{"product_id":"vw3a7211","title":"VW3A7211 Schneider Electric","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Schneider Electric VW3A7211 is a network braking unit designed for use with variable speed drives. This component is engineered to manage regenerative energy in applications where the motor may be driven by the load, such as in material handling or elevator systems. It provides a critical function in preventing overvoltage conditions within the drive's DC bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Network Braking Unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e Altivar (implied by VW3 prefix, common for Schneider Electric variable speed drive accessories)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 kW\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 V\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctionality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dissipates excess energy from the drive's DC bus to prevent overvoltage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for use with compatible Schneider Electric variable speed drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Network braking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications \u0026amp; compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis braking unit is essential for variable speed drive systems operating at 400V, particularly in applications with high inertia loads or frequent deceleration cycles. It is commonly found in industrial settings such as packaging machinery, material handling equipment, and machine tools where precise speed control and energy management are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable from Industrial Automation Co as new, refurbished, or surplus stock, backed by a 2-year warranty with same-day shipping on in-stock items. Request a quote for the VW3A7211 or contact our technical team for cross-reference assistance with compatible Altivar series components.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schneider Electric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42866816811092,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/2986\/0180\/files\/VW3A7211.jpg?v=1769220631","url":"https:\/\/catalog.industrialautomationco.com\/products\/vw3a7211","provider":"IAC Catalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}