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The curve represents the limit under which the current must be kept to prevent overheating of the motor.

New current limiting feature for ignition protection

27 January 2011
Danfoss VLT Drives introduces a new current limiting feature for the VLT® AutomationDrive. The feature makes it easier to apply "Ex-e" motors instead of the more expensive "Ex-d" motors.
The feature assures that the VLT® drive will limit motor current to prevent the motor to heat up.

Easy set-up
The feature is easy to use. In the control panel of the drive there is a parameter where you can enter relevant data from the motor nameplate. From this data, the drive creates a "loft" that limits the current provided dependant upon the motor speed.
The VLT® PTC Thermistor Card MCB 112 (which handles PTC thermistor monitoring), facilitates that motors with Ex e ignition protection are operated in compliance with the provisions of ATEX Directive 94/9/EC.
Advantages of the new solution in a nutshell
The new feature offers more than just an economical and flexible alternative to existing solutions. It opens the way to attractive energy savings by increasing the cost effectiveness of speed controlled applications, especially pumps and fans.

Uncomplicated
Flexible use of speed control with motors having "Increased Safety" ignition protection.

Compact
Distinctly smaller frame size, lower weight and lower costs compared to speed control of motors with flameproof enclosures.
Flexible
Easy mix and match, resulting in smaller stocks of motors and converters.

Economical
Lower investment costs enable faster payback when speed control is used to achieve energy savings.

Universal
Universal solution for the power range of 0.4 to 1200 kW with 400, 500 or 690 V supply voltage.

NB!
No need for matched pairs
Suitable for operation of Ex-d/de and Ex-e motors without the need for matched pairs of motors and drives.