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PowerFlex 70 AC Drive 22 A at 15 Hp 20A
Rockwell Automation announces that as of September 30, 2026, the PowerFlex 70 AC Drive 22 A at 15 Hp 20A will be discontinued and no longer available for sale. Customers are encouraged to remove references to the affected product(s)
Discontinued Date:
September 30, 2026
Replacement Category:
Engineering Replacement
Product at a glance
Rockwell Automation announces that as of September 30, 2026, the PowerFlex 70 AC Drive 22 A at 15 Hp 20A will be discontinued and no longer available for sale. Customers are encouraged to remove references to the affected product(s)
Discontinued Date:
September 30, 2026
Replacement Category:
Engineering Replacement
Product at a glance
| Brake IGBT | Brake IGBT Installed |
|---|---|
| Brake Resistor | No Internal |
| Feedback Options | No ftdback |
| Filter Options | W/ EMC Filt & ComModeChoke |
| Internal Communication Module | No Communication Module |
| Product Family | PowerFlex 70 AC Drive |
| Degree of protection (IP) | IP20 |
|---|---|
| Shock | 15 G peak for 11 ms duration (±1.0 ms) |
| Vibration | 0.152 mm (0.006 in) displacement, 1 G peak |
| Number of analogue outputs | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mains voltage | 480 V |
| Integrated breaking resistance | False |
| Internal dynamic brake resistors | 62 ohm |
| Brake IGBT | Brake IGBT installed |
| Bus undervoltage output shutoff | 437V DC @ 480V |
| Bus undervoltage fault level | 300V DC @ 480V |
| Internal communication module | No communication module |
| AC input undervoltage trip | 280V AC @ 480V |
| Bus voltage, nom | 648V DC @ 480V |
| Bus overvoltage trip | 810V DC @ 480V |
| Circuit breaker current rating, max | 80A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Motor circuit protector current rating, max | 30A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Output current rating, continuous | 22A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Output current rating, 1 min | 24.2A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Output current rating, 3 sec | 33A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Logic control ride-thru | 0.5 s minimum, 2 s typical |
| Brake resistor | Without drive mounted brake resistor |
| Input current rating | 19.9A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Documentation | Manual |
| Carrier frequency | Standard control: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 kHz, vector control: 2, 4, 8, and 12 kHz, drive rating based on 4 kHz |
| Encoder quadrature | 90° ±27° |
| AC input overvoltage trip | 570V AC @ 480V |
| Input power rating | 8.3 kVA @ 480V AC, 1-phase |
| Dual element time delay fuse current rating | 25...45A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Non-time delay fuse current rating | 25...80A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Heat sink thermistor | Monitored by microprocessor overtemp trip |
| Drive to motor power ratio, max | Recommended not greater than 2:1 ratio |
| Stop modes | Multiple progmable stop modes including - RA, Coast, DC-brake, Fast brake, RA-to-hold and S-curve |
| Acceleration/deceleration | Two independently progmable accel and decel times. Each time can be progmed from 0...3600 s in 0.1 s increments |
| Frequency accuracy | Digital input: within ±0.01% of set output frequency |
| Number of digital inputs | 6 |
| Number of digital outputs | 2 |
| Internal watts loss | 34.2 W @ 480V @ 15Hp normal duty |
| Number of analogue inputs | 2 |
| Human interface model | No HIM-blank plate |
| Supporting protocol for DeviceNet | True |
| Application in industrial area permitted | True |
| External watts loss | 305.4 W @ 480V @ 15Hp normal duty |
| Total watts loss | 339.6 W @ 480V @ 15Hp normal duty |
| Supporting protocol for EtherNet/IP | True |
| Mains frequency | 50 Hz |
| Output frequency range | Standard control: 0...400 Hz, enhanced control: 0...500 Hz |
| Internal EMC filtering | S environment filter per CE EMC directive (89/336/EEC) |
| Feedback option | No ftdback |
| Torque regulation | Without ftdback +/-10%, with ftdback +/-5% |
| Enclosure type | Panel mount-IP20/NEMA Type 1 |
| Output current rating | 22 A, 15 Hp normal duty, 10 Hp heavy duty, frame D |
| Cooling fan operation | Frames B, D, and E: fan operates when power is applied and in run condition |
