Power Module with Integrated Filter — What the Ratings Mean for Your Panel
The Siemens 6SL3210-1NE23-8AL0 is a SINAMICS G120 Power Module PM230 with an integrated Class A EMC filter, rated for 380-480 VAC three-phase input at 47-63 Hz. The low-overload rating delivers 18.5 kW at 150% for 3 seconds, 110% for 57 seconds, and 100% continuously for 240 seconds — this is the duty cycle that governs motor sizing for pump, fan, or conveyor applications where short overload peaks are expected but sustained current stays within the continuous rating. The integrated Class A filter means this module meets conducted emission limits for industrial environments without an external filter block — saves panel space and wiring, but verify that your installation's EMC plan doesn't require a Class B (residential) filter, which this unit does not provide internally.
Control Unit Requirement — Not a Standalone Drive
This power module ships without a Control Unit or operating panel. It requires a CU240B/E-2 or CU230P-2 Control Unit, firmware version V4.4 or higher, to function. The PM230 supports no safety functions — if your application needs Safe Torque Off or Safe Speed Monitoring, you need a PM240 or PM250 power module instead. The 380-480 VAC +10%/-10% input range covers standard 400 V and 480 V industrial supplies. Ambient temperature rating is 0 to +40 °C for low-overload operation — derate above that per the thermal curves in the manual.