Siemens 6SL32302YE501CB0 — SINAMICS G120X Chassis-Mount AC Drive Module (160 kW)
Overview
The 6SL32302YE501CB0 is a chassis-mount variable frequency drive (VFD) module from Siemens' SINAMICS G120X family, rated for 380–480 V AC input and a 160 kW AC motor. The catalog title indicates IP20 enclosure, FSG (Food grade) variant, with a 408 A output current rating. The data source provides core electrical ratings, thermal range, and mechanical form factor, but omits input current, power dissipation, communication interfaces, safety functions, exact dimensions, and EMC class—details that are essential for cabinet layout and motor-branch coordination.
Ordering-code / family context (verify on datasheet)
Siemens drives use structured ordering codes; the prefix 6SL3230 identifies the SINAMICS G120X platform. The character block 2YE50 encodes the power/size class (160 kW, 408 A frame); the final three characters (1CB0) specify the voltage class, firmware variant, and approval level. The FSG suffix in the title denotes the Food & Beverage grade variant. Panel builders should decode the ordering code against the official Siemens ordering guide to confirm exact firmware features and safety approvals before release.
Key Parameters
| Parameter | Value (from JSON) | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Output Current | 408 | A | At stated load voltage |
| Load Voltage Range | 380–480 | V AC | Inferred from title; not listed as a spec key |
| Motor Power | 160 | kW | Inferred from title; not listed as a spec key |
| Motor Type | AC Motor | — | Three-phase AC induction motor compatible |
| Series | SINAMICS | — | SINAMICS G120X family |
| Mounting | Chassis Mount | — | Requires mounting plate or cabinet backplane |
| Encapsulation / Package | Box | — | IP20 rated; confirm with datasheet |
| Operating Temperature | 20–45 | °C | Ambient; no derating data supplied |
| RoHS | ROHS3 Compliant | — | 2015/863/EU amendment |
Missing high-visibility fields — verification required before selection proceeds:
- Input current at stated voltage
- Power dissipation / heat loss
- EMC classification (C1–C3 or other)
- Communication protocols (PROFINET, Modbus, CAN, etc.)
- Safety function support (STO, SS1, SLS via Safety Integrated)
- Output frequency range
- Overload current rating and duration
- Dimensions and weight
- Fieldbus or I/O expansion module support
Do not proceed with electrical coordination, cabinet thermal design, or safety approval without the Siemens G120X device manual.
Integration / Installation Notes
The chassis-mount form factor places this module inside a cabinet; IP20 protection means the enclosure must limit access to live parts. The operating temperature range of 20–45 °C is tighter than many industrial VFDs—cabinet cooling (forced air or climate control) must be evaluated against the actual heat dissipation, which is not listed in the supplied fields.
Motor cable length, shielding, and EMC requirements for G120X are specified in the Siemens commissioning guide; the data source does not confirm whether the 1CB0 suffix indicates a specific EMC class (C2/C3), which governs installation practice in regulated environments.
Mounting hole pattern, terminal torque ratings, and DC bus connections are not in the supplied fields; these must be taken from the specific frame-size datasheet for the 160 kW G120X unit.
Similar Catalog Parts
The primary part has eight listed alternates, all sharing identical primary specs (408 A output, chassis mount, SINAMICS G120X, 380–480 V AC).
| MPN | Suffix Detail | Similarity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6SL32302YE501CB0 | 1CB0 | seed | FSG variant (primary) |
| 6SL32302YE501CP0 | 1CP0 | 1.0 | Same specs; suffix differs |
| 6SL32302YE501CF0 | 1CF0 | 1.0 | Same specs; suffix differs |
| 6SL32302YE501AB0 | 1AB0 | 1.0 | Same specs; suffix differs |
| 6SL32302YE501AF0 | 1AF0 | 1.0 | Same specs; suffix differs |
| 6SL32302YE501AP0 | 1AP0 | 1.0 | Same specs; suffix differs |
| 6SL32302YE500CB0 | 500CB0 | 1.0 | "G120X" in series field; suffix differs |
| 6SL32302YE500AB0 | 500AB0 | 1.0 | C2 rating in title; suffix differs |
| 6SL32302YE500CF0 | 500CF0 | 1.0 | G120X in series; suffix differs |
Why they are similar: All nine MPNs share the same Siemens ordering-code root (6SL32302YE5xx), indicating the same power class (160 kW, 408 A) and chassis-mount frame. They carry identical specs for output current, motor type, voltage range, mounting type, and RoHS status. The suffix differences encode firmware variant, approval class, and EMC category.
Cautious contrast (where JSON supports it): The alternates with 500 in the suffix (e.g., 6SL32302YE500AB0) show "G120X" explicitly in the Series field and carry C2 or C3 ratings in their catalog titles; the 501 suffix units do not show an EMC class in the supplied data. This distinction affects which units are suitable for Class A or Class B installation environments. The data source does not confirm whether the primary 6SL32302YE501CB0 is C2 or C3; the FSG (Food grade) designation implies a clean-room or wash-down variant, but no additional ratings are provided.
Substitution between 500 and 501 series units requires datasheet comparison of firmware features, safety approvals, and EMC classification.
FAQ
Q: What is the output frequency range of the 6SL32302YE501CB0?
A: The supplied catalog fields do not include output frequency range. SINAMICS G120X drives typically support 0–200 Hz or 0–300 Hz depending on motor and mode; verify against the specific device manual for this power class.
Q: Does the 6SL32302YE501CB0 include Safety Integrated functions (STO, SS1)?
A: The data source does not list safety functions. The 1CB0 suffix may correspond to a standard firmware variant without Safety Integrated; the Siemens Safety Integrated manual and the drive's firmware options sheet must be consulted to confirm.
Q: What EMC class does this unit meet, and does it require an external filter?
A: The catalog entry does not specify an EMC class (C1/C2/C3). The 500 series alternates show C2 or C3 ratings in their titles; the 501 suffix of the primary MPN is not identified as C2 or C3 in the supplied fields. Cabinet-level EMC compliance must be verified with the Siemens EMC installation guide for G120X.