{"product_id":"danfoss-fc-101p4k0t4e20h4-vlt-hvac-basic-drive-4-0-kw","title":"DANFOSS FC-101P4K0T4E20H4 VLT HVAC Basic Drive 4.0 KW","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC-101P4K0T4E20H4 (131L9866)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a dedicated frequency converter from the Danfoss VLT HVAC Basic Drive FC 101 series, engineered to provide essential control for fans and pumps in simple heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Delivering a rated power of 4.0 kW (5.5 HP), this drive is a cost-effective solution for reducing energy consumption and mechanical wear in building automation. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC-101P4K0T4E20H4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis equipped with a built-in Class A1 (C2) RFI filter, ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in commercial and industrial environments. Its compact IP20 design is optimized for cabinet installation, featuring specialized HVAC functions such as Fire Mode and a built-in PI controller to maintain precise pressure or flow rates without the need for external controllers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FC 101 series focuses on high reliability and ease of integration for standard HVAC applications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVVC plus Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUtilizes advanced Voltage Vector Control to ensure high motor performance and efficiency, maintaining stable torque across the entire speed range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated RFI Filter (H4):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeatures a built-in RFI filter that meets EN 55011 Class A1 (C2) standards, allowing for motor cable lengths up to 25 meters while maintaining low electromagnetic interference levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHVAC Specific Software:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIncludes the \"Flying Start\" feature to catch a spinning fan, \"Sleep Mode\" for energy savings during low demand, and a \"Fire Mode\" for emergency smoke extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEfficiency Optimization:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAutomatically adjusts the output voltage based on the load to reduce energy losses and motor noise, achieving up to 98% efficiency at rated load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUser-Friendly Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBuilt with a localized control panel (LCP) and a setup wizard that simplifies commissioning for technicians familiar with HVAC terminology.\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\u003eFC-101P4K0T4E20H4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e131L9866\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\u003ePower Rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.0 kW \/ 5.5 HP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMains Voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e380 to 480 VAC (3-phase)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutput Current\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9.0 A (Continuous at 400V)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRFI Filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClass A1 (C2) (H4)\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 Method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVVC plus\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\u003e3.5 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\u003e6.0 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\u003eWhat is the \"Fire Mode\" on the FC 101 drive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFire Mode is a safety feature where the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC-101P4K0T4E20H4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eprioritizes continuous operation over drive protection. When activated, the drive will ignore most internal alarms and trip conditions to ensure that smoke extraction fans or pressurization pumps continue running during an emergency evacuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this drive support communication with my Building Management System (BMS)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The FC 101 series comes standard with built-in protocols including Modbus RTU, BACnet, and FC Protocol. This allows the drive to be monitored and controlled directly via a RS485 serial connection to most standard BMS controllers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it possible to mount this drive outdoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The \"E20\" code indicates an IP20 (Chassis) rating. This unit must be installed inside a protected electrical cabinet that provides the necessary ingress protection against moisture, dust, and direct sunlight.\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 Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC-101P4K0T4E20H4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egenerates heat during operation. Maintain at least 100 mm of clearance above and below the drive for vertical airflow. For side-by-side mounting, ensure the cabinet ambient temperature does not exceed 40 deg C to avoid automatic power derating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarthing and Shielding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTo ensure the H4 RFI filter functions correctly, the motor cable must be shielded. Connect the shield to the drive's metal decoupling plate using a 360-degree clamp. Ensure the drive housing has a low-impedance connection to the system's protective earth (PE) busbar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection and Fusing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAlways install the drive with the recommended semiconductor fuses or a thermal-magnetic circuit breaker to protect the input bridge. 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