AC servo drive
Beckhoff Automation AX5000
EtherCAT servo drive family covering a wide current range in single- and dual-channel units, with optional drive-integrated safety cards.
Key specifications
| Supply | 3 x 400-480 Vac (DC link up to 875 V) |
|---|---|
| Feedback | SinCos 1 Vpp, resolver, EnDat 2.1, HIPERFACE, BiSS B |
| Fieldbus | EtherCAT (SoE profile) |
| Continuous current (max) | 170 A |
| Peak current (max) | 221 A |
Summarised in our own words from Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG's published data; series maxima, individual models vary. Last checked 2026-10-29. Source 1
Notes on this data
Series range 1.5 A to 170 A per Beckhoff page; maxima from AX5193 (170 A rated, 221 A peak). Product status 'regular delivery'. OCT not supported on AX5193. Dual-channel models exist but were not read; safety via optional AX58xx module.
Specify Motion is not affiliated with Beckhoff Automation GmbH & Co. KG. Beckhoff Automation and AX5000 are used only to identify the product. Comparisons use published figures; always confirm against the current datasheet.
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Alternatives that meet or exceed these figures
Engineers often come to us with a Beckhoff Automation part number and leave with an alternative that is easier to source, quicker to deliver or a better fit for the machine. These 3 series from our supply network are the closest match on published figures.
Network-capable AMC digital drives spanning 10-747 VDC and 120-480 VAC, up to 150 A continuous and 250 A peak (27.4 kW peak power), in PCB, panel, machine and vehicle formats. They support almost any motor type and feedback, plus CANopen, EtherCAT, POWERLINK and Modbus.
| Published maximum | AX5000 | DigiFlex Performance Servo Drives (DP,… |
|---|---|---|
| Continuous current | 170 A | 150 A |
| Peak current | 221 A | 250 A meets or exceeds |
| Power | — | 27,400 W |
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View series →A higher-power Kinco AC drive for SMH, SMC and SMG motors on 220 or 380 VAC, with Modbus, CANopen and EtherCAT, absolute encoders to 24-bit, an independent 24 VDC control supply and direct brake output.
View FD2S Series AC Servo Drives →Figures are the highest published for each series and are not always measured the same way. A higher figure is not automatically a better choice: mounting, duty cycle, feedback, connectors and approvals matter too. An engineer will check the fit against your application before recommending anything.
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