VFD vs Servo Drive: Key Differences
A side-by-side comparison of VFD and servo drive motor type, feedback, dynamic response, overload rating, cost, and applications for industrial engineers.
The Siemens 1FK7101-2AC71-1QB0 is a SIMOTICS S 1FK7-CT synchronous servo motor rated 4.3 kW, delivering 27 Nm standstill torque (M0, 100K duty) at a 2000 rpm rated speed with an 8-pole, 9.7 A design. It is naturally cooled, IMB 5 flange-mounted, and fitted with an absolute single-turn 20-bit encoder on a DRIVE-CLiQ interface plus an integrated holding brake, for IP64-rated position retention on vertical axes.
The -2AC71 code sets this motor to a 2000 rpm rated speed within the 1FK7-CT line, against the -2AF71 winding rated to 3000 rpm at the same 27 Nm standstill torque; the 2.15 Nm/A torque constant on this 2000 rpm winding favors low-speed torque density. The -1QB0 suffix adds the integrated holding brake, which raises moment of inertia to 87.0 kgcm2 and motor weight to 27.5 kg compared with the non-brake configuration in this frame, so the added inertia needs to be folded into the drive's tuning at this 1.62 ms mechanical time constant. Pick this brake configuration for vertical or gravity-loaded axes that must hold position when the servo drive de-energizes; on a horizontal axis without a fail-safe holding requirement, the non-brake version in the same frame carries less inertia. The 116,000 Nm/rad torsional stiffness and 60-minute thermal time constant still support sustained-torque duty cycles once the brake mass is accounted for.
| Rated speed (100 K) | 2,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Number of poles | 8 |
| Rated torque (100 K) | 20.5 Nm |
| Rated current | 9.7 A |
| Static torque (60 K) | 22.50 Nm |
| Static torque (100 K) | 27.00 Nm |
| Stall current (60 K) | 10.00 A |
| Stall current (100 K) | 12.30 A |
| Moment of inertia | 87.000 kgcm² |
| Efficiency | 93.0 % |
| Torque constant | 2.15 Nm/A |
|---|---|
| Voltage constant at 20º C | 144.5 V/1000*min¯¹ |
| Winding resistance at 20º C | 0.34 Ω |
| Rotating field inductance | 8.5 mH |
| Electrical time constant | 25.00 ms |
| Mechanical time constant | 1.62 ms |
| Thermal time constant | 60 min |
| Shaft torsional stiffness | 116,000 Nm/rad |
| Net weight of the motor | 27.5 kg Permanent-magnet synchronous |
| Motor type | motor Compact |
|---|---|
| Shaft height | 100 |
| Cooling | Natural cooling |
| Radial runout tolerance | 0.050 mm |
| Concentricity tolerance | 0.10 mm |
| Axial runout tolerance | 0.10 mm |
| Vibration severity grade | Grade A |
| Connector size | M40 |
| Degree of protection | IP64 |
| Design acc. to Code I | IM B5 (IM V1, IM V3) |
| Temperature monitoring | Pt1000 temperature sensor |
| Electrical connectors | Connectors for signals and power rotatable |
| Color of the housing | Standard (Anthracite RAL 7016) |
| Holding brake | with holding brake |
| Shaft end | Feather key |
| Encoder system | Encoder AS20DQI: absolute encoder single-turn 20 bits |
| Part number | 1FK7101-2AC71-1QB0 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Siemens |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Siemens and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| Optimum speed | 2,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Optimum power | 4.3 kW |
| Max. permissible speed (mech.) | 5,000 rpm |
|---|---|
| Max. permissible speed (inverter) | 4,000 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 80.0 Nm |
| Maximum current | 40.5 A |
| Holding brake version | Permanent-magnet brake |
|---|---|
| Holding torque | 43.0 Nm |
| Power supply voltage | DC 24 V ± 10 % |
| Coil current | 1.0 A |
| Opening time | 300 ms |
| Closing time | 70 ms |
| Highest braking work | 3,380 J |
| Rated inverter current | 18 A |
|---|---|
| Maximum inverter current | 54 A |
| Maximum torque | 80.00 Nm |
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| Shipping weight | 25.3 kg |
|---|---|
| Ships from | Türkiye |
| Dispatch | — |
| Stock | On request |
Source: manufacturer data · Last verified: 01 Nov 2026
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Ask us for the datasheetThe rated current of 1FK7101-2AC71-1QB0 is 9.7 A.
The rated motor power of 1FK7101-2AC71-1QB0 is 4.3 kW.
The tariff (HS) code on file for 1FK7101-2AC71-1QB0 is 85015220.
1FK7101-2AC71-1QB0 ships from Türkiye. Shipping calculated at checkout · import duties and taxes paid on arrival.
A side-by-side comparison of VFD and servo drive motor type, feedback, dynamic response, overload rating, cost, and applications for industrial engineers.
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