The VLT® AutomationDrive – it’s a familiar name. Containing half a century of drives expertise, it is continually chosen for its versatility and respected for its reliability.
It may have been around for a while. But that doesn’t mean it hasn’t evolved. Far from it. The VLT® AutomationDrive FC 300 Series is now tougher and more intelligent than it has ever been before.
Built to last
Modular and adaptable, the VLT® AutomationDrive fits into any environment. Featuring the extremely compact new generation D- and E-enclosures and a wider operating temperature range – from -25°C to +50°C (-13°F to +122°F) – without derating, this robust drive operates effectively and reliably even with the most demanding applications and in the most challenging environments. Additionally, a full range of 690V rated drives, options for ruggedization and high environmental class enclosures means that even the more challenging applications found in the Chemical and Marine industries are well served with the robust VLT® AutomationDrive.
Packed with innovation
The VLT® AutomationDrive features both hardware and software enhancements that maximize performance and provide a level of application flexibility that truly boosts your business.
The Integrated Motion Controller (IMC) provides advanced functionality to perform high-precision positioning or synchronization with asynchronous or PM motors with or without an encoder connection. Not only does the IMC save cost when your application doesn’t require the dynamic performance of a servo drive – such as rotary tables, cutting machines and packaging machines – but it also saves time due to the commissioning process requiring no advanced programming.
Additionally, the Motion Control Options provide a way to replace mechanical controls with intelligent, energy-saving electronic solutions that result in reliable, high-quality processes that increase productivity and performance. With these options, it’s possible to add electronic cam control with the VLT® Motion Control Option MCO 305, reducing system and maintenance costs, or increase the capacity of applications such as palletizers with the VLT® Synchronizing Controller MCO 350. Regardless of your need, utilizing these options with your VLT® AutomationDrive increases control and operational efficiency, providing a faster return on your investment.
When safety is your foremost concern, the VLT® AutomationDrive also offers many options to tailor your drive to meet your functional safety needs. From the standard Safe Torque Off (PL d, SIL 2) to the VLT® Safety Option MCB 150 and MCB 151 options that include several safe speed options, such as Safe Limited Speed (SLS) or the addition of PROFIsafe with the VLT® Safety Option MCB 152, there are several ways to meet your functional safety needs. We also have made safety commissioning easy using visual instructions within the VLT® Motion Control Tool MCT 10 that ensures both fault-free wiring and that safety parameters are correctly transferred from the PC to the drive. MCT 10 also offers easy diagnosis and the creation of a dynamic commissioning report required for safety acceptance tests.
Seamlessly into the future
Smart factories are at the heart of Industry 4.0. The VLT® AutomationDrive has been designed with the built-in intelligence to fit right into this new standard. It takes full advantage of all that the new digital age brings to offer:
- web-based configuration, EDI, transparent order management
- tailormade documentation dependent on your application needs
- high-quality design and durability through embedded protective functions
- motor and system independence and adaptability
- embedded intelligence (for example, integrated motion controller, pump functions) and functional safety
- interface to cloud-based data (for example, Danfoss ecoSmart™)
As with all Danfoss drives, you’re free to equip the perfect combination of motor and fieldbus technologies with the VLT® AutomationDrive. All common motor technologies – Asynchronous, Permanent Magnet (IPM and SPM), Synchronous Reluctance and Permanent Magnet Assisted Synchronous Reluctance – are supported giving you the assurance that, no matter your application, it completely fulfills your requirements and optimizes your processes throughout the entire lifecycle.
Author: Jake Roeder, Global Product Marketing Manager, Danfoss Drives