SINAMICS S120 16 kW (6SL3130-6TE21-6AA4) discontinuation

Siemens SINAMICS S120 Smart Line Module P.M410/P.M490

On 01/10/2024, the product discontinuation (P.M410) and phase-out (P.M490) for the SINAMICS S120 16 kW Smart Line Module were confirmed by Siemens. 

What does the discontinuation of the SINAMICS S120 (6SL3130-6TE21-6AA4) mean, and what replacement solutions does EICHLER offer?

What are the impacts of the discontinuation of the SINAMICS S120 Smart Line Module?

As of 01/10/2024, the SINAMICS S120 16 kW Smart Line Module (6SL3130-6TE21-6AA4) will officially move to product discontinuation (P.M410) and phase-out (P.M490) status. From this point, the module will no longer be available as a new part and can only be purchased as a spare part. For technicians and maintenance teams, this means that long-term availability of the components can no longer be guaranteed, while purchasers face the challenge of finding cost-effective solutions to keep their systems operational until planned modernisation. 

The successor, the SINAMICS S220 16 kW Booksize C-Type Smart Line Module (6SL5130-6UE21-6AC0), is already available as a replacement. A mixed operation between the SINAMICS S120 Motor Module and the Control Unit CU320/-2 remains possible. This facilitates the migration process for many users. 

What spare parts and repair strategies are available?

With the discontinuation of the SINAMICS S120, the question arises as to spare parts supply and repair options. This is where Eichler GmbH, with its expertise in the repair and maintenance of discontinued automation technology, will provide crucial support. Through its spare parts service and repair of the SINAMICS S120, maintenance teams can ensure the continued operation of their systems even after the phase-out. 

For the SINAMICS S220 16 kW Booksize Smart Line Module, suitable power connectors (screw or push-in version) are also available and must be ordered separately. Thanks to its expertise in spare parts procurement, Eichler will help ensure a smooth transition. 

Table: Overview of affected items and successors

ProductPart number Previous status (P.M400)Current status (P.M410/P.M490)SuccessorEichler services
SINAMICS S120 Smart Line6SL3130-6TE21-6AA401.10.2024Discontinuation/ phase-out6SL5130-6UE21-6AC0Repair, spare parts service

 

Legend:

  • P.M400: Product phase-out announced. Only available as a spare part; sales of new parts are discontinued
  • P.M410: Product discontinuation. The product can no longer be ordered as a new part, but remains available as a spare part.
  • P.M490: Product phase-out complete. The spare parts obligation ends, and the product is no longer supported. 

Repair services and spare parts supply will be ensured for at least five years by Siemens after P.M410, and in the long-term by Eichler. 

Repairs are generally more cost-effective than purchasing a new module and help extend the service life of the system. 

Thanks to Eichler's repair services and access to spare parts for discontinued products, operational reliability is ensured even after the phase-out. 

Yes, the SINAMICS S220 16 kW Booksize C-Type Smart Line Module (6SL5130-6UE21-6AC0) provides a direct replacement for the SINAMICS S120 and can be used in mixed operation. 

What advantages does working with Eichler offer during the product discontinuation?

Thanks to its specialisation in the repair and spare parts service for discontinued automation technology, Eichler GmbH will play a key role in supporting customers who rely on SINAMICS S120 components. Maintenance teams benefit from the extended service life of their existing systems, while purchasers achieve savings through cost-effective repair solutions and spare parts services. 

In addition, Eichler provides comprehensive advice on migration strategies to SINAMICS S220 to ensure a smooth transition and minimise unplanned breakdowns. 

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About the author

Since 2015, I have been working in marketing at EICHLER GmbH. Right at the start, I soldered a submitted S5 CPU module labeled “Made in Western Germany.” This experience sparked my enthusiasm for sustainability and repair in automation technology. Until 2024, I served as editor-in-chief of the customer magazine "News from maintenance", passionately reporting on people and solutions in industrial maintenance. In the new digital magazine, I now focus on Product Change Notifications (PCN) and Product Discontinuation Notifications (PDN). 

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Important documents

Repair advice note

Download the advice note as a PDF, or use the digital repair registration and send your defective modules to the EICHLER Service Center for repair.

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