |
Cooling System |
Forced air cooling including fan monitoring. Fan redundancy (optional, +QDFR) |
Ambient temperature (operation) |
0°–40°C (normal operation); 40°–50°C (derated operation) |
Ambient temperature (storage/transportation) |
-40–70° C |
Relative humidity (operation) |
5–95% non-condensing |
Relative humidity (storage/transportation) |
10–95% non-condensing |
Chemical environment conditions |
IEC 60721-3-3: Class 3C2 |
Environment corrosion category |
According to ISO/EN 12944-2: C1 as default; C4 as an engineered option |
Electromagnetic compatibility environment |
IEC 61000-2-5: Industrial |
Altitude |
<1000 m (standard); 1000–2000 m (derating); >2000 m (on request) |
Seismic zone/Ground acceleration |
Zone 2 (standard) |
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Zone 4 (optional, +SZ04) |
System burn-in at factory prior to delivery |
4 h minimum, according to IEEE 1566 |
ATEX area: Flammable product/Zone |
IEC 60079-10-1/2: as an engineered option, certified per EN 50495:2010 |
Noise level |
≤85 dB(A) at 1 m from the enclosure |
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Power rating (IEC variant)
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Low overload rating |
High overload rating |
Cabinet dimensions |
Weight |
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AC drive type |
110% (Variable torque) |
150% (Constant torque) |
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IL [A] |
S [kVA] |
IHD [A] |
S [kVA] |
HxWxD [mm] |
[kg] |
Nominal voltage 3000 V (18-pulse, 3 power cell per phase, 50 Hz)
VACON1000-ED-036-030+G2CE |
36 |
180 |
26 |
130 |
2796 |
1210 |
1250 |
2000 |
VACON1000-ED-050-030+G2CE |
50 |
250 |
36 |
180 |
2796 |
1210 |
1250 |
2050 |
VACON1000-ED-070-030+G2CE |
70 |
360 |
51 |
260 |
2796 |
1210 |
1250 |
2100 |
VACON1000-ED-090-030+G2CE |
90 |
460 |
66 |
340 |
2888 |
1610 |
1250 |
2850 |
VACON1000-ED-100-030+G2CE |
100 |
510 |
73 |
370 |
2888 |
1610 |
1250 |
2900 |
VACON1000-ED-120-030+G2CE |
120 |
620 |
88 |
450 |
2888 |
1610 |
1250 |
2950 |
VACON1000-ED-140-030+G2CE |
140 |
720 |
102 |
530 |
2888 |
1610 |
1250 |
3000 |
VACON1000-ED-150-030+G2CE |
150 |
770 |
110 |
570 |
2888 |
1910 |
1250 |
4350 |
VACON1000-ED-180-030+G2CE |
180 |
930 |
132 |
680 |
2888 |
1910 |
1250 |
4400 |
VACON1000-ED-190-030+G2CE |
190 |
980 |
139 |
720 |
2888 |
1910 |
1250 |
4450 |
VACON1000-ED-215-030+G2CE |
215 |
1110 |
157 |
810 |
2888 |
1910 |
1250 |
4500 |
VACON1000-ED-250-030+G2CE |
250 |
1290 |
183 |
950 |
2796 |
3810 |
1400 |
5100 |
VACON1000-ED-305-030+G2CE |
305 |
1580 |
223 |
1150 |
2796 |
4110 |
1400 |
5500 |
VACON1000-ED-350-030+G2CE |
350 |
1810 |
256 |
1330 |
2796 |
4110 |
1400 |
5800 |
VACON1000-ED-438-030+G2CE |
438 |
2270 |
321 |
1660 |
2796 |
4710 |
1400 |
6950 |
VACON1000-ED-560-030+G2CE |
560 |
2900 |
410 |
2130 |
2796 |
5010 |
1400 |
8300 |
VACON1000-ED-680-030+G2CE |
680 |
3530 |
498 |
2580 |
2796 |
5010 |
1400 |
9350 |
