Schneider Electric ATV320U15N4C Altivar 320 Variable Speed Drive 1.5kW

Overview

The Schneider Electric ATV320U15N4C is a compact Altivar Machine variable speed drive rated for 1.5kW motor loads on a 380–500V three-phase supply, part of Schneider Electric’s Altivar 320 range built specifically for OEM machine builders and panel integrators. The “U15” designation identifies the 1.5kW power rating, “N4” the 380–500V three-phase input class, and the trailing “C” the compact enclosure fitted with cage-clamp spring terminals for fast, tool-light wiring on production lines. This entry-power model is a common choice for small pumps, fans, conveyors, and auxiliary machine axes where footprint and wiring speed matter as much as control performance.

Backed by genuine manufacturer documentation, Seven Star LLC proudly supplies the Schneider Electric ATV320U15N4C variable speed drive to industrial clients throughout the Sultanate of Oman, Muscat, and the wider GCC region. Our engineers assist machine builders, EPC contractors, and plant maintenance teams with drive sizing, motor compatibility verification, and technical support so that every ATV320U15N4C is correctly specified before ordering.

Operating Principle

The Schneider Electric ATV320U15N4C is a pulse-width-modulated (PWM) variable frequency drive that rectifies the incoming 380–500V three-phase supply to a DC bus and then reconstructs it into a variable-voltage, variable-frequency output using an IGBT inverter stage switching at up to 4 kHz. The output waveform’s frequency and voltage are adjusted together across a range of 0.1 to 599 Hz, giving fine control of both motor speed and torque without any mechanical speed-changing hardware.

Because motor speed is set electronically rather than through belts, dampers, or valves, the ATV320U15N4C lets small three-phase asynchronous and synchronous motors accelerate smoothly from zero to running speed, avoiding the current inrush and mechanical shock of direct-on-line starting. In practice this means lower peak electrical demand, reduced wear on couplings and bearings, and precise process response for light-duty pumping, ventilation, and material-handling tasks where a 1.5kW motor is sufficient.

Engineering Design of the Schneider Electric ATV320U15N4C

Physically, the Schneider Electric ATV320U15N4C ships in Schneider’s compact ATV320 book-format housing measuring approximately 105mm wide, 142mm high (188mm with the EMC mounting plate fitted), and 158mm deep, at a net weight of only 1.3kg — small enough to fit inside crowded OEM control panels alongside PLCs and other automation hardware. The “C” variant’s cage-clamp spring terminals let panel builders land power and control wiring with a screwdriver push rather than a torque-critical screw terminal, shaving assembly time on repeat machine builds.

An RJ45 port on the control terminal strip provides native Modbus and CANopen connectivity for PLC or SCADA integration without a separate communication card, and a Class C2 EMC filter is integrated as standard, simplifying compliance in machines destined for sensitive electrical environments. The drive is rated IP20 to EN/IEC 61800-5-1 and is designed for -10°C to 50°C ambient operation without derating (up to 60°C with output derating), suiting the enclosed, often uncooled control panels common on regional production floors.

Key Features

Machine builders and panel integrators specifying the Schneider Electric ATV320U15N4C in Oman benefit from a compact, cost-effective drive built for fast integration into small and medium machine axes. Core capabilities include:

• 1.5kW rated output power for three-phase asynchronous and synchronous motors on 380–500V supplies.
• Continuous output current of 4.1A at 4 kHz switching frequency for heavy-duty applications.
• Compact book-format enclosure at just 1.3kg, ideal for space-constrained OEM control panels.
• Cage-clamp spring terminals on the “C” variant for fast, tool-light panel wiring.
• Native RJ45 Modbus and CANopen connectivity built in without an add-on card.
• Integrated Class C2 EMC filter simplifying regulatory compliance on the machine build.
• IP20-rated enclosure to EN/IEC 61800-5-1 suited to standard control panel installation.
• Wide output frequency range of 0.1 to 599 Hz for both standard and high-speed motor applications.

Industrial Applications

The small footprint and native connectivity of the Schneider Electric ATV320U15N4C make it a practical fit for light-duty pumps, extraction fans, small conveyors, and auxiliary axes on packaging, bottling, and material-handling machines built for Oman’s growing industrial base. System integrators supplying utility pump skids, HVAC fan coil units, and food-processing lines to facilities in Muscat and across the Sultanate frequently specify the ATV320U15N4C where a full-size drive would be oversized for the connected motor.

Commercial building services contractors, light manufacturing plants, and hospitality-sector facilities throughout the Sohar and Salalah economic zones also rely on Altivar Machine drives of this power class for fan, pump, and small conveyor speed control. Working closely with plant engineers in the region, Seven Star LLC supplies the ATV320U15N4C to system integrators and OEM panel builders who require genuine hardware, accurate lead times, and manufacturer-backed technical support for both new machine builds and drive replacement programs.

Technical Specifications

Full technical parameters for the Schneider Electric ATV320U15N4C Altivar Machine variable speed drive are listed below; teams sourcing the Schneider Electric ATV320U15N4C for a new build or spares order should confirm firmware revision against these values:

Request a Quote for Schneider Electric ATV320U15N4C

To submit a formal Request for Quote (RFQ), check current availability and lead time, or download the complete technical datasheet for the Schneider Electric ATV320U15N4C Altivar Machine variable speed drive, please contact the instrumentation and automation division at Seven Star LLC today. With fast quotation turnaround and technical support, our engineers are ready to assist with rapid commercial sourcing, drive sizing, and OEM panel integration support.

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