### Human: Re: Cut to length Flying Shear Hi,A couple of years ago,I made a very similar application, only using Ultra 5000 and ANSI C programming, and also instead of CAM , I used gearAfter comparing the number of pulses provided by the Aux encoder with the LenghtCount variable, it geared the motor to the encoder, after the motor position was greater or equal than the Distance variable, it disabled the gear and returned the motor to its start positioncheck the attached file, for the calculation I used to set the the variables Hope it helps Gilberto Aranha ### Assistant: Note for Moderators: this is a reply supposed to be posted to the following topic: http://forums.rockwellautomation.com/t5/forums/forumtopicpage/board-id/Motion/thread-id/818 - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Powerflex 40 smoking, but working... Hi.We have an application with about 20 VFD's (PF40 and 400) up and running OK for 3 years.One day the operator noticed that smoke (a lot) where coming out from one of the PF40's, he tripped the EM stop to cut power to the drive. The drive was stopped (motor NOT running) at the time of the smoke.Maintanence people changed the motor (it turned out that the motor also was broken) they did NOT change the drive.After this everything worked fine.What is most likely to burn when the drive is stopped? (Varistors?)Can the faulty motor (short circuit) on the output of the drive make the drive burn without tripping the overload etc? (When motor not running)The circuit breaker on incoming lines to the drive never tripped. And finaly; Yes, the drive is changed now (even thoug its working fine). Best regardsMartin ### Assistant: We had a problem some years ago on the PF4/40's where our vendor was putting too much conformal coating on the precharge resistor. The drive would smoke for awhile until the coating burned off. Not sure if this is the same problem, but it sounds like it. \n


### Human: Kinetix 6000 analog output monitors (0-5V) or (0-10V)? Regarding the output voltage range of the analog output monitors for the Kinetix 6000 drive series : The manuals specify a 0-5VDC analog output voltage range for the monitors. But, I have seen a number of K6000 modules that produce 0-10VDC on the analog outputs. Both IM modules and AM modules. Question : Was this specification changed sometime during the life cycle of this product? I've seen 0-10V produced too many times to think its hardware failures. Thanks ### Assistant: Yes, the newest Kinetix products (with part number end with -S) have the range 0-10 vdc... See the table below, taken from the User Manual: - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Drive Executive Lite download disabled There must be a simple solution regarding the Drive Executive Lite software download icon and menu item being disabled. When originally setting up the drives did not see this, now doing startup it is a problem. Using 50 flex 40 drives communicating via Controlnet comm modules. Only indicator displayed is the enabled (not running). We also have hardwire controls when the PLC comm is lost. Thanks in advance Gary ### Assistant: Hi Gary, Where are you seeing a Drive Executive Lite software download icon and menu item? \n


### Human: 160 ssc series c drives I am looking for a circuit diagram of the 160 BA06NSNF1 series c drive.Thanks ### Assistant: Hope you're not searching for the *internal* circuit diagram.... :smileysurprised: The Wiring for that drive are in its User Manual. Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Flying step change I use PowerFlex 700 drive in Pos/Spd Prof mode (Speed/Torque Mod P88). The used profil has 3 steps. First : Type: Encode abs.Second : Type: Encode abs.Third : Type : End Hold Pos. This is what I want to do : I command the first step and while it is running, then I command the second one on the fly. I expect the drive decel to the speed of the second step and the second step will finish. This is what I obtain. The first Step finishes and the motor stop before restarting with the second Step. Then the third Step takes place and the drive stop. I don’t want to have this positionning between the two steps. Note: I did it with step type EncIncBlend as fist step but it is not satisfied in my context. I must start always at position 0 to use this configuration. ### Assistant: nan \n


