SINAMICS S120: The flexible, high-performance drive system

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SINAMICS

SINAMICS is the new drive family from Siemens for

innovative drive solutions that are fit for the future:

• Wide range of power ratings from

0.12 kW – 100 MW (0.16 – 136000 HP)

• Both in low-voltage as well as in medium-voltage

versions

• Uniform, integrated functionality due to the

common hardware and software platform

• One common engineering system for all drives

using just two tools: SIZER for engineering and

STARTER for parameterization and commissioning

• High degree of flexibility and the ability to be

freely combined

The SINAMICS family offers the optimum drive for

each and every drive application – and all of the

drives can be engineered, parameterized, commis-

sioned and operated in the same way with the

same look & feel.

SINAMICS – the new drive family

Innovative and fit for the future:SINAMICS – the optimum drive for every task

V/f control

Production machines, e.g. packaging, textile and printing machines, paper-processing

machines, plastics machines, machine tools, plant and process lines

0.12 to 3 kW

Pumps, fans,conveyor belts

SIZER – for simple planning and configuring STARTER – For fast commissioning, optimization and diagnostics

Common engineering tools

V/f control/Vector control/Servo control

0.12 to 4500 kW 75 to 1200 kW

Test bays,cross-cutters,centrifuges

V/f control/Vector control

Pumps, fans, compressors, mixers, extruders, mills, rolling mills,

hoists

0.8 to 100 MW

SINAMICS GM150/SM150/GL150

For applications with high outputs

SINAMICS S150SINAMICS S120SINAMICS G110

For basic applications

Low voltage

For advanced applications

Medium voltage

V/f control/Vector control

0.37 to 90 kW 0.75 to 7.5 kW 75 to 1500 kW

Pumps, fans, conveyor belts, compressors, mixers, mills, extruders

SINAMICS G130/G150SINAMICS G120 SINAMICS G120D

For higher-performance applications

The best perspectives for a productive future:the SINAMICS S120 drive system

High degree of flexibility for successful machineconceptsAs a member of the new SINAMICS drive family, theSINAMICS S120® drive is part of the modular drivesystem for high-performance applications in machineryand plant construction. SINAMICS S120 offers high-per-formance single- and multi-axis drives for an extremelywide range of industrial applications.

Through its scalability and flexibility, SINAMICS S120perfectly fulfills the growing requirements relating tothe number of axes and performance. SINAMICS S120allows flexible machine concepts to be created, whichcan be used to quickly implement specific customerrequirements.

The response to increasing demandsToday, machines must be able to be manufactured morecost-effectively and at the same time they should offeroperating companies increasingly higher levels of pro-ductivity. The SINAMICS S120 drive concept fulfills bothof these tasks! Engineering times are shortened due tothe fact that it can be engineered in a user-friendly fash-ion. Its high dynamic performance and accuracy permitshigher cyclic machine rates for a maximum degree ofproductivity. Not only this, its simple handling and main-tenance increases the availability and reduces the lifecycle costs. When considering everything: SINAMICS S120increases the competitiveness of both machine manu-facturers and operating companies.

Applications in machine and plant constructionSINAMICS S120 means increased machine performancein many sectors – whether continuous material webs orcyclic and high-dynamic processes, for instance in:

• Packaging machines• Plastics machines• Textile machines• Printing machines• Paper machines• Handling and assembly systems• Machine tools• Rolling mills• Test stands

Modularity for machine constructionSINAMICS S120 allows power and control performanceto be freely combined. Multi-axis drive solutions withhigher-level motion control can be implemented usingthe modular SINAMICS S120 drive system just the sameas solutions involving single-motor drives. This meansthat the machines can be designed to be fully modulartherefore addressing the growing number of differentversions. Where modules or individual components areto be combined or innovated, SINAMICS S120 guaran-tees the perfect compatibility between all of the systemcomponents, all without any major engineering costs.

