{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"VW3A16704","brand":"Schneider Electric","brandSlug":"schneider","productSlug":"VW3A16704","canonicalUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/schneider/VW3A16704","factsUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/VW3A16704","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Schneider Electric VW3A16704 enclosed braking resistor, 100 Ohm, 200 W, IP30, 1 unit per package, obsolete ATV 16 accessory.","salesMarkdown":"## Obsolete — last-time-buy sourcing Schneider Electric has marked the VW3A16704 as obsolete — the factory no longer builds it. This is a last-time-buy part; once the surplus channel dries up, the only option is a functional replacement that likely requires a board spin or panel rework. The part is an enclosed braking resistor, 100 Ohm, 200 W continuous power, with IP30 protection — meaning it is intended for indoor panel mounting where dust ingress is limited and no washdown is present. The 100 Ohm value sets the peak braking torque the resistor can absorb from the DC bus during deceleration. A lower resistance draws more current and stops the motor faster; 100 Ohm is a mid-range value suited to Altivar 16 drives in the 0.75–2.2 kW range, where the duty cycle is intermittent rather than continuous. 200 W continuous power means the resistor can dissipate 200 W indefinitely — but braking events are short bursts. The real thermal limit is the energy pulse rating, which is not listed here; for a 200 W resistor, the peak energy per braking cycle is typically 10–20× the continuous rating for a few seconds, after which the element needs time to cool. ## Mounting and enclosure fit IP30 means the resistor is finger-safe but not sealed — it must be mounted inside a panel or enclosure that provides the environmental seal. The resistor is a single-unit package (1 unit per package) — no multi-pack option. It connects to the drive's braking terminals via the supplied flying leads; the wiring gauge should match the drive's braking circuit rating, typically 1.5–2.5 mm² for this power class.","metaTitle":"Schneider VW3A16704 Braking Resistor, 100 Ohm, 200 W","metaDescription":"Schneider Electric VW3A16704 enclosed braking resistor, 100 Ohm, 200 W, IP30. Obsolete — sourced to order against RFQ through independent channels.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":"Obsolete","categoryPath":["Motor Control Accessories"],"specifications":{"Category":"22035-***OBSOLETE***ATV 16 ACCESS","Ohmic value":"100 Ohm","lifecycle_stage":"mature","Continuous power":"200 W","Nbr. of units in pkg.":"1","IP Degree of Protection":"IP30","Product or Component Type":"Braking resistor"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$570.95","priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":null,"sourceUrl":"https://www.se.com/ae/en/product/VW3A16704/braking-resistor-enclosed-ip-30-100-ohm-200-w/","alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/VW3A16704/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"What is VW3A16704's ohmic value and power rating?","answer":"The resistor is rated 100 Ohm with 200 W continuous power dissipation. This combination is typical for Altivar 16 drives in the 0.75–2.2 kW range, providing moderate braking torque for intermittent duty cycles."},{"question":"What compliance documentation does Schneider Electric provide for VW3A16704?","answer":"The evidence does not list specific compliance documents (RoHS, REACH, UL, IEC) for this part. As an obsolete accessory, the original packaging may have included a CE declaration for the ATV 16 series; current surplus stock may or may not retain documentation. Confirm at RFQ if compliance paperwork is required for your site."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/schneider/VW3A16704","citationPolicyUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/llms.txt","source":"AO Ctrl","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"AO Ctrl\" and link https://aoctrl.com/schneider/VW3A16704 when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-09-02T08:15:54.622Z","lastPublished":"2026-09-02T08:15:54.622Z","indexable":true}}