Product Overview

The Allen-Bradley 2198-H015-ERS is a high-efficiency Kinetix 5500 series servo drive designed to provide precise motion control within the Rockwell Automation Integrated Architecture. This Frame 2 drive supports both asynchronous induction motors and synchronous permanent magnet servo motors, utilizing a single-cable design to simplify installation and reduce wiring complexity. By leveraging EtherNet/IP for both motion and safety functions, the 2198-H015-ERS eliminates the need for dedicated safety networks while providing high-speed, deterministic performance. Its compact footprint and flexible power range make it an ideal choice for modern, space-conscious industrial machinery.

Technical Characteristics

The 2198-H015-ERS is engineered for high-bandwidth performance and robust network integration:

Versatile Power Input and Output This drive accommodates a wide range of input voltages, supporting both single-phase and three-phase 240V nominal AC, as well as three-phase 480V nominal AC. It delivers a continuous output current of 5.0 A (RMS) and a peak capability of 12.5 A (RMS), providing up to 3.2 kW of power to meet the demands of dynamic load cycles.

Integrated Motion and Hardwired Safety Equipped with "Safe Torque Off" functionality, the 2198-H015-ERS ensures personnel safety by preventing the drive from delivering rotational energy to the motor without removing power from the entire system. It complies with global safety standards including SIL 3 and PLe, supporting hardwired safety integration.

High-Bandwidth Control Loops To ensure maximum precision, the drive features a 1000 Hz current loop and a 300 Hz velocity loop. Combined with a 4 kHz PWM frequency, these specifications allow for exceptionally smooth motion profiles and rapid response to load disturbances, which is critical for high-speed packaging and assembly applications.

Flexible Network Topologies Featuring dual Ethernet ports, the drive supports Device Level Ring (DLR), linear, and star topologies. This allows for high network resiliency; in a DLR configuration, the system can maintain communication even if a single point in the network ring is compromised, significantly reducing potential downtime.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation

• Model Number: 2198-H015-ERS

• Product Type: Servo Drive

• Series: Kinetix 5500

• Frame Size: Frame 2

• Continuous Output Current: 5.0 A (RMS)

• Peak Output Current: 12.5 A (RMS)

• Nominal Input Voltage: 240V AC (1-ph/3-ph) / 480V AC (3-ph)

• Output Power: 0.3 to 3.2 kW

• Short Circuit Current Rating (SCCR): 200,000 A

• Weight: 2.0 kg (Approx. 5 lbs)

• Dimensions: 5.1 x 26.7 x 20.3 cm

Application Areas

The Allen-Bradley 2198-H015-ERS is a staple in high-precision automated systems:

• Packaging Machinery: Synchronized bottling, labeling, and cartoning lines.

• Material Handling: High-speed pick-and-place robotics and sorting systems.

• Food and Beverage: Precise portion control and filling applications.

• Converting and Print: Maintaining web tension and registration in high-speed printing.