When a production line suffers from jerky starts, uneven speed, and frequent drive failures, the whole plant feels the impact. Slow motion control raises scrap rates, forces extra maintenance, and cuts profit. The Allen-Bradley Kinetix 5500 2198-H008-ERS2 Servo Drive removes those pain points by delivering precise torque, built-in safety, and easy Ethernet/IP integration, so your machines run smooth and your downtime drops. By cutting the need for frequent motor replacements, you also lower your overall operating cost.
Allen-Bradley Kinetix 5500 2198-H008-ERS2 Servo Drive with Kinetix
Imagine a single-axis drive that fits into a crowded panel, accepts both 1-phase and 3-phase power, and still gives you the exact speed you need. That is what the 2198-H008-ERS2 does. It is a compact AC servo drive built for the Kinetix 5500 series, designed to power conveyors, packaging heads, and robotic axes. Factories that struggle with inconsistent motion or costly rewiring finally get a reliable, plug-and-play solution that meets safety standards and keeps production humming. The drive includes a web-based setup tool that guides you through parameter tuning in minutes, so you spend less time on engineering and more time on production.
Usages
The drive works well in conveyor belts that must match line speed, in pick-and-place robots that need repeatable positioning, and in CNC spindles where torque stability is critical. It also fits palletizers, label applicators, and small workshop machines because it can run on either 240 V or 480 V supplies. The dual Ethernet/IP ports let you link the drive to a PLC, HMI, or SCADA system for real-time monitoring and control. Because the STO function can be linked to emergency stop circuits, the drive adds an extra layer of protection for any automated line.
Benefits
- Smooth torque reduces wear on belts and gears, extending equipment life.
- Built-in Safe Torque Off protects operators during maintenance, meeting safety codes.
- Dual Ethernet/IP ports give fast communication and allow network redundancy.
- Wide input voltage range lets you install the drive in many locations without extra transformers.
- Compact panel-mount size saves space in crowded control cabinets.
Specifications
| Product Name |
2198-H008-ERS2 |
| Product Type |
AC Servo Drive |
| Series |
Kinetix 5500 |
| Manufacturer |
Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation) |
| Input Voltage |
195–264 VAC (1/3-phase), 324–528 VAC (3-phase) |
| Input Frequency |
50/60 Hz |
| Continuous Output Current |
2.5 A |
| Peak Output Current |
6.25 A |
| Power Output (240V, 3-phase) |
0.8 kW |
| Power Output (480V, 3-phase) |
1.6 kW |
| Control Type |
Servo control (single-axis) |
| Communication |
Dual-port EtherNet/IP |
| Safety Features |
Integrated Safe Torque Off (STO), SIL 2 / PL d |
| Number of Digital Inputs |
2 |
| Number of Digital Outputs |
0 |
| Analog Inputs |
0 |
| Analog Outputs |
0 |
| Ethernet Ports |
2 |
| Input Phases |
1-phase / 3-phase |
| Output Phases |
3-phase |
| Protection Class |
IP20 |
| Cooling Method |
Air cooling |
| Mounting Type |
Panel mount |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) |
226 × 50 × 215 mm |
| Weight |
Approx. 1.4 kg |
| Frame Size |
Frame 1 |
| Application |
Industrial motion control / automation |
