{"product_id":"schneider-electric-vw3a3201-altivar-logic-i-o-card","title":"Schneider Electric VW3A3201 Altivar Logic I\/O Card","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSchneider Electric VW3A3201\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eVW3A3201\u003c\/strong\u003e logic I\/O card, provides additional discrete input, relay output, logic output, and PTC thermistor probe connections for Altivar 61 and Altivar 71 variable speed drives. It supports configurable logic signals, relay switching, and motor thermal protection through dedicated terminal connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW3A3201\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchneider Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLogic I\/O Card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Drives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAltivar 61, Altivar 71, Altivar Lift, Altivar 61Q, Altivar 71Q\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscrete Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 programmable inputs, LI7-LI10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscrete Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 total: configurable relay outputs R3A, R3B, R3C and assignable logic outputs LO1, LO2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLogic Output Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC, operating limits 12-30 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLogic Output Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum 0.2 A per assignable logic output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgrammable Input Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC, maximum 30 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Impedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5 kOhm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Sampling Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5-2.5 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLogic Output Sampling Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5-2.5 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReference Potentiometer Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.5 VDC, range 10-11 V, maximum 0.01 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuxiliary Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC, range 21-27 V, maximum 0.2 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelay Contact Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum 5 A at 250 VAC or 30 VDC for resistive loads; 2 A at 250 VAC or 30 VDC for specified inductive loads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Relay Switching Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 mA at 24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelay Electrical Durability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100,000 cycles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePTC Probe Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTH1+, TH1-; supports up to 6 PTC probes under specified impedance conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerminal Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 mm2 \/ AWG 16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerminal Tightening Torque\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.25 N.m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDiscrete I\/O and Motor Thermal Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VW3A3201 adds four programmable discrete inputs and two assignable logic outputs to compatible Altivar drives. The LI7-LI10 inputs support positive or negative logic, with different voltage thresholds for each configuration. The LO1 and LO2 outputs also support positive or negative logic assignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe R3A, R3B, and R3C terminals provide configurable relay logic connections. Relay switching limits depend on load type: resistive loads permit up to 5 A under the specified voltage conditions, while the stated inductive-load limit is 2 A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TH1+ and TH1- terminals provide a PTC thermistor probe input for motor thermal monitoring. The specified trip resistance is 3 kOhm, and the reset resistance is 1.8 kOhm. The card also specifies short-circuit detection at an impedance below 0.05 Ohm and support for six PTC probes under the stated impedance condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Which drives support the VW3A3201 logic I\/O card?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The listed compatible ranges are Altivar 61, Altivar 71, Altivar Lift, Altivar 61Q, and Altivar 71Q. Verify the specific drive reference and hardware configuration before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are the relay output switching limits?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: For resistive loads, the specified maximum is 5 A at 250 VAC or 30 VDC. For inductive loads with the stated power factor and time constant, the maximum is 2 A at 250 VAC or 30 VDC. The minimum switching current is 3 mA at 24 VDC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the VW3A3201 monitor PTC thermistor probes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The TH1+ and TH1- terminals accept a PTC probe circuit. The specifications include a 3 kOhm trip resistance, a 1.8 kOhm reset resistance, and support for up to six probes subject to the specified impedance limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsolate the drive from all power sources and verify that the DC bus has discharged according to the drive manufacturer's instructions before installing or removing the card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm compatibility with the specific Altivar drive model and hardware revision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the card in the designated drive option-card position, following the manufacturer's mechanical assembly instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect discrete input and output wiring to the designated terminals. Verify positive or negative logic configuration against the drive control settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep low-level control wiring separated from motor cables and other high-noise power conductors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse appropriately rated conductors and observe the specified terminal cross-section of 1.5 mm2 \/ AWG 16 and tightening torque of 0.25 N.m.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck relay contact ratings against the connected load. Use external suppression where required for inductive loads and permitted by the load and drive manufacturer's instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect PTC thermistor wiring to TH1+ and TH1-. Verify the probe circuit resistance and wiring continuity before enabling the drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect terminal tightness, insulation, and grounding arrangements before energizing the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify input states, logic output operation, relay switching, and PTC monitoring during commissioning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Schneider","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67738614431986,"sku":"VW3A3201","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/5589\/5794\/files\/VW3A32012.jpg?v=1792044395","url":"https:\/\/www.petrospare.com\/products\/schneider-electric-vw3a3201-altivar-logic-i-o-card","provider":"Petro Spare Industrial Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}