Selection Guide | VACON® 20 | VACON® 20 Cold Plate | 1/3 HP to 25 HP

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 VACON® 20 – possibilities and performance
The VACON® 20 AC drive comes packed with functionality and possibilities to bring any
machine control to a completely new level. The compact size in combination with
a wide power range is the base, but the VACON® 20’s possibilities do not end there.
A built-in PLC functionality, which is one of the most flexible on the market, makes
this product adapt to every task and bring cost savings to the user.

In order for machine builders to be to 18.5 kW /25 HP. The VACON® 20 has Cutting-edge performance
able to compete in an increasingly something for customers all over the Machinery performance is very much
competitive market, it is important to globe. Customers can reduce costs by dependent on the performance of the
continuously seek solutions to further implementing our harmonized product AC drive. In the VACON® 20 we have
improve performance and cost efficiency range and increase efficiency in their done our best to cut cycle times and
– VACON® 20 offers new possibilities here. manufacturing processes. In currents maximize the control performance of
above 16A the drive is available with a the drive. The built-in RS485 interface
Wide power range built-in harmonic filtering choke offers a cost effective and simple serial
The VACON® 20 is available in all common for public networks according to control interface for the drive. With
voltages in the range of 105-600 V. IEC61000-3-12. optional modules, the VACON® 20 can be
Combined with a wide power range up

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connected to almost any fieldbus system the drive for performing other machine Key benefits:
including CANOpen, DeviceNet and related tasks. Another unique feature of „ Fieldbus connectivity
PROFIBUS DP. the VACON® 20 is that the parameter list „ Parameter copying without
can be freely modified and application main power
Fast installation and set-up specific parameter sets and default „ Custom-made software possible
The VACON® 20 is designed for efficient settings can be created. By utilizing the
volume manufacturing where every opportunities of optimizing the drive Typical applications:
second in installation and configuration control VACON® 20 can help make better „ Pumps and fans
time counts. Easy access terminals, and more cost efficient machine designs. „ Conveyors
built-in DIN rail mounting and the MCA „ Packaging, processing and
parameter copying tool which can clone washing machines
settings without main power in the drive
are all examples of features that help Technical highlights:
reduce start-up time. „ Wide power range up
to 18.5 kW/25 HP
Built-in PLC functionality „ High performance and
based on IEC61131-3 functionality
The built-in PLC functionality presents „ Full I/O + option board support
an opportunity to increase machine „ Fast installation and setup
performance and save costs. The „ Built-in choke as option in ≥16A
customer can build his own control logic types
in the drive and utilize unused I/O of „ Induction and permanent
magnet (PM) motor support