SINAMICS S120 – versions

Modular drive system for sophisticated single-/multi-axis applications

Blocksize Chassis Booksize Chassis Cabinet Modules

AC/AC drive units DC/AC drive units

for single-axis applications for multi-axis applications

SINAMICS S120 for high-performance single- and multi-axis applications:the response to many questions

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The modular system for high-performance applicationsThe innovative SINAMICS S120 hardware and soft-ware concept tackles sophisticated drive tasks inindustrial applications with a power range extendingfrom 0.12 through to 4500 kW (0.16 – 6000 HP):

SINAMICS S120 offers high-performance single AC/AC drives in the following versions:

• Blocksize• Chassis

as well as coordinated DC/AC drives for multi-axisapplications in the following versions:

• Booksize• Chassis• Cabinet Modules

Distributed drive concept with individual AC/AC drives

Multi-axis applications with central DC/AC drive concept

Control (e.g. SIMATIC)

Motor

Motor

DRIVE-CLiQ

Centralcontrol module

(Control Unit)SINAMICS S120 DC/AC Drivewith CU 320

DRIVE-CLiQ

3-ph.1-ph. 230 V /3-ph. 400 V AC

Motor Motor

DRIVE-CLiQ DRIVE-CLiQ

SINAMICS S120 AC Drive with CU 310

Control (e.g. SIMATIC)

PROFIBUS

PROFINET

SINAMICS S120AC Drive

with CU 310

PROFIBUS PROFINET

1-ph. 230 V /3-ph. 400 V AC

Increased flexibility with central control intelligenceFor SINAMICS S120, the drive intelligence is combinedtogether with the control functions in Control Units(CU), which handle both vector and servo control aswell as V/f control. For all drive axes, they also handlethe speed and torque control as well as additionalintelligent drive functions.

Performance can be freely selected for vector and servo controlsSINAMICS S120 vector control is recommended fordrive solutions involving continuous material webs –for instance, wire drawing, foil making and papermachines – as well as for hoisting gear, centrifuges andmarine drives with harmonious, rotary motion.

Servo control with SINAMICS S120 is used for cyclicprocesses with precise and at the same time highlydynamic time position control using servomotors. Forinstance, in textile, packaging, printing and machinetools.

SINAMICS S120 • AC/AC single-axis and DC/AC multi-axis drive units

• Power range: 0.12 – 4500 kW (0.16 – 6000 HP)

• Line supply voltages 230 V, 380 – 480 V and

660 – 690 V (50/60 Hz)

• Servo, vector control, V/f control

• Induction and synchronous motors

SINAMICS S120 – functions forincreased efficiency• Basis functions: Speed and torque control, positioning

functions

• Intelligent starting functions for automatic restart

after a power interruption

• BICO technology with interconnection to drive-related

IOs and

• Graphic configuring with free blocks using DCC to

adapt the drive system in a user-friendly fashion to the

machine environment

• Integrated safety functions to cost-effectively imple-

ment safety concepts

• Controlled infeed / regenerative feedback to avoid unde-

sirable harmonics fed back into the line supply, regenera-

tive feedback when braking and for an increased degree of

ruggedness with respect to line supply fluctuations

Faster to the machine:Extremely simple engineering and commissioning

Made easy:engineering and handling

• Drives are quickly and reliably engineered using the

SIZER engineering tool

• All of the drive components can be simply connected

to one another using prefabricated DRIVE-CLiQ cables

• The drive configuration is automatically parameter-

ized through the electronic rating plates

• Drives are commissioned in a user-friendly fashion

using the STARTER commissioning tool

Speeds up commissioning: STARTER toolSINAMICS drive systems are also quickly commis-sioned: Using STARTER – the standard commissioningtool for all of the drives in the SINAMICS family. Thetechnician can even configure complex systems in anextremely short period of time without any special sys-tem know-how; drives can be easily optimized at anytime. STARTER is available in three versions: as stand-alone version, integrated in Drive ES for applicationswith SIMATIC or integrated in SCOUT for applicationswith SIMOTION.

Fast and automatic: electronic rating plateThe electronic rating plates used in every componentare an important requirement when it comes to digitallyinterlinking the SINAMICS S120 drive system. Theseelectronic rating plates allow all of the drive componentsto be automatically identified through the DRIVE-CLiQconnection. This means that data does not have to bemanually entered while commissioning the system, orwhen replacing components – commissioning becomeseven more reliable! For instance, parameters of theelectrical equivalent circuit diagram and the characteris-tic values of the integrated motor encoder are saved inthe electronic motor rating plates. Information such asordering and identification numbers are also included.

