Energy storage and power conversion enabler
The VACON® NXP Grid Converter plays a key role in supporting clean power conversion in distributed networks with or without energy storage.
By enabling connection of energy storage to AC grids, supporting hydrogen electrolysis, and facilitating AC grids onboard vessels or island applications in remote areas, it fulfils a unique function. Without the grid converter none of these would be possible.
The grid converter facilitates load sharing and is highly versatile, for easy integration into diverse networks. Its importance cannot be overstated; use of a grid converter is a must in reaching emission targets.
Green hydrogen
In Power-to-X projects such as hydrogen electrolysis, VACON NXP Grid Converter gives you the high-efficiency power conversion with low harmonics that you need. Scalable power conversion supports you to grow your green hydrogen capabilities over time, balance the grid, and maintain low operational costs for economical hydrogen production. With an EU target of 40 GW electrolyzer capacity by 2030, this power converter is the bridge between renewable energy and hard-to-decarbonize sectors.
Smart Danfoss grid converter
VACON NXP Grid Converter for smart grids improves stability in the grid by supporting a diverse range of energy generators and energy storage systems. By enabling peak shaving, it in turn reduces the capital investment required for grid infrastructure. It is certified for grid code compliance in a wide range of countries, for fast system certification for system integrators.
Shore supply power conversion
When used with a shore-supply solution, VACON NXP Grid Converter allows electrical power to be sourced from the local grid, rather than the ship’s main engine or generators. This process, sometimes known as ‘cold ironing’, has a significantly positive impact on fuel economy. It causes reductions in CO2, NOx and SOx emissions, as well as noise and vibration levels.
Shaft generator
VACON NXP Grid Converter can also be applied to shaft-generator solutions, ensuring that propulsion machinery is able to operate at various speeds. The shaft generator decouples the shaft from the mains, which allows better electrical quality and improved fuel economy. Additionally, power can either be taken from or entered into the propeller shaft. This is particularly useful for ships that often alternate their speeds as it creates fuel savings and minimizes exhaust emissions by up to 15%. It also creates an emergency mode meaning that the vessel can operate even if the main engine fails.
Support for system integrators
Danfoss supports system integrators (SI) in designing their systems to bid on projects. Our aim is to help customers by providing tools and reference designs to make their system design easier. For instance, Danfoss can provide configurable 3D models as well as 2D general arrangement drawings from our product offering.

Endorsed by the World Alliance for Efficient Solutions as a Solar Impulse Efficient Solution.
The 1000 Efficient Solutions comprise the very best the world has to offer in clean and profitable solutions to protect the environment. VACON® NXP Grid Converter was assessed on the criteria of viability, deployability, and sustainability.
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Supply voltages and power range
Air cooled:
- 3 x 380-500 V...180-1100 kW
- 3 x 525-690 V...200-1200 kW
Liquid cooled:
- 3 x 400-500 V...160-1800 kW
- 3 x 525-690 V...210-1800 kW
Features and benefits
Reduced fuel consumption as electrical power can be sourced from the grid
Lower CO2, NOx and SOx emissions as the main engine can be shut down
Conforms to ABS and DNV standards
Improved energy efficiency as engine speed can be optimized
Liquid and air cooled solutions available
Facilitates fast system certification for distributed smart grids, thanks to compliance with global grid codes
Protects critical industrial processes with Intelligent DC backup
