This model is a SEW Series F parallel-shaft helical gearmotor, suitable for 11kW @ 400V industrial applications. It features an integrated electromagnetic brake, solid shaft output, hardened gear drive, and efficiency above 96%. Widely used in conveyors, cranes, material processing, and other equipment.
- Precise Model Code Breakdown
| Code Segment | Senso | Detailed Description |
| FA97 | Gear unit | F = parallel-shaft helical gear unit; A = solid shaft output; 97 = frame size (torque class) |
| G | Motor type | Inverter-duty (compatible with SEW MDX61B/MC07B drives, wide-frequency speed control) |
| DRE | Motor construction | D = three-phase induction motor; R = foot-mounted; E = high-efficiency winding |
| 160M | Motor frame | 160 = center height 160 mm; M = medium frame (rated power 11 kW) |
| 4 | Pole number | 4-pole ≈ 1450 rpm rated (synchronous 1500 rpm) |
| B | Montaggio | B5 = flange mounting (motor shaft coaxial with load, front flange fixed) |
| E20 | Brake | Electromagnetic brake (20 Nm braking torque, fail-safe, safe and reliable) |
| HF | Terminal / Protezione | Screw terminal + high protection (IP55, adatto per ambienti difficili) |
- Core Technical Specifications (Official Standard)
2.1 Electrical & Performance
| Articolo | Specifica |
| Potenza nominale | 11 kW (400V/50 Hz, delta connection); compatible with 460V/60Hz |
| Corrente nominale | Approx. 22.5 UN (400V) |
| Rated speed | Motore 1450 rpm; output speed 23–28 rpm (ratio i ≈ 63) |
| Output torque | Approx. 1100 Nm (hardened gear, 200% overload capacity) |
| Transmission efficiency | 96%–98% (hardened helical gears, low loss) |
| Voltage range | AC 380/400/415V (50Hz); AC 460V (60Hz); inverter-ready (0–50Hz) |
| Brake function | 20 Nm electromagnetic brake; fast fail-safe engagement; response ≤ 0.2 S |
2.2 Mechanical & Environmental
| Articolo | Specifica |
| Montaggio | B5 flange (standard); foot mounting optional |
| Output shaft | Solid shaft, keyed, ca. 45 mm diameter (fits standard couplings) |
| Protezione | Motor IP55, gear unit IP65 (dust‑ and water‑resistant) |
| Ambient temp. | Motore: -20°C to +40°C; Gear unit: -10°C fino a +60°C |
| Lubrication | Lifetime lubrication (no oil change required) |
| Noise level | ≤ 75 dB at rated load |
| Peso | Approx. 65 kg (motor + gear unit + brake) |
2.3 Controllare & Compatibilità
| Articolo | Specifica |
| Inverter compatibility | SEW MDX61B / MC07B series; ModBus / Profibus supported |
| Insulation class | Motor Class F (max. winding temp. 155°C); gear hardness Class H |
| Certifications | CE, UL, CSA, CCC, ATEX (opzionale) |
- Caratteristiche principali & Benefits
- Parallel-shaft compact design: Small footprint, flexible installation in limited spaces
- High-load hardened gears: ISO 6 accuracy, 58–62 HRC, lunga durata, shock-resistant
- Integrated safety brake: 20 Nm fail-safe brake prevents load drop (ideal for lifting/vertical conveying)
- Wide inverter speed range: 0.1–1500 rpm, precise speed control
- Maintenance-free: Lifetime lubrication reduces downtime for 24/7 operation
- Versatile configuration: Compatible with SEW couplings, bases, guards, ecc.
