The Altivar 212 is a high-performance variable speed drive designed for industrial applications, offering efficient motor control and reliability.
Product ModelATV212HD18N4
Product ID32993
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Last updated: 8/29/2026
Key Features
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FeatureEfficient motor control for optimal performance
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FeatureHigh reliability and durability for industrial use
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FeatureEasy programming for first-time users
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FeatureWide speed range (1…10) for versatile applications
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FeatureCompliant with EMC IP21 standards for safe operation
Technical Specifications
Detailed engineering parameters based on manufacturer documentation
Specifications may be subject to change without notice
Parameter
Value
Parameter
Value
Device short name
ATV212
Product destination
Asynchronous motors
Phase
3 phase
Motor power kW
18.5 kW
Maximum Horse Power Rating
25 hp
Supply voltage limits
323...528 V
Supply frequency
50...60 Hz - 5...5 %
Line current
27.8 A 480 V34.8 A 380 V
Range of Product
Altivar 212
Product or Component Type
Variable speed drive
Product Specific Application
Pumps and fans in HVAC
communication port protocol
APOGEE FLNBACnetLonWorksModbusMETASYS N2
[Us] rated supply voltage
380...480 V - 15...10 %
EMC filter
Class C2 EMC filter integrated
IP degree of protection
IP20 on upper part without blanking plate on cover IEC 61800-5-1IP20 on upper part without blanking plate on cover IEC 60529IP21 IEC 61800-5-1IP21 IEC 60529IP41 on upper part IEC 61800-5-1IP41 on upper part IEC 60529
Apparent power
28.2 kVA 380 V
Continuous output current
37 A 380 V37 A 460 V
Maximum transient current
40.7 A 60 s
Speed drive output frequency
0.5...200 Hz
Speed range
1...10
Speed accuracy
+/- 10 % of nominal slip 0.2 Tn to Tn
Local signalling
for DC bus energized 1 LED (red)
Output voltage
<= power supply voltage
Isolation
Electrical between power and control
Type of cable
Without mounting kit 1 IEC cable 113 °F (45 °C), copper 90 °C / XLPE/EPRWithout mounting kit 1 IEC cable 113 °F (45 °C), copper 70 °C / PVCWith UL Type 1 kit 3 UL 508 cable 104 °F (40 °C), copper 75 °C / PVC
Internal supply for reference potentiometer (1 to 10 kOhm) 10.5 V DC +/- 5 %, <10 A overload and short-circuit protectionInternal supply 24 V DC 21...27 V), <200 A overload and short-circuit protection
Sampling duration
2 ms +/- 0.5 ms F discrete2 ms +/- 0.5 ms R discrete2 ms +/- 0.5 ms RES discrete3.5 ms +/- 0.5 ms VIA analog22 ms +/- 0.5 ms VIB analog
Response time
FM 2 ms +/- 0.5 ms analogFLA, FLC 7 ms +/- 0.5 ms discreteFLB, FLC 7 ms +/- 0.5 ms discreteRY, RC 7 ms +/- 0.5 ms discrete
Accuracy
+/- 0.6 % VIA) for a temperature variation 60 °C+/- 0.6 % VIB) for a temperature variation 60 °C+/- 1 % FM) for a temperature variation 60 °C
Linearity error
VIA +/- 0.15 % of maximum value inputVIB +/- 0.15 % of maximum value inputFM +/- 0.2 % output
Analogue output type
FM switch-configurable voltage 0...10 V DC 7620 Ohm 10 bitsFM switch-configurable current 0...20 mA 970 Ohm 10 bits
5 A 250 V AC resistive cos phi = 1 L/R = 0 ms FL, R)5 A 30 V DC resistive cos phi = 1 L/R = 0 ms FL, R)2 A 250 V AC inductive cos phi = 0.4 L/R = 7 ms FL, R)2 A 30 V DC inductive cos phi = 0.4 L/R = 7 ms FL, R)
