{"product_id":"131g5244-danfoss-vlt-hvac-drive-fc-102-45-kw","title":"131G5244 Danfoss VLT HVAC Drive FC 102 45 kW","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e131G5244 (131G5244)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a high-performance VLT HVAC Drive FC 102 frequency converter, specifically engineered to optimize building automation systems and fluid handling infrastructure. Rated at 45 kW (60 HP) for standard applications and 37 kW (50 HP) for heavy-duty requirements, this drive provides precise control for centrifugal pumps, fans, and compressors. In large-scale HVAC environments such as data centers, hospitals, and commercial complexes, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e131G5244\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as a critical component for reducing energy consumption and mechanical wear. Its modular design and specialized HVAC firmware allow for seamless integration into existing building management systems (BMS), ensuring maximum efficiency and indoor climate comfort through advanced flow and pressure control algorithms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model code\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC-102P45KT4E20\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edefines the specific hardware configuration and functional capacity of the unit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC-102:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVLT HVAC Drive series, optimized for building automation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP45K:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePower rating of 45 kW (60 HP) at 400 V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eT:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDesigned for Three-phase electrical supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMains voltage range of 380 to 480 VAC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eE20:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIP20 \/ Chassis enclosure rating, intended for installation within a protective control cabinet.\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\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e131G5244\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\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\u003eDrive Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVLT HVAC Drive FC 102\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45 kW \/ 60 HP (Standard)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInput Voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e380 to 480 VAC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-Phase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnclosure Rating\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\u003eControl Principle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVVC plus (Voltage Vector Control)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommunication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrated FC Protocol, Modbus RTU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-10 to 45 deg C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e32.9 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e35.0 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 the FC 102 series contribute to energy savings in HVAC systems?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FC 102 utilizes Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) technology to match the motor speed exactly to the required load. By following the \"Affinity Laws\" for centrifugal loads, reducing the motor speed by only 20 percent can result in nearly 50 percent energy savings compared to fixed-speed operation with throttling valves or dampers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this drive compatible with building automation protocols?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 131G5244 comes with standard HVAC protocols integrated, including Modbus RTU. It also supports optional plug-in modules for BACnet MS\/TP, BACnet\/IP, and LonWorks, allowing for direct communication with the primary BMS controller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the significance of the IP20 \/ E20 enclosure rating?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIP20 indicates the drive is protected against solid objects over 12 mm but has no protection against liquids. This \"chassis\" version is designed to be mounted inside a clean, dry, and ventilated electrical cabinet that provides the necessary environmental protection for the power electronics.\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\u003eCooling and Airflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 45 kW drive generates substantial heat during operation. When mounting the 131G5244 in a cabinet, ensure there is a vertical clearance of at least 200 mm above and below the unit. Use forced ventilation in the cabinet to maintain the ambient temperature below 45 deg C to prevent thermal derating of the output current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectromagnetic Compatibility (EMC):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTo prevent interference with sensitive building sensors and communication lines, use shielded motor cables. The shield must be connected to the drive's decoupling plate using the provided metal clamps to ensure low-impedance high-frequency grounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarmonic Mitigation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLarge VFDs can introduce harmonics into the building’s power grid. The FC 102 includes integrated DC link reactors as standard, which significantly reduces harmonic distortion (THDi) and protects the drive's internal capacitors from mains voltage fluctuations.\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":53102412890475,"sku":"131G5244","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/131g5244-fcboogcjbxi.png?v=1776137012","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/131g5244-danfoss-vlt-hvac-drive-fc-102-45-kw","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}