Copeland ZB29KQE-TFD-559 Scroll Compressor – Three Phase
The Copeland ZB29KQE-TFD-559 is a commercial refrigeration scroll compressor designed for medium-temperature refrigeration applications. The ZB range uses Copeland scroll technology for reliable, efficient operation in refrigeration systems.
The TFD motor configuration is designed for 380–420 V, three-phase, 50 Hz operation.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Manufacturer | Copeland |
| Model | ZB29KQE-TFD-559 |
| Compressor Type | Hermetic Scroll |
| Application | Medium Temperature Refrigeration |
| Voltage | 380–420 V |
| Phase | 3 Phase |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
| Nominal HP Class | 4 HP |
| Refrigerant | R404A / R507 application – verify refrigerant against system and current Copeland approval |
| Displacement | Not verified in cm³ from available Copeland documentation |
| Swept Volume | 11.4 m³/h |
| Maximum Operating Current | 10.0 A |
| LRA | 50 A |
| Oil Type | POE |
| Oil Charge | Not verified |
| Suction Connection | Not verified for compressor body |
| Discharge Connection | Not verified for compressor body |
| Weight | Not verified |
| Recommended Drier | Not verified – select to suit refrigerant, capacity and system connection size |
Performance – 50 Hz
Copeland publishes performance data for the ZB29KQE family. At -20°C evaporating / 30°C condensing, Copeland lists approximately:
| Evap Temp | Condensing Temp | Cooling Capacity | Input Power |
|---|
| -20°C | 30°C | 6,900 W | 3,000 W |
| -15°C | 30°C | 8,500 W | 3,000 W |
| -10°C | 30°C | 10,400 W | 3,000 W |
| -5°C | 30°C | 12,500 W | 3,100 W |
| 0°C | 30°C | 14,800 W | 3,100 W |
Performance conditions published by Copeland include 20°C return-gas temperature in the applicable operating region and 0 K subcooling.
Selection Note
The ZB29KQE-TFD-559 is a three-phase refrigeration scroll compressor. Refrigerant approval and the compressor operating envelope should always be checked against the exact application before replacement or retrofit.
Manufacturer sources: Copeland ZB/KQ refrigeration compressor product catalogue and Copeland F-Series 50 Hz refrigeration documentation.