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Ratings and dimensions
Power Motor current Enclosure Dimensions W x H x D Weight
Supply voltage AC drive type size
kW HP IN [A] 1.5 x IN [A] mm inches kg lb
VACON0020-1L-0001-1-R02 0.25 0.35 1.7 2.6
105-120 VAC, VACON0020-1L-0002-1-R02 0.37 0.5 2.4 3.6
1-phase MI2 90 x 195 x 102 3.54 x 7.68 x 4.02 0.7 1.54
(North America VACON0020-1L-0003-1-R02 0.55 0.75 2.8 4.2
only) VACON0020-1L-0004-1-R02 0.75 1 3.7 5.6
VACON0020-1L-0005-1-R02 1.1 1.5 4.8 7.2 MI3 100 x 255 x 109 3.94 x 10.04 x 4.29 1.0 2.18
VACON0020-1L-0001-2-R02 0.25 0.35 1.7 2.6
VACON0020-1L-0002-2-R02 0.37 0.5 2.4 3.6 MI1 66 x 160 x 98 2.60 x 6.30 x 3.90 0.5 1.21
VACON0020-1L-0003-2-R02 0.55 0.75 2.8 4.2
208-240 VAC, VACON0020-1L-0004-2-R02 0.75 1 3.7 5.6
1-phase
VACON0020-1L-0005-2-R02 1.1 1.5 4.8 7.2 MI2 90 x 195 x 102 3.54 x 7.68 x 4.02 0.7 1.54
VACON0020-1L-0007-2-R02 1.5 2 7 10.5
VACON0020-1L-0009-2-R02 2.2 3 9.6 14.4 MI3 100 x 255 x 109 3.94 x 10.04 x 4.29 1.0 2.18
VACON0020-3L-0001-2-R02 0.25 0.35 1.7 2.6
VACON0020-3L-0002-2-R02 0.37 0.5 2.4 3.6 MI1 66 x 160 x 98 2.60 x 6.30 x 3.90 0.5 1.21
VACON0020-3L-0003-2-R02 0.55 0.75 2.8 4.2
VACON0020-3L-0004-2-R02 0.75 1 3.7 5.6
VACON0020-3L-0005-2-R02 1.1 1.5 4.8 7.2 MI2 90 x 195 x 102 3.54 x 7.68 x 4.02 0.7 1.54
208-240 VAC, VACON0020-3L-0007-2-R02 1.5 2 7 10.5
3-phase VACON0020-3L-0011-2-R02 2.2 3 11 16.5 MI3 100 x 255 x 109 3.94 x 10.04 x 4.29 1.0 2.18
VACON0020-3L-0012-2-R02 3 4 12.5 18.8
VACON0020-3L-0017-2-R02 4 5 17.5 26.3 MI4 165 x 370 x 165 6.5 x 14.6 x 6.5 8 18
VACON0020-3L-0025-2-R02 5.5 7.5 25 37.5
VACON0020-3L-0031-2-R02 7.5 10 31 46.5
MI5 165 x 414 x 202 6.5 x 16.3 x 8 10 22
VACON0020-3L-0038-2-R02 11 15 38 57
VACON0020-3L-0001-4-R02 0.37 0.5 1.3 2.0
VACON0020-3L-0002-4-R02 0.55 0.75 1.9 2.9 MI1 66 x 160 x 98 2.60 x 6.30 x 3.90 0.5 1.21
VACON0020-3L-0003-4-R02 0.75 1 2.4 3.6
VACON0020-3L-0004-4-R02 1.1 1.5 3.3 5.0
VACON0020-3L-0005-4-R02 1.5 2 4.3 6.5 MI2 90 x 195 x 102 3.54 x 7.68 x 4.02 0.7 1.54
VACON0020-3L-0006-4-R02 2.2 3 5.6 8.4
380-480 VAC, VACON0020-3L-0008-4-R02 3 4 7.6 11.4
3-phase
VACON0020-3L-0009-4-R02 4 5 9 13.5 MI3 100 x 255 x 109 3.94 x 10.04 x 4.29 1.0 2.18
VACON0020-3L-0012-4-R02 5.5 7.5 12 18.0
VACON0020-3L-0016-4-R02 7.5 10 16 24
MI4 165 x 370 x 165 6.5 x 14.6 x 6.5 8 18
VACON0020-3L-0023-4-R02 11 15 23 34.5
VACON0020-3L-0031-4-R02 15 20 31 46.5
MI5 165 x 414 x 202 6.5 x 16.3 x 8 10 22
VACON0020-3L-0038-4-R02 18.5 25 38 57
VACON0020-3L-0002-7-R02 0.75 1 1.7 2.6
520-600 VAC, VACON0020-3L-0003-7-R02 1.5 2 2.7 4.1
3-phase VACON0020-3L-0004-7-R02 2.2 3 3.9 5.9 MI3 100 x 255 x 109 3.94 x 10.04 x 4.29 1.0 2.18
(North America
only) VACON0020-3L-0006-7-R02 4 5 6.1 9.2
VACON0020-3L-0009-7-R02 5.5 7.5 9 13.5

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 VACON® 20 Cold Plate – flexibility in cooling
When the environment is more demanding or there is a cooling media such as liquid
already available, the AC drive cooling can also be optimized further.
The VACON® 20 Cold Plate shares the control and power topology with the standard VACON® 20
drive, but offers completely new possibilities for creating unique and efficient cooling solutions.