Nominal voltage 3300 V (18-pulse, 3 power cell per phase, 50 Hz)
VACON1000-ED-036-033+G2CE |
36 |
200 |
26 |
140 |
2796 |
1210 |
1250 |
2200 |
VACON1000-ED-050-033+G2CE |
50 |
280 |
36 |
200 |
2796 |
1210 |
1250 |
2250 |
VACON1000-ED-070-033+G2CE |
70 |
400 |
51 |
290 |
2796 |
1210 |
1250 |
2300 |
VACON1000-ED-090-033+G2CE |
90 |
510 |
66 |
370 |
2888 |
1610 |
1250 |
3050 |
VACON1000-ED-100-033+G2CE |
100 |
570 |
73 |
410 |
2888 |
1610 |
1250 |
3100 |
VACON1000-ED-120-033+G2CE |
120 |
680 |
88 |
500 |
2888 |
1610 |
1250 |
3150 |
VACON1000-ED-140-033+G2CE |
140 |
800 |
102 |
580 |
2888 |
1610 |
1250 |
3200 |
VACON1000-ED-150-033+G2CE |
150 |
850 |
110 |
620 |
2888 |
1910 |
1250 |
4550 |
VACON1000-ED-180-033+G2CE |
180 |
1020 |
132 |
750 |
2888 |
1910 |
1250 |
4600 |
VACON1000-ED-190-033+G2CE |
190 |
1080 |
139 |
790 |
2888 |
1910 |
1250 |
4650 |
VACON1000-ED-215-033+G2CE |
215 |
1220 |
157 |
890 |
2888 |
1910 |
1250 |
4700 |
VACON1000-ED-250-033+G2CE |
250 |
1420 |
183 |
1040 |
2796 |
4110 |
1400 |
5300 |
VACON1000-ED-305-033+G2CE |
305 |
1740 |
223 |
1270 |
2796 |
4110 |
1400 |
5800 |
VACON1000-ED-350-033+G2CE |
350 |
2000 |
256 |
1460 |
2796 |
4110 |
1400 |
6100 |
VACON1000-ED-438-033+G2CE |
438 |
2500 |
321 |
1830 |
2796 |
4710 |
1400 |
7450 |
VACON1000-ED-560-033+G2CE |
560 |
3200 |
410 |
2340 |
2796 |
5010 |
1400 |
8700 |
VACON1000-ED-680-033+G2CE |
680 |
3880 |
498 |
2840 |
2796 |
5010 |
1400 |
9950 |
Nominal voltage 4160 V (24-pulse, 4 power cell per phase, 50 Hz)
VACON1000-ED-036-041+G2CE |
36 |
250 |
26 |
180 |
2796 |
1210 |
1250 |
2400 |
VACON1000-ED-050-041+G2CE |
50 |
360 |
36 |
250 |
2796 |
1210 |
1250 |
2450 |
VACON1000-ED-070-041+G2CE |
70 |
500 |
51 |
360 |
2796 |
1210 |
1250 |
2500 |
VACON1000-ED-090-041+G2CE |
90 |
640 |
66 |
470 |
2888 |
1610 |
1250 |
3250 |
VACON1000-ED-100-041+G2CE |
100 |
720 |
73 |
520 |
2888 |
1610 |
1250 |
3300 |
VACON1000-ED-120-041+G2CE |
120 |
860 |
88 |
630 |
2888 |
1610 |
1250 |
3350 |
VACON1000-ED-140-041+G2CE |
140 |
1000 |
102 |
730 |
2888 |
1610 |
1250 |
3400 |
VACON1000-ED-150-041+G2CE |
150 |
1080 |
110 |
790 |
2888 |
1910 |
1250 |
4750 |
VACON1000-ED-180-041+G2CE |
180 |
1290 |
132 |
950 |
2888 |
1910 |
1250 |
4800 |
VACON1000-ED-190-041+G2CE |
190 |
1360 |
139 |
1000 |
2888 |
1910 |
1250 |
4850 |
VACON1000-ED-215-041+G2CE |
215 |
1540 |
157 |
1130 |
2888 |
1910 |
1250 |
4900 |
VACON1000-ED-250-041+G2CE |
250 |
1800 |
183 |
1310 |
2796 |
4610 |
1400 |
6150 |
VACON1000-ED-305-041+G2CE |
305 |
2190 |
223 |
1600 |
2796 |
4610 |
1400 |
6850 |
VACON1000-ED-350-041+G2CE |
350 |
2520 |
256 |
1840 |
2796 |
4610 |
1400 |
7450 |
VACON1000-ED-438-041+G2CE |
438 |
3150 |
321 |
2310 |
2796 |
5410 |
1400 |
9000 |
VACON1000-ED-560-041+G2CE |
560 |
4030 |
410 |
2950 |
2796 |
5410 |
1400 |
10700 |
VACON1000-ED-680-041+G2CE |
680 |
4890 |
498 |
3580 |
2796 |
5810 |
1400 |
11950 |
<![endif]>Height excluding cooling fan is 2328 mm
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