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Schneider Electric VW3A3E405 — Motor Control Accessories

VW3A3E405 Altivar Encoder Interface Card, Push-Pull, 300 kHz

MPNVW3A3E405
Obsolete

Schneider Electric Altivar encoder interface card, push-pull output, 12 V DC, 300 kHz max frequency, terminal connection.

Schneider Electric VW3A3E405 datasheet (PDF)
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

VW3A3E405 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product / component typeEncoder interface card
Product rangeAltivar
VW3A3E405 — Cable & Connector
ParameterValue
Electrical connectionTerminal, connection capacity: 0.2 mm² (AWG 24) Terminal, connection capacity: 0.5 mm² (AWG 20) Terminal, connection capacity: 0.5 mm² (AWG 20) Terminal, connection capacity: 0.75 mm² (AWG 18) Terminal, connection capacity: 1 mm² (AWG 17) Terminal, connection capacity: 1.5 mm² (AWG 15) <500 m cable length, encoder, 175 mA at 10 V
VW3A3E405 — Other specifications
ParameterValue
Input signalA B Compliment of A Compliment of B/AB/A
Input impedance1 kOhm
Protection typeOverload protection Short-circuit protection
Discrete output typePush-pull
Maximum supply current0.175 A
Supply voltage12 V DC (voltage limits: 12...13 V)
Voltage state 0 guaranteed7.7...< 13 V
Maximum operating frequency300 kHz
Number of pulses per revolution10000 5000
Maximum cable distance between devices500 m

Product details

The VW3A3E405 is an Altivar-series encoder interface card with push-pull discrete output, designed to handle incremental encoder signals (A, B, Compliment of A, Compliment of B, AB/A) at up to 300 kHz. It accepts a 12 V DC supply (limits 12–13 V) and presents a 1 kOhm input impedance to the encoder line. The card supports cable runs up to 500 m and includes overload and short-circuit protection on the output side.

Schneider Electric lists the VW3A3E405 as obsolete.

Integration Notes

Terminal connections accept 0.2 mm² to 1.5 mm² (AWG 24 to AWG 15). The card draws 175 mA from the 12 V DC supply. The 300 kHz maximum operating frequency covers most standard incremental encoders used in Altivar drive feedback applications. The push-pull output stage eliminates the need for a pull-up resistor on the receiving PLC or drive input.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy VW3A3E405?

The VW3A3E405 is sourced through independent distribution and quoted to order against an RFQ. Availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time.

What is the input signal format for VW3A3E405?

The card accepts A, B, Compliment of A, Compliment of B, and AB/A signals — standard for incremental encoders with differential line drivers.

What is the input impedance of VW3A3E405?

The input impedance is 1 kOhm, which loads the encoder output appropriately for differential signals over cable runs up to 500 m.

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