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The filter can handle 1.2× nominal current for 60 seconds — enough for starting or short overloads without oversizing. The enclosure is IP00, so it is panel-mounted, not floor-standing; plan for forced airflow or enough natural convection clearance around the 495 mm depth × 430 mm width × 350 mm height footprint. ## Cable length and connection This filter supports motor cable runs up to 1000 m with unshielded cable, or 500 m with shielded cable. That is the main reason to add a sinus filter on a long drop — reflected wave spikes at the motor terminals get suppressed. The electrical connection is via M10 copper bars, accepting up to 120 mm² or AWG 4/0. That is a substantial lug; verify your cable lug ring size matches M10 before terminating. ## Environmental and mounting conditions The filter is also rated for biological, chemical, and dust resistance classes 3B1, 3C3, and 3S3 respectively per IEC 60721-3-3, and meets shock and vibration class 3M4. Operating temperature range is -15 to 50 °C without derating; above 50 °C up to 60 °C, derate current by 1.5% per °C. At altitude above 1000 m up to 4000 m, derate 1% per 100 m. Relative humidity 5–95% non-condensing. ## Switching frequency and voltage drop The filter is rated for a switching frequency range of 2.5 to 6 kHz. Maximum output frequency is 100 Hz — fine for standard induction motors, not for high-speed spindles. Expect a maximum voltage drop of 8% at rated load, which means the drive may need to boost output voltage slightly to compensate; factor that into the motor terminal voltage budget.","metaTitle":"Schneider VW3A5406 Sinus Filter, 180 A, 480 V, IP00","metaDescription":"Schneider VW3A5406 output sinus filter for Altivar drives. Rated 180 A, 480 V AC, IP00. Active production. Available to order. Request a quote.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":"Active","categoryPath":["AC Drive (VFD) 480V"],"specifications":{"Depth":"495 mm","Width":"430 mm","title":"VW3A5406","Height":"350 mm","Max current":"1.20 x nominal current (duration = 60 s)","description":"output sinus filter, Altivar, 180A, for variable speed drive","Thermal losses":"411 W at 4 kHz","lifecycle_stage":"mature","Pollution degree":"3 conforming to IEC 61800-5-1","Relative humidity":"5...95 % without condensation","Operating altitude":"1000...4000 m with current derating 1 % per 100 m","[In] rated current":"180 A","Permissible voltage":"480 V AC","Switching frequency":"2.5...6 kHz","Electrical connection":"M10 copper bar, connection capacity: 120 mm² / AWG 4/0","Mechanical robustness":"Shocks class 3M4 conforming to IEC 60721-3-3 Vibrations class 3M4 conforming to IEC 60721-3-3","IP degree of protection":"IP00","Maximum output frequency":"100 Hz","Product or component type":"Sinus filter","Maximum motor cable length":"1000 m unshielded cable 500 m shielded cable","Environmental characteristic":"Biological pollution resistance class 3B1 conforming to IEC 60721-3-3 Chemical pollution resistance class 3C3 conforming to IEC 60721-3-3 Dust pollution resistance class 3S3 conforming to IEC 60721-3-3","Product specific application":"Output filter","Maximum voltage drop at rated load":"8 %","Ambient air temperature for storage":"-40...70 °C","Ambient air temperature for operation":"50...60 °C (with current derating 1.5 % per °C) -15...50 °C (without current derating)"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":null,"stockQuantity":0,"priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.aoctrl.com/42fe0443636b856b371a9224a5bd16e7.pdf","sourceUrl":"https://www.se.com/in/en/product/VW3A5406/output-sinus-filter-altivar-180a-for-variable-speed-drive/"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"Where can I buy VW3A5406 and how do I get a price?","answer":"We source the VW3A5406 to order against an RFQ. Submit a request through our quote system for current pricing and availability."},{"question":"What is VW3A5406's rated current and voltage?","answer":"The VW3A5406 is rated for 180 A continuous current at 480 V AC."},{"question":"What compliance documentation does Schneider provide for VW3A5406?","answer":"The filter is designed to IEC 61800-5-1 (pollution degree 3) and IEC 60721-3-3 (environmental classes 3B1, 3C3, 3S3, and mechanical class 3M4). Standard Schneider documentation includes the CE declaration and technical datasheet. Specific RoHS/REACH declarations are available on request."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/schneider/VW3A5406","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/VW3A5406 when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-07-22T19:47:38.189Z","lastPublished":"2026-07-22T19:47:38.189Z","indexable":true}}