Description
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kollmorgen |
| Series | S700 |
| Model | S72402 |
| Continuous output current | 24 A RMS |
| Peak output current | 48 A RMS for approximately 2 seconds; 72 A RMS for approximately 2 seconds applies to the extended-peak S7240S version |
| Input supply | 3-phase, 208–480 VAC with the specified -10%/+10% tolerance |
| Supply frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Continuous input power | 18 kVA |
| Maximum DC bus voltage | 900 VDC |
| Output-stage switching frequency | 8 kHz |
| Internal brake resistor | Standard configuration |
| Communication | EtherCAT and CANopen onboard |
| Other onboard interfaces | RS-232; 24 V pulse/direction |
| Feedback support | Resolver, encoder, incremental/A quad B, and other supported feedback types |
| Control functions | Current, speed, and position control |
| Safety | Dual-channel STO; S700 family documentation specifies up to SIL CL3 / PL e |
| Auxiliary supply | External 24 VDC |
| Width | 100 mm |
| Height | 348 mm without connectors |
| Depth | 243 mm without connectors |
| Weight | Approximately 5.5 kg |
The 48 A peak rating applies to the standard S72402 model for approximately 2 seconds. Do not use the 72 A figure unless the nameplate confirms the extended-peak S7240S version.
Product Introduction
The Kollmorgen S72402 is a high-current digital servo amplifier for industrial motion systems requiring controlled motor torque, speed, and position. Its IGBT power stage converts the incoming three-phase AC supply into a controlled motor output. The drive includes current and speed regulation, an integrated position controller, and a DC bus architecture that supports energy sharing between compatible amplifiers. An internal dynamic braking circuit dissipates regenerated energy; an external brake resistor may be required depending on the application and braking duty.
The standard S700 configuration includes EtherCAT and CANopen communication, an RS-232 setup interface, feedback evaluation, and dual-channel STO. Three front-mounted expansion slots provide options for additional fieldbus, I/O, positioning, and safety functions. The exact installed options must be checked against the full order code and physical drive, particularly where a machine uses PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, SERCOS, SynqNet, or a dedicated positioning card.

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Application Scenarios and Field Pitfalls
Typical applications
- CNC machine axes and precision positioning systems.
- Industrial packaging and material-handling machinery.
- Synchronous and asynchronous servo motor control.
- Multi-axis systems using EtherCAT or CANopen.
- High-inertia machinery requiring controlled deceleration and regenerative-energy management.
Engineering checks before replacement
- Verify the motor rating. Check continuous and peak motor current, rated voltage, feedback type, and minimum motor inductance. A 24 A drive rating alone does not establish motor compatibility.
- Confirm the supply network. The S72402 is the 208–480 VAC class. It is not interchangeable with the S7246 low-voltage-class version.
- Check the peak-current variant. S72402 and S7240S have different peak-current capabilities. Do not assume their overload performance is identical.
- Verify the communication option. The standard model has EtherCAT and CANopen onboard. Additional fieldbus options require the correct expansion card and slot configuration.
- Check STO wiring. Verify both safety channels and the machine safety circuit before commissioning. STO is not a substitute for electrical isolation during maintenance.
- Evaluate braking requirements. Confirm the internal brake resistor’s duty limits and whether an external resistor or DC-bus arrangement is required.
Related Products and Options
| Model / Part | Function | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| S71202 | 12 A S700 servo amplifier | Lower-current family member |
| S7240S | 24 A extended-peak S700 amplifier | Related higher-peak variant |
| S72402-NAF2NA | with controlled-fan option in slot 2 | Option-specific configuration |
| OPT-PB3 | PROFIBUS DP expansion card | Optional fieldbus card |
| OPT-DN | DeviceNet expansion card | Optional fieldbus card |
| OPT-SN | SynqNet expansion card | Optional fieldbus card |
| DE-201257 | Industrial memory card | Drive memory accessory |
These are related models or documented options, not automatic substitutes. Confirm the required expansion-slot configuration and firmware compatibility before changing a drive.
Procurement and Quality Control
The S700 is a legacy drive family, and secondary industrial listings describe the variants as discontinued. Current OEM service and spare-part availability should be checked before planning a long-term replacement strategy.
Before purchasing, request:
- A clear photograph of the complete nameplate and serial number.
- Confirmation of the full order code, including the additional
-NAsuffix. - Hardware and firmware revision.
- Photographs of the power, motor, feedback, and communication connectors.
- Confirmation of the installed expansion cards.
- Inspection for capacitor leakage, overheating, corrosion, and damaged terminals.
- Power-up, fault-history, and communication test records.
- A functional motor test under a compatible configuration, where possible.
Replacement recommendation: Specify the complete order code and verify the 24 A rating, 208–480 VAC supply class, feedback interface, fieldbus options, and STO wiring. Do not approve an S7240S or S7246 as a direct replacement without a documented engineering compatibility check.
