Variable Frequency Drives

VLT® HVAC Basic Drive FC 101

This rugged and compact HVAC drive is optimized for essential HVAC/R tasks like fans, pumps, and compressors. Built-in harmonic mitigation with DC coils, multilingual Local Control Panel (LCP 32), and Automatic Energy Optimizer help reduce cost and save up to 50 % energy from day one.

Compact
The smallest drive in its class—ideal for tight installations and easy retrofit.

Protection for electronics
Coated electronics, integrated DC coils, and UL LZGH2 certification (for A2L refrigerants) ensure robust long-life operation.

Power range

• 3 × 200–240 V …… 0.25–45 kW
• 3 × 380–480 V …… 0.37–90 kW
• 3 × 525–600 V …… 2.2–90 kW

VLT® HVAC Drive FC 102

A powerful upgrade to FC 101, delivering extended power, advanced features, and outdoor-ready performance. It’s designed for large HVAC installations in extreme environments, with wireless LCP and full connectivity.

Compact
Sleek and modular architecture allows optimal installation and scaling across kW ranges.

Protection for electronics
Coated electronics, IP66-ready options, and robust thermal design built for –25 °C to +50 °C operation.

Power range

• 3 × 200–240 V … 1.1–45 kW
• 3 × 380–480 V … 1.1–1000 kW
• 3 × 525–600 V … 1.1–90 kW
• 3 × 525–690 V … 1.1–1400 kW

iC2 Frequency Inverter

A compact, intelligent general-purpose drive—designed as a modern retrofit alternative to the VLT® Micro Drive FC 51. The iC2-Micro delivers reliable, user-friendly performance and easy commissioning for applications like fans, pumps, conveyors, and textiles.

Compact
More compact than typical micro-drives while maintaining full functionality and power—ideal for tight retrofit or space-restricted installations.

Protection for electronics
Engineered for high reliability with coated PCBs and robust heat management—ensuring long service life even in demanding environments.

Power range

• 1 × 100–120 V … 0.37–1.1 kW
• 1 × 200–240 V … 0.37–2.2 kW
• 3 × 200–240 V … 0.37–11 kW (5.5–11 kW available soon)
• 3 × 380–480 V … 0.37–22 kW

VLT® Micro Drive FC 51

Maximum strength with reduced installation costs
Maximum strength with reduced installation costs The VLT® Micro Drive FC 51 is small and yet powerful and built to last. Panel space can be saved and installation costs reduced thanks to its compact size and minimal commissioning requirements.

Despite its compact size and easy commissioning, the VLT® Micro Drive can be set up to perform perfectly even in complex applications. It is supported by guided programming of specific functions and the use of a PC software tool for parameterizing. And, thanks to its coated PCBs, the drive ensures reliable and cost-effective operation also in demanding environments.

Supply voltages and power range

• 1 x 200-240 V...0.18-2.2 kW
• 3 x 200-240 V...0.25-3.7 kW
• 3 x 380-480 V..0.37-22 kW

Features and benefits

• Side-by-side mounting without derating is possible thanks to the compact, book-style design
• Penetration of dust is minimized thanks to coated PCBs
• Radio disturbance from motor cables is limited due to built-in RFI filters
• Lifetime of the drive is extended and reliability improved as a result of the effective heat sink that removes heat from the electronics
• Energy consumption can be reduced as kinetic energy in the application can be transformed into braking power to slow down the motor

iC7 Automation – Air cooled system modules

Compact, modular converters ideal for industrial and grid applications requiring high power in tight air-cooled racks.

Compact
Among the smallest high-power system modules—designed for efficient air-cooling and dense rack mounting, minimizing footprint.

Protection for electronics
IP00 open-type rating, coated PCBs, back-channel airflow keeps electronics away from heat; EMC Category C3–C4 depending on model.

Power range

• 3 × 380–500V AC … 200–1400kW

VLT® Automation Drive FC 360

A dedicated general-purpose industrial drive, the FC360 delivers robust, energy-efficient motor control— optimised for OEMs in areas like conveyors, pumps, extruders, fans, and more.

Reliable in harsh environments
Engineered for demanding conditions: high ambient temperatures (up to 55°C), coated PCBs, and a cooling design that avoids airflow over electronics.

Compact & serviceable
– Compact chassis design with side-by-side mounting capability.
– Removable fan allows quick maintenance and cleaning.

Built‑in protection & performance features
– Integrated DC choke and EMC filter.
– Built-in brake chopper up to 22kW.
– Supports PM (permanent magnet) motors up to 75kW, torque control, position control, and PID control functions.
– Automatic Energy Optimizer for 5–15% energy savings.

