VACON® 20 X

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  • 3D models and drawings
  • Software
  • Related applications
  • Case studies

Maximum performance in demanding environments

VACON® 20 X is a decentralized drive that can either be mounted directly onto a motor or very close by wherever it is located. Its outdoor enclosure protection ensures maximum performance in challenging conditions where heat, dirt and vibration levels are high.

The use of electrical rooms is minimized and cabling costs reduced as the drive can be installed as close to the motor as possible. A protective vent ensures pressure inside the drive is equalized with the surrounding environment. It acts as a barrier against condensation, dust and dirt to ensure reliable drive operation and to prevent the rubber seals from wearing down.

VACON 20 X is quick to install and easy to keep clean. And the built-it PLC functionality makes custom-made software solutions possible.

Power range and supply voltages

  • 1 x 208-240 V...0.75-1.5 kW
  • 3 x 208-240V...0.75-4 kW
  • 3 x 380-480 V..0.75-7.5 kW

Features and benefits

Cost savings due to decentralized concept

Easy cleaning with pressurized water

Custom-made software solutions with built-in PLC functionality

Fits into any available space and is mountable in any position

Documents

Documents
Type Name Language Valid for Updated Download File type
Case story BCS Baggage English Multiple 27 May, 2016 297.3 KB PDF
Certificate Certificate of PROFIBUS & Products English Multiple 03 Apr, 2023 83.5 KB PDF
Brochure Danfoss Drives Fieldbus Solutions English Multiple 16 Feb, 2017 804.4 KB PDF
Brochure Danfoss Drives Product Overview English Multiple 20 Mar, 2019 1.7 MB PDF
Brochure Danfoss Drives Product Overview English United States 01 Nov, 2019 1.5 MB PDF
Fact sheet DrivePro® Extended Warranty English Multiple 10 Jul, 2018 771.0 KB PDF
Brochure DrivePro® Life Cycle Services English Multiple 28 Dec, 2018 2.5 MB PDF
Fact sheet DrivePro® Remote Expert Support English Multiple 21 Dec, 2018 937.8 KB PDF
Certificate EC declaration VACON 20 CP 20 X_00736960 English Multiple 26 Sep, 2022 1.3 MB PDF
Brochure Ecodesign - meet requirements English Multiple 01 Jun, 2020 1.1 MB PDF
Certificate ESMA ECAS Certificate E20-07-003510 English Multiple 01 Sep, 2020 844.3 KB PDF
Certificate ISO 9001 Drives BV 500F1065en English Multiple 01 Jan, 2019 627.9 KB PDF
Certificate TUV SUD_Certificate of Conformity English Multiple 01 Aug, 2022 416.6 KB PDF
Brochure VACON 100 X & 20 X Selection Guide English Multiple 01 Mar, 2016 1.9 MB PDF
Certificate VACON 20 X 20 CP STO TÜV certificate English Multiple 01 Aug, 2022 665.2 KB PDF
Installation guide VACON 20 X Quick guide Multiple 01 Dec, 2016 1.7 MB PDF
User guide VACON® 20 20X 20CP Modbus User Manual English Multiple 01 Jun, 2017 656.9 KB PDF
Application guide VACON® 20 CP X Multipurp. Appl. Manual English Multiple 01 Feb, 2015 2.4 MB PDF
Application guide VACON® 20 CP X Multipurp. Appl. Manual English Multiple 01 Feb, 2015 0.0 B PDF
Application guide VACON® 20 CP X Solar Application Manual English Multiple 01 Apr, 2020 870.4 KB PDF
Application guide VACON® 20 CP X Solar Application Manual English Multiple 02 Jul, 2015 0.0 B PDF
Installation guide VACON® 20 X Installation Manual English Multiple 01 Dec, 2021 6.5 MB PDF
Installation guide VACON® 20 X Mains Switch Inst. Manual English Multiple 01 Jun, 2014 389.2 KB PDF
Installation guide VACON® 20 X Mains Switch Inst. Manual English Multiple 01 Jun, 2014 0.0 B PDF
Installation guide VACON® 20 X Simple Panel Inst manual English Multiple 01 Jun, 2014 381.8 KB PDF
Installation guide VACON® 20 X Simple Panel Inst manual English Multiple 01 Jun, 2014 0.0 B PDF
Installation guide VACON® 20 X Text Keypad Inst. Manual English Multiple 01 Mar, 2013 160.5 KB PDF
Installation guide VACON® 20 X Text Keypad Inst. Manual English Multiple 01 Mar, 2013 0.0 B PDF
Application guide VACON® 20 X-D BH Application Manual English Multiple 01 Apr, 2016 1.0 MB PDF
Application guide VACON® 20 X-D BH Application Manual English Multiple 01 Apr, 2016 1.0 MB PDF
Installation guide VACON® 20 X-D Installation Manual English Multiple 01 Dec, 2021 2.1 MB PDF
Installation guide VACON® 20X Installation in US and Canada English Multiple 01 Dec, 2016 226.8 KB PDF
User guide VACON® OPTBK Option Board Manual English Multiple 01 May, 2015 2.9 MB PDF
User guide VACON® OPTE2-E8 RS485 Board User Manual English Multiple 01 Jan, 2018 7.2 MB PDF
User guide VACON® OPTE3-E5 PROFIBUS DP User Guide English Multiple 01 Jun, 2020 2.6 MB PDF
User guide VACON® OPTE6 CANopen Option Board Manual English Multiple 01 Sep, 2018 7.1 MB PDF
User guide VACON® OPTE7 DeviceNet Opt. Board Manual English Multiple 01 Jan, 2015 6.4 MB PDF
User Guide VACON® OPTE7 DeviceNet Opt. Board Manual English Multiple 01 Jan, 2015 0.0 B PDF
Fact sheet VACON® OPT-E9 English Multiple 21 Jun, 2018 246.8 KB PDF
User guide VACON® OPTEA/E9 Ethernet Board User G. English Multiple 01 Jun, 2020 8.1 MB PDF
User guide VACON® OPTEC EtherCAT Board Manual English Multiple 01 Jun, 2020 8.6 MB PDF
Installation guide VACON® RS485 & CAN bus Option Boards IG English Multiple 13 Sep, 2022 4.1 MB PDF
Safety guide VACON® Safety Guide Multiple 01 Oct, 2017 359.2 KB PDF

