How to estimate the maximum input current of a servo drive?

Version 5.1 by Devin Chen on 2024/09/25 16:45

Method 1: Refer to the comparison in the table below.

Output Current (A)Output Voltage (V)Output Power (W)Input current
(single phase) (A)
Input current
(three phase) (A)
recommended power cable
diameter(mm²)
32201000.890.520.5
104003.572.060.75
147506.703.87
16180016.079.281.00
21220019.6411.341.50
25260023.2113.402.50
30300026.7915.46
213803000 8.141.00

Method 2: Use a formula for the calculation.

Given:
Output power: Pout 

Input voltage: Uin 

Efficiency: η=0.7

Power factor PF=0.8

Formula:

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For example:

The VD2-014SA1G driver is used in conjunction with the WD80M-10030S-A1G motor.

Output power: Pout  =1000 W

Input voltage: Uin  =220V

Efficiency: η=0.7

Power factor PF=0.8

Calculation:

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✎Note: If you need the maximum current value for the servo drive to select a circuit breaker, multiply the obtained current value by 1.5 to prevent the circuit breaker from tripping mistakenly.