Simplified logistics and good protection with containerized solutions
Faster, more cost effective engineering thanks to reference designs
Facilitates active and reactive load sharing via droop function

Reducing port emissions
Discover how shore supply systems equipped with VACON® NXP Grid Converter help port authorities meet emission targets
Documents
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Case story | Abeking and Rasmussen WSV | English | Multiple | 01 Jul, 2021 | 6.3 MB | |
Case story | Abeking and Rasmussen WSV | English | Multiple | 01 Dec, 2021 | 517.3 KB | |
Case story | Abeking and Rasmussen WSV | English | English | Multiple | 03 May, 2023 | 4.5 MB | |
Case story | Alfen | English | English | Multiple | 20 Mar, 2023 | 5.1 MB | |
Case story | Astrid Helene | English | English | Multiple | 20 Mar, 2023 | 2.9 MB | |
Case story | Astrid_Helene | English | Multiple | 20 Mar, 2019 | 439.1 KB | |
Case story | Bore Sea RoFlex freight vessel | English | Multiple | 27 May, 2016 | 369.7 KB | |
Case story | Bore Sea RoFlex® | English | English | Multiple | 15 Mar, 2023 | 2.7 MB | |
Case story | Bore Sea RoFlex® | US English | English | United States | 15 Mar, 2023 | 2.6 MB | |
Case story | CCB Bergen | English | English | Multiple | 16 Mar, 2023 | 3.1 MB | |
Certificate | CCS_Type_Approval | English | Multiple | 22 Dec, 2022 | 260.0 KB | |
Brochure | Danfoss Drives Product Overview | English | Multiple | 20 Mar, 2019 | 1.7 MB | |
Brochure | Danfoss Drives Product Overview | English | United States | 01 Nov, 2019 | 1.5 MB | |
Fact sheet | Documentation Information Leaflet | English | Multiple | 01 Oct, 2019 | 340.7 KB | |
Fact sheet | DrivePro® Coverage | English | United States | 13 Jul, 2017 | 322.4 KB | |
Brochure | DrivePro® Life Cycle Services | Stay calm. You’re covered. DrivePro® services add value to keep you at the forefront | English | Multiple | 13 Apr, 2023 | 7.0 MB | |
Case story | DrivePro® Remote Monitoring | English | Multiple | 01 Dec, 2021 | 793.2 KB | |
Fact sheet | DrivePro® Remote Monitoring | English | Multiple | 12 Feb, 2018 | 769.6 KB | |
Case story | Electrosteel Castings Ltd | English | English | Multiple | 03 May, 2023 | 1.7 MB | |
Brochure | Engineering - Chemical & Pharma | English | Multiple | 18 May, 2022 | 37.7 MB | |
Case story | Future of the Fjords | English | English | Multiple | 20 Mar, 2023 | 2.2 MB | |
Case story | Future of the Fjords catamaran | English | Multiple | 09 Apr, 2019 | 482.1 KB | |
Case story | Geothermal Winton | English | English | Multiple | 20 Mar, 2023 | 5.9 MB | |
Design guide | Grid Converter for Smart Grid Appl. DG | English | Multiple | 01 Sep, 2019 | 6.8 MB | |
Case story | Grotte electric ferry - Full case | English | English | Multiple | 15 Dec, 2021 | 1.1 MB | |
Case story | Grotte electric ferry - Mobile case | English | English | Multiple | 15 Dec, 2021 | 916.2 KB | |
Case story | Grotte electric ferry - Short case | English | English | Multiple | 15 Dec, 2021 | 3.9 MB | |
Case story | Grotte_Fanø_2Pager | English | Multiple | 01 Dec, 2021 | 3.9 MB | |
Case story | Grotte_Fanø_4Pager | English | Multiple | 01 Dec, 2021 | 1.1 MB | |
Fact sheet | Hybridization | English | Multiple | 01 Sep, 2019 | 2.4 MB | |
Fact sheet | Hybridization | English | United States | 01 Nov, 2019 | 2.3 MB | |
Brochure | Intelligent power conversion for smart grids | English | Multiple | 22 Nov, 2021 | 10.7 MB | |
Certificate | ISO 9001 Drives BV 500F1065en | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2019 | 627.9 KB | |
Case story | JeffriesGroup EfW plant - Full case | English | English | Multiple | 04 Apr, 2022 | 5.0 MB | |
Case story | JeffriesGroup EfW plant - Mobile case | English | English | Multiple | 05 Apr, 2022 | 3.4 MB | |
Case story | JeffriesGroup EfW plant - Short case | English | English | Multiple | 04 Apr, 2022 | 3.8 MB | |
Case story | JeffriesGroup EfW plant_Full case | English | Multiple | 01 May, 2022 | 711.4 KB | |
