The Schneider Electric VW3A4555 is a line/motor choke (reactor) accessory designed for use with Altivar variable‑speed drives. It helps improve line and drive performance by reducing current harmonics and suppressing overvoltages on the supply line fed to the drive.
Specifications
Electrical Characteristics
Product Type: Line/Motor Choke (reactor) for drives
Compatible With: Schneider Electric Altivar series variable speed drives
Rated Inductance: 0.5 mH
Rated Current: 60 A AC
Number of Phases: 3‑phase
Rated Voltage: Up to 690 V AC
Thermal Losses: ~94 W
Performance & Function
Improves overvoltage protection: Helps reduce the impact of supply voltage spikes.
Reduces current harmonics: Helps lower the total harmonic distortion produced by the drive.
Recommended Use: Particularly useful where multiple drives are connected in close parallel or where supply disturbances are present.
Physical & Environmental
Protection Rating: IP00 (choke), IP10 (terminals) typical (no enclosure)
Dimensions:
• Width: ~180 mm
• Height: ~210 mm
• Depth: ~165 mm
Weight: ~11 kg
Operating Frequency: 50–60 Hz
Connection: 35 mm² terminal / AWG 0 with 2.5–3 N·m torque recommendation
Standards: EN 50178, IEC 60076, VDE 0160 level 1 (typical industrial standards)