PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC 18268 - Industrial Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
This entry describes a representative industrial Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) from SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC, exemplifying the advanced motor control and energy management capabilities inherent in their automation portfolio. Designed for precise speed and torque regulation of asynchronous and synchronous motors, this component integrates sophisticated control algorithms for optimized process performance, energy efficiency, and system diagnostics. It is engineered for demanding industrial applications including pumps, fans, compressors, conveyors, and HVAC systems, facilitating seamless integration into modern industrial control architectures.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: Altivar Process ATV600 Series (Representative)
- COMPONENT TYPE: Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- NOMINAL INPUT VOLTAGE: 380-480VAC
- INPUT PHASE: 3-Phase
- NOMINAL INPUT FREQUENCY: 50/60 Hz
- NOMINAL OUTPUT POWER: 11 kW (15 HP)
- NOMINAL OUTPUT CURRENT: 23 A
- OVERLOAD CAPACITY: 150% for 60 seconds
- OUTPUT FREQUENCY RANGE: 0.1 to 500 Hz
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- FORM FACTOR: Wall-mounted, compact enclosure
- COOLING METHOD: Forced air convection
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- CONTROL MODES: Sensorless Vector Control (SVC), Voltage/Frequency (V/f) Control, Flux Vector Control (FVC)
- COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS: Integrated Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus Serial, Ethernet/IP. Optional modules for PROFINET, DeviceNet, CANopen, BACnet.
- DIGITAL INPUTS: 6 (Configurable)
- ANALOG INPUTS: 3 (Configurable)
- DIGITAL OUTPUTS: 3 (Configurable relay/logic)
- ANALOG OUTPUTS: 2 (Configurable)
- FEEDBACK: Encoder feedback capability via optional modules
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP21 (Standard), IP55 (Optional)
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -15 to 50 degrees Celsius (without derating)
- MOUNTING STYLE: Vertical wall mount
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- MOTOR COMPATIBILITY: Asynchronous (induction) and Synchronous motors
- TARGET APPLICATIONS: Pumping, ventilation, compression, material handling, process control, water and wastewater treatment, HVAC systems.