Energy-efficient motor control
The VLT® AutomationDrive FC 360 is a compact, space-saving, general-purpose AC drive available in 5 frame sizes. Designed with ease-of-use, reliability and flexibility in mind, the basic, yet comprehensive features provide precise and energy-efficient motor control for a wide range of industrial applications.
The VLT® AutomationDrive is designed to perform reliably in harsh environments. The coated PCB reduces dust, moisture and particle issues and the maximum operating temperature is 55C. Built-in features, such as PID controller, EMC filter, DC choke and brake chopper to 22 kW, save costs and installation space. IP 20 protection, a removable fan and an enhanced numerical display ensure fast setup and simpler maintenance.
Supply voltages and power range
- 3 x 380 – 480 V 0.37 – 75 kW
Features and benefits
Reliable operation in many environments due ambient temperature of 50°C, unique cooling concept and coated PCB
5–15% energy savings and reduced operational costs due to Automatic Energy Optimizer function
Fast cleaning and extended lifetime thanks to removable cooling fan
No need for external controller due to built-in PID controller
Fast and easy commissioning as a result of enhanced numerical display and clear application selection guidance
Documents
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| Installation guide | Blind Cover | English | Multiple | 01 Nov, 2015 | 187.1 KB | |
| Certificate | Certificate of Conformity, LCP 102 | English | Multiple | 14 Sep, 2022 | 2.2 MB | |
| Certificate | Certificate of Conformity, LCP 21 | English | Multiple | 19 Oct, 2022 | 2.1 MB | |
| Installation guide | Control Card Installation Guide | English | Multiple | 04 Sep, 2023 | 1.9 MB | |
| Certificate | EAC_Certificate | English | Multiple | 27 Dec, 2022 | 1.3 MB | |
| Certificate | El. Safety, EMC/Low Voltage Directive | English | Multiple | 01 Aug, 2022 | 2.6 MB | |
| Certificate | ESMA ECAS Certificate E20-07-003509 | English | Multiple | 01 Sep, 2020 | 843.2 KB | |
| Certificate | EU Declaration of Conformity MCE 101 | English | Multiple | 01 Nov, 2019 | 356.8 KB | |
| Certificate | EU Declaration of Conformity MCE 101 | English | Multiple | 01 Aug, 2022 | 1.9 MB | |
| Certificate | EU Declaration of Conformity RCM | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2019 | 413.4 KB | |
| Certificate | FC 360 PROFIBUS 01962 | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2019 | 316.2 KB | |
| Installation guide | FC 360 PROFIBUS/PROFINET Decoupling Kit | English | Multiple | 01 May, 2015 | 419.5 KB | |
| Installation guide | Graphical LCP Adapter | English | Multiple | 01 Nov, 2015 | 180.0 KB | |
| Installation guide | IP21/Type 1 Conversion Kit (J6 & J7) | English | Multiple | 09 Dec, 2015 | 258.4 KB | |
| Certificate | ISO 9001 Drives BV 500F1065en | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2019 | 627.9 KB | |
| Certificate | Manufacturer's Declaration Short circuit | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2020 | 874.4 KB | |
| Certificate | Manufacturers decl., aircraft shipping | English | Multiple | 01 Dec, 2018 | 404.9 KB | |
| Certificate | Manufacturers declar. on PROFIBUS HW&SW | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2021 | 841.0 KB | |
| Certificate | Manufacturers Declaration Warranty | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2019 | 1.0 MB | |
| Certificate | MCA 120 PROFISBUS_Z10899 | English | Multiple | 11 Oct, 2022 | 81.4 KB | |
| Installation guide | Numeric Local Control Panel | English | Multiple | 01 Nov, 2015 | 300.8 KB | |
| Certificate | PELV Manufacturers Declaration | English | Multiple | 01 Aug, 2018 | 369.2 KB | |
| Installation guide | Power Control Card Supply Cable and Temp | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2014 | 308.8 KB | |
| Programming guide | PROFIBUS DP FC 360 | English | Multiple | 31 Aug, 2016 | 1.3 MB | |
| Programming guide | PROFINET | English | Multiple | 01 Apr, 2017 | 1.6 MB | |
| Installation guide | Protective Cover of Power Terminal IG | English | Multiple | 01 Nov, 2021 | 468.2 KB | |
| Service guide | VLT ® AutomationDrive FC 360 | English | Multiple | 09 Jan, 2014 | 10.3 MB | |
| Service guide | VLT ® AutomationDrive FC 360 Service Man | English | Multiple | 29 Nov, 2012 | 2.0 MB | |
| Service guide | VLT ® AutomationDrive FC 360 Service Man | English | Multiple | 25 Jan, 2013 | 3.4 MB | |
| Operating guide | VLT Automation drive FC360 J8-J9_OG | English | Multiple | 29 May, 2023 | 6.2 MB | |
| Operating guide | VLT AutomationDrive FC 360 (0.37–90 kW) | English | Multiple | 12 Jul, 2023 | 3.4 MB | |
| Design guide | VLT Brake Resistor MCE 101 | English | Multiple | 13 Sep, 2016 | 6.7 MB | |
| Installation guide | VLT FC 360 Decoupling Plate Kit | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2014 | 809.8 KB | |
| Programming guide | VLT® AutomationDrive FC 360 | English | Multiple | 01 Dec, 2018 | 3.3 MB | |