| Control options | Enhanced control with 24V I/O |
| Drive overcurrent trip | Software current limit: 20...160% of rated current |
| Efficiency | 97.5% at rated A, nominal line volts |
| Encoder supply | 5V/12V configurable ±5% |
| Speed control-speed regulation | Without ftdback (Vector Control mode): 0.1% of base speed across 120:1 speed range, 120:1 operating range, 30 rad/sec bandwidth |
| Current limit capability | Proactive current limit progmable from 20...160% of rated output current, Independently progmable proportional and integral gain |
| Selectable motor control | Sensorless vector with full tuning. Standards V/Hz with full custom capability and vector control |
| Frequency control-speed regulation | With slip compensation (Volts per Hz mode): 0.5% of base speed across 40:1 speed range, 40:1 operating range, 10 rad/sec bandwidth |
| Input phases | Three-phase input provides full rating for all drives. single-phase ops provides 50% of rated current |
| Control method | Sine coded PWM with progmable carrier frequency. Ratings apply to all drives |
| Number of HW-interfaces RS-232 | 2 |
| Number of HW-interfaces RS-485 | 2 |
| Number of HW-interfaces USB | 2 |
| Number of phases output | 3 |
| Number of phases input | 3 |
| Relative symmetric net voltage tolerance | 10 % |
| With control element | True |
| Supporting protocol for TCP/IP | True |
| Supporting protocol for PROFIBUS | True |
| Supporting protocol for CAN | True |
| Supporting protocol for Modbus | True |
| Application in domestic- and commercial area permitted | True |
| Motor overload protection | Class 10 motor overload protection according to NEC article 430 and motor over-temperature protection according to NEC article 430.126 (A)(2). UL 508C file E59272 |
| Input frequency tolerance | 47 Hz |
| Encoder duty cycle | 50% ±10% |
| Voltage tolerance | -10 % |
| Displacement power factor (all drives) | 0.98 across speed range |
| Short circuit rating, max | 200000 A symmetrical |
| Output voltage range | 0 to rated motor voltage |
| Encoder type | Incremental, dual channel |
| Power ride-thru | 15 ms at full load |
| Short circuit trip | Phase-to-phase on drive output |
| Ground fault trip | Phase-to-ground on drive output |
| Drive to motor power ratio, min | Recommended not less than 1:2 ratio |
| Control logic noise immunity | Showering arc transients upto 1500V peak |
| Line transients | Up to 6000 volts peak per IEEE C62.41-1991 |
| Short circuit current rating, max | Maximum short circuit current rating to match specified fuse/circuit breaker capability |
| Intermittent overload | 110% overload capability for up to 1 min, 150% overload capability for up to 3 s |
| Height, approx | IP66, NEMA/UL Type 4X/12 for indoor use: 350 mm |
|---|---|
| Depth, approx | IP66, NEMA/UL Type 4X/12 for indoor use: 210.7 mm |
| Width, approx | IP66, NEMA/UL Type 4X/12 for indoor use: 219.9 mm |
| Weight, approx | IP66, NEMA/UL Type 4X/12 for indoor use: 9.13 kg |
| Altitude | 1000 m (3300 ft.) maximum without derating |
|---|---|
| Degree of protection (NEMA) | 1 |
| Surrounding air temperature, max | IP20, NEMA/UL Type 1: 0...50 °C (32...122 °F) without derating |
| Atmosphere | Drive must not be installed in an area where the ambient atmosphere contains volatile or corrosive gas, vapors or dust, If the drive is not going to be installed immediately, store the drive where it is not exposed to a corrosive atmosphere |
| Storage temperature | -40 °C |
| Relative humidity | 5...95% noncondensing |
| Pollution degree 1 according to EN 61800-5-1 | No pollution occurs, only dry non-conductive pollution occurs, and has no influence |
| Pollution degree 4 according to EN 61800-5-1 | The pollution generates persistent conductivity caused, for exAle, by conductive dust, rain or snow |
| Pollution degree 3 according to EN 61800-5-1 | Conductive pollution occurs, dry non-conductive pollution occurs and becomes conductive due to condensation |
| Pollution degree 2 according to EN 61800-5-1 | Normally only non-conductive pollution occurs, Occasionally a temporary conductivity, caused by condensation is expected when the drive is out of ops |
| Surrounding environment pollution degree | All enclosures are acceptable for pollution degree 1 and 2, an enclosure that meets or exceeds IP54, NEMA/UL type 12, is required for pollution degree 3 and 4 |
| Drawings | |