- SEW Original Series Alternatives
| Modello originale | Modello sostitutivo | Key Difference | Application |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | FA97‑GDRN160M4BE20HF | Standard → high‑efficiency motor (≈10% energy saving) | Energy retrofits, continuous duty |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | FAF97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | Solid shaft → hollow shaft | Rollers, hollow‑shaft mounting |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | FA87‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | Size 97 → 87 (lower torque, lower cost) | Light duty (≤7.5 kW) |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | FA107‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | Size 97 → 107 (higher torque) | Heavy conveyors, lifting |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | FA97‑GDRE160M4BE30HF | 20 Nm → 30 Nm brake | Heavy vertical conveying |
- Cross-Brand Replacements (International / Domestic)
5.1 International Brands
| Marca | Modello sostitutivo | Match | Key Difference |
| Siemens | FL97130‑4AA10 | ★★★★☆ | Parallel shaft, 11 kW, B5, brake separate |
| NORD | SK973.1‑110S/4 | ★★★★☆ | Hardened gears, 11 kW, integrated brake, compatible dimensions |
| Bonfiglioli | 3000M F110 | ★★★★ | Parallel shaft, 11 kW, >95% efficiency, inverter‑ready |
5.2 Chinese Brands (Conveniente)
| Marca | Modello sostitutivo | Key Specs | Cost Advantage | Application |
| Guomao | GF97‑Y11M4‑63‑B5 | 11 kW, i=63, B5, 20 Nm brake | ~60% | General industry, packaging |
| Taigong | F97‑11KW‑4P‑63 | 11 kW, solid shaft, B5, maintenance‑free | ~55% | Continuous production lines |
| Local SEW equivalent | FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF (local) | Same specs as original | ~40% | Localization projects |
- Installazione & Commissioning Notes
- Montaggio: B5 flange with 4–6 M12 bolts (80–100 N·m); coupling alignment ≤ 0.05 mm
- Cablaggio:
Motor power: L1/L2/L3 → 3-phase; PE → ground
Brake: CC 24 V (observe polarity)
Inverter: Use shielded cable, keep away from power lines
- Messa in servizio:
No-load run: 5 minutes, check noise and temperature
Brake test: Verify shaft locks when power off
Accel/decel time: 10–20 seconds to avoid shock
- Manutenzione:
Check bolt tightness every 6 mesi
Inspect brake lining annually (replace if wear >1 mm)
No oil changes required
- Applicazioni tipiche
Automated production lines (belt / roller conveyors)
Packaging machinery (filling, sealing, cartoning)
Lifting equipment (small cranes, lifting platforms)
Material processing (mixers, dryers, screens)
Environmental systems (wastewater, solid waste treatment)
SEW-FA97 Series Full Model & Cross-Brand Replacement Guide
- FA97 Series Overview & Naming Rules
SEW FA97 is a standard Series F parallel-shaft helical gearmotor with solid shaft. Power range: 0.75–30 kW, ratio: 3.77–267.43, hardened gear efficiency >96%. Used in conveying, lifting, material handling.
| Code | Senso | Descrizione |
| FA97 | Base model | F = parallel shaft; A = solid shaft; 97 = frame |
| G | Inverter‑ready | Compatible with SEW MDX61B/MC07B |
| DRE/DRN/DRS | Motor type | DRE = high efficiency; DRN = standard; DRS = brake motor |
| 160M4 | Motor data | 160 mm center height; M = medium; 4‑pole |
| BE20 | Brake | 20 Nm fail‑safe brake |
| HF | Protezione | Screw terminals, IP55 |
| Order No. | Esempio | 83.8231775901.0003.23 |
- FA97 Series Models & Order Numbers
2.1 Standard (Non-Brake)
| Modello completo | Power | Current | Ratio | Order No. Esempio | Caratteristiche |
| FA97‑GDRN160M4HF | 11 kW | 22.5A@400V | 5.36–63.89 | 83.8231775901.0003.23 | Standard, IP55 |
| FA97‑GDRN132S4HF | 5.5 kW | 11.5A@400V | 5.36–63.89 | 83.8231775901.0002.23 | Light duty |
| FA97‑GDRN180M4HF | 15 kW | 30A@400V | 5.36–63.89 | 83.8231775901.0004.23 | Heavy duty |
