Variable-frequency drives, inverters, motor controllers, and accessories
Category hub / Drives / VFD
Drives and VFD references - diagnose the recovery path
A variable-frequency drive cannot be evaluated as an isolated box. Motor data, supply conditions, load, braking, parameters, and the machine duty all affect the next decision. This hub organizes those questions while the catalog has no reviewed drive reference ready for publication.
Catalogue references
525 catalogue references
525 catalogue references.
| Rank | Reference | Manufacturer | Type | System role | Evidence | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 201 | 6SL3352-1AG41-3FA1 | Not stated | Not stated | Handles high-current DC-link power in the SINAMICS drive power stage. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 202 | 6SL3353-1AG41-2FA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Converts high-current three-phase line power in the SINAMICS Smart Line Module stage. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 203 | 6SL3362-0AF01-0AA1 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies forced-air cooling to the SINAMICS or MICROMASTER PX drive and power module. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 204 | 6SL3362-0AF01-0AA2 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies forced-air cooling to the SINAMICS or MICROMASTER PX drive and power module. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 205 | 6SL3362-0AG00-0AA1 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies internal cooling air to the documented SINAMICS G120 or MICROMASTER PX module. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 206 | 6SL3420-1TE15-0AA1 | Not stated | Not stated | Drives one connected motor axis as a SINAMICS S120 power stage. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 207 | 6SL3420-2te11-7AA1 | Not stated | Not stated | Drives two connected motor axes as a SINAMICS S120 power stage. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 208 | 6SL3525-0PE27-5AA1 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls speed and torque by supplying variable-frequency power to an asynchronous motor. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 209 | 6SL3544-0FA20-1FA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls the connected SINAMICS G120D drive through its PROFINET and control interfaces. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 210 | 6SL3544-0FB20-1FA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls a distributed SINAMICS G120D motor drive and provides the documented PROFINET and STO functions. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 211 | 6SL3760-0DD00-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Isolates the high-current power path in the SINAMICS S120 cabinet module. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 212 | 6SL3760-0MB00-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Protects the SINAMICS S120 line module by filtering its line-side power. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 213 | 6SL3760-0MC00-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Protects the SINAMICS S120 line module by filtering its line-side power. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 214 | 6SL3912-5AP34-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Switches high-power electrical energy in the documented water-cooled medium-voltage drive stage. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 215 | 6SL3955-0TX00-1AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls thyristor gate triggering in the documented high-voltage power-conversion stage. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 216 | 6SL3995-6AX00-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Routes the documented adapter interface for a SINAMICS power stack and its converter-specific service path. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 217 | 6SL5130-6UE21-6AC0 | Not stated | Not stated | Converts three-phase line power into the SINAMICS S220 DC-link supply for downstream drive modules. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 218 | 6SN1111-0AA00-0BC0 | Not stated | Not stated | Converts incoming supply voltage for the matched SIMODRIVE 611 equipment. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 219 | 6SN1111-0AA00-0CA0 | Not stated | Not stated | This line reactor sits in the incoming power path ahead of SIMODRIVE 611 drive electronics. It conditions the drive input before the power stage supplies the connected CNC motor axes. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 220 | 6SN1111-0AA00-0CA1 | Not stated | Not stated | This line reactor sits in the incoming power path before the SIMODRIVE 611 HF power electronics. It conditions current for the drive system that supplies the connected motor axes. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 221 | 6SN1111-0AA01-2BA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls mains-side filtering for the SIMODRIVE 611 supply. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 222 | 6SN1112-1AC01-0AA1 | Not stated | Not stated | Monitors drive readiness, group fault signals, and enable conditions in a SIMODRIVE 611 infeed assembly. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 223 | 6SN1113-1AB01-0BA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Protects the drive DC link by routing braking energy to the pulse-resistor stage. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 224 | 6SN1118-0DG11-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls one digital feed or main-spindle axis in the SIMODRIVE 611-D drive. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 225 | 6SN1118-0DK23-0AA2 | Not stated | Not stated | This two-axis closed-loop control module sits between the SINUMERIK CNC controller and the SIMODRIVE 611 power modules. It uses encoder feedback to regulate connected AC servo or spindle motor axes. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 226 | 6SN1118-0DM11-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls two digital feed or main-spindle axes in the SIMODRIVE 611-D drive. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 227 | 6SN1118-0DM13-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls two digital feed or main-spindle axes in the SIMODRIVE 611-D drive. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 228 | 6sn1118-0dm21-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls closed-loop motion axes within a SIMODRIVE 611-D drive system. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 229 | 6sn1118-0dm23-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls closed-loop motion axes within a SIMODRIVE 611-D drive system using the documented direct measuring system configuration. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 230 | 6SN1118-0DM33-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls two axes in a SIMODRIVE 611 digital high-standard drive system. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 231 | 6SN1118-0NH00-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls up to two axes in the SIMODRIVE 611 universal drive system. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 232 | 6SN1118-0NH00-0AA2 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls up to two axes in the SIMODRIVE 611 universal drive system. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 233 | 6SN1118-1NK01-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | This two-axis closed-loop control unit sits in the CNC motion-control layer between the CNC controller and the SIMODRIVE power stage. It uses feedback to regulate connected servo or spindle axes and supports the documented positioning function. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 234 | 6SN1122-0BA11-0AA1 | Not stated | Not stated | Controls the induction-motor drive loop in a SIMODRIVE 611-A universal system. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 235 | 6SN1123-1AA00-0HA2 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies drive power to the SIMODRIVE 611 axis section. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 236 | 6SN1123-1AA00-0KA1 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies drive power to the SIMODRIVE 611 axis section. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 237 | 6sn1123-1ab00-0ba1 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies controlled drive power for two axes within a SIMODRIVE 611 installation. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 238 | 6SN1123-1AB00-0BA2 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies drive power to the SIMODRIVE 611 axis section. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 239 | 6SN1123-1AB00-0CA3 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies drive power to the SIMODRIVE 611 axis section. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 240 | 6SN1145-1AA01-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies the SIMODRIVE 611 drive line-up from the incoming electrical supply. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 241 | 6SN1145-1BA00-0BA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies the SIMODRIVE 611 drive line-up from the incoming electrical supply. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 242 | 6SN1145-1BA00-0CA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies the SIMODRIVE 611 drive line-up from the incoming electrical supply. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 243 | 6SN1145-1BA00-0DA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies the SIMODRIVE 611 drive line-up from the incoming electrical supply. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 244 | 6sn1145-1ba01-0da0 | Not stated | Not stated | Regulates the SIMODRIVE 611 system's incoming power and regenerative energy path. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 245 | 6SN1145-1BB00-0DA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies the SIMODRIVE 611 drive line-up from the incoming electrical supply. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 246 | 6SN1145-1BB00-0DA1 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies the SIMODRIVE 611 drive line-up from the incoming electrical supply. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 247 | 6SN1146-1AB00-0BA1 | Not stated | Not stated | Supplies the SIMODRIVE 611 drive line-up from the incoming electrical supply. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 248 | 6SN1162-0BA02-0AA1 | Not stated | Not stated | Regulates airflow around the mounted SIMODRIVE 611 module. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 249 | 6SN1162-1AA00-0AA0 | Not stated | Not stated | Receives a compatible SIMODRIVE 611 plug-in module. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
| 250 | 6SX7010-0KC00 | Not stated | Not stated | Receives the EB2 expansion-board role inside the SIMOVERT MASTERDRIVES unit. | Individual research | PUBLISHED | Open reference |
What this category covers
Nameplate identity, sizing evidence, parameter backups, and fault context
Repair, exchange, sourcing, and replacement decisions with explicit uncertainty
Integration status: 18 catalogue identities integrated; identity pages are indexable and optional evidence is omitted when unavailable
Choose a recovery path
Editorial queue
9 draft / 1 published
Published guides passed the shared evidence evaluator. Draft entries remain noindex until their body, sources, review window, provenance, and category path pass the same gates.
