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Eaton PowerXL DG1 Variable Frequency Drive, CT Torque, 3-Phase

Eaton PowerXL DG1 Variable Frequency Drive, CT Torque, 3-Phase

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Model: DG1-32025FB-C21C

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Eaton PowerXL DG1 Variable Frequency Drive, CT Torque, 3-Phase

The Eaton PowerXL DG1 Variable Frequency Drive is a constant-torque (CT) rated three-phase drive built for demanding industrial motor control applications. This drive family accepts a 380-500V (-15%, +10%) three-phase input at 50-60 Hz and is housed in an IP21/Type 1 rated enclosure with an integrated LCD graphical keypad. Backed by an internal EMC filter, DC choke, and brake chopper, the PowerXL DG1 delivers reliable, code-compliant performance for pumps, fans, conveyors, and other motor-driven equipment. Eaton designed this Frame 2 drive with two expansion slots and multi-protocol communication for flexible integration into modern control systems.

Key Features

  • Input Voltage: 400V nominal, 380-500V (-15%, +10%) three-phase input for standard industrial power systems.
  • Torque Rating: CT (constant torque) rated for consistent performance under steady load conditions.
  • Phase Configuration: Three-phase in, three-phase out for balanced motor control.
  • Current Rating: Maximum current of 25/31 A with a maximum output current of 25 A.
  • Protection: Internal EMC filter and DC choke with EMI/RFI filtering to reduce line disturbances.
  • Brake Chopper: Integrated brake chopper for controlled deceleration and dynamic braking.
  • Enclosure Rating: IP21/Type 1 enclosure suitable for standard indoor industrial environments.
  • Display & Keypad: Included LCD graphical display and keypad for on-drive setup and monitoring.
  • Communication: EtherNet, RS-485, BACnet MS/TP, and Modbus TCP/RTU communication for building and process integration.
  • Expansion: Frame size 2 construction with 2 expansion slots for added flexibility.
  • Software: Active energy control and quick start wizard for simplified commissioning.

Certifications & Compliance

  • cUL Listed
  • RoHS Compliant

Technical Specifications

  • Torque rating: CT
  • Product Type: Electrical Component
  • Catalog Notes: 0
  • Frame size: 2
  • Department: Electrical

Typical Applications

  • Industrial Motor Control and Automation
  • HVAC Pump and Fan Speed Control
  • Conveyor and Material Handling Systems
  • Motor Control Center and Panelboard Integration
  • Commercial and Industrial Facility Upgrades

Why Eaton?

Eaton engineers the PowerXL DG1 series with an internal EMC filter, DC choke, and brake chopper to deliver dependable, disturbance-resistant motor control. With cUL Listing and RoHS Compliance, this drive is built to meet recognized safety and environmental standards while supporting multi-protocol communication for modern industrial and commercial control systems. Choose Eaton PowerXL DG1 for reliable, code-compliant variable frequency drive performance.

Manufacturer Resources

Product Specs

Torque Rating:
CT
Voltage Rating:
380-500V
Keypad:
Included
Product Height:
16 in
Phase:
Three-phase in, three-phase out
Brake Chopper:
Brake chopper
Product Type:
Variable Frequency Drive
Number Of Slots:
2 expansion slots
Product Wattage:
5.5 kW
Frequency Rating:
50-60 Hz
Catalog Notes:
0
Horsepower:
7.50 hp
Input output:
3 inputs, 3 outputs
Certifications:
cUL Listed
Product Width:
15 in
Performance Rating:
IP21
Maximum Current:
25/31 A
Product Length/Depth:
28 in
Output current - max:
25 A
Protection:
Internal EMC filter, DC choke
Product Material:
Coated board
Display:
LCD graphical
Input Voltage:
400 V, 380-500 V(-15%, +10%)
Protection filtering:
EMI, RFI Filter
Series:
First Generation
Frame Size:
2
Compliances:
RoHS Compliant
Software:
Active energy control, quick start wizard
Configuration:
IP21/Type 1
Special Features:
Coated board
Department:
Electrical
Amperage Rating:
25/31A
Listing:
cUL Listed
Standards:
RoHS Compliant
Product Group:
Wiring Devices
Product Subgroup:
Parts & Accessories
Product Length:
28 in
Product Weight:
16 lb