Discrete input type
F programmable 24 V DC level 1 PLC 4700 OhmR programmable 24 V DC level 1 PLC 4700 OhmRES programmable 24 V DC level 1 PLC 4700 Ohm
3535 V DC between earth and power terminals5092 V DC between control and power terminals
Insulation resistance
>= 1 mOhm 500 V DC for 1 minute
Frequency resolution
Display unit 0.1 HzAnalog input 0.024/50 Hz
Communication Service
Time out setting from 0.1 to 100 sRead device identification (43)Monitoring inhibitableRead holding registers (03) 2 words maximumWrite multiple registers (16) 2 words maximumWrite single register (06)
Option card
Communication card LonWorks
Power dissipation in W
603 W
Air flow
56533.8 Gal/hr(US) (214 m3/h)
Functionality
Mid
Specific application
HVAC
Variable speed drive application selection
Building - HVAC compressor for scrollBuilding - HVAC fanBuilding - HVAC pump
Motor power range AC-3
15...25 kW 380...440 V 3 phase15...25 kW 480...500 V 3 phase
Motor starter type
Variable speed drive
Discrete output number
2
Analogue input number
2
Analogue input type
VIA switch-configurable voltage 0...10 V DC 24 V max 30000 Ohm 10 bitsVIB configurable voltage 0...10 V DC 24 V max 30000 Ohm 10 bitsVIB configurable PTC probe 0...6 probes 1500 OhmVIA switch-configurable current 0...20 mA 250 Ohm 10 bits
Analogue output number
1
Physical interface
2-wire RS 485
Connector Type
1 open style1 RJ45
Transmission Rate
9600 bps or 19200 bps
Transmission frame
RTU
Number of addresses
1...247
Data format
8 bits, 1 stop, odd even or no configurable parity
Type of polarization
No impedance
Asynchronous motor control profile
Voltage/frequency ratio, 5 pointsVoltage/frequency ratio - Energy Saving, quadratic U/fVoltage/frequency ratio, 2 pointsVoltage/frequency ratio, automatic IR compensation (U/f + automatic Uo)Flux vector control without sensor, standard
Torque accuracy
+/- 15 %
Transient overtorque
120 % of nominal motor torque +/- 10 % 60 s
Acceleration and deceleration ramps
Linear adjustable separately from 0.01 to 3200 sAutomatic based on the load
Motor slip compensation
Not available in voltage/frequency ratio motor controlAutomatic whatever the loadAdjustable
Switching frequency
6...16 kHz adjustable8...16 kHz with derating factor
Nominal switching frequency
8 kHz
Braking to standstill
By DC injection
Network Frequency
47.5...63 Hz
Prospective line Isc
22 kA
Protection type
Overheating protection driveThermal power stage driveShort-circuit between motor phases driveInput phase breaks driveOvercurrent between output phases and earth driveOvervoltages on the DC bus driveBreak on the control circuit driveAgainst exceeding limit speed driveLine supply overvoltage and undervoltage driveLine supply undervoltage driveAgainst input phase loss driveThermal protection motorMotor phase break motorWith PTC probes motor
Width
9.6 in (245 mm)
Height
13.0 in (330 mm)
Depth
7.5 in (190 mm)
Net Weight
25.68 lb(US) (11.65 kg)
Pollution degree
2 IEC 61800-5-1
Vibration resistance
1.5 mm 3...13 Hz)IEC 60068-2-61 gn 13...200 Hz)EN/IEC 60068-2-8
3280.84...9842.52 ft (1000...3000 m) limited to 2000 m for the Corner Grounded distribution network with current derating 1 % per 100 m<= 3280.84 ft (1000 m) without derating
Relative humidity
5...95 % without condensation IEC 60068-2-35...95 % without dripping water IEC 60068-2-3
Ambient air temperature for operation
14...104 °F (-10...40 °C) without derating)104...122 °F (40...50 °C) with derating factor)