AC drives are extremely energy Compact sealed enclosures Key benefits:

efficient products; they do however, If the heat transport from the drive is „ Highest cooling flexibility
still generate some heat. The heat loss not handled through air circulation, but „ Fast plugging of I/O wiring
can sometimes limit the density of the through the heat being conducted out „ Custom-made software possible
machine design, especially if mounted in of the enclosure through a flat metal
a sealed enclosure simply because there surface, the sealing of the enclosure Typical applications:
is no air circulation. The VACON® 20 Cold is no longer a factor that significantly „ Textile machinery
Plate design is based around a flat surface affects the cooling performance. It is „ Hoists and cranes
of the drive onto which the majority thus possible to create and install the „ Conveyors in demanding
of the heat losses are concentrated. drive enclosure in environments with environment
By attaching this surface to a cooling high amounts of dust and moisture. The „ Compressors and heat pumps
element, i.e. to the “cold plate”, the VACON® 20 has a unique form that is
cooling of the drive can work even under designed to allow slim and flat enclosure Technical highlights:
the most demanding circumstances. solutions that can be highly integrated in „ Cold plate cooling
the machine construction to be created. „ Unique low depth design
Use any cooling media „ STO – Safe Torque Off
As the cooling is done through a clear Built-in PLC functionality according to SIL3
cooling interface, it is possible to use according to IEC61131-3 „ High performance and
different cooling media depending on The VACON® 20 Cold Plate utilizes the functionality
the situation. By attaching the drive to a advanced control concept of the VACON® „ High ambient temperature
heat sink with large cooling ribs, a fully 20 product family, offering full control rating up to 70 °C
passively cooled drive is created. As an performance and functionality. It also „ Induction and permanent
alternative, the drive can be mounted on supports the built-in PLC functionality magnet (PM) motor
a plate, which is cooled by liquid in order that allows the creation of application- „ Integrated brake resistor for MS2
to create a liquid cooled drive solution. specific software and solutions. frame size
Other possible cooling media include „ Status LED lights on drive
different types of refrigerants or metal „ Expansion slot for I/O or fieldbus
constructions with a high heat energy „ Handheld text keypad with copy
conducting mass. function
„ Single plug I/O connector for
OEMs

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Ratings and dimensions
Power Motor current Enclosure Dimensions W x H x D Weight
Supply voltage AC drive type
kW HP IN [A] 1.5 x IN [A] size mm inches kg lb
VACON0020-1L-0004-2-CP 0.75 1 3.7 5.6
208-240 VAC, VACON0020-1L-0005-2-CP 1.1 1.5 4.8 7.2 MS2 133 x 164.5 x 79.5 5.23 x 6.43 x 3.13 2 4.4
1-phase
VACON0020-1L-0007-2-CP 1.5 2 7 10.5
VACON0020-3L-0004-2-CP 0.75 1 3.7 5.6
VACON0020-3L-0005-2-CP 1.1 1.5 4.8 7.2 MS2 133 x 164.5 x 79.5 5.23 x 6.43 x 3.13 2 4.4
208-240 VAC, VACON0020-3L-0007-2-CP 1.5 2 7 10.5
3-phase VACON0020-3L-0011-2-CP 2.2 3 11 16.5
VACON0020-3L-0012-2-CP 3 4 12 18.0 MS3 161 x 246 x 83 6.34 x 9.69 x 3.27 3 6.6
VACON0020-3L-0017-2-CP 4 5 17.5 26.3
VACON0020-3L-0003-4-CP 0.75 1 2.4 3.6
VACON0020-3L-0004-4-CP 1.1 1.5 3.3 5.0
VACON0020-3L-0005-4-CP 1.5 2 4.3 6.5 MS2 133 x 164.5 x 79.5 5.23 x 6.43 x 3.13 2 4.4
380-480 VAC, VACON0020-3L-0006-4-CP 2.2 3 5.6 8.4
3-phase VACON0020-3L-0008-4-CP 3 5 7.6 11.4
VACON0020-3L-0009-4-CP 4 6 9.0 13.5
VACON0020-3L-0012-4-CP 5.5 7.5 12.0 18.0 MS3 161 x 246 x 83 6.34 x 9.69 x 3.27 3 6.6
VACON0020-3L-0016-4-CP 7.5 10 16.0 24.0

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 Tailoring the software
VACON® Programming
The VACON® 20 product’s built-in PLC functionality and programming is in accordance
with IEC611131-3. The optional tool enables the user to modify the drive software
by editing the existing application logic or by creating completely new software. The
parameter list and default settings are edited with a separate tool.