3D models and drawings

3D models and drawings
Type Name Language Updated Download File type
M-Drawing MCAD VACON 20X MU2 IP66 01 Jan, 2018 106.8 KB PDF
M-Drawing MCAD VACON 20X MU2 IP66 01 Jan, 2018 4.7 MB DXF
M-Drawing MCAD VACON 20X MU2 IP66 01 Jan, 2018 38.1 MB STP
M-Drawing MCAD VACON 20X MU3 IP66 01 Jan, 2018 5.9 MB DXF
M-Drawing MCAD VACON 20X MU3 IP66 01 Jan, 2018 131.7 KB PDF
M-Drawing MCAD VACON 20X MU3 IP66 01 Jan, 2018 38.1 MB STP

Software

Software
Type Name Language Updated Version Status Download File type
Software Tools SISTEMA Library for Danfoss Drives 01 Jan, 2018 RL 283.1 KB ZIP
AC Drive Firmware VACON® 20 X / 20 Cold Plate Firmware 08 Sep, 2020 017 RL 858.9 KB ZIP
Fieldbus Firmware VACON® OPT-C3/C5 PROFIBUS DP Firmware 07 Oct, 2015 018 RL 57.6 KB ZIP
Fieldbus Firmware VACON® OPT-C6 CANopen Firmware 21 Aug, 2017 026 RL 74.5 KB ZIP
Fieldbus Firmware VACON® OPT-CI Modbus TCP/IP Firmware 13 Apr, 2021 020 RL 153.1 KB ZIP
Fieldbus Firmware VACON® OPT-CJ BACnet MS/TP Firmware 19 Sep, 2012 013 RL 64.8 KB ZIP
Fieldbus Firmware VACON® OPT-CP PROFINET IO Firmware 13 Apr, 2021 014 RL 511.6 KB ZIP
Fieldbus Firmware VACON® OPT-CQ Ethernet/IP Firmware 13 Apr, 2021 008 RL 188.3 KB ZIP
Fieldbus Firmware VACON® OPT-E3/E5 PROFIBUS DP Firmware 08 May, 2020 009 RL 2.4 MB ZIP
Fieldbus Configuration Files VACON® OPTE3/E5 PROFIBUS GSD 08 Jun, 2022 RL 13.4 KB ZIP
Fieldbus Configuration Files VACON® OPTE6 CANopen EDS 20 Jan, 2021 RL 116.8 KB ZIP
Fieldbus Firmware VACON® OPT-E6 CANopen Firmware 12 Apr, 2022 014 RL 2.5 MB ZIP
Fieldbus Configuration Files VACON® OPTE7 DeviceNet EDS 06 Mar, 2020 RL 8.7 KB ZIP
Fieldbus Firmware VACON® OPT-E7 DeviceNet Firmware 06 Nov, 2020 007 RL 2.2 MB ZIP
Fieldbus Firmware VACON® OPT-E9 DualPort Ethernet Firmware 21 Aug, 2020 011 RL 7.1 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® OPTEC EtherCAT ESI 20 Feb, 2020 RL 381.4 KB ZIP
Fieldbus Firmware VACON® OPT-EC EtherCAT Firmware 12 Aug, 2022 005 RL 2.9 MB ZIP

Related applications

Fans, pumps, conveyors, and wash-down duty and general purpose installations.

Case studies