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 6SL5510-1BE15-0AA0 is a SINAMICS S200 servo drive with pulse train input (PTI), rated 5.00 kW on a 3AC 380-480V supply and delivering a 12.6 A rated output current (IN) with a 38.8 A max. output current. It is built in frame size D (95x260x230 mm) with IP20/UL open protection.
PTI (pulse train input) means this drive takes its position reference directly as a step/direction or A/B pulse train, not over PROFINET, so it fits control cabinets built around a motion controller that only outputs pulse commands. The 12.6 A rated output current against a 38.8 A max. output current gives roughly 3x short-term headroom for acceleration and load spikes on the 5.00 kW motor. Operation is rated to 55 C, but the drive derates above 45 C, so cabinet cooling should be sized to keep ambient at or below 45 C where continuous full-load operation is expected. IP20/UL open protection means it is for enclosed cabinet mounting only.
Retrofitting or building single-axis positioning stations, such as indexing tables or pick-and-place axes, where the existing motion controller issues step/direction pulses and a full PROFINET fieldbus upgrade is not part of the project scope.
| Part number | 6SL5510-1BE15-0AA0 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Siemens |
| Condition | New, factory sealed |
| Source | Siemens and its authorised distributors |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
| EAN | 4034106445874 |
| Rated current | 12.6 A |
|---|---|
| Rated operational voltage | 380–480 V AC |
| Motor power | 5.00 kW |
| Communication | Pulse train input (PTI) |
| Protection type | IP20 |
| Shipping weight | 5.02 kg |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Panel |
| HS code | 85044095 |
|---|---|
| Ships from | Türkiye |
| Dispatch | 16 Nov |
| Stock | Low stock |
| Series | SINAMICS S200 |
|---|---|
| Number of phases | 3 AC |
| Line voltage | 380 ... 480 V +10% -% |
| Line frequency | 45 ... 66 Hz |
| Rated current, 3 phases | 13.0 A |
| Inrush current | 3.0 A |
| Max. output current | 38.8 A |
| Pulse frequency | 8 kHz |
| Output frequency | 0 ... 550 Hz |
| 24V electronics supply voltage | 20.4 ... 28.8 V |
| Current demand, max. | 0.7 A |
| Installation altitude | 1,000 m (3,281.00 ft) |
| Operation temperature | 0 ... 55 C (32 ... 131 F) |
| Max. without power reduction | 45 C |
| Transport temperature | -40 ... 70 C (-40 ... 158 F) |
| Storage temperature | -40 ... 70 C (-40 ... 158 F) |
| Max. operation humidity | 95% |
| Degree of protection | IP20 / UL open |
| Net weight | 4.52 kg |
From the manufacturer description; the values above take precedence.
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Ask us for the datasheetThe rated current of 6SL5510-1BE15-0AA0 is 12.6 A.
The rated operational voltage of 6SL5510-1BE15-0AA0 is 380–480 V AC.
The rated motor power of 6SL5510-1BE15-0AA0 is 5.00 kW.
The tariff (HS) code on file for 6SL5510-1BE15-0AA0 is 85044095.
The EAN (GTIN) of 6SL5510-1BE15-0AA0 is 4034106445874.
6SL5510-1BE15-0AA0 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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