The Siemens 6SL3520-0XC01-5AF0 is the PROFINET/EtherNet/IP communication variant of the SINAMICS G115D wall-mounted distributed drive family at 1.5 kW with the C-type connector in the compact FSA frame (380 × 156 × 129 mm). With 4.1 A rated output (High Overload) and a 380–480 V 3-phase supply, it brings full networked drive functionality — cyclic process data, remote diagnostics, and PROFIsafe SIL 2 safety on a single bus cable — to the 0XC connector ecosystem in the G115D's smallest mechanical package.

Why the C-connector in an FSA frame?

The 0XC connector (position 10 = C) is typically found on FSB-frame G115D drives (0XC02/03/04 at 2.2–4 kW). The 0XC01 variant brings the same C-type connector to the FSA frame at 1.1–1.5 kW. This is valuable when your conveyor line standardizes on C-connector cable sets across all power levels — from a 1.1 kW diverter to a 4 kW main conveyor — without forcing the larger FSB footprint onto lighter sections. One connector part number for the entire line. The integrated 2-port PROFINET switch supports daisy-chain line topology, and PROFIsafe SIL 2 safety travels on the same bus cable.

What motor types are supported?

The drive delivers 4.1 A rated output current (High Overload) with 200% overload — 8.2 A for 3 seconds and 150% for 57 seconds. It supports IE3 three-phase asynchronous motors, IE4 synchronous reluctance motors, and SIMOGEAR geared motor combinations up to 1.5 kW. Control modes: V/f (0–550 Hz), V/f with FCC, sensorless vector control (0–240 Hz). Pulse frequency: 4–16 kHz. Integrated 180 V DC brake control. FSA frame: 380 × 156 × 129 mm, natural convection cooling, IP66 / UL Type 4X.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this compare to a 1.5 kW 1XB or 0XD PROFINET drive?

Electrically identical — same 4.1 A rated / 8.2 A overload, same PROFINET stack, same PROFIsafe configuration. All three are FSA frame (380 × 156 × 129 mm) at 1.5 kW. The only difference is the connector: 0XC01 uses the C-type connector, 1XB41 uses B-type, 0XD00 uses D-type. Choose based on your facility's cable standard. If your line already runs 0XC02/03/04 drives at 2.2–4 kW, the 0XC01 keeps every section on the same C-connector platform — one cable type from the smallest diverter to the largest pallet conveyor.

Is there a 1.1 kW C-connector PROFINET variant?

Yes — the 0XC01-1AF0 (1.1 kW, FSA, C-connector, PROFINET) is the lowest-power 0XC drive. Together with the 0XC01-5AF0, they provide C-connector PROFINET coverage for the complete FSA power range.

Is an external braking resistor required?

The integrated 180 V DC brake chopper handles an electromechanical motor brake directly. At 1.5 kW on horizontal conveyors, the internal brake management is typically sufficient. An external braking resistor (minimum 200 Ω for FSA) is only needed for decline sections or high-inertia loads with frequent stops.