Rockwell Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 4- 2.2 kW 3HP AC Drive 22A-B012N104

Product Overview

The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 4, catalog number 22A-B012N104, is a compact adjustable-frequency AC drive from Rockwell Automation designed for industrial motor control. It provides simple, cost-effective variable speed operation for three-phase motors up to 2.2 kW (3 HP) and is suitable for OEMs, panel builders, and general-purpose applications such as conveyors, pumps, and fans.

Key Specifications

• Series / Type: PowerFlex 4 AC Drive (adjustable frequency drive)

• Part Number: 22A-B012N104

• Input Voltage: 240 VAC (208 V capable), Three-Phase (50/60 Hz)

• Output Power: 2.2 kW / 3 HP

• Output Current: 12 A

• Frame Size: B

• Enclosure Rating: Open-type IP20 (NEMA/UL type open)

• Display / Interface: Integrated LED display with fixed digital keypad

• Communication: RS-485 (serial) interface

• Mounting: Panel or DIN-rail mount capable

• Filter: No CE-compliant EMC filter included

• Control Modes: Standard Volts/Hz and basic speed control (sensorless vector on some variants)

• Typical Applications: Motors on conveyors, fans, pumps, packaging, HVAC, and general automation systems.

Product Characteristics

• Compact, cost-efficient design: Small footprint and simple installation for space-constrained control panels.

• User-friendly operation: Local keypad and display make basic setup and adjustments straightforward without need for external programming tools.

• Flexible communication: RS-485 provides basic network connectivity and control integration.

• Industrial suitability: Designed for general industrial environments but requires enclosure/environment rating upgrade for harsher conditions (IP20 open unit).

Typical Use Cases

Ideal for adding variable speed motor control in systems that need improved energy management and performance compared to fixed-speed operation, such as:

• Material handling conveyors

• Pump and blower drives

• HVAC motor control

• OEM machines and automated equipment 

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