The VW3AP0817 is a seaworthy packaging accessory for Schneider Electric's Altivar Process ATV600 and ATV900 compact drive systems. At 1600 mm, it's sized to protect the drive during ocean freight or long-haul transport — think container shipping to a job site or OEM assembly line. The key constraint: it cannot be ordered alone; it only ships in combination with a standard enclosure. So if you're planning a drive system order, this is a line item you add at the same time, not a standalone spare you pull off the shelf.
What's in the box and what it protects
This is classified as a transport accessory and packaging type — it's the corrugated or wooden crate, foam inserts, and moisture-barrier wrap that keeps a compact drive system from shifting or corroding in a shipping container. The 1600 mm length matches the drive's overall height or depth, so the packaging is purpose-built, not a generic box you'd pad with bubble wrap. If you're shipping a drive to a remote site or overseas, this is the factory-recommended way to avoid transit damage.