Built-in functionality for enhanced control
Although extremely compact in size, the VACON® 20 is packed with functionality to help improve system performance and cost efficiency.
Fast installation and set-up are possible due to easy-access terminals, integral DIN rail mounting and the parameter copying tool which can clone settings without needing mains power. The parameter list can be freely modified and application-specific parameter sets and default settings can be created. PLC functionality means individual control logic can be built into the drive and unused I/O options can be used for other machine-related tasks.
The built-in RS-485 interface provides a cost-effective and simple serial-control interface for the drive. With optional modules, VACON 20 can be connected to almost any fieldbus system based on RS-485 or Ethernet, including Profibus DP, CANOpen, DeviceNet, Profinet I/O, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP/IP and Ethernet IP.
Available in all common voltages and in a wide power range, VACON 20 optimizes the performance of, for example, vertical-movement, packaging, material-handling and flow-control applications in various process industries around the globe.
Supply voltages and power range
- 1 x 115 V...0.25-1.1 kW
- 1 x 208-240 V...0.25-2.2 kW
- 3 x 208-240 V...0.25-11 kW
- 3 x 380-480 V...0.37-18.5 kW
Features and benefits
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Individual and customized control due to built-in PLC functionality
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Optimized performance in demanding environments thanks to unique passive cooling system
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Fits into the tightest of spaces due to its slender economical design
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Supports asynchronous induction as well as permanent magnet synchronous motors
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Dedicated functionality to improve flow control in building-automation applications
Technical documentation for VACON® 20.
Marine type approvals for VLT® and VACON® AC drives
Product certificates for VACON® 20.
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Documents
| Type | Name | Language | Valid for | Updated | Download | File type |
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3D models and drawings
| Type | Name | Language | Updated | Download | File type |
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| Dimensional drawing | MCAD VACON 20 MI01 IP21 | 17 Dec, 2025 | 278.1 KB | ||
| Dimensional drawing | MCAD VACON 20 MI01 IP21 | 17 Dec, 2025 | 985.2 KB | .dwg | |
| Dimensional drawing | MCAD VACON 20 MI02 IP21 | 17 Dec, 2025 | 315.4 KB | ||
| Dimensional drawing | MCAD VACON 20 MI02 IP21 | 17 Dec, 2025 | 859.0 KB | .dwg | |
| Dimensional drawing | MCAD VACON 20 MI03 IP21 | 17 Dec, 2025 | 303.2 KB | ||
| Dimensional drawing | MCAD VACON 20 MI03 IP21 | 17 Dec, 2025 | 2.0 MB | .dwg | |
| Dimensional drawing | MCAD VACON 20 MI04 IP21 | 17 Dec, 2025 | 259.0 KB | ||
| Dimensional drawing | MCAD VACON 20 MI04 IP21 | 17 Dec, 2025 | 930.1 KB | .dwg | |
| Dimensional drawing | MCAD VACON 20 MI05 IP21 | 17 Dec, 2025 | 272.9 KB | ||
| Dimensional drawing | MCAD VACON 20 MI05 IP21 | 17 Dec, 2025 | 1.3 MB | .dwg |
Software
| Type | Software Characteristic | Name | Version | Language | Released | Status | Download | File type |
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| System software | AC drive firmware | VACON® 20 Firmware | 016 | English | 27 Feb, 2020 | Released | 1.8 MB | .zip |
| Application software | VACON® 20 Pump and Fan Application | 100 | English | 09 Jan, 2017 | Released | 6.0 MB | .zip | |
| Software tools | VACON® Live | 1.1.21.0 | English | 26 Sept, 2022 | Released | 61.7 MB | .zip | |
| System software | Option and fieldbus firmware | VACON® OPT-E3/E5 PROFIBUS DP Firmware | 011 | English | 06 Jun, 2024 | Released | 3.7 MB | .zip |
| System software | Option and fieldbus firmware | VACON® OPT-E6 CANopen Firmware | 015 | English | 16 Sept, 2025 | Released | 2.6 MB | .zip |
| System software | Option and fieldbus firmware | VACON® OPT-E7 DeviceNet Firmware | 007 | English | 05 Nov, 2020 | Released | 2.2 MB | .zip |
| System software | Option and fieldbus firmware | VACON® OPT-E9 DualPort Ethernet Firmware | 014 | English | 16 Sept, 2025 | Released | 16.3 MB | .zip |
| System software | Option and fieldbus firmware | VACON® OPT-EC EtherCAT Firmware | 005 | English | 11 Aug, 2022 | Released | 2.9 MB | .zip |
| System software | Firmware | VACON® OPTE2/E8 RS485 MultiProtocol | 004 | English | 16 Sept, 2025 | Released | 2.2 MB | .zip |
| System software | Fieldbus configuration file | VACON® OPTE3/E5 PROFIBUS GSD | 01 | English | 07 Jun, 2022 | Released | 13.4 KB | .zip |
| System software | Fieldbus configuration file | VACON® OPTE6 CANopen EDS | 01 | English | 19 Jan, 2021 | Released | 116.8 KB | .zip |
| System software | Fieldbus configuration file | VACON® OPTE7 DeviceNet EDS | 01 | English | 05 Mar, 2020 | Released | 8.7 KB | .zip |
| System software | Fieldbus configuration file | VACON® OPTE9 EtherNet/IP EDS | 01 | English | 02 Sept, 2020 | Released | 72.1 KB | .zip |
| System software | Fieldbus configuration file | VACON® OPTE9 PROFINET IO GSDML | 01 | English | 02 Apr, 2020 | Released | 204.3 KB | .zip |
| System software | Library | VACON® OPTE9/EA EtherNet/IP Add-on Instructions | 01 | English | 15 Feb, 2018 | Released | 531.9 KB | .zip |
| System software | Option and fieldbus firmware | VACON® OPTEA Advanced Dual Port Ethernet Firmware | 011 | English | 25 Nov, 2025 | Released | 16.8 MB | .zip |
| System software | Configuration file | VACON® OPTEA PROFINET IO GSDML | 2.43 | English | 01 Dec, 2025 | Released | 242.5 KB | .zip |
| System software | Fieldbus configuration file | VACON® OPTEC EtherCAT ESI | 01 | English | 19 Feb, 2020 | Released | 381.4 KB | .zip |
| Software tools | VACON® Save | 2.3.5 | English | 10 Jan, 2016 | Released | 1.5 MB | .zip |
Related applications
Conveyors, extruders and packaging machines, textile winders, processing and washing machines, fans and pumps.
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