| Intent | Question | Summary | Source notes | Integration | Preview |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| How to read a VFD nameplate | Which drive nameplate fields matter first? | Explain the reference, input, output, overload, and enclosure details to capture at intake. | docs/data/v1-guide-publication-review.md; Rockwell PowerFlex 4 manual cited by the guide (22A-UM001): https://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/um/22a-um001_-en-e.pdf; Rockwell PowerFlex 400 manual for the guide's 22C example (22C-UM001): https://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/um/22c-um001_-en-e.pdf; Lenze 8200 vector product page: https://www.lenze.com/en-de/products/inverters/previous-products-inverters/8200-vector/; ABB ACS580-01-09A5-4 product record: https://new.abb.com/products/3BBR50000038952P01/acs580-01-09a5-4; ABB ACS580-01 hardware manual Rev G: https://library.e.abb.com/public/1b3a01901abd4dbbb03586df4e3e6650/3AXD50000044794_en_1_G_ACS580-01%20drives%200.75%20to%20250%20kW%2C%201.0%20to%20350%20hp%20hardware%20manual%20for%20frames%20R1-R9.pdf; Rockwell PowerFlex 400 firmware release notes: https://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/rn/22c-rn001_-en-e.pdf; ABB ACS580 firmware manual Rev E: https://library.e.abb.com/public/e61bd38148024a94947662a2002d3a37/EN_ACS580_standard_control_program_FW_E_A5.pdf | PUBLISHED - INDEXABLE | Open published guide |
| Drive fault or motor fault: what to record | How can an intake separate drive and motor symptoms? | Create a symptom boundary without pretending a remote diagnosis is complete. | docs/product/comparison-and-recovery-model.md; Qualified technical evidence required | DRAFT - NOT INDEXABLE | Open draft |
| What to compare when sizing a replacement drive | Which ratings must match before a drive replacement? | A comparison checklist for supply, motor, overload, control, braking, and cabinet constraints. | docs/product/comparison-and-recovery-model.md; Manufacturer documentation required before publication | DRAFT - NOT INDEXABLE | Open draft |
| Why a drive parameter backup matters | What configuration evidence should be saved before a drive swap? | Describe the value and limits of parameter files, photos, and machine documentation. | /how-it-works/#request-checklist; Technical evidence required | DRAFT - NOT INDEXABLE | Open draft |
| What to do with an obsolete drive reference | Which recovery paths exist when a VFD is obsolete? | Separate verified successor research from repair, exchange, and safe machine changes. | docs/data/data-management.md; Current manufacturer status required | DRAFT - NOT INDEXABLE | Open draft |
| Drive repair or exchange: the intake decision | What makes a drive suitable for repair or exchange review? | Define the evidence needed for a partner to assess a failed drive. | docs/product/comparison-and-recovery-model.md; Repair capability evidence required | DRAFT - NOT INDEXABLE | Open draft |
| Braking resistor evidence for a drive request | Why should braking details be included with a drive reference? | Keep braking, load, and fault context visible when reviewing a recovery option. | /how-it-works/#request-checklist; Qualified technical evidence required | DRAFT - NOT INDEXABLE | Open draft |
| Drive environment checks before a replacement | Which cabinet conditions can change a drive recommendation? | Cover heat, dust, moisture, clearance, wiring, and duty evidence for an honest request. | docs/product/comparison-and-recovery-model.md; Technical evidence required | DRAFT - NOT INDEXABLE | Open draft |
| Drive offer versus verified stock | How should a drive availability claim be documented? | Distinguish a supplier lead, a current stock check, and a reviewed public reference. | docs/data/catalog-database-status.md; Current source check required | DRAFT - NOT INDEXABLE | Open draft |
| Drive reference aliases and suffixes | What can a drive reference suffix change? | Track formatting and suffix variants as leads that still need source evidence. | docs/data/data-model.md; Source evidence required | DRAFT - NOT INDEXABLE | Open draft |
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