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 6SL3130-7TE28-0AA3 is a SINAMICS S120 Active Line Module (booksize) that rectifies a 3AC 342-528 V line into a regulated 600 V DC link, rated 80 kW / 133 A continuous with a 131 kW / 218 A overload capability. It is IP20 / UL open type, internally air-cooled, and includes the DRIVE-CLiQ cable.
As an Active Line Module rather than a Basic (diode) Line Module, this unit regulates the DC link to 1.35x line voltage in Smart Mode and can feed regenerative braking energy back to the line — pick it over a Basic Line Module whenever the connected Motor Modules need braking energy recovery instead of a braking resistor. The 65 kA short-circuit strength rating and IP20/UL open-type protection fit standard cabinet installation. Size selection is set by the 80 kW / 133 A rated output versus the 131 kW / 218 A 60-second overload — the combined continuous load of the downstream Motor Modules on this DC link segment must stay within the 133 A rating.
Line supply and DC-link regulation for a booksize SINAMICS S120 multi-axis drive group where regenerative braking recovery is required, such as high-inertia winding, hoisting, or frequent deceleration applications.
| Input: Number of phases | 3 AC |
|---|---|
| Input: Line voltage | 342 ... 528 V |
| Input: Line frequency | 47 ... 63 Hz |
| Input: Short-circuit strength 1) | 65 kA |
| Fundamental power factor cos phi | 1 2) |
| Total | 1.00 1.00 0.96 |
| Overvoltage category | Class III |
| DC link voltage 3): at 380 V ... 400 V AC, factory setting | 600 V |
| DC link voltage 3): at 400 V ... 415 V AC, factory setting | 625 V |
| DC link voltage 3): DC-link voltage | 1.35 x line voltage (Smart Mode) |
| Electronics power supply with DC | 24 V (-15 % / 20 %) |
| Line side: Design | M8 bolt (X1) |
|---|---|
| Line side: Conductor cross-section | 2.50 ... 120.00 mm² (AWG 14 ... AWG - 3) |
| PE conductor | M8 Screw |
| Line length, max.: Shielded | 1,000 m (3,280.84 ft) |
| Line length, max.: Unshielded | 1,500 m (4,921.26 ft) |
| Degree of protection | IP20 / UL open type |
|---|---|
| Type of construction | Booksize |
| Dimensions: Width | 300 mm (11.81 in) |
| Dimensions: Height | 629 mm (24.76 in) |
| Dimensions: Depth | 270 mm (10.63 in) |
| Part number | 6SL3130-7TE28-0AA3 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Siemens |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Siemens and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| EAN | 4025515012757 |
| Infeed power: Rated value | 80 kW (100 hp) |
|---|---|
| Infeed power: for S6 duty | 106 kW |
| Infeed power: Maximum | 131 kW |
| Regenerative feedback power: Rated value | 80 kW (100 hp) |
| Regenerative feedback power: for S6 duty | 106 kW |
| Regenerative feedback power: Maximum | 131 kW |
| DC-link current: at 600 V DC | 134 A |
| DC-link current: for S6 duty | 176 A |
| DC-link current: Maximum | 218 A |
| Input current: at 380 V AC 3-phase | 128 A |
| Input current: at 400 V AC 3-phase | 122 A |
| Input current: at 480 V AC 3-phase | 102 A |
| Input current: at 400 V S6 duty | 161 A |
| Input current: at 400 V, maximum | 200 A 2.0 A |
| for electronics power supply at | 24 V DC |
| for DC-link connection | 20 A 200 A |
| DC link capacitance: of the Active Line Module | 2,820 µF |
| DC link capacitance: of the drive system, maximum | 20,000 µF |
| Sound pressure level | 73 dB |
|---|---|
| Losses 10) | 1.38 kW |
| Ambient temperature in operation | 0 ... 40 °C (32 ... 104 °F) |
|---|---|
| Cooling air throughput | 0.144 m³/s (5.085 ft³/s) |
| Installation altitude | 1,000 m (3,280.84 ft) |
| Type of cooling 11) | Internal air cooling |
| RI suppression | Active Line Module + Active Interface Module: Category C3 according to EN 61800-3 up to 350 m (1148 ft) total cable length. With line filter: Category C2 according to EN 61800-3 up to 350 |
| Compliance with standards | CE, cULus |
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| Net weight | 23 kg |
|---|---|
| Shipping weight | 25.0 kg |
| Ships from | Türkiye |
| Dispatch | 13 Nov |
| Stock | Low stock |
Source: manufacturer data · Last verified: 01 Nov 2026
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Ask us for the datasheetThe rated current of 6SL3130-7TE28-0AA3 is 133 A.
The rated operational voltage of 6SL3130-7TE28-0AA3 is 342–528 V AC.
The rated motor power of 6SL3130-7TE28-0AA3 is 80 (rated) – 131 (ma×) kW.
The tariff (HS) code on file for 6SL3130-7TE28-0AA3 is 85044083.
The EAN (GTIN) of 6SL3130-7TE28-0AA3 is 4025515012757.
6SL3130-7TE28-0AA3 ships from Türkiye. Shipping calculated at checkout · import duties and taxes paid on arrival. Stock items are dispatched within 1–2 business days.
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