{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"VW3SKLN160H225","brand":"Schneider Electric","brandSlug":"schneider","productSlug":"VW3SKLN160H225","canonicalUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/schneider/VW3SKLN160H225","factsUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/VW3SKLN160H225","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Schneider Electric Altivar series, VW3SKLN160H225, line choke, 160 A rated current, 0.225 mH inductance, 3-phase, IP00, 104 W thermal losses.","salesMarkdown":"## What this line choke does The VW3SKLN160H225 is a 3-phase line choke (line reactor) from the Schneider Altivar accessory range, rated at 160 A continuous with 0.225 mH inductance. It sits between the mains supply and a variable-frequency drive to reduce current harmonics, smooth line transients, and limit peak inrush currents during power-up. The 0.225 mH value is sized for a 160 A drive input — the inductance limits the rate of rise of fault current and keeps harmonic distortion within the drive's design envelope. Rated at 160 A continuous, this choke matches the input of a 160 A Altivar drive frame. The 0.225 mH inductance value is the one that governs harmonic attenuation — too low and the choke doesn't filter; too high and voltage drop across the reactor starves the drive DC bus. Thermal losses of 104 W mean the choke dissipates heat into the enclosure; panel builders need to account for that in the cabinet thermal budget. The IP00 open-frame construction means it's not touch-safe — it goes inside a locked electrical enclosure, not in a washdown area. ## Physical integration The choke measures 316 mm wide × 370 mm high × 200 mm deep. It's a bolted-down component — no DIN-rail clip. The IP00 rating means it's an open-frame reactor; plan for top/bottom clearance for airflow and cable entry. The 104 W thermal loss needs ventilation or forced air in a sealed cabinet. Three-phase line and load connections are the standard power terminals; no control wiring.","metaTitle":"Schneider Altivar VW3SKLN160H225 Line Choke, 160 A, 0.225 mH","metaDescription":"VW3SKLN160H225 line reactor for Altivar drives. 160 A rated, 0.225 mH, 3-phase, IP00. Obsolete — sourced to order against RFQ. EN 50178.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":"Obsolete","categoryPath":["Motor Control Accessories"],"specifications":{"Depth":"200 mm","Width":"316 mm","Height":"370 mm","Standards":"EN 50178","Max current":"1.5 x nominal current (duration = 60 s)","Thermal losses":"104 W","lifecycle_stage":"mature","Number Of Phases":"3 phases","Range of product":"Altivar","Device application":"Reduction of current harmonics","[In] rated current":"160 A","Value of inductance":"0.225 mH","Power Supply Frequency":"50...60 Hz","IP degree of protection":"IP00","Product or component type":"Line choke"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":null,"priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":null,"sourceUrl":"https://www.se.com/be/en/product/VW3SKLN160H225/line-reactor-160-amp-225-nh-690-v-3-phases/","alternativesUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/api/mcp/products/VW3SKLN160H225/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"Where can I buy VW3SKLN160H225 and get a price?","answer":"We source and quote this part to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for a firm number."},{"question":"What are the key specifications of VW3SKLN160H225?","answer":"Rated current 160 A, inductance 0.225 mH, 3-phase, 50/60 Hz, thermal losses 104 W, IP00 open-frame, dimensions 316 × 370 × 200 mm, compliant with EN 50178."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://aoctrl.com/schneider/VW3SKLN160H225","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/VW3SKLN160H225 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}}