{"product_id":"danfoss-fc-111p4k0t4-vlt-hvac-basic-drive-variable-frequency-inverter","title":"Danfoss FC-111P4K0T4 VLT HVAC Basic Drive Variable Frequency Inverter","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFC-111P4K0T4 (FC111P4K0T4)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a high-efficiency variable speed controller designed specifically for HVAC infrastructure. Engineered for continuous operation in demanding environments such as power plants, water treatment facilities, and industrial complexes, this drive precisely regulates centrifugal pumps, fans, and air handling units. By aligning motor speed with real-time process demand, the unit eliminates inefficiencies associated with mechanical throttling. Integrating this drive into central control systems reduces grid strain, mitigates mechanical stress on couplings and belts, and prevents unscheduled downtime caused by hardware fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal architecture of this drive features robust power electronics designed for line stability under continuous load cycling. It includes built-in radio frequency interference (RFI) filters, meeting industrial emission standards without requiring external line conditioners. The proprietary H2 enclosure utilizes an isolated backplate airflow design, which channels heat away from sensitive control PCBs to prevent particulate accumulation and atmospheric corrosion. Furthermore, integrated electronic thermal overload mechanisms continuously monitor motor current, facilitating automatic tripping or current folding during phase loss or supply imbalances without the need for auxiliary external sensors.\u003c\/p\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-111P4K0T4\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\u003eTypical Shaft Power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.0 kW (5.0 hp)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtection Class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIP20 (H2 Enclosure)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContinuous Output (40 deg C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9.0 A (380-440 V) \/ 8.2 A (441-480 V)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMax Input Current\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.3 A (380-440 V) \/ 6.8 A (441-480 V)\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 50 deg C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMax Wire Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 mm squared (10 AWG)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrive Efficiency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e98.0 % (Typical)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.4 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does ambient thermal elevation affect drive output?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drive operates at nominal specifications up to 40 deg C. At temperatures between 41 deg C and 50 deg C, internal de-rating logic automatically scales down the continuous current limits to prevent thermal degradation of the IGBT modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the drive handle fluctuations between 400 V and 480 V supply lines?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal microcontrollers support a 3x380-480 V input range. The drive automatically balances the maximum continuous output current—dropping from 9.0 A to 8.2 A—to maintain power dissipation within safe design thresholds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the limitations regarding power cabling cross-sections?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mains and motor terminals accept copper conductors up to a maximum size of 4 mm squared (10 AWG). Exceeding this wire size may cause permanent damage to the clamping assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Commissioning \u0026amp; Safety Protocols\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Clearances:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMount the H2 enclosure vertically on a solid, non-flammable back panel. Provide a minimum ventilation gap of 100 mm above and below the chassis to ensure unobstructed convective heat dissipation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShield Bonding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTerminate motor cable shields using 360-degree high-frequency ground clamps directly to the metallic mounting plate. Avoid using wire pigtails for shielding, as they introduce inductive spikes that can corrupt adjacent control signals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTorque Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTighten all power connection terminals to a precise torque of 0.5 Nm. Failure to achieve this torque results in high-resistance paths, leading to terminal overheating during intermittent load peaks of up to 9.9 A.\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":53102412235115,"sku":"FC111P4K0T4","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/fc111p4k0t4-et22wetjpyl.png?v=1776137419","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/danfoss-fc-111p4k0t4-vlt-hvac-basic-drive-variable-frequency-inverter","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}