The Schneider Electric ATV21WU40N4 is a reliable variable speed drive designed for HVAC applications, offering efficient control and protection.
Product ModelATV21WU40N4
Product ID33864
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Last updated: 8/29/2026
Key Features
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FeatureEfficient control for HVAC applications
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FeatureIntegrated EMC filter for reduced harmonics
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FeatureIP55 rating for durability in harsh environments
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Feature3-phase operation for high power handling
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FeatureCompact design for easy installation
Technical Specifications
Detailed engineering parameters based on manufacturer documentation
Specifications may be subject to change without notice
Parameter
Value
Parameter
Value
Range of Product
Altivar 21
Product or Component Type
Variable speed drive
Product destination
Asynchronous motors
Product Specific Application
Pumps and fans in HVAC
Assembly style
With heat sink
Component name
ATV21
EMC filter
Class A EMC filter integrated
power supply voltage
380...480 V - 15...10 %
Phase
3 phase
Motor power kW
4 kW
Maximum Horse Power Rating
5 hp
Line current
6.4 A 480 V8.1 A 380 V
Speed range
1...10
Transient overtorque
120 % of nominal motor torque +/- 10 % 60 s
Asynchronous motor control profile
Quadratic voltage/frequency ratioCurrent flux vector control (FVC) without speed feedbackConstant voltage/frequency ratioEnergy saving ratioConstant voltage/frequency ratio with automatic IR compensation
communication port protocol
Modbus
Type of polarization
No impedance
IP degree of protection
IP54 EN 60530IP54 EN 61800-5-2IP54 IEC 60529IP54 IEC 61800-5-1
Internal supply 24 V DC 21...27 V), <200 mA overload and short-circuit protectionInternal supply for reference potentiometer (1 to 10 kOhm) 10.5 V DC +/- 5 %, <10 mA overload and short-circuit protection
Analogue input number
2
Analogue input type
VIA switch-configurable current 0...20 mA 242 Ohm 11 bitsVIA switch-configurable voltage 0...10 V DC 24 V max 30000 Ohm 11 bitsVIB configurable PTC probe 0...6 probes 1500 OhmVIB configurable voltage 0...10 V DC 24 V max 30000 Ohm 11 bits
Sampling duration
F 2 ms +/- 0.5 ms discreteR 2 ms +/- 0.5 ms discreteRES 2 ms +/- 0.5 ms discreteVIA 2 ms +/- 0.5 ms analogVIB 2 ms +/- 0.5 ms analog
Response time
FLA, FLC 7 ms +/- 0.5 ms discreteFLB, FLC 7 ms +/- 0.5 ms discreteFM 2 ms +/- 0.5 ms analogRY, RC 7 ms +/- 0.5 ms discrete
Accuracy
+/- 1 % FM) for a temperature variation 60 °C+/- 0.6 % VIA) for a temperature variation 60 °C+/- 0.6 % VIB) for a temperature variation 60 °C
Linearity error
FM +/- 0.2 % outputVIA +/- 0.15 % of maximum value inputVIB +/- 0.15 % of maximum value input
Analogue output number
1
Analogue output type
FM switch-configurable current 0...20 mA 500 Ohm 10 bitsFM switch-configurable voltage 0...10 V DC 470 Ohm 10 bits
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)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)
Discrete input type
F programmable 24 V DC level 1 PLC 3500 OhmR programmable 24 V DC level 1 PLC 3500 OhmRES programmable 24 V DC level 1 PLC 3500 Ohm
Linear adjustable separately from 0.01 to 3200 sAutomatic based on the load
Braking to standstill
By DC injection
Protection type
Against input phase loss driveBreak on the control circuit driveInput phase breaks driveLine supply overvoltage and undervoltage driveLine supply undervoltage driveOvercurrent between output phases and earth driveOverheating protection driveOvervoltages on the DC bus driveShort-circuit between motor phases driveThermal power stage driveMotor phase break motorThermal protection motorWith PTC probes motorAgainst exceeding limit speed drive
Insulation resistance
>= 1 mOhm 500 V DC for 1 minute
Frequency resolution
Analog input 0.024/50 HzDisplay unit 0.1 Hz
Connector Type
1 RJ45
Physical interface
2-wire RS 485
Transmission frame
RTU
Transmission Rate
9600 bps or 19200 bps
Data format
8 bits, 1 stop, odd even or no configurable parity
Number of addresses
1...247
Communication Service
Write single register (06)Write multiple registers (16) 2 words maximumRead holding registers (03) 2 words maximumRead device identification (43)Time out setting from 0.1 to 100 sMonitoring inhibitable
marking
CE
Operating position
Vertical +/- 10 degree
Height
13.4 in (340 mm)
Width
9.06 in (230 mm)
Depth
8.2 in (208 mm)
Net Weight
21.27 lb(US) (9.65 kg)
Noise level
55 dB 86/188/EEC
Dielectric strength
3535 V DC between earth and power terminals5092 V DC between control and power terminals
Electromagnetic compatibility
1.2/50 µs - 8/20 µs surge immunity test level 3 IEC 61000-4-5Conducted radio-frequency immunity test level 3 IEC 61000-4-6Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test level 4 IEC 61000-4-4Electrostatic discharge immunity test level 3 IEC 61000-4-2Radiated radio-frequency electromagnetic field immunity test level 3 IEC 61000-4-3Voltage dips and interruptions immunity test IEC 61000-4-11