### Human: PF40P Replacement Issue We have recently installed some OEM equipment in our facility. It came with 5 PF40P drives. The first drive has a 22-COMM-E and then uses the DSI port over to the other drives. I am tasked with writing a procedure for replacing the drives when a failure occurs. I have several PF40 drives in plant in similar configurations and understand the DSI protocol and setting the A103(comm data rate) and A104(comm node address) parameters manually prior to downloading the .dno file to the PF40. However the PF40P does not have a keypad on the front. Am I going to have to attach a 22-COMM-E to the replacement drive, lauch DriveExecutive, change these 2 parameters, kill power, remove the 22-COMM-E and then commission the drive? I hope not. :smileysad: ### Assistant: Here from the User Manual, chapter 3 and page 2-3 : Parameters are programmed (viewed/edited) using either a DSI Remote HIM or PC programming tools (DriveExplorer™ or DriveTools SP™ software), a personal computer and a serial converter module, connected to the onboard RS-485 (DSI) port Drive Programming Tools - Descriptions and Catalog Numbers Serial Converter Module 22-SCM-232 or 1203-USB DriveExplorer Software(1) 9306-4EXP02ENE DriveTools SP Software(1) 9303-4DTS01ENE Remote Panel Mount, LCD Display 22-HIM-C2S Remote Handheld, LCD Display 22-HIM-A3 (1) Requires a Serial Converter Module. See also Appendix B for a complete list of accessories. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Ultra 3000 e24 We have several ultra 3000 drives but only have trouble with a couple. During warmer weather we start getting E24 excess velocity error. We have changed the cables, motor and drive with another set-up and the problem doesn't follow the parts. Has anyone else had this problem? ### Assistant: I suggest to review the following technotes: Aid 47229 - Aid 49946 - Aid 61948 Please be aware a TechConnect Authorization is needed to access all the above technotes... - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Fault Times and Power Up Marker We trying to make sense of the PF700's Fault Times. Is it possible to read the current value of the 'Power Up Marker'? It appears the value in Parameter 242 [Power Up Marker] is only updated when a new fault occurs. The thought was: if we had access to the real-time 'Power Up Marker' value we could determine the age of Faults 1-7 Thanks... ### Assistant: I suggest to take a look to the following technotes, to get infos about Fault time... Aid 46598 - Aid 63837 - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: 1747-SCNR Loses Keeper when Power Cycled. I have read the tech note on the issue with Powerflex 700 drives using a 20-COMM-C module possibly causing keeper loss on a Controlnet scanner. The situation I have is the same condition but occurs on networks with Powerflex 1336 plus 2 drives utilizing scanports and networks with Powerflex 700 drives. When we power down the PLC we get the SIGM message and I/OU displayed. We have to re-download the network file and then everything starts working, The scanner is a 1747-SCNR series A Rev C with four 1336 Plus 2 drives - Catalog 1336F Major Rev 40 Minor Rev 001. I believe these are utilizing scan ports for their comms. The same issue happens to 1747-SCNR Controlnet scanners controlling PowerFlex 700 VC 600V drives utilizing DPI to ControlNet modules, with a mix of drives at Major Rev 3 Minor Rev 002 and Major Rev 4 and Minor Rev 010. How do we avoid the Keeper loss or having to redownload the network after we cycle power to the PLC?? Do we need to flash the drive firmware or is this a scanner issue?? ### Assistant: The keeper is stored in the lowest numbered ControlNet address of a network. Make sure that the drive is not the lowest number. Also make sure that any redundant processor rack is never the lowest address, it creates a LOT of overhead. Good Luck,Tobin \n


### Human: PowerFlex We have a 40HP 480 volt three phase squirrel cage motor that draws 47 AMPS-what size PowerFlex drive would handle that? Thank you ### Assistant: There are many different models of PowerFlex drives, the selection could be related to your application needs (Heavy / Normal duty, Intermittent Overload, desidered options etc...) I suggest to review the following: Drives comparisonApplication ShowcaseSelection Guide The last document contains useful selection tables, where you may find the correct drive for the required current of your motor application. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: ControlLogix 1756-M02AE/A Servo Module I have a new 1756-M02AE/A servo module installed in my rack. When I attempt to configure the card the catalog number is present but grayed out. Please advise. ### Assistant: Are you trying to add it in online mode ?Try the same offline, only some modules can be added during online... - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Need documents of Maxitron 8500 SCL As the title, Is anyone can provide me the documents(Manuals,Pictures,Spare parts list) of Maxitron 8500 SCL? Appreciate it. ### Assistant: Was that a Reliance Electric product ? If so, it's old enough that I have never seen one. Can you tell us more about this device ? I don't know if Baldor took over responsibility for obsolete parts and repair when they bought the Reliance Electric motors and drives business a few years ago. \n


### Human: PowerFlex 70 Question Hi All, This is the first time I've been asked this question, and there isn't anything written in the user manual or reference manual that I can find; but are the analog outputs on the PF70 powered from the drive? I want to say yes, but if I have something to back that statement up it would really help. Cheers all. ### Assistant: Yes, the analog output signals are sourced from the drive's power supply. \n