Cost-effective with system-based flexibilityThe increasing complexity of automation tasks isdemanding drives that can be simply integrated intoautomation solutions with low associated engineer-ing costs. The SINAMICS family of drives addressesthe potential to reduce costs – from single-motordrives and drive converters with low power ratingsthrough servo and vector drives up to drives in thehighest power range. SINAMICS covers the completerange of power ratings with a unique, unified philos-ophy and operator navigation! This means – simpleentry into the system and once know-how and expe-rience has been gained, this can be directly trans-ferred to other applications. For instance, using thetools for engineering, configuring and commission-ing that are applicable across the complete range ofSINAMICS drives.

The optimum configuration is quickly and reliably found: SIZER engineering toolWith SINAMICS, a drive system is engineered soquickly and reliably as never before. The reason forthis is that the SIZER engineering tool includes all of the components that can be used to create a drive system. Not only this, it allows users to designthe widest range of drive systems simply and in afocused fashion – no matter whether it involvesbasic single-motor drives or complex multi-axisapplications.

SIZER is easy to learn as the tool can be intuitivelyused through the graphical user interface. Once youhave learned how to use SIZER, you can use it toquickly engineer each and every SINAMICS drivesystem. SIZER allows manufacturing costs to bereduced as a result of accelerated engineering.

STARTER tool

SIZER tool

SINAMICS S120 DC/AC drive units:perfect for multi-axis applications

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PROFIBUS

PROFINET

Power modules (Motor Modules)

Terminal modules(digital and analog I/O)

DRIVE-CLiQ

Central control module(Control Unit)

Infeed (Line Module)

Motor

Motor

DRIVE-CLiQ 3-ph.

Modular design using the digital DRIVE-CLiQ system interface

SINAMICS S120 DC/AC drive units formulti-axis applications

The modular drive configuration for multi-axis applications

consists of:

• One Control Unit with the complete drive intelligence

(including interface to the higher-level controls or HMI

devices)

• One Line Module for the central power infeed

• One or several Motor Modules to control the power

• Simple, straightforward cabling using DRIVE-CLiQ

• All interfaces communicate through pre-fabricated cables

• Drive components are detected using electronic rating

plates

Flexibility and scalability through modular designDC/AC drive units distinguish themselves due to their mod-ular design. The complete drive intelligence is provided inthe Control Units (CU), which handle all of the control func-tions in the drive group. Further, they execute all additionaldrive functions – e. g. logically interlocking drive-related I/Os,positioning functions, etc. – and have either PROFIBUS DP or PROFINET as central interface to couple to higher-levelautomation systems. SIMOTION D or SINUMERIK 840D sl as special control units can be used for motion control andNC applications.

Line Modules feed the energy centrally into the DC link. LineModules with regulated infeed/regenerative feedback canoptionally ensure a constant DC link voltage and a highdegree of compatibility with the line supply.

Motor Modules supply motors with power from the DC link.Double-axis modules allow an especially compact design tobe achieved. Drive-related inputs/outputs can be expandedin a scalable fashion using terminal modules.

Flexible cooling solutionsSINAMICS S120 chassis drive units are available both in air-cooled as well as liquid-cooled versions. The liquid-cooledversion is ideal for dusty, salt-laden or aggressive ambientair and represents a cost-saving alternative with low oper-ating costs. It allows hermetically sealed cabinet solutionsto be implemented with a footprint that is up to 60 %smaller. Drive units with coldplate cooling allow heat to bedissipated through the rear of the units to the mounting sur-face. Double-axis modules in the Booksize version are espe-cially suitable for achieving compact drive arrangements.

Digital DRIVE-CLiQ interface:lower wiring costsSeamless component communications are a pre-requisite for a modular, state-of-the-art drive sys-tem architecture. As the standard digital interfacebetween all of the SINAMICS S120 drive com-ponents, the simple, plug-in DRIVE-CLiQ cablereduces the time required.

• The DRIVE-CLiQ serial interface connects all ofthe components including motors and encoders

• Drive-related I/Os and encoder systems integrat-ed in the motor are connected

• A 24 V power supply is integrated in the encod-er cable, standard cable and connector systems

• Standard cable and connector systems reducethe variety of parts, inventory costs and commis-sioning costs

All sizes and types can be freely combinedThrough the DRIVE-CLiQ interface, the variousSINAMICS S120 versions can be combined asrequired. For instance, Line Modules in the chassisversion with Motor Modules in the Booksize version for multi-axis applications with a hightotal power.

Booksize units from 1.6 to 107 kW (2 to 145 HP) Chassis units from 75 to 1200 kW (100 to 1600 HP)

3-ph.

