Product Overview

Model: 6SL3201-0BE21-0AA0
 Classification: SINAMICS Braking Resistor (Stand-Alone, for 400 V systems)
Purpose: Designed to dissipate regenerative braking energy from SINAMICS drive systems. Converts excess DC link energy into heat during deceleration or overload conditions. Provides safe braking capability for 380–480 V inverters in industrial automation environments.

Electrical & Operational Specifications

• Resistance: 140 Ω

• Rated Power (Continuous): 0.2 kW (200 W)

• Overload / Peak Power: 4.0 kW (12 seconds at 5% duty cycle)

• Input Voltage Range: 380–480 V AC (compatible drive line supply)

• DC Link Voltage Capability: 330–840 V DC

• Connection (Power): Terminal block, conductor cross-section up to 2.5 mm²

• Protective Earth (PE): M4 screw on housing

• Temperature Switch: Normally closed (NC), 250 V AC, max 2.5 A

• Cooling: Natural convection (passive cooling)

• Operating Ambient Temperature: –25 to +40 °C

Physical Specifications

• Dimensions (W × H × D): 105 × 345 × 100 mm

• Weight: ~1.8 kg (~4.0 lb)

• Enclosure Rating: IP20 / UL open type

Interface & Capacity

• Mounting: Compact rectangular design, cabinet or panel mountable

• Connections: Terminal block for braking circuit; PE connection via M4 bolt

• Compliance: Siemens SINAMICS braking resistor standards; RoHS compliant

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