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Danfoss VLT MCD 500 Pocket Manual

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  • Page 1 Pocket Guide VLT® Soft Starter – the single speed drive www.vlt-drives.danfoss.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Sealed Enclosures ........................ 32 Primary Resistance Starters ..................... 32 Short Circuit Protection, Type 1 ..................33 Short Circuit Protection, Type 2 ..................34 Semiconductor Fuse Selection, Type 2 ................ 35 Slip-Ring Motors ........................38 Soft Braking ........................... 39 Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...
  • Page 4 MCD 200 with MCD Remote Operator Option ............52 MCD 200 Modbus Option ....................53 MCD 200 DeviceNet Option ....................55 MCD 200 Profibus Option ....................56 MCD 200 USB Option ......................57 Glossary Glossary ............................ 58 Abbreviations ......................... 63 Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 5: Warnings

    • High altitude installation (> 1000 m) • High ambient temperatures (> 40˚ C) • High and/or frequent operating overloads • High start frequency • Slip-ring motor operation • Part speed operation • Horizontal mounting of the starter Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 6: Common Applications

    • Drilling machine • Dust collector • Edger • Escalator • Fan, centrifugal (damped) • Fan, centrifugal (undamped) • Grinder • Hydraulic power pack • Mill, ball • Mill, hammer • Mill, roller • Milliscreen • Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...
  • Page 7 • Sander • Saw, band • Saw, circular • Shredder • Separator, liquids • Separator, solids • Slabber • Slicer • Travelator • Tumbler/Dryer • Vibrating screen • Winch • Wire draw machine (hydraulic) • Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 8: Mcd Soft Starter Features And Specifications

    • Plug & play with MCD 500 • Enclosure: 7.5 ~ 55 kW IP 20, • Copy/ paste of parameters 60 ~ 800 kW IP 00 • Multiple monitoring setup • Door-mount kit – 3 m cable • IP 65 (NEMA 12) Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...
  • Page 9 • Current: 7.5 kW ~ 110 kW @400 V • Mains voltage: 200 ~ 575 VAC • Supply frequency: 45 ~ 66 Hz • Enclosure: 7.5 ~ 55 kW IP 20, 75 ~ 110 kW IP00 Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...
  • Page 10 MCD 100 • Current: 1.5 kW ~ 11 kW @400 V • Mains voltage: 208 ~ 600 VAC • Control voltage: 24 – 480 VAC/VDC • Enclosure: 1.5 ~ 11 kW IP 20 10 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 11: Current Ratings

    MCD5-0790C 790 (1185) 714 (1072) 579 (869) MCD5-0744B 744 (1116) 606 (910) 516 (774) MCD5-0826B 826 (1239) 684 (1026) 571 (857) MCD5-0927C 930 (1395) 829 (1244) 661 (992) MCD5-0961B 961 (1441) 796 (1194) 664 (997) Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...
  • Page 12 MCD 201-055 MCD 201-075 MCD 201-090 MCD 201-110 MCD 202-007 MCD 202-015 MCD 202-018 MCD 202-022 MCD 202-030 Consult Danfoss MCD 202-037 for suitability MCD 202-045 MCD 202-055 MCD 202-075 MCD 202-090 MCD 202-110 12 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 13: Soft Starter Sizing

    1070 2499 1447 1250 1100 1140 2656 1537 1328 1168 1250 2812 1628 1406 1237 1275 2968 1718 1484 1306 1000 1340 3124 1809 1562 1375 1041 Note: Information is based on a 4-pole motor Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 14: Adaptive Acceleration Control

    AAC is largely unaffected by changes in load, and is particularly suitable for pumping situations. AAC offers three starting and stopping profiles: early, constant and late acceleration/deceleration. EARLY LATE CONSTANT CONSTANT LATE EARLY TIME AAC is only available on MCD 500 soft starters. 14 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 15: Ac53 Utilisation Codes

    (not passing current) between starts. Danfoss soft starters provide a relay output, which can be used to control the main contactor. Ensure that the inrush VA rating of the contactor coil does not exceed the rating of the soft starter’s relay input.