ControlUnit

SINAMICS S120 Booksize

SINAMICS S120 Chassis

DRIVE-CLiQ

All of the sizes and types can be mixed, e. g. Booksize and Chassis units

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SINAMICS S120 AC Drives:the solution for single-axis applications

For SINAMICS S120 AC Drives, the infeed and motorpower supplies are combined in just one unit – the so-called Power Module. For single-axis applications, a special Control Unit (CU 310) mounted on the PowerModule handles the drive control. For multi-axis applica-tion, this is handled using a Control Unit (e. g. CU 320),coupled through DRIVE-CLiQ. In this case, instead ofthe Control Unit, a CU adapter is mounted on thePower Modules. SINAMICS S120 AC drives are suitablefor single-axis applications in all industry sectors – forinstance, traversing drives, centrifuges, elevators andextruders as well as mixers and kneaders. For applica-tions, where the drive axes are separated from oneanother over a considerable distance, SINAMICS S120AC Drives are the ideal solution. The same is true formodular machine concepts, which are being increas-ingly implemented in the packaging and woodworkingindustries.

SINAMICS S120 AC Drives, coupled to a higher-levelcontrol in a distributed topology through PROFIBUS DPor PROFINET, can be used, for example, for positioningtasks in automatic assembly equipment and handlingsystems.

SINAMICS S120 AC Drives

• The SINAMICS S120 AC Drive comprises a Control Unit and

a Power Module

• For individual applications with a dedicated Control Unit

• To extend multi-axis groups using a CU adapter

SINAMICS S120 AC Drive

1-ph. 230 V /3-ph. 400 V AC

1-ph. 230 V /3-ph. 400 V AC

Motor Motor

DRIVE-CLiQ DRIVE-CLiQ

SINAMICS S120 AC Drivewith CU 310

Control (e.g. SIMATIC)

PROFIBUS

PROFINET

SINAMICS S120AC Drive

with CU 310

Blocksize drive units from 0.25 to 90 kW (0.34 to 120 HP)

Connection to the control: CU 310 Control UnitAC Drives have a CU 310 Control Unit to link themto the higher-level control. They offer a functionalscope extending from a basic speed controllerthrough extensive positioning functions.

Either CU 310 DP with a PROFIBUS DP connectionor CU 310 PN with an integrated PROFINET portcan be selected. Drive-related inputs/outputs canbe simply connected to the CU using BICO technol-ogy. This means that there is the highest possibledecoupling between the drive and the higher-levelcontrol.

Drive-related I/Os and encoders are connected sim-ply through the DRIVE-CLiQ interface.

CUA 31 Control Unit Adapter for multi-axisapplications with SINAMICS S120 ACThe drive is coupled to a CU 320 Control Unit viathe CUA 31 CU Adapter and DRIVE-CLiQ interface.The CU 320 then handles the drive functions forthe AC Drive. SIMOTION D modules can be usedas a Control Unit for motion control applicationsthat go beyond positioning tasks. SINAMICS S120AC Drives can also be operated together withSINAMICS S120 multi-axis drive units. This pro-vides the highest degree of flexibility when usingSINAMICS S120 drive units.

DRIVE-CLiQ

SINAMICS S120 mixed group with DRIVE-CLiQ adapter

SINAMICS S120 AC Drive

Motor

Motor

Control (e.g. SIMATIC)

CU 320

PROFIBUS

Single-axis applications can also be implemented by mixing Booksize and Blocksize modules.

Control Unit CU 310 (left), CU Adapter CUA 31 (right)

For even more safety:Integrated functions for SINAMICS S120

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Safety Integrated – functions to simply implementsafety conceptsSINAMICS S120 drive systems have extensive safetyfunctions. They allow innovative safety concepts to besimply realized in conformance with the appropriatestandards. “Safe Torque Off”, “Safe Stop 1” and “SafeBrake Control” are included on board as basic safetyfunctions. When selected, e. g. in a dangerous situation,all three functions disconnect the energy feed to themotor in a safety-relevant fashion.