Case story | JeffriesGroup EfW plant_Mobile case | English | Multiple | 01 May, 2022 | 3.4 MB | |
Case story | JeffriesGroup EfW plant_Short case | English | Multiple | 01 May, 2022 | 531.4 KB | |
Brochure | Marine and Offshore solutions | English | United States | 29 May, 2018 | 9.1 MB | |
Case story | NES Ferry Norway - Mobile case | English | English | Multiple | 16 Mar, 2022 | 8.0 MB | |
Case story | NES Ferry Norway - Short case | English | English | Multiple | 16 Mar, 2022 | 1.9 MB | |
Case story | NES Ferry Norway 2 Page | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2022 | 1.9 MB | |
Case story | NES Ferry Norway Mobile case | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2022 | 8.0 MB | |
Case story | NES_Ferry_Norway_Full_case | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2022 | 608.5 KB | |
Case story | Nuvera Fuel Cells | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2022 | 510.5 KB | |
Case story | Nuvera Fuel Cells - Mobile case | English | English | Multiple | 10 Jan, 2022 | 1.4 MB | |
Case story | Nuvera Fuel Cells | English | English | Multiple | 11 Jan, 2022 | 2.9 MB | |
Brochure | Product Overview - Danfoss Drives - for your applications | English | Multiple | 16 Mar, 2023 | 9.8 MB | |
Case story | Qinous | English | English | Multiple | 22 Mar, 2023 | 4.2 MB | |
Case story | QINOUS energy storage | English | Multiple | 16 Jul, 2019 | 699.3 KB | |
Case story | Quintex | English | English | Multiple | 17 Mar, 2023 | 1.0 MB | |
Case story | Ro-Pax vessels | English | English | Multiple | 17 Mar, 2023 | 2.1 MB | |
Brochure | Selection Guide - VACON® NXP Grid Converter | English | Multiple | 16 Mar, 2023 | 12.9 MB | |
Brochure | Selection Guide - VACON® NXP Grid Converter | English | United States | 16 Mar, 2023 | 12.9 MB | |
Brochure | Shore Power Supply Flyer | English | Multiple | 01 Feb, 2021 | 290.0 KB | |
Design guide | Shore Supply Design Guide | English | Multiple | 01 Sep, 2019 | 2.0 MB | |
Brochure | Shore Supply Flyer | English | Multiple | 11 Mar, 2022 | 2.2 MB | |
Brochure | Smart grids - power conversion | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2020 | 3.5 MB | |
Brochure | Smart grids - power conversion | English | Multiple | 01 Dec, 2019 | 3.5 MB | |
Case story | STX Engine SKorea | English | English | Multiple | 22 Mar, 2023 | 5.1 MB | |
Case story | STX Engine South Korea | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2021 | 473.5 KB | |
Application guide | The new network - smart grids | English | Multiple | 15 Apr, 2019 | 2.4 MB | |
Application guide | The new network - smart grids | English | Multiple | 01 Apr, 2019 | 2.4 MB | |
Installation guide | VACON NX LCL Filter Lifting Instructions | English | Multiple | 16 Sep, 2022 | 344.2 KB | |
Installation guide | VACON NX LCL Filter Lifting Instructions | English | Multiple | 16 Sep, 2022 | 344.2 KB | |
Brochure | VACON NXP Grid Converter Selection Guide | English | United States | 12 May, 2016 | 860.4 KB | |
Brochure | VACON NXP Grid Converter Selection Guide | English | Multiple | 01 Mar, 2016 | 639.2 KB | |
Operating guide | VACON-NX-Line-Voltage-Measurement-OG | English | Multiple | 28 Mar, 2023 | 13.0 MB | |
Fact sheet | VACON® Advanced Safety Options | English | Multiple | 12 Jul, 2019 | 231.9 KB | |
Design guide | VACON® Hybridization Design Guide | English | Multiple | 15 Jan, 2017 | 3.8 MB | |
Design guide | VACON® Hybridization Design Guide | English | Multiple | 01 Jan, 2017 | 3.8 MB | |
User guide | VACON® NX Brake Resistor User Manual | English | Multiple | 15 Dec, 2016 | 4.2 MB | |
User guide | VACON® NX Brake Resistor User Manual | English | Multiple | 01 Dec, 2016 | 4.2 MB | |
Installation guide | VACON® NX Door Keypad Mounting Instr. | English | Multiple | 17 Feb, 2023 | 2.6 MB | |
Installation guide | VACON® NX Door Keypad Mounting Instr. | English | Multiple | 17 Feb, 2023 | 2.6 MB | |
Installation guide | VACON® NX Door Keypad Mounting Instr. | English | Multiple | 17 Feb, 2023 | 2.6 MB | |