### Human: 1336 Plus II HIM Network Error 7 I have a 1336 Plus II drive with a HIM and whenever I start the drive up it runs through its typical start-up routine and when the HIM attempts to connect to the drive it just goes to a network error 7. It attempts to reconnect but just goes back to the network error. Any thoughts? ### Assistant: Hmmm... there is a reference to this error code at the following link: http://www.ab.com/support/abdrives/peripherals/1201/errors.html It seems to be an internal bus error... did you try that HIM on another drive, or another HIM with the drive where the error is noticed ?...just to better understand if the problem is in the Main Drive Board or the HIM is faulty.... :smileysurprised: - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Powerflex 40P I have an application where I am trying to use a Powerflex 40P. Basically when the machine is in manual mode I want to be able to jog fwd, and bwd. When the machine is in auto, I want to be able to move to two set positions. I am using an encoder. I have the drive set up using Position Step Logix, and I can get the drive to jog fwd, and rev and I can get the drive to go to the first position but I cannot get it to go to the next position. The first position is 1000 units past home, the second position is at 500 units past home. I the encoder set for quad check. Any ideas? ### Assistant: May you better describe the situation when the first position is done...drive status ? Did you configure the Logix to go to step 1 after step 0 done ? Just give us more details, to get more help from users ! :smileywink: - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: PowerFlex 70 - 2D drawing Hi, I am going to be using a PowerFlex 70 (part number 20AD3P4A3AYNNEC1). I was wondering if there is anywhere I can download a 2D front view CAD drawing of this drive. I want to put it in my panel drawings. On the AB website, I was only able to find a 3d drawing. I'd prefer to keep my panel drawings in 2D. Thanks in advance, Paul ### Assistant: Hello, The only CAD drawings that I can find are 3D. \n


### Human: PF400, No parameters in RSNetworx HiI have several PF4 and 400 connected on devicenet to a compactlogix system, via commD in single mode.When I browse the devicenet in RSNetworx, all my drives appear perfectly. When I double click any of the PF4's I get properties and parameters perfect.But when I click any of the PF400's the drive becomes missing in RSNetworx and I only get the first tab in the pop-up for the drive, no parameters or anything.If I do a new single browse in RSNetworx the drive becomes OK again in the list.When I bowse the network in RSLinx I can not see the PF400's but all the PF4's appears. I have tried to register new EDS-files both manually and with internet download without result. Anyone seen this before? BRMartin ### Assistant: Hi Martin, I suggest first to try what Jim Flood suggested in the following post: http://forums.rockwellautomation.com/t5/forums/forumtopicpage/board-id/Drives/message-id/1866#M1866 Let us know the results... - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: PowerFlex 753 Motor Cable Length Is there Motor Cable Length Restrictions Table for PowerFlex 753? ### Assistant: Informations about Motor Cable Length restrictions are, for all the Rockwell Automation drives, inside the Wiring and Grounding Guide This manual doesn't contain yet a specific table about new PF750 series (PF753-PF755)... anyway, I've asked engineers through Tech Support and they suggested to use the table for PF700VC contained in the above manual as reference. Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: DECEL rate versus overshoot. I use PowerFlex 700 drive in Pos/Spd Prof mode (Speed/Torque Mod P88). I noticed that Decel Rate (p142) impact positionning overshoot. If I increase the value of Decel , the final positionning overshoot more . The step type is encoder abs. My logic tells to myself that the longer Decel is, better the final approch should be! It is very important to understand what is append because I need to increase the decel rate but I can’t tolerate important overshoot. Note : I tried to adjust P718 and P719 Position Regulation loop. This did not give good result. ### Assistant: have you set the inertia parameter? if the inertia is too low, the drive will try to decel too hard, and overshoot. if it is too high the drive will hunt for the final position. \n


### Human: Power Flex 40 Speed transition Hello All, I have a turn Table that is driven by a 1 hp motor controlled from a Powerflex 40. The Turn table is 18 feet in diameter.After all four stations are complete, the VFD is told to Run at the preset frequency of 60 Hz. During the rotation @ approximately 11sec, a prox switch is flagged that changes the preset frequency to 10Hz for a slow down and finally the stop prox switch is flagged and engages stop. During the slowdown process the turn table appears to stop (Jerk) and then continue on at the 10Hz speed. How can I ease the transition between the selectable presets? More info: The selection of the preset is controlled by 3 inputs to 5, 6, 7 on the terminal strip. The purpose was to have 4 selectable speeds and a slowdown speed to ease the stopping of this massive turn table. Suggestions are appreciated. ### Assistant: You will need to closed vector using a Powerflex40P with encoder feedback from the motor. With the large diameter the gearing would cause alot of back pressure onto the motor shaft when decelerating. \n


