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Schneider Electric APM1A0C16N401 — AC Drive (VFD) 480V

Schneider APM1A0C16N401 Power Module 160kW 380-480V

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Schneider Electric Altivar Process Modular APM1A0C16N401 — power module, 160 kW (normal duty)/132 kW (heavy duty) at 380–480 V, IP00, integrated EMC filter

Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

APM1A0C16N401 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product typePower module
Device short nameAPM
Product range / familyAltivar Process Modular
APM1A0C16N401 — Power & Output
ParameterValue
Motor power (kW)160 kW at 380...480 V (normal duty) 132 kW at 380...480 V (heavy duty)
Continuous output current302 A at 2.5 kHz for normal duty 250 A at 2.5 kHz for heavy duty
Apparent power223 kVA at 380...480 V normal duty 181 kVA at 380...480 V heavy duty
APM1A0C16N401 — Input / Supply
ParameterValue
Rated supply voltage range380...480 V - 10...10 %
Network number of phases3 phases
APM1A0C16N401 — Protection & EMC
ParameterValue
Integrated EMC filter classIntegrated with 300 m conforming to IEC 61800-3 category C3
EMC immunity testsElectrostatic discharge immunity test level 3 conforming to IEC 61000-4-2 Radiated radio-frequency electromagnetic field immunity test level 3 conforming to IEC 61000-4-3 Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test level 4 conforming to IEC 61000-4-4 1.2/50 µs - 8/20 µs surge immunity test level 3 conforming to IEC 61000-4-5 Conducted radio-frequency immunity test level 3 conforming to IEC 61000-4-6
Prospective short-circuit current (Isc)50 kA
APM1A0C16N401 — Mechanical & Cooling
ParameterValue
Degree of protection (IP)UL type 1 conforming to UL 61800-5-1 (cabinet integration) UL type 12 conforming to UL 61800-5-1 (cabinet integration)
IP degree of protectionIP00 conforming to IEC 61800-5-1 IP21 (for cabinet integration) conforming to IEC 61800-5-1 IP54 (for cabinet integration) conforming to IEC 61800-5-1
APM1A0C16N401 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating ambient temperature-10...40 °C (without derating) 40...50 °C (with derating factor)
Operating altitude<= 4800 m with current derating above 1000m
Relative humidity5...95 % without condensation conforming to IEC 60068-2-3
Storage / transport temperature-40...70 °C
Pollution degree2 conforming to IEC 61800-5-1
Vibration resistance1.5 mm peak to peak (f= 2...13 Hz) conforming to IEC 60068-2-6 0.5 gn (f= 13...200 Hz) conforming to IEC 60068-2-6
APM1A0C16N401 — Approvals
ParameterValue
Certifications & markingCE
Standards complianceIEC 61800-3 IEC 61800-5-1 IEC 61000-3-12 IEC 60721-3 IEC 61508 IEC 13849-1

Product details

The APM1A0C16N401: Current-production unit (active, no end-of-life notice). Full compliance docs on file: CE marked, built to IEC 61800-3, IEC 61800-5-1, IEC 61000-3-12, IEC 60721-3, IEC 61508, and ISO 13849-1. Pollution degree 2. Environmental resistances: chemical 3C3, dust 3S3 per IEC 60721-3-3. Operates -10 to 40 °C without derating, up to 50 °C with derating; stores -40 to 70 °C. Vibration 1.5 mm pp at 2–13 Hz / 0.5 gn at 13–200 Hz; shock 7 gn / 11 ms. Insulation >1 MOhm at 500 VDC to earth. Condition is everything — this one is new in box, no cut wires or missing brackets.

Installation notes for the panel builder

Mount vertical ±10°. Kit includes power module, mains unit, three fuse holders, and brackets with nuts/screws/washers for fuses. Cabinet integration gives IP21 or IP54 depending on enclosure — IP21 is typical for dry indoor, IP54 for dusty or splash-prone. Prospective line Isc of 50 kA — size upstream fuses or breaker accordingly. Switching frequency adjustable 2.5–8 kHz; if you run above 2.5 kHz, derate output current per the manual (figure not quoted here, but it's in the datasheet). Ambient temp derating kicks in above 40 °C.

Putting it to work — motor side

This module handles both synchronous and asynchronous motors. At 480 V, normal duty 250 hp / heavy duty 200 hp. Apparent power: 223 kVA normal duty, 181 kVA heavy duty. THDI stays under 48% from 80–100 % load with the integrated filter. Use heavy duty for constant-torque loads (conveyors, extruders); normal duty for variable-torque (pumps, fans). Operating altitude up to 4800 m with current derating above 1000 m.

Frequently asked questions

What compliance documentation does this drive module carry?

CE marking, built to IEC 61800-3 (EMC), IEC 61800-5-1 (safety), IEC 61000-3-12, IEC 60721-3 (environmental), IEC 61508 (functional safety), and ISO 13849-1.

What are the physical dimensions of the APM1A0C16N401?

Height 1705 mm, depth 510 mm, width 230 mm.

What is the continuous output current rating?

302 A at 2.5 kHz for normal duty, 250 A at 2.5 kHz for heavy duty.

What overload capability does it have?

1.1 x In for 60 s in normal duty, 1.5 x In for 60 s in heavy duty.

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APM1A0C16N401