Eaton DG1-32025FB-C21C – Frequently Asked Questions

1) Will the Eaton PowerXL DG1 DG1-32025FB-C21C run on 480V three-phase power?
Yes. The DG1-32025FB-C21C is a 400V nominal drive with a usable input range of 380-500V (-15%, +10%) three-phase at 50-60 Hz, so a standard 480V three-phase service is inside its band. It is three-phase in and three-phase out, so it will not accept single-phase supply.
2) What size motor will this Eaton PowerXL DG1 drive handle?
It is rated 7.5 hp / 5.5 kW with a maximum output current of 25 A (25/31 A max current rating). Size by motor nameplate full-load amps, not horsepower alone: if your 400/480V motor's FLA exceeds 25 A continuous, you need the next frame up.
3) Can this VFD be mounted outdoors or in a washdown area?
No. The DG1 drive comes in an IP21 / Type 1 enclosure, which is indoor-only protection against dripping water and finger contact. For outdoor, dusty, or washdown locations you need it inside a rated protective enclosure or a Type 4/12 version. The boards are conformal coated, which helps in humid or mildly corrosive plant air, but the enclosure rating still governs where it can hang.
4) Will this Eaton VFD talk to a BACnet building automation system?
Yes. The DG1 supports EtherNet, RS-485, BACnet MS/TP, and Modbus TCP/RTU out of the box, so it drops into a BAS over MS/TP twisted pair or onto an Ethernet segment for Modbus TCP. Two expansion slots are available if you need an additional protocol card or extra I/O.
5) Is CT torque rating right for a conveyor, or do I need a variable torque drive?
CT (constant torque) is the right rating for conveyors, positive displacement pumps, mixers, and other loads that demand full torque across the speed range. The DG1-32025FB-C21C is CT rated. Fans and centrifugal pumps are variable torque loads and can often use a VT-rated drive of the same frame at a higher horsepower, so if your load is purely a fan, compare a VT model before buying on horsepower alone.
6) Do I need an external brake resistor package or a separate braking unit with this drive?
The brake chopper is built into the DG1, so you do not need a separate braking module. You still supply the brake resistor itself sized to your load and duty cycle if the application needs dynamic braking (high inertia, fast decel, overhauling loads). If the machine coasts or ramps down slowly, the chopper can sit unused.
7) Does this drive come with a keypad, or is that ordered separately?
The LCD graphical display and keypad ship on the drive. You can commission and monitor at the unit itself, and the quick start wizard walks through basic motor setup without a laptop or software licence.
8) Do I need to add a line reactor or EMC filter for this DG1 drive?
An EMC filter and a DC choke are built in, with EMI/RFI filtering to cut line disturbance back into the facility. The DC choke also handles the harmonic mitigation a line reactor is normally added for, so in most panel installs no external reactor is required. Long motor lead runs are a separate issue and may still call for an output filter.
9) How much panel space do I need to plan for this Eaton PowerXL DG1?
Plan around a Frame 2 unit measuring 16 in height, 15 in width, and 28 in length/depth as listed. Allow clearance above and below for cooling airflow on top of those figures when laying out the backplane or MCC section.
10) Is this VFD acceptable for a Canadian jobsite inspection?
The PowerXL DG1 is cUL Listed and RoHS compliant, which covers the Canadian listing requirement an inspector looks for on a drive. Installation still has to meet local code for disconnect, overcurrent protection, and conductor sizing ahead of the drive.
11) What exact Eaton part number is this drive, for matching an existing installation?
The catalog number is Eaton DG1-32025FB-C21C, a First Generation PowerXL DG1, 400V class, CT rated, Frame 2, IP21/Type 1 with keypad. Match that full string when standardizing spares across a plant, since the suffix carries the enclosure and filter content.
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