AX5190-0000-0200 by Beckhoff

The AX5190-0000-0200 is a single-axis servo inverter manufactured by Beckhoff within the AX Digital Servo Drives series. It converts a three-phase mains supply into controlled output for high-power synchronous or induction motors used in packaging machines, test rigs, and other automated stations. By combining motor control, protection, and field communication in one housing, the unit simplifies cabinet layout while allowing deterministic motion through Beckhoff's TwinCAT environment.

The drive contains one channel and buffers regenerated energy with a 1060 µF DC link capacitor. During operation, the internal link may rise to 875 VDC, so incoming supplies and connected motors must be rated accordingly. Continuous torque delivery is supported by a rated output current of 90 A, while transient moves can draw up to 180 A for short intervals without exceeding the semiconductor limits. At a 400 V mains voltage, the converter can supply an apparent power of 62 kVA, providing headroom for motors that demand high magnetizing current. Thermal modeling predicts a steady power loss of 1300 W, which must be considered when sizing cabinet ventilation. The drive follows the IEC 61800-7-204 profile for cyclic synchronous operation, enabling standardized parameter access. It requires an external braking resistor with a resistance of at least 10 ? to dissipate surplus energy during rapid deceleration.

The housing has a width of 280 mm, a height of 540 mm, and a depth of 253 mm, allowing it to fit alongside matching supply modules on a panel with a depth of 600 mm. If kinetic energy exceeds the capacity of the internal chopper, the dedicated output can handle up to 67 kW of braking power when connected to a properly sized external resistor. Real-time networking is provided through EtherCAT, allowing position data and diagnostic information to travel over the same industrial network as the rest of the Beckhoff I/O system.