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VSD Series II Variable Speed Open Drives Product Bulletin
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The Johnson Controls® VSD Series II Variable Speed
Open Drives, powered by Eaton® technology, are
specifically engineered for HVAC, pump, and fluid
control applications. The ultra-efficient DC capacitor
and power structure allows the drives to consume less
energy, lowering greenhouse gases.
The I/O configuration is designed with wiring ergonomics
in mind by including removable terminal blocks. The
main, easily removable, control board used for all drive
frames with six digital IN,
two analog IN, one analog
OUT, three relay OUT,
and two expansion slots for I/O or
communication boards. In addition, the control board
has built-in RS-485 and Ethernet communication.
These drives continue the tradition of robust
performance and raise the bar on features and
functionality, ensuring the best solution at the right
price.
VSD Series II Variable Speed Open Drives are
selected using VSD Series II code numbers and
standard Johnson Controls order entry tools.
Figure 1: VSD Series II Open Drive
Table 1: VSD Series II Open Drive Features and Benefits
Features Benefits
Patented Active Energy Control Algorithm
Achieves an additional 2% to 8% energy savings when compared to
competitive products.
HAND/OFF/AUTO and DRIVE/BYPASS
Selector on Keypad
Simplifies control.
Copy/Paste Function
Allows the transfer of parameter settings from one drive to the next.
Versatile Keypad
Displays up to nine monitored parameters simultaneously.
EMI/RFI Filters Standard on All Drives
(Frame 4 though Frame 9)
Meet EMC Category 2 requirements.
Motor Overload, Underload, and Stall
Protections
Protect against premature motor failure.
BACnet® MS/TP, BACnet IP, Modbus®, and
N2 Network Protocols
Provide a wide variety of communication protocols to meet the needs
of many applications.
VSD Series II Variable Speed Open Drives
Product Bulletin
Code No. LIT-12011824
Issued June 2018