Schneider VFD Drives
Schneider Electric offers a wide range of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) under the Altivar series , designed for industrial, commercial, and HVAC applications. These drives provide energy efficiency, precise motor control, and seamless integration with automation systems.
1. General Specifications of Schneider VFD Drives
1.1 Voltage & Power Range
- Low Voltage Drives (LV Drives)
- Single-phase: 200V-240V (up to 3 kW)
- Three-phase: 200V-240V / 380V-480V / 500V-690V (up to 2.4 MW)
- Medium Voltage Drives (MV Drives)
- Voltage Range: 2.3kV – 13.8kV
- Power Range: Up to 20 MW
1.2 Motor Compatibility
- Induction Motors (IM)
- Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSM)
- Synchronous Reluctance Motors
1.3 Control Features
- V/F (Volts per Hertz) Control
- Open-loop & Closed-loop Vector Control
- Direct Torque Control (DTC) for Precision Applications
- Regenerative Braking for Energy Recovery
1.4 Protection & Enclosure Ratings
- Ingress Protection (IP Ratings):
- IP20, IP21 (Standard Indoor Use)
- IP54, IP55, IP66 (Harsh Industrial Environments)
- Overload Capacity:
- Normal Duty (ND): 110% for 60s
- Heavy Duty (HD): 150% for 60s
1.5 Communication Protocols
- Modbus RTU / Modbus TCP
- Ethernets/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS
- CANopen, Device Net
- BACnet (For HVAC Applications)
1.6 Special Features
✔ Automatic Motor Adaptation (AMA) for Easy Setup
✔ Built-in EMC Filter for Noise Reduction
✔ PID Control for Process Applications
✔ Multi-pump Control & HVAC-Specific Features
✔ Safety Integrated (STO, SIL 2 / SIL 3)
2. Popular Schneider VFD Models & Their Specifications
2.1 Altivar ATV12 (Compact & Entry-Level Drive)
- Power Range: 0.18 kW – 4 kW
- Voltage: 1PH 200-240V / 3PH 200-240V
- Application: Simple machines, conveyors, fans, pumps
- IP Rating: IP20
2.2 Altivar ATV320 (General Purpose Drive)
- Power Range: 0.18 kW – 15 kW
- Voltage: 1PH 200-240V / 3PH 380-480V
- Application: Industrial automation, material handling
- Special Feature: Integrated safety functions (STO, SIL3)
2.3 Altivar ATV340 (High-Performance Drive)
- Power Range: 0.75 kW – 75 kW
- Voltage: 3PH 200-690V
- Application: High-speed machinery, packaging, cranes
- Special Feature: Advanced motion control, Ethernet communication
2.4 Altivar ATV630 (Process Drive for Pumps & Fans)
- Power Range: 0.75 kW – 2.4 MW
- Voltage: 3PH 380-690V
- Application: Water treatment, HVAC, oil & gas
- Special Feature: Energy optimization, PID control
2.5 Altivar ATV930 (Advanced Process Drive)
- Power Range: 0.75 kW – 1.5 MW
- Voltage: 3PH 200-690V
- Application: Heavy industry, hoists, marine, mining
- Special Feature: Regenerative braking, predictive maintenance
2.6 Altivar Process ATV600 & ATV900 (Industry 4.0-Ready Drives)
- Power Range: 0.75 kW – 20 MW
- Voltage: 3PH 380-690V / MV 2.3-13.8kV
- Application: Smart factories, energy-efficient applications
- Special Feature: IIoT-ready, cloud connectivity, analytics
3. Schneider Medium Voltage VFDs
3.1 Altivar Process ATV1200 (Medium Voltage Drive)
- Power Range: 0.2 MW – 20 MW
- Voltage: 2.3 kV – 13.8 kV
- Application: Power plants, oil & gas, marine, steel industry
- Special Feature: High efficiency, low harmonics, modular design
4. Key Benefits of Schneider VFDs
✔ Energy-efficient motor control for reduced operating costs
✔ Precise speed & torque control for demanding applications
✔ User-friendly interface & diagnostics for easy operation
✔ Multiple communication protocols for seamless integration
✔ Robust design with high IP ratings for industrial use
For detailed technical specifications , visit the Schneider Electric official website or check the respective product manuals . Let me know if you need specifications for a specific model! ????
