Danfoss 175G5168 VLT Compact Starter MCD 201 soft starter for three-phase motors, rated 22 kW and 53 A with 200–440 V AC operation and integrated bypass functionality.
£504.00
The Danfoss 175G5168 is a compact and reliable VLT® Soft Starter MCD 201 designed to deliver controlled starting and stopping of three-phase induction motors. It reduces electrical inrush current while minimising mechanical stress on motors, gearboxes and driven equipment, helping improve reliability and extend equipment life.
Part of the trusted Danfoss VLT® MCD 201 Soft Starter series, this unit incorporates an integrated bypass contactor, compact A-frame construction and straightforward commissioning. It is ideal for OEM machine builders, panel manufacturers and industrial maintenance engineers seeking dependable motor starting with minimal control panel space.
Rated for motors up to 22 kW with a three-phase 200-440 V AC supply, the Danfoss 175G5168 is suitable for pumps, fans, conveyors, compressors and a wide range of industrial machinery. Its DIN rail or panel mounting design enables quick installation in industrial control cabinets.
Soft starters gradually increase motor voltage during start-up, significantly reducing mechanical shock, belt slip and hydraulic pressure surges. This improves equipment longevity, reduces maintenance costs and delivers smoother machine operation.
The Danfoss VLT® MCD 201 range provides a cost-effective solution wherever reliable motor starting is required without variable speed control. The integrated bypass further improves efficiency during normal operation.
| Power | 22 kW |
|---|---|
| Current | 48 A |
| Voltage | 240 V |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| IP Rating | IP20 |
| Series | VLT® Soft Starter MCD 200 |
| SKU | 175G5168 |
| Product type | Compact soft starter |
| Rated motor power | 22 kW |
| Rated current | 53 A |
| Heavy-duty current | 47 A |
| Input voltage | 200–440 V AC |
| Input phases | 3-phase |
| Control voltage | 110–240 V AC or 440 V AC |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz |
| Protection rating | IP20 |
| Mounting type | DIN rail / panel mounting |
| Frame size | A-frame |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | approx. 203 × 98 × 165 mm |
| Weight | approx. 2.3 kg |
| Operating temperature | up to 50°C without derating |
It provides controlled starting and stopping of three-phase AC motors while reducing electrical inrush current and mechanical stress.
The Danfoss 175G5168 is suitable for motors up to 22 kW.
The unit operates from a three-phase 200-440 V AC supply.
Yes. The MCD 201 incorporates an integrated bypass contactor that improves efficiency while reducing heat generation during normal running.
It is commonly installed inside industrial control panels for pumps, fans, conveyors, compressors and other motor-driven equipment.
Danfoss VLT® Soft Starters are trusted by OEMs, machine builders and maintenance engineers for dependable motor protection, compact installation and reliable performance across demanding industrial applications.
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