  • Page 16: Auto-Transformer Starters

    • Details of other soft starters on the supply bus. Are these failing? • If the soft starter trips, details of the code and mode of operation • The installation’s power and control schematic diagram 16 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 17: Braking

    Soft braking causes less motor heating and provides more braking torque for a given current than DC braking, and is better for extremely high inertia loads (e.g. band saw and circular saw applications). Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 18: Bypass Contactor

    MCD 500 soft starters are internally bypassed up to 500 kW. Non-bypassed models include relay outputs to control an external bypass contactor. Dedicated bypass terminals mean motor protection still operates even when the starter is bypassed. 18 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 19: Cabling

    2. Inside delta motor circuit cable rating > motor FLC x 0.7 Installation factors (including grouping, ambient temperature, method of installation and single or parallel cabling) may affect the cable’s current rating. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines and derate appropriately. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...
  • Page 20 For distances greater than 500 metres or when using parallel cabling, cable capacitance may be a factor. If in doubt, please contact Danfoss with details of the soft starter model, mains voltage and frequency. If you want to use standard products, we recommend using Line Reactors.

  • Page 21: Extreme Conditions

    If the soft starter will be used outside these conditions, the rating must be revised according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Ratings for Danfoss soft starters are published in the soft starter’s Operating Instructions. Alternatively, WinStart can be used to model requirements outside the published ratings.

  • Page 22: Flying Loads

    FULL-ON state”. No special considerations or filtering are required for soft start applications. All MCD soft starters comply with the EMC directive on radiofrequency emissions and immunity. 22 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 23: Ip Ratings

    • MCD200-075 ~ MCD200-110 is IP 00 MCD5-0245: 175G5663 IP 20 with optional finger guard kit, MCD5-0360~0927: 175G5664 Order code 175G9007 MCD5-1200~1600: 175G5665 • MCD5-0021 ~ MCD5-0105 is IP 20 MCD5-0245~0396B: 175G5730 • MCD5-0131 ~ MCD5-1600 is IP 00 MCD5-0469~0961B: 175G5731 Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 24: Nema Ratings

    IP 65 water, oil and non-corrosive liquids. Warning: Conversion from NEMA to IEC (IP) degrees of enclosure not to be used for converting from IEC to NEMA. Please refer to NEMA publication 250, 2003. 24 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 25: Inside Delta Connection

    MCCB and extra cabling. MCD 200 soft starters cannot be installed using inside delta connection. MCD 500 soft starters have built-in support for inside delta connection. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 26: Key Benefits

    DC braking. Other features such as built-in protection for the motor and system, and metering and monitoring options, can reduce the overall installed cost of the equipment and reduce the long-term maintenance requirement. 26 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 27: Line Contactor

    AC3 rated for the motor FLC. The line contactor can be controlled via the soft starter’s relay output. The inrush VA rating of the contactor coil must not exceed the rating of the soft starter’s relay output. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 28: Minimum Start Current

    Successful start: Unsuccessful start: Start current can be estimated based on previous experience, or the motor and load speed/torque curves can be analysed for a precise calculation. 28 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 29: Multiple Motors

    The ad- ditional installation costs may be greater than the cost of individual soft starters. * This control method is complex and would require the use of a PLC or smart relay. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 30: Power Factor Correction

    This information is usually available from the motor datasheet. The MCD 202 overload protection can be set to match the motors thermal capability using the motors locked rotor time (cold). 30 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 31: Jog

    MCD 500 soft starters offer a part speed function that runs the motor at slow speed in either forward or reverse direction, without a reversing contactor. Reverse operation is limited to short periods at a fixed slow speed. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 32: Sealed Enclosures

    Primary resistance starters are large and expensive, and liquid resistance starters require frequent maintenance. 32 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 33: Short Circuit Protection, Type 1