| Service guide | VLT® AutomationDrive FC 360 | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2019 | 9.5 MB | |
| Service guide | VLT® AutomationDrive FC 360 | English | Multiple | 09 Jan, 2015 | 9.7 MB | |
| Design guide | VLT® AutomationDrive FC 360 | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2019 | 2.5 MB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® AutomationDrive FC 360 | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2019 | 5.4 MB | |
| Fact sheet | VLT® AutomationDrive FC 360 | English | Multiple | 14 Feb, 2019 | 284.1 KB | |
| Brochure | VLT® AutomationDrive FC 360 slct.guide | English | Multiple | 14 Feb, 2019 | 3.5 MB | |
| Design guide | VLT® Brake Resistor MCE 101 | English | Multiple | 08 May, 2014 | 8.5 MB | |
| Fact sheet | VLT® Brake Resistor MCE 101 | English | Multiple | 30 Mar, 2017 | 913.0 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® Control Panel LCP 23 IG | English | Multiple | 07 Nov, 2022 | 917.6 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® FC 360 Connector Cradle | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2014 | 159.9 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® FC 360 Control Cassette | English | Multiple | 01 May, 2015 | 441.9 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® FC 360 Encoder Option MCB 102 | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2014 | 310.9 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® FC 360 Fan Extension Cable | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2014 | 293.5 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® FC 360 Fan Replacement | English | Multiple | 17 Jan, 2014 | 373.3 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® FC 360 Front Cover | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2014 | 337.7 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® FC 360 Insulation Foil 30-75 kW | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2014 | 137.5 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® FC 360 Mains, Motor, DC-Link Term. | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2014 | 539.1 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® FC 360 Power Control Card Power C. | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2014 | 167.6 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® FC 360 Resolver Option MCB 103 | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2014 | 311.3 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® FC 360 RFI Auxiliary Card 30-75 kW | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2014 | 152.4 KB | |
| Installation guide | VLT® LCP Remote Mounting Kit | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2013 | 151.3 KB | |
| Case story | Wheat biofuel refinery UK | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2020 | 534.6 KB |
3D models and drawings
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| M-Drawing | MCAD FC 360 J1 IP20 | 01 Jun, 2020 | 50.7 MB | STP | |
| M-Drawing | MCAD FC 360 J2 IP20 | 01 Jun, 2020 | 54.2 MB | STP | |
| M-Drawing | MCAD FC 360 J3 IP20 | 01 Jun, 2020 | 62.5 MB | STP | |
| M-Drawing | MCAD FC 360 J4 IP20 | 01 Jun, 2020 | 71.3 MB | STP | |
| M-Drawing | MCAD FC 360 J5 IP20 | 01 Jun, 2020 | 82.3 MB | STP | |
| M-Drawing | MCAD FC 360 J6 IP20 | 01 Jun, 2020 | 58.2 MB | STP | |
| M-Drawing | MCAD FC 360 J7 IP20 | 01 Jun, 2020 | 42.7 MB | STP | |
| M-Drawing | MCAD VLT Blind Cover FC280 FC360 | 01 Feb, 2019 | 1.3 MB | DXF | |
| M-Drawing | MCAD VLT Blind Cover FC280 FC360 | 01 Feb, 2019 | 672.8 KB | STP | |
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| M-Drawing | MCAD VLT Control Panel LCP 21 | 01 Feb, 2019 | 3.0 MB | DXF | |
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| E-Drawing | Wiring Schematic FC 360 | 01 Jun, 2017 | 59.9 KB |
Software
| Type | Name | Language | Updated | Version | Status | Download | File type |
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| PLC LIBRARIES | VLT® AOI for Rockwell Studio 5000 | 17 Dec, 2019 | 1.00 | RL | 7.2 MB | ZIP | |
| PLC LIBRARIES | VLT® Library for B&R Automation | 17 Dec, 2019 | 1.00 | RL | 7.1 MB | ZIP | |
| PLC LIBRARIES | VLT® Library for TIA Portal | 17 Dec, 2019 | 1.12 | RL | 11.9 MB | ZIP | |
| PLC LIBRARIES | VLT® Library for TwinCAT 3 | 17 Dec, 2019 | 1.12 | RL | 8.4 MB | ZIP | |
| PLC LIBRARIES | VLT® Library for Unity Pro | 17 Dec, 2019 | 1.00 | RL | 9.7 MB | ZIP | |
| Software Tools | VLT® Motion Control Tool MCT10 | 06 Sep, 2021 | 5.30 | PR | 846.7 MB | ZIP | |
| Software Tools | VLT® Motion Control Tool MCT10 | 22 Feb, 2022 | 5.40 | PR | 874.9 MB | ZIP | |
| Software Tools | VLT® Motion Control Tool MCT10 | 14 Jul, 2022 | 5.50 | RL | 944.1 MB | ZIP | |
| Software Tools | VLT® Motion Control Tool MCT31 | 17 Oct, 2017 | 2.0.4 | RL | 25.2 MB | ZIP |
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Contact us
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