Power range

• 3 phase 380–480V: 0.37kW up to 315kW

VACON® NXP Air Cooled

Precise and powerful performance
VACON® NXP Air Cooled drives offer precision and power to applications that require a robust and dynamic performance. Available in a complete power range up to 2 MW, they are provided as wall-mounted, standalone enclosed and IP00 modules.

The drives provide optimized motor control for both induction and permanent magnet motors, and gearless drive applications and paralleling solutions for high-power motors. Fast fieldbus options and exceptional programming flexibility ensure the drives are easily integrated into any plant’s automation system. Engineering time and costs can be saved due to the high number of standardized options and reduced system complexity.

Power range and supply voltages

• 3 x 208-240 V...0.55-90 kW
• 3 x 380-500 V...1.5-1200 kW with DriveSynch 1.5-4000 kW
• 3 x 525-690 V...2.0-2000 kW with DriveSynch 2.0-4500 kW

Features and benefits

• Easy integration into any plant’s automation system thanks to fast fieldbus options and exceptional programming flexibility
• Investment costs are minimized as no additional external modules are needed and the drives are supplied with five built-in expansion slots for additional I/O, fieldbus and functional safety boards
• Fast response to changes due to dynamic open- and closed-loop vector control
• The drive’s DC fans fulfill the ERP2015 directive on decreasing fan losses and significantly increase the reliability and lifetime of the fan
• The lifetime of the drive and critical components are extended as a result of coated printed circuit boards that offer reliable protection against dust and moisture

VLT® Compact Starter MCD 201 and MCD 202

Compact but powerful soft starters
Two series of soft starters that provide a total motor starting solution for motors up to 110 kW. The MCD 201 compact starter offers efficient motor-starting features, while the extended MCD 202 version of the compact starter provides enhanced soft-start functionality and additional motor-protection features.

The series of soft starters offer easy DIN rail mounting for sizes up to 30 kW, 2-wire or 3-wire start/stop control and excellent starting duty (4 x le for 6 seconds; heavy starting ratings at 4 x le for 20 seconds). They are compatible with grounded delta power systems.

Power range and supply voltages

• 3 x 200-575 V...7.5-110 kW (200 A)
• 24 V AC or DC/110-440 V AC

Features and benefits

• Easy connectivity for the soft starter to Ethernet/IP-based networks, such as Rockwell PLC systems
• Panel space can be saved due to the compact size
• Installation costs are minimized and power loss eliminated thanks to the built-in bypass
• More starts per hour and a higher load is possible as a result of advanced SCR Control Algorithms that balance output waveform
• Overall project investment is reduced due to essential motor protections
• No external cooling or oversizing is necessary thanks to the maximum ambient temperature of 50°C without derating

VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600

Superior soft start performance for fixed-speed applications
The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 combines the latest in advanced controls and protections with an increased level of intelligence for superior performance in fixed-speed applications.

The MCD 600 is more flexible than ever to install, thanks to a wide variety of Ethernet and serial-based communication option cards, application-dedicated smart cards and support for eight languages.

An integrated bypass ensures both extremely high efficiency and harmonic-free operation at full speed, reducing energy consumed and required cooling capacity. Ease of use is in focus with features such as the pump-clean function, PowerThrough operation, and calendar or run time-based scheduling. More extensive motor and starter protections ensure more uptime.

Mains voltage range

• 3 x 200-525 VAC (T5)
• 3 x 380-690 VAC (T7)

Current range and enclosure

• IP20: 20 – 129 A (Nominal)
• IP00: 144 – 1250 A (Nominal)

Features and benefits

• Inbuilt impeller cleaning assistance with Pump Clean functionality
• Easy application analysis with up to 348 events logged, as well as QR code scan for serial number and event data
• Easy data access and reduced startup and upgrade time thanks to integrated USB port
• More reliability, more uptime with expanded motor and controller protections
• Flexibility for low-speed applications, with Jog function
• Improved uptime with PowerThrough function which uses 2-phase control if one phase is damaged by shorted SCR
• Easy connectivity for the soft starter to Ethernet-based networks, such as PROFINET and EtherNet/IP
• Programming is quick and easy thanks to three menu systems (Quick Menu, Application Setup, and Main Menu), a four-line graphical display, and a logic keypad
• The best starting and stopping profile for the application is chosen using Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC)
• Installation costs are lower and there is less stress on the motor thanks to DC injection braking distributed evenly over three phases
• Save space and reduce installation costs, thanks to the internal bypass contactors
• Good asset protection thanks to Emergency mode, which keeps the fan or pump running for as long as possible in an emergency