Danfoss 175G5510 VLT Soft Starter MCD50181BT5G2X00CV1 soft starter for controlled starting and stopping of industrial three-phase motors with 181 A operational current.
The Danfoss 175G5510 is a powerful VLT® Soft Starter MCD 500 engineered to provide intelligent starting and stopping of three-phase induction motors in demanding industrial environments. With the type code MCD5-0195B-T5-G2X-00-CV1, this advanced soft starter combines adaptive motor control, integrated bypass technology and comprehensive motor protection to maximise equipment reliability and efficiency.
Designed for industrial automation, OEM machinery and heavy-duty process applications, the MCD 500 series reduces electrical inrush current and mechanical shock during motor acceleration and deceleration. Its Adaptive Acceleration Control automatically optimises the starting profile to suit the connected load, extending motor and equipment life while reducing maintenance costs.
With a 195 A rated operational current, a three-phase 200-525 V AC mains supply and a 24 V AC/DC control supply, the Danfoss 175G5510 is ideal for pumps, compressors, conveyors, fans, crushers and other demanding industrial machinery. The integrated bypass contactor improves efficiency by minimising heat generation once the motor reaches full operating speed.
The Danfoss MCD 500 soft starter gradually controls the voltage supplied to the motor during acceleration and deceleration. This significantly reduces starting current, torque shock and mechanical wear while improving the reliability of connected equipment and reducing maintenance requirements.
Comprehensive protection features continuously monitor motor overload, phase loss, current imbalance, excessive start time, supply conditions and heat sink temperature, helping maximise system uptime in demanding industrial applications.
| Power | 90 kW |
|---|---|
| Current | 195 A |
| Voltage | 24 V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| IP Rating | IP00 |
| Series | VLT® Soft Starter MCD 500 |
| Part number | 175G5510 |
| Product type | Soft starter |
| Rated current | 181 A |
| Duty rating | AC53b heavy-duty operation |
| Input voltage | 200–525 V AC |
| Input phases | 3-phase |
| Control voltage | 24 VAC/VDC |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz |
| Protection rating | IP00 |
| Mounting type | Panel mounting |
| Frame size | G2 / Frame size 2 |
| Integrated bypass | Yes |
| Motor protection | Electronic overload and thermal protection |
| Motor power range | up to approx. 90 kW at 400 V |
The Danfoss 175G5510 provides controlled starting and stopping of three-phase induction motors while reducing electrical inrush current and mechanical stress.
The unit has a 195 A rated operational current, making it suitable for demanding industrial motor applications.
The Danfoss 175G5510 operates from a three-phase 200-525 V AC mains supply.
Yes. The MCD 500 incorporates an integrated bypass contactor to improve efficiency by reducing heat generation during normal operation.
It is designed for installation inside industrial electrical control panels serving pumps, compressors, conveyors, fans and other motor-driven equipment.
Danfoss VLT® Soft Starter MCD 500 units are trusted worldwide by automation engineers, OEM machine builders and industrial maintenance professionals for delivering reliable motor protection, efficient starting performance and dependable long-term operation.
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