### Human: smc 3 dip switches Im trying to find information on the dip switches for the smc 3 i cant find any literature on this drive on ab.com ### Assistant: Try to take a look to the following technotes: Aid 24364 - Aid 35399 - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: 160 Series Drive question for a friend A friend just purchased a 160-BA04 drive (380-460 Volts) and wants to know if it can be configured for 230 Volts w/o frying it? ### Assistant: Unfortunately it will not work.... see the following table for input voltage range of that drive.... - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Kinetix 600 IAM Replacement Issue I had a drive with a E35 fault but we did not have any supply voltage problems. After replacing the drive the display on all the drives in the rack would only cycle up to phase 3 and never go to 4. We troubleshot this for a couple hours but to make a long story short we tried 2 more drives before we found one that worked. We have not been able to explain what may have caused this....bad drives......wrong revision ### Assistant: AID 48895 FYI \n


### Human: POWER FLEX 70 FRONT COVER I need to locate the part number for a power flex 70 (frame d) front cover, how can I do this.need asap, client shut down. ### Assistant: Please have a look to the following link, there is a .pdf for Spare Parts. http://www.ab.com/support/abdrives/powerflex70/PF7 ReleasedParts.pdf Get in touch with the Rockwell Automation representative for your region to obtain a quotation and more infos. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Can 1203-GM1 adapter fit into PF70EC? Hi, There are few AN/KB stated 1203-GD1, GK1 & GM1 can be re-used on PF70EC, if firmware revision is 2.08 or higher. But can it be fitted, physically to the 20-COMM-R adapter of PF70EC? Thanks. ### Assistant: No, they are anyway external interfaces... Fit an external 1203-GD1, 1203-GK1 connected with a SCANport cable 1202-C03 into DPI Port 2 of the drive. An adapter with firmware frn 2.08 or later will be required, so the existing adapter can be re-used if suitable. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Spara parts of PF700S Please, where can I find information about spare parts corresponding to PowerFlex 700S, like list spare parts, delivery time and quotation, the catalogue number is:20DD385A0ENNBNANE Please, Can You help me? with some information. ### Assistant: Please have a look to the following link, there is a .pdf for Spare Parts. http://www.ab.com/support/abdrives/powerflex70/PF7ReleasedParts.pdf Get in touch with the Rockwell Automation representative for your region to obtain a quotation and more infos. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Controllogix Motion Control Project I have a new project that has >20 K6000 axis implemented. These axis will be using the following modes1. Position Control2. Torque Control3. Sensor based positioning4. Camming5. Gearing So far i have divided the critical axis in to two motion groups to keep the course update rate at a minimum1. 1756-MO16SE will be used for 14 axis (Positioning, Torque Control, Gearing)2. 1756-MO8SE will be used for 6 axis (Positioning, Sensor based positioning, Camming, Gearing) There will also be a number of IO and VSD's to be controlled in the system I have chosen a single 1756-L61 processor at this stage for the system.I know the 1756-L7X processors are on the way but i dont have any specs... My questions are:What are the limitations of running multiple axis on one processor?,When do you need to implement a second processor?Are there any other unknowns or limiting factors that arent in the manuals?What other successfull applications with this approximate qantity of axis have been implemented using these products? ### Assistant: Donovan, You can run up to 32 axis on one control logix processor. One processor can only have one motion group. You can put it into as many sercos cards you want. The limitation is that you need to make the course update time a multiple of the sercos ring time. All sercos ring times must be the same. Then the faster you update the motion task the more time is set as side just for motion. You can set the processor to run 2ms course update periods but with 20 axis this will be all of the processor time. you may even get a overlap fault at that rate. I have done a project with 28 axis in one controller 17 servo 4 feedback only and 6 virtual. It was setup to have 8ms C.U.P. and all it did was motion. All of the tasks ran at 10ms periodic. I used a UDT and produce and consume tags to get the information to the line controller (2nd 1756-L62). The line controller monitored all of the I/O nodes (30 Ethernet nodes) and operator interfaces (6 PV+700s). I used 5 racks of K6K drives all BM05's. It took up 4 door cabinet just for the servos and VFD's. I used a 4 slot PLC rack that had an L61, M16SE, M16SE, and ENBT. Everything talked over ethernet to 2nd rack that was in a 2 door enclosure. It was a 17 slot chassis that had 3 ENBT cards 2 DHRIO, 1 DNB and some I/O. I can confirm it can be done in one but you need to be mindful that it takes a lot of processor to just run a motion application that controls that many motors. I would highly recommend at least 2 processors. Even with 2 processors you will find that you have to program conservatively to make sure things are not scanned when they are not required. One other note L61,L62,L63 processors all have the same SPEED. The memory is the only thing that is different. Don't let someone sell you a L63 because it is faster. I hope this helps. -Paul \n


