Compact Speed Drive ATV320 0.18kW 1 Phase

The Schneider Electric Altivar 320 0.18 kW Single-Phase Compact Variable Speed Drive (reference ATV320U02M2C) is an advanced control solution designed for synchronous and asynchronous three-phase motors, especially in complex industrial and manufacturing applications. This drive is ideal for OEMs who require high performance, reliability, and flexibility in harsh industrial environments.

Optimization and Energy Savings:

The Altivar 320 is designed to provide efficient motor control in pumping, ventilation, and material handling applications, ensuring energy savings of up to 30%. Its optimization capability in ventilation and pumping applications makes it an ideal choice for installations seeking to reduce energy consumption without compromising performance. This frequency drive can dynamically adjust the motor speed according to the system's specific needs, improving energy efficiency and reducing operational costs.

Compatibility and Flexibility:

The Altivar 320 drive is compatible with a wide range of motors, including IE2, IE3, and permanent magnet motors, allowing it to adapt to a variety of industrial applications. Its ability to control both synchronous and asynchronous motors offers considerable flexibility in applications requiring different types of motors, from transport and packaging systems to mechanical actuators and textile machines.

This drive features advanced connectivity, supporting communication protocols like Modbus and CANopen as standard. Additionally, optional modules can be added to expand connectivity with industrial networks such as Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Profibus DP V1, EtherCAT, and more, allowing easy integration into advanced control systems and automation networks. This not only reduces initial investment but also enhances the flexibility of installation design.

Protection and Durability:

The Altivar 320 is designed to operate in demanding industrial environments, with an IP20 protection rating and the ability to function at temperatures up to 60°C without additional cooling. This makes it suitable for applications in harsh environmental conditions where other devices might require extra cooling systems.

The drive is also equipped with an integrated EMC class C2 filter, ensuring compliance with electromagnetic compatibility regulations, reducing interference with other electronic devices, and ensuring stable and safe operation in industrial environments.

Advanced Control and Protection Features:

The Altivar 320 includes various protection and control functions that ensure system performance and safety. These include:

• Overload and underload detection: Monitors the motor and system status, protecting them against abnormal load conditions, preventing equipment damage.
• Precise motor control: Offers precise torque and speed control, adapting to the specific needs of each application.
• Integrated and expandable connectivity: Modbus and CANopen ports are integrated as standard, while additional modules can be added for extra network protocols.

Key Technical Specifications:

• Rated power: 0.18 kW for heavy loads
• Supply voltage: 200 to 240 V AC (-15% to +10%)
• Rated output current: 1.5 A
• Supply frequency: 50/60 Hz (+/- 5%)
• Protection rating: IP20, suitable for protected environments.
• EMC filter: Integrated class C2, ensuring electromagnetic compatibility.
• Communication protocols: Integrated Modbus and CANopen, with the possibility to add modules for networks like Profinet, Profibus, EtherCAT, among others.

Typical Applications:

The Altivar 320 variable speed drive is optimized for a wide range of industrial applications requiring precise motor control, such as:

• Pumping systems: Optimizes energy consumption by adjusting motor speed according to system pressure demands.
• Ventilation systems: Allows efficient airflow control, reducing energy consumption in HVAC applications.
• Material handling: Controls motors in conveyors, lifting systems, and other material handling equipment, ensuring precise and safe control.
• Industrial machines: From textile machinery to mechanical actuators, this drive offers optimal and efficient motor control.

Benefits of the Altivar 320 0.18 kW Drive:

• Energy savings: Its dynamic adjustment capability in ventilation and pumping applications significantly reduces electrical consumption, improving overall system efficiency.
• Wide compatibility: Compatible with IE2, IE3, and permanent magnet motors, providing flexibility in use with different types of motors.
• Advanced connectivity: Integrated Modbus and CANopen protocols, along with additional connectivity options, allow integration into modern automation networks.
• Durability in harsh environments: Capable of operating at temperatures up to 60°C without additional cooling, ensuring reliable performance in challenging industrial conditions.