The Altivar 212 variable speed drive is designed for high-efficiency applications, offering advanced features like adjustable switching frequency and robust braking capabilities.
Product ModelATV212WD37N4C
Product ID33388
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Last updated: 8/29/2026
Key Features
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FeatureHigh efficiency and reliability for demanding applications
2
FeatureAdjustable switching frequency up to 16 kHz for noise reduction
3
FeatureRobust braking capabilities via DC injection for smooth standstill
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FeatureAdvanced protection functions including thermal protection and overcurrent protection
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FeatureCompact design simplifies installation and reduces costs
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
37 kW
Maximum Horse Power Rating
50 hp
Supply voltage limits
323...528 V
Supply frequency
50...60 Hz - 5...5 %
Line current
68.9 A 380 V54.4 A 480 V
Range of Product
Altivar 212
Product or Component Type
Variable speed drive
Product Specific Application
Pumps and fans in HVAC
communication port protocol
METASYS N2LonWorksModbusAPOGEE FLNBACnet
[Us] rated supply voltage
380...480 V - 15...10 %
EMC filter
Class C1 EMC filter integrated
IP degree of protection
IP55 IEC 61800-5-1IP55 IEC 60529
Apparent power
52 kVA 380 V
Continuous output current
79 A 380 V79 A 460 V
Maximum transient current
86.9 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
Read holding registers (03) 2 words maximumRead device identification (43)Write multiple registers (16) 2 words maximumWrite single register (06)Time out setting from 0.1 to 100 sMonitoring inhibitable
Option card
Communication card LonWorks
Specific application
HVAC
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
Flux vector control without sensor, standardVoltage/frequency ratio - Energy Saving, quadratic U/fVoltage/frequency ratio, automatic IR compensation (U/f + automatic Uo)Voltage/frequency ratio, 5 pointsVoltage/frequency ratio, 2 points
Torque accuracy
+/- 15 %
Transient overtorque
120 % of nominal motor torque +/- 10 % 60 s
Acceleration and deceleration ramps
Automatic based on the loadLinear adjustable separately from 0.01 to 3200 s
Motor slip compensation
Automatic whatever the loadAdjustableNot available in voltage/frequency ratio motor control
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
11.2 in (284 mm)
Height
34.6 in (880 mm)
Depth
13.5 in (343 mm)
Pollution degree
3 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)