PC interface and parameter copying

The MCA (Micro Communications Adapter) is a snap-on and intelligent copying unit for
VACON® 20 products.
„ Parameter copying without main power in the drive
„ Download settings directly to the MCA from PC without a drive
„ HW interface for PC connection to the drive
The VACON® 20 Cold Plate drive parameter copying is done with the handheld keypad. MCA adapter

I/O Configuration
Terminal Description VACON® 20 VACON® 20 CP
1 +10 Vref Maximum load 10 mA ■ ■

2 AI1 0-10V ■ 0-10V / 0(4)-20mA*

3 GND ■ ■

4 AI2 0-10V / 0(4)-20mA* ■ ■

5 GND ■ ■

6 24 Vout Max. 50 mA / CP 100 mA ■ ■

7 GND/DIC* ■ ■ Option board mounting kit

8 DI1 ■ ■
0-+30 V Ri = 12 kΩ
9 DI2 Cold Plate Ri = 4 kΩ
■ ■

10 DI3 ■ ■

13 DOC Digital output common ■ ■

14 DI4 ■ ■
0-+30 V Ri = 12 kΩ
15 DI5 ■ ■
Cold Plate Ri = 4 kΩ
16 DI6 ■ ■

18 AO Analogue output 0-10V / 0(4)-20mA* 0-10V

Open collector,
20 DO ■ ■
max. load 48 V/50 mA
22 RO 13 - CM ■ ■
Relay output 1
23 RO 14 - NO ■ ■

24 RO 22 - NC ■ ■

25 RO 21 - CM Relay output 2 ■ ■

26 RO 24 - NO ■ ■
Keypad door mounting kit
A A - RS485 Modbus RTU ■ ■

B B - RS485 Modbus RTU ■ ■

Inputs S1, G1, S2, G2

STO ■
Feedback F+/F-

* Selectable

Type code key

VACON 0020 – 3L – 0009 – 4 – CP – R02 + OPTION CODES

Product Input Curent Voltage Version Regional + Options

phase rating rating Modifi-
cation IP21/NEMA1 kit

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Technical data
Mains connection Input voltage Uin 105...120 V, -15 %...+10 % 1-phase (not for VACON 20CP)
208...240 V, -15 %...+10 % 1-phase
208...240 V, -15 %...+10 % 3-phase
380...480 V, -15 %...+10 % 3-phase
520...600 V, -15 %...+10 % 3-phase (not for VACON 20CP)
Input frequency 45...66 Hz
Connection to mains Once per minute or less (normal case)
Motor connection Output voltage 0...Uin (2 x Uin with 105...120 V drives)
Output current Continuous rated current IN at rated ambient temperature overload 1.5 x IN max. 1 min/10 min
Starting current / Current 2 x IN for 2 secs in every 20 sec period
Torque Torque depends on motor
Output frequency 0...320 Hz
Frequency resolution 0.01 Hz
Control Control method Frequency control U/f. Open loop sensorless vector control
characteristics Switching frequency 1.5...16 kHz; Factory default 4 kHz, (520...600 V model default 2 kHz) Cold Plate models 6 kHz
100 % x TN with brake chopper in 3-phase version sizes MS2-3, MI2-5
Braking torque
30 % x TN with DC-braking. Dynamic flux braking available in all types
Ambient conditions Ambient operating temperature –10 °C (no frost)...+50 °C: rated loadability IN
(1L-0009-2, 3L-0007-2, 3L-0011-2 and with options ENC-IP21-MIx and ENC-IN01-MIx ambient max +40 °C)
Cold Plate models -10 °C...+70 °C
Storage temperature –40 °C...+70 °C
Altitude 100 % load capacity (no derating) up to 1000 m
1 % derating for each 100 m above 1000 m; max. 2000 m
Cold Plate max 3000 m
Enclosure class MI1-3: IP20, MI4-5: IP21, Cold Plate: IP00
EMC Immunity Complies with EN61800-3 (2004)
Emissions 208-240 V: EMC level C2: with an internal +EMC2 option (not needed for VACON 20CP)
380-480 V: EMC level C2: with an internal +EMC2 option (not needed for VACON 20CP)
Approvals EN61800, C-Tick, Gost R, CB, CE, UL, cUL, KC (not all versions, see unit nameplate for more detailed approvals)

