Schneider Electric · VFD · Altivar 71 1.5kW 230V drive
Schneider Electric ATV71HU15M3
Analysis reviewed: September 12, 2026
What should replace this part?
Two replacement options are documented: Altivar Process ATV930 (process-duty path for the 230 V unit) and Altivar Machine ATV340 (400 V only — out for 230 V M3 units). Choose between them based on supply voltage and process-duty versus machine-duty needs.
Take the ATV930 path for this 230 V unit — the ATV340 line stops at 400 V
- The Altivar 71 family is past end of commercialization with a seven-year support tail that is now spent.
- Schneider's migration manual carries ATV71 into the ATV930/950 process line, with frame-size mounting plates for the larger footprint.
- The ATV340 alternative runs 380-480V supply only, so this 230 V M3 unit cannot follow it. Choose between the lines on voltage first, duty second.
Your options
What will need to change?
| Mechanical | The ATV930 runs markedly larger than the ATV71 at the same rating. Metal migration plates reuse the existing mounting holes for most frame sizes, so check the frame table before cutting steel. |
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| Wiring | Upstream protection, keypads, and mounting kits differ between generations, while remote-mount cable part numbers carry over. Re-check the short-circuit protective device against the new installation manual. |
| Software | The programming layout changes while the functions stay close, and both lines work under SoMove. Pick the drive rating under the right duty mode — heavy-duty versus normal-duty overloads differ by line. |
| Power | Select the ATV930 under the application's real overload: process and heavy-duty ratings shape the catalog choice more than the kilowatt label. A like-for-like kilowatt pick can undersize the drive. |
For anything not listed here, check the replacement manual against your existing configuration.
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Lifecycle
Technical evidence
The recommendation above is based on the sources listed here. OEM source means the manufacturer published it; third-party source means a distributor, repair company or reseller states it. Confidence reflects how directly those sources support the recommendation: High — directly supported by manufacturer documentation. Medium — supported by family-level, secondary, or otherwise less-direct evidence. Low — limited or indirect evidence; verify independently before ordering.
OEM / manufacturer sources
Source excerpt“End of Commercialization process has been initiated for the Altivar 61 and the Altivar 71 ranges ... full support of these products up to the End of Commercialization date and seven years beyond”
Source excerpt“For small power, the ATV340 is more compact ... ATV340 is more machine oriented ... Ethernet is built-in all ATV9xx but only in ATV340..E”
Source excerpt“The drives are designed to operate with a supply voltage range of 380...480 Vac”
Third-party sources
Source excerpt“ATV930 is replacing ATV71 product lines ... Migration Manual for Altivar Process Drives when replacing ATV61/ATV71 with ATV630/ATV930”
Source excerpt“ATV71HU15M3 ALTIVAR 71 VARIABLE SPEED DRIVE ATV71 - 1.5KW-2HP - 240V - EMC FILTER-GRAPHIC TERMINAL”
Limitation: The lifecycle dates are family-level with no exact-model date published. No exact ATV930 catalog number is named for the 1.5kW 230V rating — the page points to the ATV930 path on voltage and duty evidence, and the rating check stays with the buyer.
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