General Purpose AC Drive Prices
Analysis of 110,967 eBay listings for general purpose AC drives.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in 0.5 HP units and 460 V models, both showing price drops of 22-23% relative to the median. High-capacity 15 HP drives and 600 V units command significant premiums, with deltas reaching 91% to 107%.
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Price by maximum load
Why? Prices scale with power capacity, ranging from 297.13 for 0.5 HP to 794.5 for 15 HP.
Price by input voltage
Why? Voltage requirements impact cost, with 460 V at 299.97 and 600 V peaking at 733.98.
Price by brand
Why? Brand equity varies, with Siemens at 275 and ABB reaching 512.5.
Price by type
Why? Specialization affects price, with standard drives at 345.74 and vector drives at 548.5.
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Common questions
What is the price difference between new and used AC drives?
New units have a median price of 416.28, while used units are significantly lower at 250.
Which brand is the most affordable based on median pricing?
Siemens is the most affordable brand listed with a median price of 275.
How does the price of a 15 HP drive compare to the market median?
A 15 HP drive has a median price of 794.5, which is 107% above the market median of 384.09.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $78–$1,154, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 31, 2026.