|---|---|
| 2D Dimension Drawing (DWG/DXF) | Download (ZIP) |
| PowerTerminal Block Drawing | Download (PDF) |
| Control Terminal Block Drawing | Download (PDF) |
| Dimension Drawing (Catalog Pages) | Download (PDF) |
| 2D Dimension Drawing (PDF) | Download (PDF) |
| 3D STEP (STP) Model | Download (ZIP) |
| Drawings |
|---|
| 2D Dimension Drawing (DWG/DXF) Download (ZIP) |
| PowerTerminal Block Drawing Download (PDF) |
| Control Terminal Block Drawing Download (PDF) |
| Dimension Drawing (Catalog Pages) Download (PDF) |
| 2D Dimension Drawing (PDF) Download (PDF) |
| 3D STEP (STP) Model Download (ZIP) |
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| Type | Resource | Publication |
|---|---|---|
| Application Techniques | APPLICATION_TECHNIQUES_pflex-at001_-en-p | PFLEX-AT001 |
| General | Specification Sheet | -- |
| General | Wire Size Table | -- |
| General | Parameter List | -- |
| General | User Manual Documentation Update | -- |
| General | Product Profile | -- |
| General | PowerFlex 70 700 Reference Manual - Vol 1 | PFLEX-RM001 |
| General | User Manual | -- |
| General | Product Cutsheet | -- |
| General | Fuse Size Table | -- |
| General | Drive Specification | -- |
| General | Product Brochure | -- |
| General | Routine Maintenance Guidelines | -- |
| General | Short Circuit Ratings Data Sheet | -- |
| Installation Instructions | INSTALLATION_INSTRUCTIONS_20a-in002_-mu-p | 20A-IN002 |
| Quick Reference | QUICK_REFERENCE_20him-qr001_-mu-p | 20HIM-QR001 |
| Reference Manual | REFERENCE_MANUAL_pflex-rm004_-en-e | PFLEX-RM004 |
| Technical Data | 20a-td001_-en-p | 20A-TD001 |
| User Manual | USER_MANUAL_20a-um001_-en-p | 20A-UM001 |
| Wiring Diagram | WIRING_DIAGRAM_21vw-wd002_-en-p | 21VW-WD002 |
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- Eurasion Economic Community
- CE
- Korean KC
- Lloyds Register
- Australian RCM
- Safety
- Seismic
- UL Listed
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Technical Specifications
| Brake IGBT | Brake IGBT Installed |
|---|---|
| Brake Resistor | No Internal |
| Feedback Options | No ftdback |
| Filter Options | W/ EMC Filt & ComModeChoke |
| Internal Communication Module | No Communication Module |
| Product Family | PowerFlex 70 AC Drive |
| Degree of protection (IP) | IP20 |
|---|---|
| Shock | 15 G peak for 11 ms duration (±1.0 ms) |
| Vibration | 0.152 mm (0.006 in) displacement, 1 G peak |
| Number of analogue outputs | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mains voltage | 480 V |
| Integrated breaking resistance | False |
| Internal dynamic brake resistors | 62 ohm |
| Brake IGBT | Brake IGBT installed |
| Bus undervoltage output shutoff | 437V DC @ 480V |
| Bus undervoltage fault level | 300V DC @ 480V |
| Internal communication module | No communication module |
| AC input undervoltage trip | 280V AC @ 480V |
| Bus voltage, nom | 648V DC @ 480V |
| Bus overvoltage trip | 810V DC @ 480V |
| Circuit breaker current rating, max | 80A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Motor circuit protector current rating, max | 30A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Output current rating, continuous | 22A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Output current rating, 1 min | 24.2A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Output current rating, 3 sec | 33A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Logic control ride-thru | 0.5 s minimum, 2 s typical |
| Brake resistor | Without drive mounted brake resistor |
| Input current rating | 19.9A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Documentation | Manual |
| Carrier frequency | Standard control: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 kHz, vector control: 2, 4, 8, and 12 kHz, drive rating based on 4 kHz |
| Encoder quadrature | 90° ±27° |
| AC input overvoltage trip | 570V AC @ 480V |
| Input power rating | 8.3 kVA @ 480V AC, 1-phase |
| Dual element time delay fuse current rating | 25...45A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Non-time delay fuse current rating | 25...80A @ 480V AC, 3-phase |
| Heat sink thermistor | Monitored by microprocessor overtemp trip |
| Drive to motor power ratio, max | Recommended not greater than 2:1 ratio |
| Stop modes | Multiple progmable stop modes including - RA, Coast, DC-brake, Fast brake, RA-to-hold and S-curve |
