Product Introduction
The Schneider Electric ATV71HD15N4 Variable Speed Drive is a mid-power industrial drive from the Altivar 71 series, designed for complex, high-power machine applications. It delivers precise motor speed control, robust performance, and flexible integration for industrial machinery operating under continuous or variable loads.
This drive is engineered for three-phase motors up to 15 kW (20 hp) and incorporates advanced control features, including integrated EMC filtering and a reinforced assembly with heat sinks. Its compact design allows installation in control panels where space is constrained, while still providing high reliability, smooth acceleration, and efficient motor management for various applications such as pumps, fans, conveyors, and process machines.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Range of Product | Altivar 71 |
| Product or Component Type | Variable speed drive |
| Component Name | ATV71 |
| Model | ATV71HD15N4 |
| Product Specific Application | Complex, high-power machines |
| Motor Power | 15 kW, 3 phase 380…480 V |
| Maximum Horse Power Rating | 20 hp, 3 phase 380…480 V |
| Power Supply Voltage | 380…480 V (−15…+10 %) |
| Phase | 3 phase |
| Maximum Motor Cable Length | 50 m shielded / 100 m unshielded |
| Line Current | 39 A @ 480 V, 48 A @ 380 V |
| EMC Filter | Integrated |
| Assembly Style | With heat sink |
| Apparent Power | 31.6 kVA @ 380 V |
| Prospective Line Isc | 22 kA, 3 phase |
| Nominal Output Current | 27 A @ 460 V 4 kHz / 33 A @ 380 V 4 kHz |
| Maximum Transient Current | 49.5 A 60 s / 54.5 A 2 s |
| Output Frequency | 0.1…599 Hz |
| Nominal Switching Frequency | 4 kHz |
| Dimensions | 400 × 213 × 230 mm |
| Weight | 13 kg |
Applications
• Industrial machinery such as compact conveyors, fans, pumps, and mixers
• Process automation systems, requiring stable speed and torque control
• Control panels with space limitations, utilizing compact, integrated drives
• Pumping and ventilation systems, operating with variable load demands
• Retrofit and modernization projects, replacing older mid-power drives
• Distributed control systems, ensuring reliable motor management across multiple units
Advantages
• Mid-power capability, supporting up to 15 kW / 20 hp motors
• Compact design with heat sink, suitable for tight installations
• Integrated EMC filter, reducing electrical noise and interference
• Precise speed and torque control, improving process stability
• High transient current handling, allowing temporary overloads without damage
• Wide output frequency range, from 0.1 Hz to 599 Hz for versatile applications
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