Description
The Siemens 6SL3130-7TE23-6AA3 is a SINAMICS S120 Active Line Module (ALM) used in Siemens high-performance servo and motion control systems. It converts incoming 3-phase AC power into a regulated DC link voltage and enables regenerative energy feedback to the power grid.
🔧 Basic Identification
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Siemens |
| Product Series | SINAMICS S120 |
| Part Number | 6SL3130-7TE23-6AA3 |
| Product Type | Active Line Module (ALM) |
| Frame Size | Booksize |
| Input Voltage | 3-phase 380–480 V AC |
| Output Voltage | 600 V DC |
| Rated Current | 60 A |
| Rated Power | 36 kW |
| Cooling Method | Internal air cooling |
| Communication | DRIVE-CLiQ |
📌 Siemens officially describes this unit as:
“SINAMICS S120 Active Line Module, input 3AC 380–480V, output DC 600V, 60A, 36kW, Booksize, internal air cooling.”
⚙️ Main Functions
The 6SL3130-7TE23-6AA3 is designed to:
- Convert 3-phase AC power into a regulated DC bus
- Supply DC link power to SINAMICS S120 Motor Modules
- Return braking energy back to the mains supply
- Maintain stable DC bus voltage during load changes
- Improve power factor and reduce harmonics
- Support high-dynamic multi-axis motion systems
Unlike conventional rectifier modules, the Active Line Module uses an active IGBT front-end that allows bidirectional power flow.
📋 Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Input Supply | 3 AC 380–480 V |
| Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Rated Power | 36 kW |
| Output Voltage | 600 V DC |
| DC Link Current | 60 A |
| Frame Size | Booksize |
| Cooling | Internal air cooling |
| Communication Interface | DRIVE-CLiQ |
| Protection Class | IP20 |
| Weight | Approx. 10–11 kg |
Technical specifications are listed in Siemens product catalogs and distributor documentation.
🧠 System Role
In a SINAMICS S120 architecture:
Control Unit (CU)
→ controls
Active Line Module (6SL3130-7TE23-6AA3)
→ supplies DC bus power to
Motor Modules
→ drive
servo motors
The Active Line Module acts as the central power infeed and energy regeneration unit for the drive system.
🔋 Advantages of Active Line Technology
- Regenerative braking energy returned to the power grid
- Reduced heat generation compared with braking resistors
- Near-unity power factor
- Stable DC link voltage
- Lower harmonic distortion
- Higher energy efficiency in dynamic servo applications
These advantages make Active Line Modules common in CNC machines, robotics, and coordinated motion systems.
🏭 Typical Applications
- CNC machine tools
- Robotics systems
- Packaging machinery
- Printing and converting equipment
- Material handling systems
- Multi-axis industrial automation
- SINUMERIK and SIMOTION motion control systems
🔍 Difference Between 6SL3130-7TE21-6AA4 and 6SL3130-7TE23-6AA3
| Model | Rated Current | Rated Power |
|---|---|---|
| 6SL3130-7TE21-6AA4 | 27 A | 16 kW |
| 6SL3130-7TE23-6AA3 | 60 A | 36 kW |
The 6SL3130-7TE23-6AA3 is the significantly higher-capacity version, intended for larger multi-axis drive systems.
🧾 Short Website Description
The Siemens 6SL3130-7TE23-6AA3 is a SINAMICS S120 Active Line Module rated at 36 kW and 60 A, designed for advanced multi-axis servo drive systems. It converts 3-phase AC input into a regulated 600 V DC bus while enabling regenerative energy feedback to the mains, making it ideal for CNC machines, robotics, and high-performance industrial automation applications.