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Schneider Electric VW3A46138 — AC Drive (VFD) 480V

Schneider VW3A46138 Passive Filter, 450 A, 400 V, 50 Hz

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Schneider Altivar VW3A46138 passive filter, 450 A output, 400 V, 50 Hz, for harmonic current reduction on variable speed drives.

$27,515.89Ref. price · indicative, final on quote
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Aug 2026

Specifications

VW3A46138 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product typePassive filter
VW3A46138 — Input / Supply
ParameterValue
Rated supply voltage range400 V +/- 10 %
Network number of phases3 phases
VW3A46138 — Mechanical & Cooling
ParameterValue
IP degree of protectionIP20 IP55 (enclosure mounting)
VW3A46138 — Environmental
ParameterValue
Operating ambient temperature45...60 °C (with current derating 3 % per °C) 5...45 °C (without current derating)
Operating altitude> 1000...4000 m with current derating 5 % per 1000 m
Relative humidity5...85 % without condensation
Storage / transport temperature-25...55 °C storage in original packaging -25...65 °C during transport
Vibration resistance2 mm peak to peak (f= 5...13.2 Hz) conforming to IEC 60068-2-6 0.7 gn (f= 13.2...150 Hz) conforming to IEC 60068-2-6
VW3A46138 — Approvals
ParameterValue
Standards complianceG5/4 engineering recommendation IEC 61000-2-2 IEC 61000-3-12 IEC 61000-3-4 IEC 61000-2-4 IEC 61000-3-2

Product details

The Schneider VW3A46138 is a passive line filter sized for Altivar drives in the 220–500 kW / 350–700 hp range. It knocks current harmonics down to 5 % THDI across the ATV71, ATV630, and ATV930 families — the same figure whether you're running a 250 kW ATV71H or a 500 kW ATV930. That's the IEC 61000-3-12 compliance number; the filter is also listed against G5/4, IEC 61000-2-2, and IEC 61000-2-4.

Rated 433 A on the input side and 450 A on the output at 400 V +/- 10 %, 50 Hz. The 1.5 x nominal current overload for 60 s handles the inrush and acceleration peaks a drive sees. Efficiency sits at 98 %, so the 1852 W thermal loss is what you need to vent — that's real heat for the enclosure fan or cabinet airflow to clear, not a number you ignore on a panel layout. Power factor correction is load-dependent: cos phi hits 1 at 150 % line current, 0.99 at 100 %, and 0.85 at 75 %. That means the filter's reactive compensation drops off at light load — expected for a passive stage, but worth noting if your drive spends most of its time below 75 % current.

IP20 as a standalone unit; mount it in an enclosure and it reaches IP55. The power terminals accept 25–300 mm² cable on the main lugs and 2.5 mm² on the control/auxiliary terminals. Operating temperature is 5–45 °C without derating; above that, derate 3 % per °C up to 60 °C. Altitude derating starts at 1000 m, 5 % per 1000 m. Vibration resistance per IEC 60068-2-6: 2 mm peak-to-peak at 5–13.2 Hz, 0.7 gn at 13.2–150 Hz.

Frequently asked questions

What drives does the VW3A46138 filter work with?

It's designed for Altivar ATV61, ATV71, ATV630, and ATV930 drives in the 220–500 kW / 350–700 hp range. The THDI is 5 % across all listed drive combinations.

What is the rated current and voltage for VW3A46138?

Input rated current is 433 A, output is 450 A, at 400 V +/- 10 %, 50 Hz. It can handle 1.5 x nominal current for 60 seconds.

What compliance standards does VW3A46138 meet?

It complies with G5/4 engineering recommendation, IEC 61000-2-2, IEC 61000-3-12, IEC 61000-3-4, IEC 61000-2-4, and IEC 61000-3-2 for harmonic and EMC performance.

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