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Schneider Electric VW3A68552 — Motor Control Accessories

Schneider VW3A68552 Dv/dt Filter, 300 A, 400-500 VAC, Obsole

MPNVW3A68552
Obsolete

Schneider Electric, Altivar 68 series, dv/dt output filter, 300 A, 400-500 VAC, VW3A68552.

Schneider Electric VW3A68552 datasheet (PDF)
Sourced new & surplus through independent channelsAuthenticity-screened · ESD-safe packingListing updated Jul 2026

Specifications

VW3A68552 — Identification
ParameterValue
Product / component typeDv/dt filter
VW3A68552 — Electrical
ParameterValue
Rated current (In)300 A
VW3A68552 — Cable & Connector
ParameterValue
Electrical connectionCopper bar M10
VW3A68552 — Mechanical
ParameterValue
Width420 mm
Height350 mm
Depth270 mm
VW3A68552 — Environmental
ParameterValue
IP protection ratingIP00
Operating ambient temperature-10...50 °C (without current derating) 50...60 °C (with current derating 1.5 % per °C)
Storage ambient temperature-40...70 °C
Operating altitude0...1000 m without current derating 1000...4000 m with current derating 1 % per 100 m
VW3A68552 — Other specifications
ParameterValue
Dv (Dt)6000 V/µs max 6000 V/µs max at 400...500 V
Nedded quantity1
Maximum motor cable length500 m unshielded cable 300 m shielded cable at 2.5 kHz
Product specific applicationOutput filter
Maximum drive output frequency100 Hz

Product details

What this filter does and why it matters

The Schneider VW3A68552 is a dv/dt output filter sized for Altivar 68 drives, rated 300 A continuous on 400-500 VAC lines. It limits the voltage rise rate (dv/dt) to 6000 V/µs max at that voltage range, which protects motor winding insulation from the reflected-wave spikes that long cable runs can produce on PWM drives. With a maximum motor cable length of 500 m unshielded or 300 m shielded at 2.5 kHz switching frequency, this filter lets you place the drive farther from the motor than you could without one — think conveyor lines, pump stations, or any layout where the drive cabinet sits remote from the motor.

Sizing and installation constraints

At 420 mm wide, 350 mm tall, and 270 mm deep, this is a panel-mount filter — no DIN rail, no snap-on. Electrical connection is via copper bar with M10 bolts, so plan for busbar work and torque wrench access. Operating temperature range is -10 to 50 °C without derating, and 50 to 60 °C with 1.5 % current derating per °C above 50 °C. If your installation is in a hot mezzanine or a high-altitude plant, factor those in at sizing time.

Lifecycle reality — obsolete, but still sourced

Schneider has marked the VW3A68552 as obsolete.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy VW3A68552 and what is the price?

The VW3A68552 is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution. Current pricing and availability are confirmed at quote time — submit an RFQ for a firm quote.

What is the closest alternative to VW3A68552?

No official successor order code is listed by Schneider. A parametric match would need to match the 300 A rating, 400-500 VAC range, 6000 V/µs dv/dt limit, and copper bar M10 connection. Check with a distributor for a cross-reference based on your drive model.

What is the max motor cable length this filter supports?

Up to 500 m with unshielded cable, or 300 m with shielded cable, at a 2.5 kHz switching frequency.

What compliance documentation does Schneider provide for VW3A68552?

The evidence does not list specific compliance certifications (RoHS, REACH, UL, IEC) for this part. As an obsolete product, documentation may be limited to the original datasheet. Request documentation at quote time.

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