Vacon 100 X decentralized ac drives, 20 X decentralized ac drives Sales Brochure

vacon

100 x & vacon

20 x

decentralized ac drives

maximum protection wherever you want

Decentralized drive solutions enable engineers and machine designers to save on costs

and space. VACON enclosure protection with a compact design, which means they can be mounted directly onto the motor, machine or wherever the most efficient location for the drive is.

100 X and VACON® 20 X manage to combine IP66/Type 4X Outdoor

decentralized solutions

In a decentralized drive solution, the drives are located as close as possible to the motor. Significant savings can be achieved in cabling costs, space and energy when the installation does not require the drives to be mounted in a separate electrical room or enclosure.

motor mountable oem solutions

The motor mounted approach has been used in mechanical transmission applications for many years. VACON 100 X now brings this trend to a wider range of applications, such as high pumps, fans, compressors and many more. In many cases, the best location for the drive can be directly on the working machine, as close to the motor as possible.

an independent drives supplier

Vacon’s motor mountable drives are not tied to any specific motor supplier, which gives the customer the go-ahead to choose the best available solution. Many competitors only offer decentralized drives that work with a specific motor — by selecting Vacon the customer will receive all the advantages and freedom necessary to ensure processes run at an optimal level.

Centralized drive solution

Machine

AC drive cabinets

Decentralized drive solution

(gained free space)

Machine

Motor cables

AC drives

Motor cables

the decentralized drives approach in a nutshell

• Locating the drive as close to the motor as possible

• Minimizing the use of electrical rooms

• Integrating the drive as part of the machine

• No cabinets used for the drives

• Notably shorter length of shield cables needed, reducing costs

save on cabinet costs

These are examples of how VACON® 100 X and

VACON

• No cabinet needed for the drive

• Heat loss from the drives does not have to be ventilated out of the cabinet

• Weight and size of the cabinet is significantly reduced

• Installation time for the drive is shorter if mounted without an enclosure

20 X can help save on cabinet costs:

save more in high powers

With drives available in powers all the way up to 37 kW the decentralized drive technology can be utilized in new applications that have previously been limited to traditional cabinet solutions. Examples of how VACON Decentralized AC drives save more energy when operating with high power include:

• Lower cabinet ventilation costs, if cabinet still needed, as drive heat loss is external

• Savings in cable costs increase with the size of the motor cable

• Less cooling costs for electrical rooms

savings built-in

save on cabling costs

Compared to a traditional solution, with the AC drives located in an electrical room, a decentralized solution offers significant savings potential in cabling costs. By locating the drive at the machine the length of the motor cable will be minimized. Examples of how VACON 100 X and VACON 20 X can help save on cabling costs:

• Minimized length of more costly shielded motor cable

• Reduced cable laying costs

single package from the machine builder

A decentralized solution provides a more flexible solution as an OEM manufacturer can deliver its machine in one piece and there is no need to install the drives in a separate location.

• A complete package delivered in one piece

• Possibility to offer the customer a better optimized solution

• Minimized installation costs for the end-customer

Activity Cost centralised Cost decentralised

Cabinet + accessories + Drive mounting 760 € 0 €

Additional cost for shielded motor cable 50m x 6 € 1m x 6 €

Additional cost for fieldbus cable 1m x 2 € 50m x 2 €

Cabinet/Drive installation on site 3h x 30 € 1h x 30 €

Total cost 1152 € 136 €

Examp le cost for the inst allati on of a 30 kW d rive in a centralized cabinet v s. a decentra lized dr ive solution. AC driv e costs not includ ed in calculati on.

Savings 1016 €

vacon® 20 x — performance under pressure

VACON 20 X sees Vacon building on its experience of producing high class enclosures drives to offer a decentralized drive solution with countless possibilities. An IP66/Type 4X Outdoor enclosure enclosure offers the best possible protection from any factors that may be encountered in harsh environments, while other great features such as large cooling ribs and an integrated mains switch make VACON 20 X the right choice when your drive needs to be integrated directly into the application.

when you need a decentralized solution

The main purpose of VACON 20 X is to offer an AC drive that can act in all kinds of decentralized applications and is still flexible and easy to use. With this in mind, it has features such as a wide array of fieldbus connections, and Safe Torque Off mode, proving that robustness doesn’t have to compromise simplicity.

ip66/type 4x outdoor enclosure

certied protection

VACON 20 X comes with an enclosure that is compliant with IP66/Type 4X Outdoor enclosure requirements, offering the best possible protection against external issues. This protection is essential in moist or dusty conditions, where dust could otherwise build up through airflow and cause internal components to fail. The enclosure is certified 3M6, IEC 60068-2 resistant to 2g vibrations and the rubber sealing comes equipped

with a protective snap-in pressure equalizer vent. This ensures the pressure inside the drive is equalized with the surrounding environment, which in turn prevents the sealing from being worn down. In addition, the drive’s design is such that it is operable in temperatures of up to 40°C.

everything in one place

Despite its highly developed enclosure, the drive remains a masterpiece in easy installation and commissioning. If you’re looking for a decentralized solution, chances are that space is at a premium. VACON 20 X has all the standard features you would expect along with a wide range of options, all in one place. The option of having a built-in main switch is a great saver when it comes to installation costs – the drive provides the housing for the switch and makes the drive work in the field to full effect. No need for engine rooms or cabling systems – with VACON 20 X, all the standard functionality and a whole range of options come in a single box.

typical applications

• Machinery

• Pumps

• Conveyors

• Fans

• Washdown duty installations

• General purpose installations

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