| Acceleration/deceleration | Two independently progmable accel and decel times. Each time can be progmed from 0...3600 s in 0.1 s increments |
| Frequency accuracy | Digital input: within ±0.01% of set output frequency |
| Number of digital inputs | 6 |
| Number of digital outputs | 2 |
| Internal watts loss | 34.2 W @ 480V @ 15Hp normal duty |
| Number of analogue inputs | 2 |
| Human interface model | No HIM-blank plate |
| Supporting protocol for DeviceNet | True |
| Application in industrial area permitted | True |
| External watts loss | 305.4 W @ 480V @ 15Hp normal duty |
| Total watts loss | 339.6 W @ 480V @ 15Hp normal duty |
| Supporting protocol for EtherNet/IP | True |
| Mains frequency | 50 Hz |
| Output frequency range | Standard control: 0...400 Hz, enhanced control: 0...500 Hz |
| Internal EMC filtering | S environment filter per CE EMC directive (89/336/EEC) |
| Feedback option | No ftdback |
| Torque regulation | Without ftdback +/-10%, with ftdback +/-5% |
| Enclosure type | Panel mount-IP20/NEMA Type 1 |
| Output current rating | 22 A, 15 Hp normal duty, 10 Hp heavy duty, frame D |
| Cooling fan operation | Frames B, D, and E: fan operates when power is applied and in run condition |
| Control options | Enhanced control with 24V I/O |
| Drive overcurrent trip | Software current limit: 20...160% of rated current |
| Efficiency | 97.5% at rated A, nominal line volts |
| Encoder supply | 5V/12V configurable ±5% |
| Speed control-speed regulation | Without ftdback (Vector Control mode): 0.1% of base speed across 120:1 speed range, 120:1 operating range, 30 rad/sec bandwidth |
| Current limit capability | Proactive current limit progmable from 20...160% of rated output current, Independently progmable proportional and integral gain |
| Selectable motor control | Sensorless vector with full tuning. Standards V/Hz with full custom capability and vector control |
| Frequency control-speed regulation | With slip compensation (Volts per Hz mode): 0.5% of base speed across 40:1 speed range, 40:1 operating range, 10 rad/sec bandwidth |
| Input phases | Three-phase input provides full rating for all drives. single-phase ops provides 50% of rated current |
| Control method | Sine coded PWM with progmable carrier frequency. Ratings apply to all drives |
| Number of HW-interfaces RS-232 | 2 |
| Number of HW-interfaces RS-485 | 2 |
| Number of HW-interfaces USB | 2 |
| Number of phases output | 3 |
| Number of phases input | 3 |
| Relative symmetric net voltage tolerance | 10 % |
| With control element | True |
| Supporting protocol for TCP/IP | True |
| Supporting protocol for PROFIBUS | True |
| Supporting protocol for CAN | True |
| Supporting protocol for Modbus | True |
| Application in domestic- and commercial area permitted | True |
| Motor overload protection | Class 10 motor overload protection according to NEC article 430 and motor over-temperature protection according to NEC article 430.126 (A)(2). UL 508C file E59272 |
| Input frequency tolerance | 47 Hz |
| Encoder duty cycle | 50% ±10% |
| Voltage tolerance | -10 % |
| Displacement power factor (all drives) | 0.98 across speed range |
| Short circuit rating, max | 200000 A symmetrical |
| Output voltage range | 0 to rated motor voltage |
| Encoder type | Incremental, dual channel |
| Power ride-thru | 15 ms at full load |
| Short circuit trip | Phase-to-phase on drive output |
| Ground fault trip | Phase-to-ground on drive output |
| Drive to motor power ratio, min | Recommended not less than 1:2 ratio |
| Control logic noise immunity | Showering arc transients upto 1500V peak |
| Line transients | Up to 6000 volts peak per IEEE C62.41-1991 |
| Short circuit current rating, max | Maximum short circuit current rating to match specified fuse/circuit breaker capability |
| Intermittent overload | 110% overload capability for up to 1 min, 150% overload capability for up to 3 s |
| Height, approx | IP66, NEMA/UL Type 4X/12 for indoor use: 350 mm |
|---|---|
| Depth, approx | IP66, NEMA/UL Type 4X/12 for indoor use: 210.7 mm |
| Width, approx | IP66, NEMA/UL Type 4X/12 for indoor use: 219.9 mm |
| Weight, approx | IP66, NEMA/UL Type 4X/12 for indoor use: 9.13 kg |
| Altitude | 1000 m (3300 ft.) maximum without derating |
|---|---|
| Degree of protection (NEMA) | 1 |
| Surrounding air temperature, max | IP20, NEMA/UL Type 1: 0...50 °C (32...122 °F) without derating |