The extended safety functions ”Safe Operating Stop“, ”Safe Stop 2“, ”Safety-LimitedSpeed“ and ”Safe Speed Monitor“ permit the drive to bereliably monitored in operation or when exceptional situations temporarily occur – such as when equippingmachines or when service work is being carried out. Theclosed-loop position control normally remains active.This means that after the exceptional situation has beenexited, the drive axis can immediately resume correctoperation. It is possible to carry out service and mainte-nance work in a user-friendly fashion and safely – whichsignificantly reduces machine and plant downtimes. Thesafety functions are either controlled via safety input ter-minals at the TM54F Terminal Module – or when thedrive is integrated into a complete automation environ-ment – via PROFIBUS with PROFIsafe.

EPos – positioning functions integrated in the driveUsing the integrated EPos positioning functions, formany positioning applications, an additional, higher-level positioning control can be eliminated. This inte-grated positioning functionality is also extremely flexi-ble. It functions for high-speed servo controls just thesame as for simpler applications with vector controlledinduction motors. Up to 64 absolute target positions ortravel paths as well as the travel velocities can be per-manently saved in the drive when it is commissioned.

Further, these parameters can be transferred from ahigher-level PLC when they are required. It is even pos-sible to change target positions and velocities on the flywhile positioning.

Lower costs and higher availability The safety functions integrated in SINAMICS S120 offer users

clear advantages: As they are integrated, they reduce the space

required and also the wiring time and costs. The availability is

increased as a result of optimized process operations, simple

machine structures as well as machine operator concepts in line

with those required in practice. SINAMICS safety solutions are

certified in conformance with EN 954-1 Cat. 3, IEC 61508 SIL2.

Integrated intelligence

SINAMICS S120 can do more – beyond just the classic drive control – as

they also have:

• EPos – integrated functions for positioning tasks

• Safety Integrated – integrated safety functions to simply implement

safety concepts

• DCC – Drive Control Chart to implement deliberate drive-related

open-loop and closed-loop control functions

DCC Drive Control Charts: to optimally adapt to thedrive taskUsing Drive Control Charts, the SINAMICS S120 drive sys-tem can do more than just handle the classic drive con-trol – beyond this, DCC permits drive-related open-loopand closed-loop control tasks to be shifted into the drive.This means that the drive system can be flexibly andoptimally adapted to a whole range of drive and automa-tion scenarios.

DCC – an overview of the advantages

• Higher-level controls are relieved, machine sequences

can be simply programmed at lower costs and local

processing in the drive increases the overall machine

performance. As a whole, the implementation of

modular machine concepts is further simplified.

• To define the open-loop and closed-loop control

functions, a user-friendly DCC Editor is used to select

blocks from a predefined library. These are then

graphically interconnected with one another by

dragging and dropping them. Every block can be

used as often as necessary. The program behavior

can be verified and when a fault develops, the cause

can be identified using test and diagnostic functions.

• The block library includes a wide selection of closed-

loop control, arithmetic and logic blocks so that even

extensive open-loop and closed-loop control func-

tions can be implemented in the drive. In addition to

the drive control, winder functions, PI controllers,

ramp-function generators and wobble generators

can also be simply implemented in the drive.

• There is a wide range of arithmetic functions to

monitor and change parameters; these functions

include absolute-value generators, dividers and mini-

mum/maximum evaluation elements. All of the usual

logic functions can be selected to logically combine,

evaluate and sense binary signals (AND, XOR,

switch-in/switch-out delay element, RS flipflops,

counters).

EPos with integrated monitoring functionsThe function integrated in EPos that monitors traversingrange limits, following error and zero speed increases theoperational reliability and indicates operational faultsearly on. This makes it easier to generate the machineprogram. The field bus connection via standardizedProfidrive profile also plays a role. And commissioning isalso simpler and more transparent thanks to the precon-figured parameterizing screen forms in the SINAMICScommissioning tool STARTER.

Totally Integrated Automationwith SINAMICS S120

• TIA: unified, industry sector-specific

automation solutions

• PROFIBUS and PROFINET are integral

components of TIA

• Motion control with SIMOTION

• Numerical control with SINUMERIK

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Totally Integrated Automation

SIMATIC

automation system

SIMOTION

Motion control system

SINUMERIK

CNC system

SINAMICS S120

Induction motors Synchronous motors

Range of motors

PROCESS FIELD BUS

The basis for customer-specific automation solutionsWith its Totally Integrated Automation (TIA), Siemens is theonly manufacturer that offers a seamless range of productsand systems for all industry sectors – from a single source.Harmonized to the individual customer requirements, basedon TIA, efficient industry sector-specific automation solutionscan be implemented. Lower life cycle costs when operatingmachines and systems and considerably shorter times to mar-ket result in significant increases in pro-ductivity and a higherinvestment security.