| FA97‑GDRN200L4HF | 30 kW | 58A@400V | 5.36–63.89 | 83.8231775901.0005.23 | Max power |
2.2 Brake Type
| Modello completo | Power | Brake Torque | Ratio | Order No. Esempio | Application |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | 11 kW | 20 Nm | 5.36–63.89 | 83.8231775901.0003.23.00 | Lifting / vertical conveyor |
| FA97‑GDRS132M4BE10HF | 7.5 kW | 10 Nm | 5.36–63.89 | 83.8231775901.0002.23.00 | Small lifts |
| FA97‑GDRE180L4BE30HF | 18.5 kW | 30 Nm | 5.36–63.89 | 83.8231775901.0004.23.00 | Heavy conveying |
| FA97‑GDRN200L4BE40HF | 30 kW | 40 Nm | 5.36–63.89 | 83.8231775901.0005.23.00 | Heavy lifting |
2.3 Special Versions
| Modello completo | Special Feature | Ambiente | Order Code |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20TF | Thermistor protection | High temp (>40°C) | Ends with TF |
| FA97‑GDRN160M4HF/EI7C | Encoder feedback | Closed-loop control | Ends with EI7C |
| FA97‑BDRN160M4HF | B5 flange mount | Compact integration | Prefix FA97B |
| FA97RF57‑GDRN132S4HF | Double reduction | High ratio (>100) | Includes RF57 |
- FA97 Series Internal Replacements
| Original | Replacement | Motivo | Key Difference | Application |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | FA107‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | Higher torque | Size 97 → 107, +30% coppia | Heavy duty upgrade |
| FA97‑GDRN160M4HF | FAF97‑GDRN160M4HF | Shaft change | Solid → hollow shaft | Roller drives |
| FA97‑GDRS132M4BE10HF | FA97‑GDRS132M4BE20HF | Stronger brake | 10 Nm → 20 Nm | Higher load safety |
| FA97‑GDRN160M4HF | FA97‑GDRE160M4HF | Higher efficiency | Standard → premium efficiency | Energy saving |
- Cross-Brand Replacements
4.1 International
Siemens Flender
| SEW FA97 | Siemens Replacement | Power | Ratio | Match | Note |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | FL97130‑4AA10 + brake | 11 kW | 5.3–63 | ★★★★☆ | Parallel shaft, separate brake |
| FA97‑GDRN132S4HF | FL97075‑4AA10 | 5.5 kW | 5.3–63 | ★★★★☆ | Same footprint |
| FA97‑GDRN180M4HF | FL97180‑4AA10 | 15 kW | 5.3–63 | ★★★★☆ | Higher torque |
NORD
| SEW FA97 | NORD Replacement | Power | Ratio | Match | Note |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | SK973.1‑110S/4 + BK20 | 11 kW | 5.4–63.2 | ★★★★★ | Integrated 20 Nm brake |
| FA97‑GDRN132S4HF | SK972.1‑075S/4 | 5.5 kW | 5.4–63.2 | ★★★★★ | High efficiency |
| FA97‑GDRN180M4HF | SK974.1‑150S/4 | 15 kW | 5.4–63.2 | ★★★★★ | Hardened gears |
Bonfiglioli
| SEW FA97 | Bonfiglioli Replacement | Power | Ratio | Match | Note |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | 3000M F110 + brake kit | 11 kW | 5.2–62.8 | ★★★★☆ | Parallel shaft, separate brake |
| FA97‑GDRN132S4HF | 3000M F075 | 5.5 kW | 5.2–62.8 | ★★★★☆ | Compact design |
4.2 Chinese Brands
Guomao
| SEW FA97 | Guomao Replacement | Power | Ratio | Cost | Application |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | GF97‑Y11M4‑63‑B5 + YEJ brake | 11 kW | 5.36–63 | ~60% | Conveyors |
| FA97‑GDRN132S4HF | GF97‑Y5.5M4‑63‑B5 | 5.5 kW | 5.36–63 | ~60% | Packaging |
| FA97‑GDRN180M4HF | GF97‑Y15M4‑63‑B5 | 15 kW | 5.36–63 | ~55% | Material handling |
Taigong
| SEW FA97 | Taigong Replacement | Power | Ratio | Cost | Application |
| FA97‑GDRE160M4BE20HF | F97‑11KW‑4P‑63‑B5 | 11 kW | 5.36–63 | ~55% | Continuous lines |
| FA97‑GDRN132S4HF | F97‑5.5KW‑4P‑63‑B5 | 5.5 kW | 5.36–63 | ~55% | Small machinery |
- Critical Selection Rules for Replacements
- Power match: Replacement power ≥ original
- Ratio match: Within ±5% of original ratio
- Dimensioni: Flange, shaft diameter, keyway must match (FA97 standard shaft: 45 mm)
- Brake: Match torque (per esempio., 20 Nm) and response time (≤0.2 s)
- Protezione: IP55 minimum for industry; IP65 for dusty/wet areas
- Certifications: CE/UL for export; CCC for domestic use
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