Allen-Bradley Kinetix 5700 Modules: 2198-D006-ERS3 Dual Axis Servo Drive & Full Series

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Product Details And Specifications

Allen-Bradley Kinetix 5700 Series Technical Notes

The Evolution of Kinetix 5700 Architecture

Rockwell Automation introduced the Kinetix 5700 platform as the successor to the Kinetix 6500 and Kinetix 6200 series, addressing limitations in bus voltage scalability and multi-axis density. Early Kinetix platforms (5000, 6000 series) relied on individual AC input per drive, creating wiring complexity and energy inefficiency at scale. The Kinetix 5700 resolved this through a centralized DC bus supply model: a single Capacitor Module or Regenerative Bus Supply feeds multiple inverter modules, enabling regenerative energy sharing between axes.

The architecture evolved through three identifiable phases: (1) Initial release with 460V AC bus supplies and standard ERS (EtherNet/IP) communication; (2) Introduction of ERS2 variants with enhanced safety (STO, SS1, SLS via integrated Safe Speed Monitor); (3) ERS3 variants incorporating expanded safe motion functions (SDI, SLP, SOS) compliant with IEC 62061 SIL 2 and ISO 13849-1 PLd. The 2198-D006-ERS3 represents the current-generation dual-axis inverter module at the 6A continuous output rating within the ERS3 safety revision. Backward compatibility with earlier 2198-series bus infrastructure is maintained at the hardware level, though firmware and safety configuration files are revision-specific and must be managed through ControlFLASH Plus.

Kinetix 5700 Full Catalog & Functionalities (SKU List)

DC Bus Power Supplies

• 2198-P031: 31A DC bus power supply, 460V AC input, standard bus supply for multi-axis configurations
• 2198-P070: 70A DC bus power supply, 460V AC input, high-current shared bus supply
• 2198-P141: 141A DC bus power supply, 460V AC input, large-scale multi-axis bus supply
• 2198-RP031: 31A regenerative bus supply, 460V AC, returns braking energy to AC line
• 2198-RP070: 70A regenerative bus supply, 460V AC, high-power regenerative energy recovery

Single-Axis Inverter Modules

• 2198-S086-ERS3: 86A single-axis inverter, ERS3 safety, high-power rotary/linear servo axis
• 2198-S130-ERS3: 130A single-axis inverter, ERS3 safety, heavy-duty single-axis motion
• 2198-S160-ERS3: 160A single-axis inverter, ERS3 safety, maximum current single-axis module

Dual-Axis Inverter Modules

• 2198-D006-ERS3: 6A dual-axis inverter, ERS3 integrated safety, compact dual-axis servo control — current page SKU
• 2198-D012-ERS3: 12A dual-axis inverter, ERS3 safety, mid-range dual-axis module
• 2198-D020-ERS3: 20A dual-axis inverter, ERS3 safety, higher-current dual-axis application
• 2198-D032-ERS3: 32A dual-axis inverter, ERS3 safety, dual-axis high-torque servo control
• 2198-D057-ERS3: 57A dual-axis inverter, ERS3 safety, large dual-axis servo drive module

Capacitor & Passive Bus Components

• 2198-CAPMOD-2240: Capacitor module, 2240µF, DC bus energy storage and ride-through support
• 2198-CAPMOD-DCBUS-IO: Capacitor module with DC bus I/O, bus monitoring and capacitor buffering
• 2198-DCBUSCOND-RP312: DC bus conditioner, filters bus ripple for regenerative supply configurations

Accessories & Communication

• 2198-KITCON-D012: Connector kit for dual-axis 12A modules, motor power and feedback wiring
• 2198-KITCON-D057: Connector kit for dual-axis 57A modules, high-current motor termination

Sourcing Hard-to-Find & Obsolete Kinetix 5700 Parts

DriveKNMS sources verified surplus and refurbished Kinetix 5700 modules through audited supply chains, providing revision-matched replacements to eliminate re-commissioning risk. All units are inspected for DC bus capacitor condition, IGBT integrity, and firmware revision prior to dispatch. For end-of-life ERS and ERS2 modules, DriveKNMS provides documented revision history and, where applicable, coordinates with Rockwell Automation authorized service centers for firmware upgrade paths to ERS3 compliance.

Quality Control for the Kinetix 5700 Range

Kinetix 5700 dual-axis modules such as the 2198-D006-ERS3 incorporate a shared DC bus backplane interface and dual independent IGBT inverter stages, each requiring independent functional verification. DriveKNMS applies the following test protocol to all Kinetix 5700 units processed through its facility:

• DC Bus Capacitor ESR Test: Measures equivalent series resistance of internal bus capacitors against OEM specification thresholds to identify aged or degraded capacitance.
• IGBT Gate Drive Verification: Each inverter channel is tested under controlled load conditions to confirm switching integrity and thermal performance.
• EtherNet/IP Communication Test: Module is connected to a Studio 5000 test environment to verify CIP Motion axis configuration, drive enable, and fault-free homing cycle.
• Integrated Safety Function Test: STO (Safe Torque Off) and SS1 (Safe Stop 1) functions are activated and verified per IEC 62061 test procedures for ERS3-revision modules.
• Firmware Revision Audit: Installed firmware is documented and compared against the customer's existing system revision to prevent cross-revision incompatibility.
• Thermal Imaging: Post-load thermal scan confirms uniform heat distribution across power semiconductors with no localized hotspots.