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 6SL3210-5FE11-5UF0 is a SINAMICS V90 servo drive with PROFINET, rated for 380-480 V 3AC input and a 1.5/1.75 kW motor at 5.3 A rated output current. It fits Frame Size B (100 x 180 x 220 mm, WxHxD) in an IP20 enclosure.
The 1.5/1.75 kW dual rating covers continuous duty at 1.5 kW with a 1.75 kW short-term overload margin, sized for servo axes like pick-and-place or indexing tables rather than continuous-torque spindle loads. PROFINET integration puts it on the same Ethernet-based network as a SIMATIC S7-1200 or S7-1500 controller without a separate fieldbus gateway; a PROFIBUS or pulse-train V90 variant is the choice when the controller lacks PROFINET support. The 5.3 A rated output current sets the matching 1FL6 servo motor frame size for this drive, and the 0-330 Hz output frequency range covers standard servo speed profiles without needing a separate high-speed option. Frame Size B at 100 x 180 x 220 mm and IP20 protection assume a clean control-cabinet environment rather than direct outdoor or washdown mounting, so plan enclosure placement accordingly.
PROFINET-networked servo positioning axes, pick-and-place and indexing drives, and machine-tool auxiliary axes controlled from a SIMATIC S7-1200/S7-1500 PLC over PROFINET.
| Input: Number of phases | 3 AC |
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| Input: Line voltage | 380 ... 480 V +10 % -15 % |
| Input: Line frequency | 45 ... 66 Hz |
| Output: Rated power | 1.75 kW |
| Output: Rated current (IN) | 5.30 A |
| Output: Max. output current | 13.80 A |
| Standard digital inputs: Number | 4 |
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| Digital outputs: Number | 2 |
| Degree of protection | IP20 / UL open type |
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| Frame size | FSB |
| Part number | 6SL3210-5FE11-5UF0 |
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| Brand | Siemens |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Siemens and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| EAN | 4042948671832 |
| Cooling | Fan |
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| Ambient temperature: Operation | 0 ... 45 °C |
| Ambient temperature: Storage | -40 ... 70 °C |
| Relative humidity: Max. operation | 90 % |
| Compliance with standards | CE, KC, cULus, EAC, C-Tick (RCM) |
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| Communication | PROFINET |
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| Shipping weight | 3.165 kg |
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| Ships from | Türkiye |
| Dispatch | 16 Nov |
| Stock | In stock |
Source: manufacturer data · Last verified: 01 Nov 2026
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Ask us for the datasheetThe rated current of 6SL3210-5FE11-5UF0 is 5.3 A.
The rated operational voltage of 6SL3210-5FE11-5UF0 is 380–480 V AC.
The rated motor power of 6SL3210-5FE11-5UF0 is 1.5–1.75 kW.
The tariff (HS) code on file for 6SL3210-5FE11-5UF0 is 85044095.
The EAN (GTIN) of 6SL3210-5FE11-5UF0 is 4042948671832.
6SL3210-5FE11-5UF0 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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