User guide | VACON® NX Filters User Manual | English | Multiple | 15 Aug, 2020 | 1.7 MB | |
User guide | VACON® NX Filters User Manual | English | Multiple | 01 Aug, 2020 | 1.7 MB | |
Fact sheet | VACON® NXP drive anti-sway functionality Integrated sensorless control | English | United States | 27 Feb, 2023 | 595.3 KB | |
Fact sheet | VACON® NXP drive anti-sway functionality Integrated sensorless control | English | Multiple | 27 Feb, 2023 | 569.0 KB | |
Application guide | VACON® NXP GridConvert ARFIFF03V133 AppM | English | Multiple | 01 May, 2019 | 0.0 B | |
Application guide | VACON® NXP GridConvert ARFIFF03V190 AppM | English | Multiple | 28 Nov, 2023 | 1.9 MB | |
Application guide | VACON® NXP GridConvGGC ARFIF106V128 AppM | English | Multiple | 01 Jun, 2021 | 2.6 MB | |
Application guide | VACON® NXP GridConvGGC ARFIF106V160 AppM | English | Multiple | 24 Nov, 2023 | 2.9 MB | |
User guide | VACON® NXP Liquid Cooled Dr. User Manual | English | Multiple | 14 Feb, 2023 | 22.3 MB | |
User guide | VACON® NXP Liquid Cooled Dr. User Manual | English | Multiple | 14 Feb, 2023 | 22.3 MB | |
Application guide | VACON® NXP Power Gener ARFIFF08V040 AppM | English | Multiple | 01 Aug, 2019 | 1.4 MB | |
Case story | Winton geothermal power plant | English | Multiple | 01 Aug, 2020 | 503.6 KB | |
White paper | With generators on board, why supply land-based power? | English | Multiple | 28 Feb, 2023 | 10.6 MB |
Drawings
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Software
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Fieldbus Firmware | VACON® Advanced Safety Option Firmware | 16 Dec, 2019 | 004 | RL | 3.1 MB | ZIP | |
Software Tools | VACON® NCDrive | 08 Mar, 2022 | 2.0.42 | RL | 5.0 MB | ZIP | |
Software Tools | VACON® NCIPConfig | 19 Dec, 2018 | 1.6.5.7 | RL | 672.6 KB | ZIP | |
Software Tools | VACON® NCLoad | 04 Dec, 2020 | 1.0.34 | RL | 3.6 MB | ZIP | |
Fieldbus Configuration Files | VACON® NX OPTC3/C5 PROFIBUS GSD | 11 Jan, 2016 | RL | 748.0 B | ZIP | ||
Fieldbus Configuration Files | VACON® NX OPTC4 LonWorks XIF | 11 Jan, 2016 | RL | 1.3 KB | ZIP | ||
Fieldbus Configuration Files | VACON® NX OPTC6 CANopen EDS | 27 Feb, 2018 | RL | 2.7 KB | ZIP | ||
Fieldbus Configuration Files | VACON® NX OPTC7 DeviceNet EDS | 01 Jan, 2012 | RL | 3.5 KB | ZIP | ||
VACON® NX OPTCP PROFINET GSDML | 19 Feb, 2015 | RL | 7.4 KB | ZIP | |||
Application Software | VACON® NXP Grid Converter Application | 03 Jul, 2023 | 189 | RL | 2.7 MB | ZIP | |
VACON® OPTCQ EtherNet/IP EDS | 08 Jan, 2015 | RL | 13.2 KB | ZIP | |||
Fieldbus Configuration Files | VACON® OPTE3/E5 PROFIBUS GSD | 08 Jun, 2022 | RL | 13.4 KB | ZIP | ||
PLC LIBRARIES | VACON® OPTE3/E5 TIA Portal Library | 08 Jul, 2020 | 014 | RL | 3.6 MB | ZIP | |
Fieldbus Configuration Files | VACON® OPTE9 EtherNet/IP EDS | 03 Sep, 2020 | RL | 72.1 KB | ZIP | ||
Fieldbus Configuration Files | VACON® OPTE9 PROFINET IO GSDML | 03 Apr, 2020 | RL | 204.3 KB | ZIP | ||
Fieldbus Configuration Files | VACON® OPTE9 SIMATIC PDM EDD | 16 Dec, 2019 | RL | 667.4 KB | ZIP | ||
PLC LIBRARIES | VACON® OPTE9-EA TIA Portal Library | 16 Feb, 2018 | RL | 2.9 MB | ZIP | ||
PLC LIBRARIES | VACON® OPTE9/EA EtherNet/IP AOI | 16 Feb, 2018 | RL | 531.9 KB | ZIP | ||
Fieldbus Firmware | VACON® OPTEA Adv. DualPort Eth. Firmware | 03 Apr, 2023 | 007 | RL | 7.2 MB | ZIP | |
Fieldbus Configuration Files | VACON® OPTEA EtherNet/IP EDS | 13 Nov, 2018 | RL | 54.0 KB | ZIP | ||
Fieldbus Configuration Files | VACON® OPTEA PROFINET IO GSDML | 08 Feb, 2021 | RL | 209.2 KB | ZIP | ||
Fieldbus Configuration Files | VACON® OPTEA SIMATIC PDM EDD | 13 Nov, 2018 | RL | 461.7 KB | ZIP | ||
Fieldbus Configuration Files | VACON® OPTEC EtherCAT ESI | 20 Feb, 2020 | RL | 381.4 KB | ZIP | ||
Software Tools | VACON® Safe | 25 Jan, 2021 | 1.0.4.0 | RL | 3.8 MB | ZIP |
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Case studies
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