Schneider publishes an official modernization manual covering ATV71 replacement with Altivar Process ATV900 and Altivar Machine ATV340. Many ATV71 references have more than one Schneider-published successor candidate — the right one depends on duty, current, braking, encoder/control requirements, communications and mechanical fit, not just kW.
Schneider Electric publishes an official modernization manual covering Altivar 71 replacement with Altivar Process ATV900 and Altivar Machine ATV340 platforms. For many ATV71 references, Schneider product pages list ATV930 as a recommended successor and may also list ATV340, an EcoFit replacement kit, or more than one ATV930 rating. The correct choice depends on the exact ATV71 reference, duty, motor current, voltage, braking, encoder/control requirements, communications, enclosure and mechanical fit. ATV71 → ATV930 is a modernization route, not a universal drop-in replacement.
Schneider's current modernization manual EAV64336 explicitly covers "ATV61 & ATV71 to ATV600 or ATV900 or ATV340." For ATV71, the practical successor discussion is not limited to one family: Altivar Process ATV900/ATV930 is common for many industrial-drive replacements, while ATV340 is also a manufacturer-supported candidate for many machine-drive applications.
| Existing ATV71 situation | Manufacturer-published successor direction | Practical implication |
|---|---|---|
| Standard ATV71 reference with current Schneider replacement record | ATV930 and/or ATV340 depending on reference | Use the exact current product page; do not infer from kW alone |
| ATV71 reference where Schneider lists multiple ATV930 ratings | Two or more ATV930 candidates | Duty/current and application decide which candidate is appropriate |
| ATV71 reference with EcoFit replacement kit | ATV930-based EcoFit kit may be listed | Kit can bundle drive, wiring combination, adapter plate and warranty where offered |
| ATV71 on CANopen | ATV930 possible after network reconfiguration | Schneider explicitly says there is no direct CANopen substitution |
| Tightly packed cabinet / same-hole retrofit objective | ATV61/71 → ATV630/930 mounting adapter may be available | Mechanical adapter solves mounting-hole pattern only |
ATV71 is a legacy family, but Schneider's commercial and service dates vary by exact reference and regional product page. We don't publish one global discontinuation or end-of-service date for the entire ATV71 family — identify the exact model first, then check the relevant Schneider product record and successor list.
The examples below are drawn from current Schneider product-replacement records — useful for model-number search and procurement triage, but manufacturer-published examples rather than a universal cross-reference table.
| ATV71 model | Legacy rating | Schneider-published successor examples | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATV71HU15N4 | 1.5 kW / 2 hp, 380–480 V family | ATV930U15N4; ATV930U22N4; ATV340U15N4 / ATV340U15N4E; EcoFit ATV930U22N4M where offered | Schneider may show several routes; do not collapse them into one substitute |
| ATV71HU30N4 | 3 kW / 480 V family | ATV930U40N4 | Official Schneider product page lists a 4 kW ATV930 successor |
| ATV71HU55N4 | 5.5 kW / 7.5 hp family | ATV930U55N4 and/or ATV930U75N4; ATV340U55N4 variants on some regional records | Current Schneider pages can show same-size and upsized alternatives depending on market/route |
| ATV71HD18N4 | 18.5 kW / 25 hp family | ATV930D18N4; ATV930D22N4; ATV340D18N4 / ATV340D18N4E; EcoFit ATV930D22N4M where offered | Multiple official candidates; duty and modernization route must be checked |
| ATV71HD30N4Z | 30 kW / 40 hp family | ATV930D37N4Z and/or ATV340D30N4E | Do not assume identical nominal kW |
| ATV71HD45N4 | 45 kW / 60 hp family | ATV930D45N4; ATV930D55N4; ATV340D45N4E; EcoFit ATV930D55N4M where offered | Official regional records show multiple candidates |
| ATV71HD75N4 | 75 kW / 100 hp family | ATV930D75N4 and/or ATV930D90N4; ATV340D75N4E on some records | Preserve Schneider's multi-candidate wording and verify current region |
Schneider's own country sites can show different commercialization dates and may expose different subsets of the recommended replacement group. We don't turn any one regional page into a worldwide lifecycle statement — where several manufacturer-published candidates exist, we show the candidates and require a duty/application check.
Schneider's modernization documentation includes both ATV900 and ATV340 as ATV71 replacement platforms, and many individual ATV71 product records list both. We avoid a rigid rule such as "every ATV71 becomes ATV930" — use the manufacturer's reference-specific successor list, then choose by the machine's actual performance, control, communication and mechanical requirements.
| Selection factor | ATV930 / ATV900 route | ATV340 route |
|---|---|---|
| Typical replacement context | Process / industrial-drive modernization and many direct Schneider successor records | High-performance machine-drive route on many Schneider replacement records |
| Power/current selection | Confirm ND/HD current and overload; manufacturer may recommend upsizing | Confirm heavy-duty rating and exact current |
| Application logic | Process-drive functions, communications and current ATV900 architecture | Machine control / high-performance application requirements |
| Decision rule | Use exact Schneider product record + application data | Use exact Schneider product record + application data |
Many Schneider ATV930 successor records explicitly describe the proposed ATV930 as "with braking unit." That still doesn't mean the old ATV71 braking arrangement can be copied without review. Confirm whether the old ATV71 uses a braking resistor and its resistance/power, the frequency and energy of deceleration events, and whether the machine has common-DC-bus or regenerative requirements. For true regenerative or special front-end applications, select the correct current architecture rather than a standard ATV930 solely by motor kW.