    150 – 200% * Consult the manufacturer’s specification. Maximum fuse ratings for Type 1 motor protection are specified in UL and IEC standards. Fuse Rating (% Motor FLC) Fuse (non-time delayed) 300% Fuse (time delayed) 175% Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 34: Short Circuit Protection, Type 2

    Semiconductor fuses for Type 2 circuit protection are additional to HRC fuses or MCCBs that form part of the motor branch circuit protection. Refer to the soft starter’s Design Guide for semiconductor fuse recommendations. 34 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 35: Semiconductor Fuse Selection, Type 2

    MCD200-030 170M-1319 180 FM 18000 MCD200-037 170M-1321 250 FM 51200 MCD200-045 170M-1321 250 FM 80000 MCD200-055 170M-1321 250 FM 97000 MCD200-075 170M-1322 500 FMM 168000 MCD200-090 170M-3022 500 FMM 245000 MCD200-110 170M-3022 500 FMM 320000 Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...
  • Page 36 • Semiconductor fuses listed below are manufactured by Bussman and should be ordered directly from Bussman or their local supplier. Instruction for selection for alternative semi-conductor fuses is available from Danfoss. 1.1.1. Bussman Fuses – Square Body (170M) Supply Voltage...
  • Page 37 630FMM* –– MCD5-0790C 2530000 –– –– –– MCD5-0927C 4500000 –– –– –– MCD5-1200C 4500000 –– –– –– MCD5-1410C 6480000 –– –– –– MCD5-1600C 12500000 –– –– –– * Two parallel connected fuses required per phase. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 38: Slip-Ring Motors

    (AC2 rated for rotor current) once the motor is running close to full speed. Rotor resistance (R) can be sized using the following formula: Where V = open circuit rotor voltage = full load rotor current 38 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 39: Soft Braking

    Soft starters can also use ‘DC braking’ to reduce the stopping time, but soft braking causes less motor heating and provides more braking torque for a given current, and is better for extremely high inertia loads (e.g. band saw and circular saw applications). Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 40: Star/Delta Starters

    However, star/delta starters may be cheaper than a soft starter and they may limit the start current to a lower level than a soft starter when used on an extremely light load. However, severe current and torque transients may still occur. 40 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...
  • Page 41 If the soft starter does not support inside delta connection, connect the delta connection to the output side of the soft starter. MCD 500 soft starters include built-in support for inside delta connection. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 42: Thermal Model Protection

    They offer only limited adjustment and the trip curves do not closely match motor heating. Inverse time-current protection also does not allow for motor temperature before the overload. 42 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 43: Two Speed Motors

    MCD 201 soft starters are designed for use with external motor protection devices and are ideal for two-speed motor applications. MCD 202 soft starters have motor protection built in and are less suitable for two-speed applications. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 44: Types Of Soft Starter

    3. Soft starters which control all three phases provide the maximum level of soft start control and are the only soft start solution that is suitable for severe duty applications. 44 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 45: Mcd Bus Options - General Notes

    The following information is a general guide to MCD 500 and MCD 200 bus options. Refer to the relevant installation instructions and users manual for more detail. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 46: Mcd 500 With Mcd Remote Operator Option

    3 metres away from the starter, for control and monitoring. The starter can be controlled and programmed from either the remote LCP or the LCP on the starter. Both displays show the same information. 46 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...
  • Page 47 • Control Panel VLT® LCP 501 is not compatible with MCD 200 soft starters. • Upgrade kit is available to enable use with MCD 500 v9 and earlier. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 48: Mcd 500 Modbus Option

    Modbus RTU network. • The Modbus Module is powered by the MCD 500. • For more information about operating the MCD Modbus Module, refer to the Installation Instructions (MG.17.Fx.02), located at www.danfoss.com/drives. 48 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 49: Mcd 500 Devicenet Option

    • The DeviceNet Module is powered via the network cable. • The MCD DeviceNet Module is ODVA tested and certified. • For more information on the MCD DeviceNet Module, refer to the Installation Instructions (MG.17.Hx.02), located at www.danfoss.com/drives. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 50: Mcd 500 Profibus Option