Suitability
Separately delivered options code Description
VACON® 20 VACON® 20 CP
ENC-SLOT-MC03-13 Option board mounting kit VACON® 20 MI1-MI3 ■
ENC-SLOT-MC03-45 Option board mounting kit VACON® 20 MI4-MI5 ■
ENC-IP21-MIx IP21 cover MI1-MI3. x=1,2,3 ■
ENC-IN01-MIx NEMA 1 Kit MI1-MI5. x=1,2,3,4,5 ■
ENC-QPES-MIx-10 10pcs PE kit MI1-MI5. x=1,2,3,4,5 ■
VACON-ADP-MCAA MCA RS422 adapter w/ parameter copy ■
CAB-USB/RS-485 USB to RS485 cable for PC ■ ■
VACON-ADP-MCAA-KIT Kit with VACON-ADP-MCAA and CAB-USB/RS485 ■
VACON-ADP-PASSIVE Passive RS422 adapter ■
VACON-PAN-HMDR-TMX-MC03 VACON® 20 door mounting kit with text keypad and VACON-ADP-PASSIVE ■
CAB-RJ45P-2M 2m RJ45 cable for door mounting kit ■
CAB-RJ45P-3M 3m RJ45 cable for door mounting kit ■
CAB-RJ45P-6M 6m RJ45 cable for door mounting kit ■
CAB-RJ45P-15M 15m RJ45 cable for door mounting kit ■
VACON-PAN-HMDR-TMX-MC03-2M VACON® 20 door mounting kit with VACON-PAN-HMDR-TMX-MC03 and CAB-RJ45P-2M ■
VACON-PAN-HMDR-TMX-MC03-3M VACON® 20 door mounting kit with VACON-PAN-HMDR-TMX-MC03 and CAB-RJ45P-3M ■
VACON-PAN-HMDR-TMX-MC03-6M VACON® 20 door mounting kit with VACON-PAN-HMDR-TMX-MC03 and CAB-RJ45P-6M ■
VACON-PAN-HMDR-TMX-MC03-15M VACON® 20 door mounting kit with VACON-PAN-HMDR-TMX-MC03 and CAB-RJ45P-15M ■
CAB-HMI2M-MC05-X MC05 IP66 HMI cable l=2m for -X keypads option ■
CAB-HMI5M-MC05-X MC05 IP66 HMI cable l=5m for -X keypads option ■
VACON-PAN-HMDR-MC03 Complete IP54 keypad door kit+3m cable+adapater ■ ■
VACON-PAN-HMTX-MC06-CP Handheld/magnetic fixing IP66 text keypad w/ cable, l=1m/39,37 inches ■ ■
PAN-HMWM-MK02 Keypad wall-mounting kit ■ ■

Option boards Description Factory installed Suitability

options code Description
I/O boards D- and E-slot compatible VACON® 20 VACON® 20 CP
OPT-B1-V 6 x DI / DO, programmable +EMC2 C2-Level EMC filter (includes +QPES) ■

OPT-B2-V 2 x relay output + thermistor +QPES Cable shield grounding kit ■

OPT-B4-V 1 x AI, 2 x AO (isolated) +QFLG Flange mounting kit for MI4 and MI5 ■
OPT-B5-V 3 x relay output +DBIR Integrated cold plate brake resistor ■
OPT-B9-V 1x RO, 5x DI (42-240VAC) +LS60 60 Hz defaults on motor control ■ ■
OPT-BF-V 1 x AO, 1 x DO, 1 x RO
3 x temp sensors ( PT100, PT1000, NI1000, Application software
OPT-BH-V KTY84-130, KTY84-150, KTY84-131) =+A1051 VACON® 20 PFC Application ■ ■
OPT-BK-V AS-interface option board
Fieldbus boards
OPT-E3-V PROFIBUS DP, screw terminals
OPT-E5-V PROFIBUS DP, sub-D9 connector
OPT-E6-V CANopen
OPT-E7-V DeviceNet
OPT-E9-V 2-port Ethernet (Modbus TCP, PROFINET RT)
OPT-EC-V EtherCAT
OPT-C3-V PROFIBUS DP
OPT-C5-V PROFIBUS DP (D9 type connector)
OPT-C6-V CANopen
OPT-C7-V DeviceNet
OPT-CI-V Modbus TCP/IP
OPT-CJ-V BACnet MS/TP
OPT-CP-V PROFINET I/O
OPT-CQ-V EtherNet/IP

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