What is the value proposition of the AB0 variant in the FSA frame at 1.5 kW?

The 1.5 kW AB0 combines compact FSA packaging with factory-integrated C2 EMC compliance. At this power level, the FSA frame is at its maximum rating — 1.5 kW is the ceiling of the FSA power class — making this the most capable filtered drive that fits in the smaller enclosure footprint. For conveyor OEMs designing modular conveyor sections that must be C2-compliant, the 1.5 kW AB0 provides a standardized building block: one drive model covers all light to medium conveyor functions (roller beds, belt sections, diverters, transfer cars) with the same mounting dimensions, same connector layout, and same C2 EMC classification. The AB0 omits PROFIsafe to keep cost aligned with applications where a central safety relay with F-DI wiring to each drive is the accepted safety architecture.

How does the integrated C2 filter benefit compact FSA installations?

An external C2 filter for a 1.5 kW drive typically measures 120x80x60 mm and requires DIN rail mounting adjacent to the drive, plus wiring between the filter output and drive input terminals. In a space-constrained conveyor frame — under a roller bed, inside a machine guard, behind a side plate — these additional 120 mm of mounting real estate can be the difference between a clean installation and a compromised one. The AB0 absorbs the filter into the existing FSA enclosure, so the installed footprint is exactly the drive's 380x156 mm mounting pattern with zero additional space. The filter is pre-wired and factory-tested, eliminating field wiring errors (swapped line/load connections, missing ground bonding) that are the most common cause of external filter underperformance.

What is the difference between this 1.5 kW FSA AB0 and the wall-mounted variants from the previous batch at lower FSA powers?

The 1.5 kW FSA AB0 shares the same frame dimensions, IP66 protection rating, and connector ecosystem as the lower-power FSA variants (0.37-0.75 kW). The differences are: (1) higher rated output current — 8.2 A vs 2.6-4.4 A for the sub-1 kW variants; (2) larger IGBT modules and DC-link capacitors sized for the higher current; and (3) position in the product line as the highest-power FSA wall-mounted drive. Electrically, the input current at 400 V is 3.18 A (vs 1.08-1.79 A for the sub-1 kW variants), which affects daisy-chain feeder sizing when mixing FSA drives of different power ratings on a common supply line. The motor control firmware, PROFINET interface, and safety functions are identical across all FSA power ratings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this 1.5 kW drive be mounted directly on a conveyor frame without additional vibration isolation?

Yes. The G115D wall-mounted drive is designed for machine-mounted installation and tolerates the vibration levels typical of conveyor structures per EN 60721-3-3 Class 3M3. The four M5 mounting bolts (tightening torque 2.5 Nm) provide rigid attachment. No additional vibration dampers are required for standard conveyor applications.

What is the maximum number of 1.5 kW FSA drives that can share a single daisy-chain feeder?

The daisy-chain connector system on the G115D is rated for the total feeder current. Each 1.5 kW FSA drive draws approximately 3.18 A input current at 400 V. With a typical 20 A feeder circuit, up to six 1.5 kW drives can share one supply line, though the connector current rating of the first drive in the chain must be verified against the cumulative load. For installations with more than four drives per feeder, consult the G115D system manual for daisy-chain current derating based on ambient temperature and connector type.