Straightforward: Totally Integrated Automation with SINAMICS S120In addition to SIMATIC, SIMOTION and SINUMERIK, SINAMICSalso belongs to the core components of Totally IntegratedAutomation. For instance, the STARTER commissioning tool isan integral component of TIA. All of the automation solutioncomponents can be parameterized, programmed and commis-sioned using a unified engineering platform within the sameenvironment. The integrated data management ensures consis-tent data and simple archiving of the complete plant ormachine project.

PROFIBUS: No. 1 in field busesSINAMICS S120 supports, as standard, PROFIBUS DP – the standard field bus within Totally Integrated Automation. Itensures powerful and seamless communications between allof the components involved in the automation solution: HMI(operator control and visualization), control, drives and I/O.

PROFINET: for increased performance and open IT communicationsSINAMICS S120 is also available with a PROFINET interface. ThisEthernet-based bus allows control data to be quickly exchangedand means that SINAMICS S120 drives can even be used in thehighest performance multi-axis applications. PROFINET simulta-neously transmits, for example, operating and diagnostics datato higher-level systems using standard IT mechanisms (TCP/IP).This means that it can be simply integrated into an IT factoryenvironment.

SINAMICS S120 axis groupwith SIMOTION D

SINAMICS S120 andSINUMERIK solution line

SINAMICS S120 is a fully integrated component ofTotally Integrated Automation

+ =

CU 320

+ =

SIMOTION D

+ =

SINUMERIK SL

SINAMICS S120 for positioning tasksand speed control

SINAMICS S120 withSIMOTION D motion control systemfor sophisticated motion control tasksdirectly in the drive

SINAMICS S120 withSINUMERIK solution linefor numerical controlapplications

SINAMICS S120

SINAMICS S120

SINAMICS S120

Total solutions in machinery construction:SINAMICS S120 as the perfect basis

The drive solution that offers everythingThe broad range of functionality and the different ver-sions mean that SINAMICS S120 represents a universaldrive solution for machinery construction. A wide rangeof motors and control systems optimally tailored to thevarious applications permit fully integrated solutions –simple to design, user-friendly when it comes to com-missioning and straightforward in operation. The cou-pling to the automation system is established throughPROFIBUS DP, PROFINET or CANopen field buses.

SINAMICS S120 and SIMOTION – the perfect teamIncreasingly, complex motion control tasks must be han-dled in machinery construction and at the same time,they must be able to run even more precisely and faster.This is where the SIMOTION motion control system andthe high-performance SINAMICS S120 drive system forma perfect team. SIMOTION D, the version that is physical-ly integrated into the SINAMICS S120 drive, is the idealsolution for machines with very many axes and wherehigh requirements are placed on the precision. This distri-buted automation structure allows the machine to be sub-divided into various axis groups, that are controlled fromone SIMOTION motion control system.

Communications between SIMOTION systems is eitherestablished via PROFIBUS DP or PROFINET. In this case,there is another important aspect – the compact ma-chine design, which is due to the distributed automationstructure and the Motion Control Unit that is directly integrated in the drive.

SINAMICS S120 and SINUMERIK solution line –the innovative solution for machine toolsSINUMERIK solution line and SINAMICS S120 form theideal system platform for machine tool construction.Thanks to the scalable hardware and software, SINUMERIKsolution line opens up almost limitless application oppor-

SINAMICS S120 range of motors

Servomotorsinduction

3.7– 630 kW

Servomotorssynchronous

0.05 –118 kW

Geared servomotors

0.3 –57 kW

Linear motors

0.15 –10.3 kN

Torque motors

6 – 177 kW

tunities. Whether for basic turning, milling applications,highly complex tasks and high-speed applications, inwoodworking and glass processing or when handlingtransfer lines – SINUMERIK solution line is the perfectsolution for the widest range of requirements.

An essential feature is the distributed, simplified systemarchitecture and the expanded diagnostic capabilitiesdown to the component level. SINUMERIK solution lineis completely integrated into the SINAMICS communica-tions structure.

