What types of applications is SINAMICS S220 best suited for?

SINAMICS S220 is designed for high‑performance motion control applications such as packaging machines, intralogistics, handling systems, and production automation. Its fast communication, precise servo control, and flexible scalability make it ideal for both simple single‑axis tasks and complex multi‑axis machine concepts.

How does SINAMICS S220 simplify engineering and commissioning?

With its seamless integration into the TIA Portal, SINAMICS S220 enables consistent engineering across drives, controllers, and safety functions. Standardized tools, ready‑to‑use technology objects, and guided commissioning workflows significantly reduce setup time and help accelerate time‑to‑market.

Can SINAMICS S220 grow with changing machine requirements?

Yes. SINAMICS S220 follows a modular system approach that allows easy expansion in terms of power, functionality, and number of axes. This scalability supports machine versions and upgrades without redesign, helping manufacturers protect their investment over the entire machine lifecycle.

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Why SINAMICS S220?

SINAMICS S220 is a high-end modular drive system designed for precision, reliability and seamless integration into automation systems. Compact yet powerful, it delivers dynamic performance across industries, from machine tools to intralogistics. With advanced digital services such as simulation, predictive maintenance and condition monitoring, it helps reduce project timelines, increase uptime and optimize energy use.

The SINAMICS S220 portfolio includes:

Modules in booksize format
Modules in chassis format
Modules in universal format
Modules in cabinet format

Powerful

Compact in size. Exceptional in performance. New standards for performance in a smaller footprint. Significantly reduced dimensions and advanced drive capabilities. Robust efficiency and intelligent integration.

Precise

Achieve maximum precision and reliability. Advanced safety functionalities and comprehensive security features ensure safe, accurate, and consistent motion control for even the most demanding tasks.

Progressive

Experience next-level performance and seamless integration. SINAMICS S220 redefines drive technology with holistic connectivity and future-ready architecture – empowering your applications to stay ahead.

Key details

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Booksize Modules	Chassis Modules	Universal Modules	Cabinet Modules
Power range up to 110 kW	Power range up to 900 kW (up to 6.984 kW in parallel connection)	Covers 14 Motor Modules and 12 Active Line Modules	Power range up to 6.984 kW (parallel connection)
air-cooled design	air-cooled design	air-cooled design	Type-tested and ready-to-operate
Supports CU320-3, SIMATIC DC, SINUMERIK NCU	Modular configuration with Line/Motor Modules	Ideal for fast commissioning and broad application range	Modular cabinet system for seamless scalability
Ideal for robotics, packaging, and additive manufacturing	Perfect for integration into custom control cabinet solutions		Reduced cabinet width and height for space savings

Featured capabilities

Integrated safety functions

Advanced safety functionalities and comprehensive security features ensure safe, accurate and consistent motion control for even the most demanding tasks.

Digital services and connectivity

Use the Digital Twin and DriveSim Designer alongside the integrated Web Server and SINAMICS Startdrive in TIA Portal for simulation, commissioning, monitoring and optimization.

Flexible, modular drive platform

Choose Booksize for compact, high-dynamic performance, Chassis for high-power applications, Universal for simplified spare parts logistics and Cabinet Modules for preconfigured, type-tested systems.

Discover how others use SINAMICS S220

Double the axes in the same installation space with SINAMICS S220 Booksize

DMG MORI, Germany

DMG MORI uses SINAMICS S220 Booksize in its DMF 400/11 FD machine to double the number of axes within the same cabinet space. High overload capability, seamless TIA Portal integration, and SINUMERIK ONE enable greater flexibility, faster machining, and outstanding workpiece quality.

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SINAMICS S220 in the automotive industry

SINAMICS S220 sets new standards in automotive manufacturing: Precise multi-axis speed control and advanced recuperation with intermediate circuit storage boost energy efficiency across dynamic production lines. The compact design minimizes cabinet space in high-density systems. Seamless TIA integration, modular scalability, and real-time diagnostics support fast variant changes, predictive maintenance, and globally standardized rollouts.