Drive sizing and supply window
The ATV21WD18N4C: Rated 18.5 kW for asynchronous motors on a 380-480 V supply, with a -15/+10% tolerance window that covers most industrial mains in North America and Europe. Line current draws 27.6 A at 480 V and 34.5 A at 380 V — size the input conductors and upstream protection for the higher figure at the lower voltage. Integrated Class B EMC filter meets EN 55011 Group 1 Class B, so external filtering is not required for most commercial environments.
Overload and switching frequency
Delivers 120% transient overtorque for 60 seconds — enough to clear a jammed pump or conveyor start without tripping. Switching frequency is adjustable from 6 to 16 kHz; above 8 kHz the drive must be derated per the manual, so plan the thermal budget if running quiet mode.
Panel fit and environment
Dimensions 12.4 x 12.2 x 26.2 in (315 x 310 x 665 mm) — vertical mounting with ±10° tolerance, heatsink on the back for through-panel cooling.
