AX5106-0000-0200 by Beckhoff

The AX5106-0000-0200 is a single-axis servo drive produced by Beckhoff within the AX Digital Servo Drives series. It interfaces between a 400 V AC supply and synchronous or induction motors in automated machinery, converting fixed mains into regulated three-phase output that governs torque, speed, and position loops. By housing the power section, DC link, and control electronics in one enclosure, the unit simplifies panel wiring and supports centralized or distributed motion architectures on the EtherCAT-based platform favored in Beckhoff automation. The drive is intended for conveyors, packaging stations, and handling modules that require precise dynamic response.

At a 400 V supply the drive can deliver an apparent power of 4.2 kVA. When connected to a three-phase motor it supplies a nominal current of 6 A, while single-phase operation is limited to 4.5 A. For rapid acceleration it can source a peak output of 13 A for short intervals. The internal DC link is stabilized by 235 µF of capacitance and its voltage may rise up to 875 VDC during regeneration. A dedicated 1 A sensor supply powers encoders without an external supply. With switching and control losses combined, the inverter dissipates 85 W as heat under rated load, a factor to consider when sizing cabinet ventilation.

Dynamic braking energy can be absorbed internally at 150 W continuous and up to 14 kW for short bursts; external resistors extend this ceiling to 15 kW. Any supplementary resistor must present at least 47 ? to remain within the drive's chopper limits. The electronics are protected to the IP20 rating, so the unit is intended for closed control cabinets. Mechanically, the housing measures 185 mm in width, 232 mm in depth, and 317.70 mm in height, dimensions that permit side-by-side mounting with other AX modules to share a common DC bus. These clearances also leave airflow channels between adjacent drives.