{"product_id":"schneider-altivar-vw3a7101-resistance-braking-units","title":"Schneider Altivar VW3A7101 Resistance Braking Units","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSchneider Electric VW3A7101\u003c\/strong\u003e is a resistance braking unit designed for variable speed drives, capable of handling a capacity of \u003cstrong\u003e200 kW\u003c\/strong\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003e400 V\u003c\/strong\u003e. Engineered to dissipate regenerative energy generated by motor deceleration, this unit protects variable frequency drives from overvoltage faults and ensures smooth, controlled stopping in demanding industrial applications. Built with physical dimensions of \u003cstrong\u003e100.3 x 19 x 40 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e and a substantial weight of \u003cstrong\u003e48.00 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e, it provides robust and reliable thermal performance within heavy-duty drive systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResistance braking unit designed for variable speed drives and frequency converters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandles a capacity of up to 200 kW at an operational voltage of 400 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissipates regenerative motor energy to prevent drive overvoltage trips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust industrial construction designed for high-load operational environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive product lifecycle status within the Schneider Electric Altivar range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCranes, hoists, and lifting equipment with high regenerative loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge industrial centrifuges and high-inertia machinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConveyors and material handling systems requiring rapid deceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest benches and heavy-duty motor drive setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchneider Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAltivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType of Product\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResistance braking units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Phase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100.3 x 19 x 40 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48.00 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommodity Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85044095\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExport Control Regulations (ECCN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure all power sources and variable speed drives are completely de-energized and locked out before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the braking unit securely on a vertical, load-bearing surface capable of supporting its 48.00 kg weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain adequate clearance around the unit to ensure proper heat dissipation and ventilation during operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the DC bus and braking resistor terminals strictly in accordance with the variable frequency drive wiring manual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify all electrical connections and thermal protection wiring prior to initial system power-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Schneider Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53104554049899,"sku":"VW3A7101","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/vw3a7101-awghkbrpn23.png?v=1776164643","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/schneider-altivar-vw3a7101-resistance-braking-units","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}