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Schneider ATV6A0C40Q4 Variable Speed Drive
The Schneider ATV6A0C40Q4 Variable Speed Drive offers a 400.0 kW at 400 V normal duty315.0 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 | ATV6A0C40Q4 |
Schneider ATV6A0C40Q4 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 | 730.0 A at 2.5 kHz normal duty590.0 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 | 472 kVA at 400 V normal duty378 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 | 400.0 kW at 400 V normal duty315.0 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: 10310 W, switching frequency 2.5 kHz (normal duty)Forced convection: 7730 W, switching frequency 2.5 kHz (heavy duty) |
| Nominal switching frequency | 2.5 kHz |
| Motor power hp | - |
| Network number of phases | 3 phases |
The Schneider Electric ATV6A0C40Q4 VFD is a high-capacity 400 kW Variable Speed Drive from the advanced Altivar Process ATV600 range. Built for heavy-duty industrial applications, this Schneider APM drive delivers reliable performance, energy optimization, and flexible motor control for both synchronous and asynchronous motors in large-scale automation systems.
Engineered for efficiency, the ATV6A0C40Q4 Schneider Variable Speed Drive supports a rated supply voltage of 400 V, delivering up to 400 kW (472 kVA) in normal duty and 315 kW (378 kVA) in heavy duty. It operates with a supply frequency of 50–60 Hz, an adjustable output frequency up to 500 Hz, and a switching frequency between 2.5–8 kHz for precise speed regulation. With integrated Ethernet, Modbus serial, and Modbus TCP communication protocols, plus RS-485 physical interface, this drive ensures seamless connectivity across industrial networks. Its design includes configurable relay outputs rated for 100,000 cycles, advanced analogue/digital inputs, and optimized torque control modes for both constant and variable torque applications.
Durability is reinforced with IP00 design for cabinet integration (IP21 or IP54 available), compliance with IEC 61800 standards, and reliable operation at altitudes up to 4800 m with derating. The drive withstands vibration up to 5 gn and shock resistance up to 7 gn, ensuring resilience in harsh conditions. With forced convection cooling, power dissipation is managed at 10,310 W (normal duty) and 7,730 W (heavy duty). Widely adopted in energy-intensive industries such as oil & gas, water treatment, and heavy manufacturing, the Schneider Electric ATV6A0C40Q4 VFD is a proven solution for large-scale motor control and process optimization.




