Danfoss 131B8596 VLT HVAC Drive FC-102, a 90 kW three phase variable frequency drive designed for HVAC motor control, ventilation, pumping and refrigeration applications.
£7,399.20
The Danfoss 131B8596 is a powerful and reliable HVAC variable frequency drive (VFD) designed for precise motor speed control in heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems. As part of the trusted Danfoss VLT® HVAC Drive FC-102 series, it is engineered to deliver efficient operation, dependable performance and advanced motor control for commercial and industrial HVAC applications.
This drive provides accurate variable speed control for large fans, pumps, compressors and air handling equipment, helping HVAC systems operate according to real demand. The FC-102 platform includes HVAC-focused functionality, integrated protection and straightforward commissioning features for modern building services and automation systems.
With a rated output power of 90 kW and a three-phase 380–480 V AC supply, the Danfoss 131B8596 is ideal for high-capacity HVAC motors. Its IP55 / Type 12 enclosure, RFI Class A2 (C3) filter and C2 frame format make it suitable for demanding plant rooms, mechanical services and industrial HVAC installations.
Variable frequency drives such as the Danfoss VLT® HVAC Drive FC-102 regulate motor speed by adjusting output voltage and frequency. This enables HVAC equipment to match real system demand, helping reduce energy consumption, improve airflow and pressure control, and extend the service life of motors and mechanical components.
The FC-102 series is purpose-built for ventilation, heating, cooling and refrigeration applications. Its robust IP55 enclosure, EMC filtering and high-power HVAC design make it a dependable choice for plant rooms, mechanical services and industrial building automation systems.
| Power | 90 kW |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 480 V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| IP Rating | IP55 |
| Series | VLT® HVAC Drive FC-102 |
| MPN | 131B8596 |
| Product type | HVAC variable frequency drive / frequency converter |
| Rated output power | 90 kW |
| Horsepower rating | 125 HP |
| Continuous current | 160–177 A |
| Intermittent current | 176–195 A |
| kVA rating | 123 kVA |
| Input voltage | 380–480 V AC |
| Input phases | 3-phase |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz |
| Protection rating | IP55 / Type 12 |
| EMC / RFI filter | RFI Class A2 (C3) |
| Brake chopper | No brake chopper |
| PCB coating | Not coated |
| Mains option | No mains option |
| A option | No A option |
| B option | No B option |
| C1 option | No C1 option |
| D option | No D option |
| Frame size | C2 |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 780 × 370 × 332 mm |
| Net weight | approx. 54.99 kg |
| Gross weight | approx. 58.33 kg |
| EMC Filter | Industrial |
The Danfoss 131B8596 is used to control the speed of three-phase motors in HVAC systems, including large fans, pumps, compressors, air handling units and ventilation equipment.
This drive supports motors with a rated output power of approximately 90 kW / 125 HP.
The Danfoss 131B8596 operates from a three-phase 380–480 V AC supply.
This model has an IP55 / Type 12 enclosure, making it suitable for demanding HVAC and mechanical services environments.
No. The Danfoss 131B8596 is configured with no brake chopper, making it suitable for standard HVAC fan, pump and compressor applications.
Danfoss VLT® HVAC drives are widely used by building services engineers, facilities managers and automation specialists to deliver reliable motor control, energy savings and efficient HVAC system operation.
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