Siemens 6SE7023-2ES87-2DA1 SIMOVERT MASTERDRIVES Braking Unit
Dynamic-braking module with a 774 V factory response threshold for compatible MASTERDRIVES DC-link systems.
01Product Identification
Siemens 6SE7023-2ES87-2DA1 is a SIMOVERT MASTERDRIVES braking unit used to dissipate regenerative DC-link energy through an assigned external braking resistor. Siemens documents a 774 V factory response threshold, 20 kW short-duty capability over 20 seconds, 30 kW over 3 seconds and 5 kW continuous braking power. The braking resistor, fuses, wiring, ventilation and duty cycle form part of the engineered braking system and must be verified together.
02Engineering Data
| Manufacturer | Siemens |
|---|---|
| Article Number | 6SE7023-2ES87-2DA1 |
| Product Family | SIMOVERT MASTERDRIVES |
| Product Type | Braking unit |
| Factory Response Threshold | 774 V DC |
| Braking Power P20 | 20 kW for 20 s |
| Braking Power P3 | 30 kW for 3 s |
| Continuous Braking Power PDB | 5 kW |
| Assigned Braking Resistor | 6SE7023-2ES87-2DC0 |
| Assigned Resistance | 20 Ω |
| Required Fuses | 2 x 3NE4102 |
| System Function | Controls regenerative-energy dissipation through an external resistor |
03Functions
Operational Functions
- Monitors the MASTERDRIVES DC link and switches an external resistor for dynamic braking.
- Uses a factory response threshold of 774 V DC for the documented application selection.
- Supports defined 20-second, 3-second and continuous braking-power classes.
- Works with the officially assigned 20 ohm braking resistor article.
- Requires two documented semiconductor-protection fuses in the engineered circuit.
- Protects the DC link from excessive regenerative energy when correctly sized and installed.
Identification
- Manufacturer: Siemens
- Model: 6SE7023-2ES87-2DA1
- Product Type: SIMOVERT MASTERDRIVES braking unit
- Status: Legacy product
04Applications
Use Cases
- Rapid deceleration of high-inertia machinery using a compatible MASTERDRIVES system.
- Hoist, winder or positioning applications that return energy to the DC link during braking.
- Legacy drive cabinets using the assigned external braking resistor and fuse arrangement.
- Maintenance replacement of an exact 6SE7023-2ES87-2DA1 braking-unit installation.
- Systems where braking duty has been calculated against the official P20, P3 and PDB values.
Compatibility Boundary
- Confirm the complete braking-unit article and the DC-link voltage class before connection.
- Use resistor 6SE7023-2ES87-2DC0 only where its 20 ohm rating and thermal installation match the application.
- Install the two 3NE4102 fuses and cable sizes specified by the engineered circuit.
- Calculate actual regenerative energy, braking frequency, duty cycle and resistor cooling.
- Do not treat published resistor dimensions as the dimensions of the braking-unit electronics.
- Follow safe DC-link discharge, grounding, insulation and high-voltage work procedures.
05Lifecycle
- The product belongs to the legacy SIMOVERT MASTERDRIVES generation.
- Preserve the complete braking calculation, resistor article, fuse selection and wiring documentation.
- No direct successor is asserted without a Siemens-supported system migration assessment.
- Inspect the resistor, cooling path, cables and protection devices when servicing the braking unit.
- After replacement, test DC-link voltage, braking response, resistor heating, fault signaling and repeated deceleration cycles.


