Description
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | Allen-Bradley 22A-B017N104 |
| Manufacturer | Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation |
| Product Type | Adjustable Frequency AC Drive (VFD) |
| Series / Platform | PowerFlex 4 |
| Input Voltage | 200–240 VAC (±10%), 3-Phase, 50/60 Hz |
| Output Voltage | 0–230 VAC, 3-Phase |
| Output Current | 17.5 A (continuous) |
| Rated Power | 3.7 kW (5.0 HP) |
| Frame Size | Frame B |
| Enclosure Rating | IP20 / NEMA-UL Type Open |
| User Interface | Fixed Digital Keypad with 4-Digit LED Display |
| Communication | RS485 (DSI) Port |
| Control Methods | Volts/Hertz (V/Hz), Sensorless Vector |
| Brake IGBT | Included (standard) |
| CE Compliant Filter | No (N104 suffix = no EMC filter) |
| I/O Terminals | 3 fixed DI (Start/Stop/Rev), 2 programmable DI, 4 programmable DO, 1 analog input (0–10 V / 4–20 mA), 1 relay DO |
| Output Frequency | 0–240 Hz (programmable) |
| Overload Capability | 150% for 60 s / 200% for 3 s |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +50°C (14°F to 122°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Mounting | Panel mount or 35 mm DIN rail (vertical) |
| Lifecycle Status | Discontinued (replacement: 25A-B017N104) |
Main Features and Advantages
Compact, panel-friendly footprint: The Allen-Bradley 22A-B017N104 is designed for installations where cabinet space is at a premium. Its Frame Size B housing and support for both panel-mount and 35 mm DIN-rail mounting allow it to drop neatly into crowded enclosures, while the open-type IP20 construction simplifies heat dissipation and wiring access during installation and service.
Flexible motor control in two modes: Unlike the most basic drives, the Allen-Bradley 22A-B017N104 offers both Volts/Hertz and sensorless vector control. V/Hz mode is perfect for fans, pumps, and conveyors where a simple speed-torque curve is sufficient, while sensorless vector mode delivers improved torque response and speed regulation for applications with varying load profiles—all without the expense of encoder feedback hardware.
Built-in deceleration and protection: The integrated Brake IGBT in the Allen-Bradley 22A-B017N104 provides controlled, rapid stopping by dissipating regenerated energy internally, reducing the need for an external braking module in many applications. Combined with electronic overload, ground-fault, overcurrent, overvoltage, undervoltage, and transient protection, the drive actively safeguards both itself and the connected motor. Its 150% overload capability for up to one minute gives it the headroom to handle demanding startup torque conditions.
Straightforward commissioning and integration: With a fixed digital keypad and 4-digit LED display, the Allen-Bradley 22A-B017N104 can be configured entirely locally—no software required for basic setup. For networked installations, the onboard RS485 port enables integration with Logix-family controllers and DriveExplorer, supporting remote start/stop, speed reference, and parameter management. Ten LED status indicators provide at-a-glance drive health and fault information, shortening troubleshooting time on the plant floor.
Application Field
The Allen-Bradley 22A-B017N104 is purpose-built for general-purpose variable speed control across a wide range of industries and machine types. In material handling, it is frequently specified for conveyor systems where smooth acceleration and deceleration reduce mechanical shock on belts, rollers, and product loads, while the integrated Brake IGBT helps bring short conveyor sections to a controlled stop. Its 3.7 kW (5 HP) rating and 17.5 A output current align well with the small to medium motors that dominate packaging lines, feeders, and indexing equipment.
In fluid-handling applications, the Allen-Bradley 22A-B017N104 excels on pumps and fans, where matching motor speed to actual process demand—rather than throttling with dampers or valves—delivers measurable energy savings and reduces wear on impellers, bearings, and seals. HVAC systems, dust collectors, and combustion air fans all benefit from the drive’s programmable 0–240 Hz output and adjustable PWM frequency, which can be tuned to minimize audible motor noise.
Beyond these core uses, the Allen-Bradley 22A-B017N104 is widely deployed on extruders, mixers, small machine tools, textile machinery, and other general automation equipment where reliable three-phase motor control is required in a compact footprint. Its straightforward hardwired I/O and RS485 networking make it equally suitable for standalone machines and for systems integrated into larger PLC-controlled processes. For maintenance and engineering teams supporting legacy installations, the Allen-Bradley 22A-B017N104 remains a key spare part, and its designated engineering replacement, the 25A-B017N104, provides a clear upgrade path when new units are required for retrofit or expansion work.