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Plant construction with SINAMICS S120: modular and fit for the future

The perfect solution – quickly and reliablyUsing the SINAMICS S120 Cabinet Modules and chassisunits, complete drive groups can be interlinked andassembled with one another. This is because it is possibleto combine module types with freely selectable power rat-ings as required. Fast and straightforward, due to thestandardized interfaces that are harmonized with oneanother.

For paper machines, rolling mills, test stands or cranes –that typically require multi-motor applications with highpower ratings, both the modular cabinet units as well asalso the chassis units are the ideal solution as part of amodular system.

The highly flexible, modular system follows the trend toshift intelligence into the drive, which is achieved using its harmonized, standard interfaces. Planning is simplifiedand reliability increased thanks to the ready-to-connectcabinet solution with several Cabinet Modules. The chassisdesign of the SINAMICS S120 is the ideal approach forcompanies that wish to engineer their own chassis-typesolutions.

top:Chassis units from 75 to 1200 kW (100 to 1600 HP)

right:Cabinet Modules from 1.6 to 4500 kW(2 to 6000 HP)

SINAMICS S120 Cabinet Modules:modular cabinet concept formulti-motor drives

A modular cabinet system is available in the form of

the SINAMICS S120 Cabinet Modules. These can be

used to engineer almost any drive solution for multi-

motor drive systems in plant construction. Thanks to

the standardized interfaces, the modules can be

interlinked and combined to quickly configure ready-

to-connect drive solutions up to 4500 kW (6000 HP).

• High degree of flexibility through the finely

scalable power and module types as well as an

extensive range of options

• Extremely compact drive solution that is ready

to be connected

• DC coupling using prefabricated sets of busbars

• Data is coupled through DRIVE-CLiQ

• Fast and reliable installation and commissioning

• Short delivery times and reduced ordering costs

Low costs for plant integration, engineering and installationThe SINAMICS S120 concept means that drives can bequickly and simply integrated into overall plants andsystems, both mechanically and electrically. Further,engineering costs are reduced and with them, theengineering risks. The drive system can be flexiblyadapted to plant-specific requirements through anextensive range of options. A drive system can bequickly and reliably engineered using the SIZER engi-neering tool; using the STARTER commissioning tool,technicians can even configure complex systems in anextremely short time, without having any special sys-tem know-how.

Reliable and line-friendlySINAMICS S120 also takes into account the trend toline-friendly converters due to the increasing demandsof power supply utilities. Its constant regulated DC linkvoltage essentially decouples the motor voltage fromthe influence of the line supply voltage. On the otherhand, the low-frequency harmonics fed back into theline supply can almost be completely neglected throughthe optional “Clean Power Filter”. Further, the losses inthe low-voltage distribution, line-side transformer andline feeder cables, caused by harmonic currents, are eliminated.

Applications in plant construction• Paper machines• Rolling mills• Test stands• Foil machines• Man-made textile systems

N-compact motorsBy combining SINAMICS S120 with N-compact low-volt-age motors, system solutions can be implemented thatare precisely tailored to individual requirements.

N-compact motors distinguish themselves through theirrugged design with gray cast-iron frame and bearingend shields as well as their long service life. The com-pact design makes it easy to integrate them into plantsand reduces the dimensions of the complete unit. The2- to 8-pole motors are convincing thanks to their highefficiency and availability.

The right moment – torque motorsIn addition to N-compact, it is also possible to use1FW3 torque motors and 1FW4 (HT-direct) motors.State-of-the-art direct drive concepts can be imple-mented using these motors – and not only that, theymake gearboxes superfluous.

SINAMICS S120 in plant construction

• Drive versions can be flexibly developed

• Scalable power

• Ready-to-connect Cabinet Modules

• Chassis units for integration into cabinets

• Low costs for training, engineering and

commissioning

• Simple to replace, spare parts inventory,

logistics

• Low life cycle costs through energy saving

and low maintenance costs

• Highest possible security of investment

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SINAMICS S120: the technical data

Modules and expansion options:Components for every application• Control modules (Control Units) handle drive and

technological functions spanning axes and provideyou the central link to higher-level controls

• Motor Modules operate as inverters, supplying theconnected motors

• Line Modules centrally feed power into the DC link,regenerate into the line supply and compensate forline fluctuations

• Power Modules for AC Drives combine power infeedand power module in the form of a unit that is readyto be powered up

• Electronic options extend the functionality and covervarious interfaces to encoders and process signals

• DC link components are optionally used to stabilizethe DC link voltage

• Line-side power components – such as fuses, contactors, reactors, filters – round off the system