ATV71 was frequently selected for high-performance vector control and applications using speed feedback. A replacement assessment must identify the existing encoder/resolver hardware, option card, feedback voltage/interface and control objective. Do not assume the old ATV71 encoder card transfers to ATV930 or ATV340. Check: encoder or resolver type and electrical interface, speed/torque control mode and low-speed performance requirement, motor type and autotuning/identification requirements, positioning or machine-cycle dependencies, safety functions and any safety option hardware, and PLC logic that depends on drive-specific status, fault or control behavior.
Schneider's ATV71-to-ATV930 CANopen FAQ explicitly states that there is no direct substitution. ATV930 CANopen PDO data can be configured to reproduce the required data arrangement, but the ATV930 must first be defined in the catalog manager — the network configuration needs engineering, not a simple hardware swap.
For PROFIBUS, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, Modbus or other interfaces, record the existing communication card/interface and PLC/DCS configuration before removal — don't assume an ATV71 option card physically transfers or that the new drive presents exactly the same device identity, profile, process-data words or diagnostic behavior.
Treat the old ATV71 configuration as application-reference data. Save the parameter/configuration information before removal, but don't promise that an ATV71 configuration file can simply be loaded into an ATV930 or ATV340 — recreate and validate the required machine behavior using the current drive platform and Schneider's supported tools (motor nameplate data, command/reference sources, ramps and limits, torque/current limits and control mode, digital/analog I/O assignments, encoder setup, braking functions, fieldbus configuration, application-specific drive logic).
Schneider FAQ FA371258 states that mounting adapters for replacing ATV61/71 with ATV630/930 are selected by frame size and let the new Altivar Process drive use the old mounting holes — the kit includes the mechanical adaptors required for mounting. But the adapter addresses the mounting-hole pattern only: you must still verify drive width/height/depth, ventilation clearances, cable entry, terminal position, door hardware, cooling and certification implications.
For some ATV71 references, Schneider's current product pages list an EcoFit Replacement for Drives Kit — the description can include the replacement drive, wiring combination, adapter plate and extended warranty. Treat EcoFit as a reference-specific option: availability and exact kit contents must be verified for your model and market.
| Original ATV71 spare may make sense when | ATV930 / ATV340 modernization may make more sense when |
|---|---|
| Production must restart immediately and an exact verified unit is available | The machine has a long remaining service life |
| PLC/fieldbus/cabinet changes cannot be accepted during the current shutdown | Engineering and commissioning changes can be planned |
| A validated legacy parameter and option configuration must be preserved temporarily | Long-term support and current-platform availability matter |
| The old unit is needed as a bridge spare | Multiple ATV71 units are being standardized or modernized |
For an ATV71 request, we separate the procurement and engineering questions: original ATV71 availability (exact reference, condition/source risk and realistic lead time); the official Schneider successor (current manufacturer product-replacement record and EAV64336 modernization guidance); the candidate route (preserving ATV930, ATV340 and EcoFit alternatives where Schneider publishes more than one path); migration risk (current/duty, braking, encoder/control, safety, communication, I/O, parameters and cabinet fit); regional status (never using one country's lifecycle date or candidate list as a worldwide statement); and — only if Schneider isn't mandatory — an alternative brand, evaluated once the machine application is understood.
Full ATV71 model number and all suffixes/option codes · front/rear nameplate photos · motor nameplate photo and motor type · input voltage, motor current and application · duty/overload requirement and operating cycle · encoder/resolver type and option card if used · existing CANopen/PROFIBUS/PROFINET/Ethernet/Modbus configuration and PLC model · braking resistor/DC bus/regenerative information · control terminal and safety wiring information · cabinet photos, mounting dimensions and available clearance · ATV71 parameter/SoMove backup if available · quantity and destination country.
Schneider Electric — ATV61 & ATV71 to ATV600 or ATV900 or ATV340 modernization manual, Document EAV64336, Version 02, 9 Sep 2025 · Schneider Electric — Mounting adapter for replacing ATV61/71 with ATV630/930, FAQ FA371258; attachment MFR22528 · Schneider Electric — ATV71 to ATV930 CANopen replacement / direct retrofit, FAQ FAQ000133840 · Schneider Electric product replacement records for ATV71HU15N4, ATV71HU30N4, ATV71HU55N4, ATV71HD18N4, ATV71HD30N4Z, ATV71HD45N4, ATV71HD75N4 and regional variants, se.com product pages · Schneider Electric — EcoFit Replacement for Drives Kit descriptions on applicable ATV71 product replacement pages.
Technical disclaimer: ElecBridge is an independent sourcing service and is not Schneider Electric. This page summarizes Schneider Electric modernization and product-replacement information for practical sourcing use. Manufacturer-listed successors and EcoFit kits are not a guarantee of direct interchangeability. Final drive selection, current/duty sizing, motor control, encoder feedback, braking/regenerative architecture, safety, fieldbus integration, mechanical fit, parameterization and commissioning must be verified for the actual machine and market.
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