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Schneider ATV6A0C16Q4 Variable Speed Drive
The Schneider ATV6A0C16Q4 Variable Speed Drive offers a 160.0 kW at 400 V normal duty132.0 kW at 400 V heavy duty motor power, 2-wire RS 485 for Modbus serial, 3 phases. Manufactured by Schneider under the Schneider Variable Speed Drive (VSD) category, this model belongs to the ATV600 Series.

| Brand | Schneider |
| Product Type | VFD(Variable Frequency Drive) |
| Product | ATV6A0C16Q4 |
Schneider ATV6A0C16Q4 Variable Speed Drive – Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Degree of protection | - |
| Supply frequency | 50...60 Hz - 5...5 % |
| Vibration resistance | 1.5 mm peak to peak (f= 2…13 Hz) conforming to IEC 60068-2-60.5 gn (f= 13…200 Hz) conforming to IEC 60068-2-6 |
| IP degree of protection | IP00 (for IP21 or IP54 cabinet integration) conforming to IEC 61800-5-1IP00 (for IP21 or IP54 cabinet integration) conforming to IEC 60529 |
| Speed drive output frequency | 0…500 Hz |
| Electromagnetic compatibility | Electrostatic discharge immunity test level 3 conforming to IEC 61000-4-2Radiated radio-frequency electromagnetic field immunity test level 3 conforming to IEC 61000-4-3Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test level 4 conforming to IEC 61000-4-41.2/50 µs - 8/20 µs surge immunity test level 3 conforming to IEC 61000-4-5Conducted radio-frequency immunity test level 3 conforming to IEC 61000-4-6 |
| Product or component type | Variable speed drive |
| Output voltage | <= power supply voltage |
| Asynchronous motor control profile | Constant torque standardVariable torque standardOptimized torque mode |
| Mounting mode | Cabinet mount |
| Ambient air temperature for storage | -40…70 °C |
| Continuous output current | 302.0 A at 2.5 kHz normal duty250.0 A at 2.5 kHz heavy duty |
| Relay output type | Configurable relay logic R1: fault relay NO/NC electrical durability 100000 cyclesConfigurable relay logic R2: sequence relay NO electrical durability 100000 cyclesConfigurable relay logic R3: sequence relay NO electrical durability 100000 cycles |
| Minimum switching current | Relay output R1, R2, R3: 5 mA at 24 V DC |
| Electrical connection | Control: removable screw terminals 0.5...1.5 mm²/AWG 20...AWG 16Line side: screw terminalMotor: M10 x 2 bars |
| Synchronous motor control profile | Permanent magnet motor |
| Physical interface | 2-wire RS 485 for Modbus serial |
| Pollution degree | 2 conforming to IEC 61800-5-1 |
| Type of polarization | No impedance for Modbus serial |
| Product destination | Synchronous motorsAsynchronous motors |
| Number of preset speeds | 16 preset speeds |
| Operating altitude | <= 1000 m without derating1000...4800 m with current derating 1 % per 100 m |
| Apparent power | 193 kVA at 400 V normal duty161 kVA at 400 V heavy duty |
| [Us] rated supply voltage | 400 V - 15...10 % |
| Ambient air temperature for operation | -10…40 °C without derating40…50 °C with derating factor |
| Supply | External supply for digital inputs: 24 V DC (19…30 V), <1.25 mA, protection type: overload and short-circuit protectionInternal supply for reference potentiometer (1 to 10 kOhm): 10.5 V DC +/- 5 %, <10 mA, protection type: overload and short-circuit protectionInternal supply for digital inputs and STO: 24 V DC (21…27 V), <200 mA, protection type: overload and short-circuit protection |
| Switching frequency | 2.5...8 kHz with derating factor2...8 kHz adjustable |
| Motor power kW | 160.0 kW at 400 V normal duty132.0 kW at 400 V heavy duty |
| EMC filter | Integrated with 300 m conforming to IEC 61800-3 category C3 |
| Communication port protocol | EthernetModbus serialModbus TCP |
| Analogue input type | AI1, AI2, AI3 software-configurable voltage: 0...10 V DC, impedance: 30 kOhm, resolution 12 bitsAI1, AI2, AI3 software-configurable current: 0...20 mA/4...20 mA, impedance: 250 Ohm, resolution 12 bits |
| Maximum switching current | Relay output R1, R2, R3 on resistive load, cos phi = 1: 3 A at 250 V ACRelay output R1, R2, R3 on resistive load, cos phi = 1: 3 A at 30 V DCRelay output R1, R2, R3 on inductive load, cos phi = 0.4 and L/R = 7 ms: 2 A at 250 V ACRelay output R1, R2, R3 on inductive load, cos phi = 0.4 and L/R = 7 ms: 2 A at 30 V DC |
| Range of product | Altivar Process ATV600 |
| Shock resistance | 7 gn for 11 ms conforming to IEC 60068-2-27 |
| Power dissipation in W | Forced convection: 4680 W, switching frequency 2.5 kHz (normal duty)Forced convection: 3590 W, switching frequency 2.5 kHz (heavy duty) |
| Nominal switching frequency | 2.5 kHz |
| Motor power hp | - |
| Network number of phases | 3 phases |
Give us a call to get the lowest pricing on the Schneider 160 kW Variable Speed Drive ATV6A0C16Q4. This drive, part of the Altivar Process ATV600 range, is equipped with advanced specifications. The supply frequency is 50...60 Hz with a tolerance of -5...+5 %, and it supports a wide output frequency range from 0…500 Hz, providing flexibility for various applications. The output voltage aligns with the power supply voltage, and it is designed for secure cabinet mounting. For efficient communication, it features a 2-wire RS 485 interface for Modbus serial communication. The VFD operates effectively up to 1000 m without derating, with a current derating of 1 % per 100 m from 1000 to 4800 m. The adjustable switching frequency ranges from 2...8 kHz or 2.5...8 kHz with a derating factor for precision control. Elevate your project with a customized quote on the Schneider 160 kW Variable Speed Drive and enjoy our competitive pricing and personalized support that surpasses other distributors and dealers.