• High dynamic performance and precise: 32-bit technology

• Fast: short current rise times

• Universal: for synchronous and induction motors

• Rugged: high overload factor

• Safe: Safety Integrated

• Flexible and simple: BICO technology

• Plug & Play: DRIVE-CLiQ makes it possible

STO Safe Torque Off

SBC Safe Brake Control

SS1 Safe Stop Cat. 1

SOS Safe Operating Stop

SS2 Safe Stop Cat 2

SLS Safety Limited Speed

SSM Safe Speed Monitor

Drive type

Degree of protection

Line voltage Uline /powers

· 1AC 200 ... 240 V

· 3AC 380 ... 480 V

· 3AC 660 ... 690 V

Power infeed

Regenerative energy feedback

Line frequency

Output voltage

Output frequency

Control principle

· V/f control

· Vector control with / without encoder

· Servo control with / without encoder

Motors

· Asynchronous motors

· Synchronous motors

· Torque motors

· Linear motors

Control dynamics

Vector control · rise time speed control

· rise time M control

Servo control · rise time speed control

· rise time M control

Technological functions

Safety functions

Interfaces

Tools

Typical applications /

application technologies

Catalog

Modular drive system for sophisticated single-/multi-axis applications

S120

AC/AC unitmodular

DC/AC systemmodular

IP20 IP20 IP20 IP00 / IP20 IP20

(IP21 / IP23 / IP54)

0.12 ... 0.75 kW – – – –

(0.16 ... 1 HP)

0.37 ... 90 kW 110 ... 250 kW 1.6 ... 107 kW 110 ... 800 kW 1.6 ... 3000 kW

(0.5 ... 120 HP) (150 ... 340 HP) (2 ... 145 HP) (150 ... 1000 HP) (2 ... 4000 HP)

– – – 75 ... 1200 kW 75 ... 4500 kW

(100 ... 1600 HP) (100 ... 6000 HP)

Open-loop Optional open-loop or closed-loop

No Yes, for closed-loop supply

47 ... 63 Hz

0 ... Uline

0 ... 400 Hz 1 0 ... 200 Hz 1

0 ... 300 Hz 1 0 ... 160 Hz 1

0 ... 650 Hz 1 0 ... 300 Hz 1

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

8 ... 10 ms 1 11 ... 15 ms 1 8 ... 10 ms 1 11 ... 15 ms 1 11 ... 15 ms 1

1 ... 2 ms 1 2 ... 3 ms 1 1 ... 2 ms 1 2 ... 3 ms 1 2 ... 3 ms 1 ·

2 ... 3 ms 1 5 ... 7 ms 1 2 ... 3 ms 1 5 ... 7 ms 1 5 ... 7 ms 1

0.5 ... 1 ms 1 1 ... 2 ms 1 0.5 ... 1 ms 1 1 ... 2 ms 1 1 ... 2 ms 1

Flying restart, automatic restart, kinetic buffering, basic positioning,

BICO technology, Drive Control Charts (DCC), technology controller, Motion Control (in combination with SIMOTION),

Numeric Control with SINUMERIK Solution line

STO, SBC, SS1, SOS, SS2, SLS, SSM STO, ST1, SOS*, SS2*,SLS*, SSM* STO, SBC, SS1, SOS, SS2, SLS, SSM STO SS1, SOS*, SS2*,SLS*, SSM* STO

Digital, analog, serial (RS 232 / RS 485),

PROFIBUS DP, PROFINET, CANopen (in combination with CU 320)

SIZER for configuration, STARTER for commissioning

Performant single drives Performant multi-motor drives

Motion Control and positioning tasks in production machines,

e. g. packaging, textile, printing, paper, plastics machines, plants and processing lines,

metal forming; converting applications; Numeric Control applications in machine tools

D21.1 D21.1, D21.3 D21.3

1 Blocksize units, Booksize units: at 4 kHz pulse rate; Chassis units, Cabinet Modules: at 2 kHz pulse rate 2 First value valid for Blocksize units, second for Chassis units * being prepared

Blocksize unit Chassis unit Booksize unit Chassis unit Cabinet Modules

V/f control: 0 ... 400 / 200 Hz 1, 2

Vector control: 0 ... 300 / 160 Hz 1, 2

Servo control: 0 ... 650 / 300 Hz 1, 2

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