Schneider VW3A3320 Ethernet Communication Card (Correction: Not Encoder Module)

Overview

Core Specifications

1. Compatibility

• Applicable drives: Altivar 61, Altivar 71
• Firmware requirement: ATV61 ≥ V5.7; ATV71 ≥ V5.8
• Installation: Plug-in slot on drive control board, internal cabinet mounting

2. Network Hardware

• Dual independent RJ45 Ethernet ports (daisy-chain network wiring supported)
• Transmission speed: 10/100 Mbps auto-adaptive, full/half duplex
• Protocol switchable: Modbus TCP / EtherNet/IP (restart drive after switching)
• Status LED indicators: Module running, network link, port transmit/receive status

3. Electrical & Mechanical

• Power supply: Powered by drive internal control power, no external power needed
• Weight: 300g
• Protection: IP20, indoor cabinet use
• Compliance: CE, UL, RoHS Green Premium certified

Key Features

1. Dual industrial Ethernet protocol in one card, flexible matching PLC brands (Modbus TCP for Schneider PLC; EtherNet/IP for Rockwell Allen‑Bradley)
2. Dual RJ45 ports support daisy-chain topology, reduce switch wiring cost
3. Real-time high-speed data exchange: motor speed command, torque feedback, fault codes, runtime parameters
4. Complete drive remote control: start/stop, frequency setting, fault reset via network
5. Supports ring network redundancy with RSTP protocol to improve system reliability
6. Hot pluggable after drive power-off, simple maintenance and replacement

Applications

• ATV61/ATV71 inverter networking for water supply pumps, HVAC fans, conveyor motors
• Automated production line centralized SCADA monitoring
• Factory EtherNet/IP / Modbus TCP unified control network
• Multi-drive synchronous control, remote parameter upload/download