NOVOTRON ND32‑5610VS‑101‑011‑00 Servo Drive Module
Product Overview
NOVOTRON ND32‑5610VS‑101‑011‑00 is a German NOVOTRON ND32 series 400V‑class digital servo converter, a compact servo drive unit under the NOVODRIVE platform. It is built on the ND32‑5610 hardware body. The suffix VS‑101‑011‑00 represents the customized configuration version for firmware, interfaces, feedback and communication.
ND32‑5610VS‑101‑011‑00 adopts 3‑phase 400V AC power supply, rated motor current 10A, peak current 20A. It is compatible with synchronous servo motors and linear motors, supporting position, speed and torque closed‑loop control. With modular board‑type structure, it is widely applied in CNC machine tools, automated production lines, robots and special‑purpose equipment motion control scenarios. Equipped with comprehensive hardware protection and multi‑bus interfaces, it can be directly connected to PLC and upper‑level motion controllers, acting as a high‑performance motion drive core component for industrial equipment.
Product Background
NOVOTRON Industrie‑Automation GmbH is headquartered in Ludwigsburg, Germany, specializing in R&D and manufacturing of servo drives and motion control solutions. The ND32 series is a compact servo converter developed by the company for medium‑high‑voltage 400V industrial applications, available in three power ratings: ‑5605, ‑5610 and ‑5620. ND32‑5610 corresponds to 7kVA load capacity. ND32‑5610VS‑101‑011‑00 is a customized configured model based on this hardware unit. VS stands for version configuration, and the subsequent numeric codes define the combination of communication card, feedback card, I/O configuration and firmware version.
Core Electrical Technical Specifications
| Rated Supply Voltage | 400 VAC |
| Supply Voltage Range | 400±10% VAC |
| Input Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Input Phase Number | 3‑phase |
| Connected Load at Rated Current | 7 kVA |
| Maximum Surge Current | 5 A |
| 3‑Phase Protection Rating | 3×20 A |
| Auxiliary Control Power | External 24VDC ±15%, 1A, grounded regulated power supply |
| Power Consumption | 24W without output load; +2.5W for each additional output channel |
| DC‑Bus Voltage at Rated Supply | 560 V |
| Over‑voltage Shutdown Threshold | 720 V |
| Under‑voltage Shutdown Threshold | 200 V |
| Rated Output Voltage | 500 V eff |
| Output Phase Number | 3‑phase |
| DC‑Bus Capacitance | 300 µF |
| Inverter Loss at Rated Current | 130 W |
| Residual Voltage Drop at Rated Current | 6 V |
| Inverter Clock Frequency | 4.9 kHz |
| Rated Motor Current @25℃ | 10 A eff |
| Peak Motor Current @25℃ | 20 A eff |
| Compact Housing Weight | 3.8 kg |
| Housing Dimensions (L × W × H) | 331 × 180 × 87 mm |
Note: The 24V control power supply for this drive must be provided externally. The drive itself cannot generate 24V control power, which is a frequent pitfall during on‑site commissioning.
Hardware Structure & Interfaces
This product adopts plug‑in modular servo drive structure, with power main circuit and control signal board assembled in layers.
- Power Side: 3‑phase 400VAC input, 3‑phase motor output terminals, built‑in bus capacitor, power heat dissipation base;
- Control Board Interface Panel: Encoder feedback interface, field‑bus communication interface, commissioning serial port, digital I/O terminals;
- Structure Form: Compact metal housing, plug‑gable board design, suitable for cabinet rack mounting, IP20 protection class, for cabinet‑internal installation only.
Main Functions & Features
- Multiple control modes: torque, speed and position closed‑loop control supported; pulse‑direction command, ±10V analog setpoint, on‑board trajectory interpolation and multi‑drive synchronous operation capability;
- Multi‑feedback compatibility: incremental encoder, sine‑cosine encoder, resolver adaptable; supported feedback protocols depend on suffix configuration;
- Communication capability: hardware base supports NOVOBUS (RS232/RS422), CANopen. Extended bus interfaces are available according to VS suffix configuration. It can connect with PLC and upper‑level commissioning software for parameter reading/writing, monitoring and fault retrieval;
- Complete hardware protection: over‑voltage, under‑voltage, over‑current, overload and over‑temperature protection, fault alarm output for fast anomaly localization;
Motor adaptation: compatible with synchronous servo motors and linear motors, supports automatic commutation position tuning to reduce on‑site commissioning effort.
Application Scenarios
- CNC machine tool motion axis driving
- Automated special‑purpose machinery & packaging equipment
- Robot joints and manipulator systems
- High‑precision conveying and positioning mechanisms for production lines
- Legacy‑equipment refurbishment & imported equipment spare‑part replacement
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the relationship between ND32‑5610VS‑101‑011‑00 and ND32‑5610?
A: ND32‑5610 is the base hardware model; ND32‑5610VS‑101‑011‑00 is the complete order model. The numeric sequence after VS represents customized configuration of communication board, feedback board, I/O setup and firmware version. Its power hardware section is identical to ND32‑5610, while interfaces and software functions are differentiated by suffix codes. Direct replacement with standard ND32‑5610 is not allowed; configuration codes must be verified.
Q2: No response after drive power‑on, what are possible causes?
A: This drive has two independent power supplies: 400V main circuit and 24V control power. External 24VDC control power must be supplied. If only 3‑phase 400V main power is connected, the control board will not start and no indicator lights will light up. Meanwhile verify that the 24V power supply meets 1A and grounded regulated requirements.
Q3: How to troubleshoot DC‑bus over‑voltage fault (threshold exceeded 720V)?
A: 1. Check whether 3‑phase input voltage exceeds 440VAC; 2. Excessive regenerative energy during motor deceleration, verify brake resistor configuration; 3. Inspect aging of bus capacitors. The drive will shut down output automatically once bus voltage exceeds 720V to protect power components.
Q4: Can it directly drive standard asynchronous AC motors?
A: ND32 series is designed for servo drives targeting synchronous servo motors and linear motors. Driving ordinary asynchronous motors is not recommended. Without corresponding motor parameter models, control anomalies will occur.
Q5: Is brand‑new original factory supply available for this model?
A: ND32 belongs to the earlier‑generation NOVODRIVE product line. The original manufacturer has upgraded to ND40 series. This model is mostly circulated as spare parts for imported equipment. For procurement, the complete order code ND32‑5610VS‑101‑011‑00 must be confirmed; ND32‑5610 alone is insufficient.
Q6: Which software is used for commissioning?
A: NOVOTRON original commissioning software is required. Connect to the drive via NOVOBUS serial port for parameter configuration, motor auto‑tuning and fault diagnosis. Generic third‑party servo software cannot be used directly.
