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 6SL3120-1TE32-0AA4 is a SINAMICS S120 Single Motor Module in the booksize frame, converting a 510-720 V DC link into a 3AC 400 V output rated at 200.0 A (IN), with a base-load current of 141.0 A and a peak of 282.0 A (140 A continuous at 8 kHz). It ships with a DRIVE-CLiQ cable, supports Extended Safety Integrated functions, and weighs 21.6 kg.
This is the highest-current member of the booksize Single Motor Module range covered here, with a 200.0 A rated (IN) / 141.0 A base-load (IH) / 282.0 A peak (Imax) output — more than double the 85 A module and over six times the 30 A module. The catalog also lists a reduced 140 A output at 8 kHz switching, so drop the pulse frequency from the 4.00 kHz default only if the application needs lower acoustic noise or lower switching loss and can accept the derated current. Extended Safety Integrated support allows integrated safety functions (e.g. STO) without an external safety relay.
Used as a single-axis power stage for larger motors in SINAMICS S120 modular multi-axis drive systems — extruders, winders, and main-spindle machine tool axes — sharing a DC link with an Active or Smart Line Module and other Motor Modules on the same bus.
| Part number | 6SL3120-1TE32-0AA4 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Siemens |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Siemens and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| EAN | 4042948662984 |
| Rated current | 200.0 A |
|---|---|
| Rated operational voltage | 400 V AC |
| Motor power | 107.0 kW |
| Communication | DRIVE-CLiQ |
| Shipping weight | 23.6 kg |
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| HS code | 85044087 |
|---|---|
| Ships from | Türkiye |
| Dispatch | 13 Nov |
| Stock | Critical stock |
| Series | SINAMICS S120 |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Drive Module |
| Frame Size | Booksize |
| DC Link Voltage | 510 ... 720 V DC |
| Base Load Current IH | 141.0 A |
| Peak Current Imax | 282.0 A |
| Output at 8 kHz | 140 A |
| Rated Power (based on IH) | 76.0 kW |
| Rated Pulse Frequency | 4.00 kHz |
| Output Frequency (Servo Control) | 0 ... 650 Hz |
| Output Frequency (V/f Control) | 0 ... 600 Hz |
| Output Frequency (Vector Control) | 0 ... 300 Hz |
| Electronics Power Supply | 24 V DC -15% / +20% |
| Cooling | Internal air cooling, 0.144 m³/s |
| Operating Temperature | 0 ... 40 °C (32 ... 104 °F) |
| Installation Altitude (no derating) | 1,000 m (3,281 ft) |
| Conductor Cross-Section | 2.5 ... 120 mm² (14 ... -3 AWG) |
| Shielded Motor Cable Length | 100 m (328 ft) |
| Net Weight | 21.6 kg |
From the manufacturer description; the values above take precedence.
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Ask us for the datasheetThe rated current of 6SL3120-1TE32-0AA4 is 200.0 A.
The rated operational voltage of 6SL3120-1TE32-0AA4 is 400 V AC.
The rated motor power of 6SL3120-1TE32-0AA4 is 107.0 kW.
The tariff (HS) code on file for 6SL3120-1TE32-0AA4 is 85044087.
The EAN (GTIN) of 6SL3120-1TE32-0AA4 is 4042948662984.
6SL3120-1TE32-0AA4 ships from Türkiye. Shipping calculated at checkout · import duties and taxes paid on arrival. Stock items are dispatched within 1–2 business days.
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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