Fact Sheet
VLT® HVAC Drive
The VLT® HVAC Drive is a full-featured, HVAC
dedicated drive with built-in intelligence. It has
a vast number of functions developed to meet
the diverse needs of the HVAC business. It is
the perfect match for pumps, fans and
compressors in modern buildings that are
fitted with increasingly sophisticated solutions.
Perfect
for pumps, fans, and
compressors
Product range:
1 x 200 – 240 V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5 – 30 HP
3 x 200 – 240 V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5 – 200 HP
3 x 380 – 480 V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5 – 1350 HP
3 x 600 V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5 – 1550 HP
3 x 690 V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5 – 1900 HP
Available enclosure ratings:
NEMA/UL Type 1/IP21 ............1.5–1900 HP
NEMA/UL Type 12/IP54 . . . . . . . . . . 150–1900 HP
NEMA/UL Type 12/IP55 . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5–125 HP
NEMA/UL Type 3R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5–125 HP
NEMA/UL Type 4X/IP66 . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5–125 HP
With 110% overload torque
Feature Benet
All built-in – low investment
Modular product concept and a wide
range of options
Dedicated HVAC I/O functionality for
temperature sensors etc.
Decentral I/O control via serial communication
Wide range of HVAC protocols for BMS
controller connectivity
4 x auto tuned PID’s No external PID controllers required
Smart Logic Controller Often makes external controller unnecessary
Real Time Clock Enables daily and weekly settings
Integrated fan, pump and compressor
functionality
Fire Override Mode, Dry Run Detection
Variable or Constant Torque
Condition Based Monitoring
Save energy – less operation cost
Automatic Energy Optimizer function,
advanced version
Advanced energy monitoring Overview on energy consumption
Energy saving functions i.e. flow compensation,
sleep mode
Unequalled robustness – maximum uptime
Robust single enclosure Maintenance-free
Unique cooling concept with no ambient air flow
over electronics
Max ambient temp. 50˚ C without derating No external cooling or derating necessary
User friendly – save commissioning and operating cost
Smart Start Quick and precise start-up
Award winning graphic display, 27 languages Effective commissioning and operation
USB plug and play connection Easy to use PC software tools
Global HVAC support organization Local service – globally
Low initial investment – max. flexibility,
later upgrade possible
External conversion saved
Reduced wiring costs and fewer
controller I/O needed
Less extra gateway solutions needed
Reduces external control and conversion
equipment needs
Protects equipment and saves energy
Monitor motor and application to prevent
equipment downtime
Saves 5 – 15% energy
Saves energy
Problem-free operation in harsh
environments
Built-in DC coils and RFI lters – no EMC concerns
Integrated DC link harmonic filters Small power cables. Meets EN 61000-3-12
Integrated EMC filters Meets EN 55011 Class B, A1 or A2
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Application options
A wide range of integrated HVAC
options can be fitted in the drive:
General purpose I/O option (MCB 101)
3 digital inputs, 2 digital outputs,
1 analog current output, 2 analog voltage
inputs.
Relay option (MCB 105)
Adds 3 relay outputs
Analog I/O option (MCB 109)
3 Pt1000/Ni1000 inputs, 3 analog voltage
outputs
External 24 VDC supply (MCB 107)
24 VDC external supply can be connected
to supply control and option cards when
main power is disconnected.
Extended Relay option (MCB 113)
Adds 7 digital inputs, 4 - Form C relays and
2 analog outputs and mounts in the drive’s
C option slot.
Brake chopper option
Connected to an external brake resistor,
the built-in brake chopper limits the DC
bus voltage when the motor acts as
generator.
AC line protection options
Built in disconnect and fuses
available
Power options
A wide range of external power options are
available for VLT® HVAC Drive in critical power
applications:
Advanced harmonic lters: For critical
limitations on harmonic distortion
dV/dt lters: For special demands
on motor insulation protection
Sine wave lters: (LC filters)
For noiseless motor and when long motor
leads are required
HVAC PC software tools
MCT 10: Ideal for commissioning and
servicing the drive
VLT® Energy Box: Comprehensive energy
analysis tool, shows the drive payback time
MCT 31: Harmonic analysis tool
Power supply (L1, L2, L3)
Supply voltage 200–240 V ±10%
Supply voltage 380–480 V ±10%
Supply voltage 525–600 V ±10%
Supply frequency 50/60 Hz
Displacement Power Factor (cos φ) near unity (> 0.98)
Switching on input supply L1, L2, L3 1–2 times/min.
Output data (U, V, W)
Output voltage 0 –100% of supply voltage
Switching on output Unlimited
Ramp times 1–3600 sec.
Open/Closed loop 0–1000 Hz
Digital inputs
Programmable digital inputs 6*
Logic PNP or NPN
Voltage level 0–24 VDC
* 2 can be used as digital outputs
Pulse inputs
Programmable pulse inputs 2*
Voltage level 0–24 VDC (PNP positive logic)
Pulse input accuracy (0.1–110 kHz)
* Utilize some of the digital inputs
Analog input
Analog inputs 2
Modes Voltage or current
Voltage level 0 V to +10 V (scaleable)
Current level
Analog output
Programmable analog outputs 1
Current range at analog output 0/4–20 mA
Relay outputs
Programmable relay outputs 2 (240 VAC, 2 A and 400 VAC, 2 A)
Fieldbus communication
Standard built-in:
FC Protocol
N2 Metasys
FLN Apogee
Modbus RTU
BACnet
OSHPD Special Seismic Certication
Pre-Approval Certification expedites seismic authorization by
0/4 to 20 mA (scaleable)
Optional:
LonWorks (MCA 108)
BACnet (MCA 109)
DeviceNet (MCA 104)
Profibus (MCA 101)
Profinet SRT
Ethernet IP
Modbus TCP
regulatory agencies.
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