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 6SL5310-1BE13-5DF0 is a SINAMICS S210 servo drive for a 3.5 kW motor, taking 3AC 200-480 V input at 45-66 Hz and rated for 12.5 A input current. It delivers up to 33.0 A max output current at 0-550 Hz output frequency, in an IP20 frame C housing (105 x 322 x 223 mm) weighing 4.8 kg.
At 3.5 kW rated power (400 V) and 33.0 A max output current, this frame C unit covers motors above the 2.0 kW frame B model's 24.0 A ceiling, sharing its housing footprint with the 7.0 kW variant in this range - the two are distinguished by rated current and power, not physical size. The 27.8 A inrush current is notably higher than the smaller frames, worth checking against upstream breaker coordination. Rated power drops to 2.10 kW at 240 V input, so confirm the actual supply voltage before sizing the motor.
Suited to heavier 3-phase single-axis loads - extruder feed axes, large pick-and-place gantries, and winder drives in the 2-3.5 kW range - on either 230 V or 400 V 3-phase supply.
| Input: Number of phases | 3 AC |
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| Input: Line voltage | 200 ... 480 V ±10 % |
| Input: Line frequency | 45 ... 66 Hz |
| Input: Rated current | 12.5 A |
| Input: Inrush current | 27.8 A |
| Output: Number of phases | 3 AC |
| Output: Pulse frequency | 8 kHz |
| Output: Output frequency for servo control | 0 … 550 Hz |
| Voltage | 24 V -15 % … +20 % |
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| Current demand, max. | 1.2 A |
| Communication | PROFINET |
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| Part number | 6SL5310-1BE13-5DF0 |
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| Brand | Siemens |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Siemens and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| EAN | 4034106441272 |
| Cooling | Air cooling using an integrated fan |
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| Ambient temperature during: Operation | -10 … 50 °C (14 … 122 °F) |
| Ambient temperature during: Transport | Better than class 3K3, in acc. with EN 60721-3-3: 2002, without derating -40 … 70 °C (-40 … 158 °F) |
| Ambient temperature during: Storage | Class 2K4, in acc. with EN 60721-3-2: 1997, in transport packaging -25 … 55 °C (-13 … 131 °F) Class 1K4, in acc. with EN 60721-3-1: 1997, in product packaging |
| Relative humidity during: Max. operation | 95 % RH, condensation not permitted |
| Transport, max. | 95 % |
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| Bearing, max. | at 40 °C (104 °F) 95 % |
| Standard digital inputs: Number | 5 of which 2 for F-DI |
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| Fail-safe digital inputs: Number | 1 |
| Mounting position | vertical wall mounting |
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| Degree of protection | IP20 / UL open type |
| Frame size | FSC |
| Line side: Version | push-in spring-type terminals |
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| Motor end: Version | push-in spring-type terminals |
| DC link (for braking resistor): Version | push-in spring-type terminals |
| PE connection: Version | M5 screw studs |
| Compliance with standards | CE, cULus, RCM, UKCA |
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| CE marking | Low-voltage directive 2006/95/EC |
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| Shipping weight | 5.3 kg |
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| 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 6SL5310-1BE13-5DF0 is 9.0 A.
The rated operational voltage of 6SL5310-1BE13-5DF0 is 200–480 V AC.
The rated motor power of 6SL5310-1BE13-5DF0 is 3.50 kW.
The tariff (HS) code on file for 6SL5310-1BE13-5DF0 is 85044095.
The EAN (GTIN) of 6SL5310-1BE13-5DF0 is 4034106441272.
6SL5310-1BE13-5DF0 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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