VFD for Compressors: Selection Guide
How to select and size a VFD for screw, reciprocating and centrifugal compressors, covering overload rating, turndown limits and energy savings.
The Siemens 6SL3210-1PB13-8UL0 is a SINAMICS G120 Power Module PM240-2 in FSA frame, rated 0.75kW low overload / 0.55kW high overload at 200-240V 1/3AC input, with an integrated braking chopper. Output current reaches 6.40A max at a 4kHz pulse frequency, unfiltered and rated IP20 without Control Unit or operating unit.
This FSA-frame PM240-2 covers the 0.75kW (LO) / 0.55kW (HO) power point, the smallest rating in the PM240-2 range at 200-240V single/three-phase input, with a 4.20A rated LO current and a 6.40A maximum output current for loads with occasional 150% or 200% overload peaks. The built-in braking chopper lets a braking resistor connect directly without a separate module, and because the module is unfiltered, an external EMC filter is needed where conducted-emission limits apply. Higher power points in the same PM240-2 family step up from FSA to FSB and FSC frames.
Used as the power stage of a SINAMICS G120 modular drive together with a matching Control Unit for small pumps, fans, and conveyor motors on a 200-240V supply. Requires Control Unit firmware V4.6 or later; rated for -10 to 40C at low overload and -10 to 50C at high overload.
| Input: Number of phases | 1 AC |
|---|---|
| Input: Line voltage | 200 ... 240 V ±10 % |
| Input: Line frequency | 47 ... 63 Hz |
| Input: Rated current (LO) | 5.50 A |
| Input: Rated current (HO) | 4.80 A |
| Output: Number of phases | 3 AC |
| Output: Rated voltage | 1) |
| Output: Rated power (LO) | 0.75 kW / 1.00 hp |
| Output: Rated power (HO) | 0.55 kW / 0.75 hp |
| Output: Rated current (LO) | 4.20 A |
| Output: Rated current (HO) | 3.20 A |
| Output: Max. output current | 6.40 A |
| Output: Pulse frequency | 4 kHz |
| Output: Output frequency for vector control | 0 ... 200 Hz |
| Output: Output frequency for V/f control | 0 ... 550 Hz |
| Low Overload (LO) | 1.1 x rated output current (i.e. 110 % overload) for 57 s with a cycle time of |
| High Overload (HO) | 1.5 × output current rating (i.e., 150 % overload) for 57 s with a cycle time of |
| Power factor λ | 0.85 |
|---|---|
| Offset factor cos φ | 0.95 |
| Efficiency η | 0.96 |
| Sound pressure level (1m) | 50 dB |
| Power loss | 0.04 kW |
| Filter class (integrated) | - |
| Cooling | Internal air cooling |
|---|---|
| Cooling air requirement | 0.005 m³/s (0.177 ft³/s) |
| Installation altitude | 1,000 m (3,280.84 ft) |
| Ambient temperature: Operation LO | -10 ... 40 °C (14 ... 104 °F) |
| Ambient temperature: Operation HO | -10 ... 50 °C (14 ... 122 °F) |
| Ambient temperature: Transport | -25 ... 55 °C (-13 ... 131 °F) |
| Ambient temperature: Storage | -25 ... 55 °C (-13 ... 131 °F) |
| Relative humidity: Max. operation | 95 % RH, condensation not permitted |
| Part number | 6SL3210-1PB13-8UL0 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Siemens |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Siemens and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| EAN | 4042948666227 |
| Line side: Version | Plug-in screw terminals |
|---|---|
| Motor end: Version | Plug-in screw terminals |
| Max. motor cable length: Shielded | 50 m (164.04 ft) |
| Max. motor cable length: Unshielded | 100 m (328.08 ft) |
| Degree of protection | IP20 / UL open type |
|---|---|
| Frame size | FSA |
| Dimensions: Width | 73 mm (2.87 in) |
| Dimensions: Height | 196 mm (7.72 in) |
| Dimensions: Depth | 165 mm (6.50 in) |
| Compliance with standards | UL, cUL, CE, C-Tick (RCM), SEMI F47 |
|---|---|
| CE marking | Low-voltage directive 2006/95/EC |
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| Net weight | 1.4 kg |
|---|---|
| Shipping weight | 1.9 kg |
| Ships from | Türkiye |
| Dispatch | 16 Nov |
| Stock | Low stock |
Source: manufacturer data · Last verified: 31 Oct 2026
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Ask us for the datasheetThe rated current of 6SL3210-1PB13-8UL0 is 6.40 A.
The rated operational voltage of 6SL3210-1PB13-8UL0 is 200–240 V AC.
The rated motor power of 6SL3210-1PB13-8UL0 is 0.75 kW.
The tariff (HS) code on file for 6SL3210-1PB13-8UL0 is 85044095.
The EAN (GTIN) of 6SL3210-1PB13-8UL0 is 4042948666227.
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