    • The PROFIBUS Module requires an external 24 VDC auxiliary supply. • The MCD PROFIBUS Module is PROFIBUS tested and certified. • For more information on the MCD PROFIBUS Module, refer to the Installation Instructions (MG.17.Gx.02) at www.danfoss.com/ drives 50 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 51: Mcd 500 Usb Option

    • Driver software must be installed before the USB Module can be used (supplied with the module on CD-ROM). • For more information on the MCD USB Module, refer to the Installation Instructions (MI.17.Cx.02) located at www.danfoss. com/drives Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 52: Mcd 200 With Mcd Remote Operator Option

    • The Serial Interface Module is powered by the MCD 200. The Remote Operator requires an external 18-30 VAC/DC auxiliary supply. • For more information on the MCD Remote Operator, refer to the User Manual (MG.17.Ex.02)) located at www.danfoss.com/drives. 52 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 53: Mcd 200 Modbus Option

    Modbus RTU network. • The Modbus Module is powered-up by the MCD 200. • For more information about operating the MCD Modbus Module, refer to the Installation Instructions (MG.17.Fx.02), located at www.danfoss.com/drives. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...
  • Page 54 Remote Operator requires an external 18-30 VAC/DC auxiliary supply. • For more information about operating the MCD Remote Operator as a Modbus RTU gateway, refer to the Installation Instructions (MG.17.Fx.02), Appendix A, located at www.danfoss.com/drives. 54 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 55: Mcd 200 Devicenet Option

    • The DeviceNet Module is powered via the network cable. • The MCD DeviceNet Module is ODVA tested and certified. • For more information on the MCD DeviceNet Module, refer to the Installation Instructions (MG.17.Hx.02), located at www.danfoss.com/drives. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 56: Mcd 200 Profibus Option

    • The Profibus Module requires and external 24 VDC auxiliary supply. • The MCD Profibus Module is Profibus tested and certified. • For more information on the MCD Profibus Module, refer to the Installation Instructions (MG.17.Gx.02) at www.danfoss.com/drives. 56 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 57: Mcd 200 Usb Option

    • Driver software must be installed before the USB Module can be used (supplied with the module on CD-ROM). • For more information on the MCD USB Module, refer to the Installation Instructions (MI.17.Cx.02) located at www.danfoss.com/drives Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...

  • Page 58: Glossary

    Crusher, cone – a crusher consisting of two cones inside each other. Material is fed into the top of the large, outer cone and is broken into progressively smaller pieces by the rotation of the inverted inner cone. 58 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...
  • Page 59 Full load torque – the amount of torque a motor will produce when operating fully loaded and at full speed. Grinder – a machine which reduces the size of small particles through compression and attrition. For machines operating on larger items, see Crusher. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...
  • Page 60 Material is passed between two horizontal rollers which rotate in opposite directions, crushing the material into smaller pieces. Milliscreen – a machine which separates solids from slurry, using an inclined rotating drum with perforated sides. Mixer – a machine which combines ingredients. 60 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...
  • Page 61 Re-pulper – a machine which re-pulps raw product for further processing. Rotary table – a large rotating table which is used to sort or move material. Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...
  • Page 62 Smaller particles fall through gaps in the plane. Winch – a machine which winds ropes or cables. Wire draw machine – a machine which draws metal wire through progressively narrower dies to create finer wire. 62 | Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02...

  • Page 63: Abbreviations

    HRC – High Rupturing Capacity IP – Ingress Protection kW – Kilowatt LRC – Locked Rotor Current MCCB – Moulded Case Circuit Breaker PFC – Power Factor Correction SCR – Silicon Controlled Rectifier TVR – Time Voltage Ramp Danfoss Drives · DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 |...
  • Page 64 DKDD.PB.551.A1.02 © Copyright Danfoss Drives | 2015.10...

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