| Atmosphere | Drive must not be installed in an area where the ambient atmosphere contains volatile or corrosive gas, vapors or dust, If the drive is not going to be installed immediately, store the drive where it is not exposed to a corrosive atmosphere |
| Storage temperature | -40 °C |
| Relative humidity | 5...95% noncondensing |
| Pollution degree 1 according to EN 61800-5-1 | No pollution occurs, only dry non-conductive pollution occurs, and has no influence |
| Pollution degree 4 according to EN 61800-5-1 | The pollution generates persistent conductivity caused, for exAle, by conductive dust, rain or snow |
| Pollution degree 3 according to EN 61800-5-1 | Conductive pollution occurs, dry non-conductive pollution occurs and becomes conductive due to condensation |
| Pollution degree 2 according to EN 61800-5-1 | Normally only non-conductive pollution occurs, Occasionally a temporary conductivity, caused by condensation is expected when the drive is out of ops |
| Surrounding environment pollution degree | All enclosures are acceptable for pollution degree 1 and 2, an enclosure that meets or exceeds IP54, NEMA/UL type 12, is required for pollution degree 3 and 4 |
Drawings
| Drawings | |
|---|---|
| 2D Dimension Drawing (DWG/DXF) | Download (ZIP) |
| PowerTerminal Block Drawing | Download (PDF) |
| Control Terminal Block Drawing | Download (PDF) |
| Dimension Drawing (Catalog Pages) | Download (PDF) |
| 2D Dimension Drawing (PDF) | Download (PDF) |
| 3D STEP (STP) Model | Download (ZIP) |
| Drawings |
|---|
| 2D Dimension Drawing (DWG/DXF) Download (ZIP) |
| PowerTerminal Block Drawing Download (PDF) |
| Control Terminal Block Drawing Download (PDF) |
| Dimension Drawing (Catalog Pages) Download (PDF) |
| 2D Dimension Drawing (PDF) Download (PDF) |
| 3D STEP (STP) Model Download (ZIP) |
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Documents
|
APPLICATION_TECHNIQUES_pflex-at001_-en-p
Application Techniques
PFLEX-AT001 |
|
Specification Sheet
General
-- |
|
Wire Size Table
General
-- |
|
Parameter List
General
-- |
|
User Manual Documentation Update
General
-- |
|
Product Profile
General
-- |
|
PowerFlex 70 700 Reference Manual - Vol 1
General
PFLEX-RM001 |
|
User Manual
General
-- |
|
Product Cutsheet
General
-- |
|
Fuse Size Table
General
-- |
|
Drive Specification
General
-- |
|
Product Brochure
General
-- |
|
Routine Maintenance Guidelines
General
-- |
|
Short Circuit Ratings Data Sheet
General
-- |
|
INSTALLATION_INSTRUCTIONS_20a-in002_-mu-p
Installation Instructions
20A-IN002 |
|
QUICK_REFERENCE_20him-qr001_-mu-p
Quick Reference
20HIM-QR001 |
|
REFERENCE_MANUAL_pflex-rm004_-en-e
Reference Manual
PFLEX-RM004 |
|
20a-td001_-en-p
Technical Data
20A-TD001 |
|
USER_MANUAL_20a-um001_-en-p
User Manual
20A-UM001 |
|
WIRING_DIAGRAM_21vw-wd002_-en-p
Wiring Diagram
21VW-WD002 |
| Type | Resource | Publication |
|---|---|---|
| Application Techniques | APPLICATION_TECHNIQUES_pflex-at001_-en-p | PFLEX-AT001 |
| General | Specification Sheet | -- |
| General | Wire Size Table | -- |
| General | Parameter List | -- |
| General | User Manual Documentation Update | -- |
| General | Product Profile | -- |
| General | PowerFlex 70 700 Reference Manual - Vol 1 | PFLEX-RM001 |
| General | User Manual | -- |
| General | Product Cutsheet | -- |
| General | Fuse Size Table | -- |
| General | Drive Specification | -- |
| General | Product Brochure | -- |
| General | Routine Maintenance Guidelines | -- |
| General | Short Circuit Ratings Data Sheet | -- |
| Installation Instructions | INSTALLATION_INSTRUCTIONS_20a-in002_-mu-p | 20A-IN002 |
| Quick Reference | QUICK_REFERENCE_20him-qr001_-mu-p | 20HIM-QR001 |
| Reference Manual | REFERENCE_MANUAL_pflex-rm004_-en-e | PFLEX-RM004 |
| Technical Data | 20a-td001_-en-p | 20A-TD001 |
| User Manual | USER_MANUAL_20a-um001_-en-p | 20A-UM001 |
| Wiring Diagram | WIRING_DIAGRAM_21vw-wd002_-en-p | 21VW-WD002 |
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Certifications
- Eurasion Economic Community
- CE
- Korean KC
- Lloyds Register
- Australian RCM
- Safety
- Seismic
- UL Listed
This product was certified with the above certifications as of 2025-07-27. Products sold before or after this date might carry different certifications. Please review the product label to check for the certifications your specific product carries.
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