{"product_id":"fc111p18kt4-danfoss-vlt-hvac-basic-drive-18-5kw-25hp","title":"Variateur de base HVAC VLT 18.5kW 25HP Danfoss FC111P18KT4","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC111P18KT4 (FC111P18KT4)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a high-efficiency variable frequency drive from the Danfoss VLT® HVAC Basic Drive FC 101\/111 series, specifically engineered to provide reliable speed control for 18.5 kW (25 HP) motors. Designed for the unique demands of building automation, this drive excels in managing fans, pumps, and compressors within modern HVAC infrastructures. By utilizing advanced features like\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic Energy Optimization (AEO)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand an efficiency rating of up to 98.1%, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC111P18KT4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esignificantly reduces operational energy costs. Its H5 frame size and IP20 chassis design are optimized for high-density cabinet mounting, providing a robust and cost-effective solution for optimizing climate control systems in commercial and industrial facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix \u0026amp; Frame Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model designation\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC111P18KT4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eidentifies the specific power and hardware tier:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC111\u003c\/strong\u003e: Part of the VLT® HVAC Basic Drive series family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP18K\u003c\/strong\u003e: Indicates a typical shaft output of 18.5 kW (25 HP).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eT4\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed for three-phase mains input between 380 - 480 VAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eH5\u003c\/strong\u003e: Refers to the physical frame size (Enclosure IP20), which determines the mounting footprint and terminal capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIP20\u003c\/strong\u003e: Open-type chassis rating for installation in protected electrical panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFC111P18KT4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDanfoss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18.5 kW \/ 25.0 HP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Output (380-440V)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e37.0 A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntermittent Output (380-440V)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40.7 A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEfficiency (Best Case)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e98.1%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Cable Size (Terminals)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 mm² (6 AWG)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Power Loss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e412 - 456 W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIP20 \/ Chassis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9.5 kg (20.9 lb)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11.0 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does ambient temperature affect the output of this drive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC111P18KT4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis designed to provide full performance up to 40°C (37.0 A continuous). If your mechanical room or cabinet reaches 50°C, the drive automatically manages its thermal load, with the continuous output current derating to 34.1 A. This ensures the longevity of the power electronics even in warmer climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat HVAC-specific software features are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drive includes several \"built-in\" features to protect your mechanical systems, including the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFire Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(which keeps the drive running during emergencies to maintain smoke extraction), a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eflying start\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunction (to catch a spinning fan without tripping), and an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectronic Thermal Relay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto prevent motor burnout without requiring external sensors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan this drive be integrated into a Building Management System (BMS)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The FC 111 series includes standard communication protocols such as BACnet MS\/TP and Modbus RTU. This allows the drive to share energy consumption data, pressure\/temperature feedback, and maintenance alarms directly with your central facility controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering \u0026amp; Installation Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerminal Wiring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe H5 frame terminals support up to 16 mm² (6 AWG) cable. Ensure that all mains and motor connections are torqued according to the manual to prevent localized heating. 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This allows the drive to map the motor's reactance and resistance at a standstill, ensuring the VVC+ control algorithm delivers maximum torque and the highest possible energy savings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Danfoss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53102415741291,"sku":"FC111P18KT4","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/fc111p18kt4-ggxcftk3m45.png?v=1776137415","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/fr\/products\/fc111p18kt4-danfoss-vlt-hvac-basic-drive-18-5kw-25hp","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}