### Human: PF400 Commanded Freq. via a Remote HIM will be replace by Max. Freq when ESC is being press Hi all,I have this serious problem with powerFlex 400, the application is for Chiller. so there were two operation Remote(PLC) and Local. in Local mode, I used a push Button and a Remote HIM( 22-HIM-C25), the problem is in the Commanded freq. when ever i Press Up or Down key to set a speed and press enter or save. and press esc button, and if you happen to press again the up and down key incase you want to change again. the Commanded freq will shot up to the Maximum freq. this is weird and very unsafe..anybody can help... please.. Gnix ### Assistant: I've heard about this problem before, as far as I can remember this happen only when P034 (Minimum Freq) is set to a value different than 0... try to set it to 0 and see if it solves. I don't know if it is solved in the last 6.01 firmware ... :smileysurprised: - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: E59 My Ultra3000 manual has no explanation of e59 - only to call AB. This morning 2 of 7 drives started with e59 when everything was ok yesterday. Does anyone have a better explanation or experience with the e59 error. ### Assistant: Nothing about experiences on that, just some indications in the Knowledgebase: http://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/34165 - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: PF 700H Fault subcode 395 I have a customer that has the following F81 DPI loss with a fault subcode of 395. I cannot find this in the 700H manuals. Can someone point me to the correct manual and page so that I can determine what a Fault subcode of 395 with a Fault 81 is defining? Thanks ### Assistant: check here http://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/68033 if you have an a-6 him \n


### Human: Dual Position is now working but I have a few issue to sort out Can you help with options? 1. When there is not sheet in the straightener the servo goes into a run-away because the motor is trying to close the position error but the encoder is not moving because there is no sheet.Solution 1:install sensor at encoder and MSF the axis when no sheet is present. This would work but would adversely affect next issue. Or maybe only MSF the axis if the axis is Dual Position Servo. then Apply Solution 2.Solution 2:Install sensor at encoder and SSV the Axis to Position servo when no sheet is present. Then re-MSO then axis. 2. When loading a new sheet both the run-away issue is present and the issue that I can not Jog the sheet into the straightener with out Position error. I have about 24 Inches between the pull roler and Encoder.Solution 1:When In Manual or before a Jog command SSV the axis to Position Servo. GSV to be sure the axis is Position servo then execute the Jog Command. Above Sensor would place the Axis into Position Servo. ### Assistant: Well.. that's a difficult application. First, Switching axis modes from a dual mode to a single mode is restricted according to the K6K firmware release notes (under restrictions). I wouldn't depend on that method working unless you plan on cycling power to the drive to reset the drive configuration every time you switch modes. I would imagine this is unacceptable wait time. I'll admit that I haven't done this before but I'm going to suggest it. Change the servo loop configuration over to Dual Command/Feedback Servo. When the material runs out Zero the Proportional & Integral gain and change the position error to status only (if used). The Dual command should allow the system to still run velocity mode. The thing that I don't know is if the Sercos Card or Motion planner will try to close the position loop from one of the upper control levels. Because the Position gain and Integral gain are zero the only command that the motor reacts to is the Velocity command. If the velocity is zero than the motor should stay stationary. This should still let you jog the motor and move the material. Once the material is feed back into the system the position can be redefined to 0 (select actual-- not command) or some other value that zeros out the position error. You may have to MSF and MSO to reset the position error, I don't know for sure. Re-enable the proportional gain and integral gain and operate the equipment. I won't guarantee this will work but in theory it should. I don't have the hardware to test this either. I'll Take credit if it does work though. :smileywink: \n


### Human: EDS FILE for SMC-FLEX 150-F317NCD Hi All,Could you help me to find eds file for SMC-FLEX 150-F317NCD, I had already checked with AB website but I dont find, Regards,Naina ### Assistant: Try the following technotes: Aid 52887 - Aid 51127 - Aid 40721 - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: PowerFlex 40P scattered read on Ethernet I see the knowledgebase article (63547 - PowerFlex40 Scattered Read/Write on DeviceNet), but was wondering if the same works for on Ethernet (with 22-COMM-E).If so, is everything the same as DeviceNet?Thanks, Kevin ### Assistant: Kevin, The 22-comm-e supports scattered reads and writes through the DPI Parameter Object. The method is the same as the other scattered R/W MSGs that you have configured already. \n


### Human: Powerflex 700 Fault code 121 F121 I/O Comm Loss- Manual points to possible induced noise on I/O wiring, but O-scope did not detect any issues. I/O card has been replaced and still getting this fault. We then tried isolation relays on the input wiring and still getting this fault. Does anyone have any ideas????? ### Assistant: Aid 21123 states this fault is caused by the I/O board (or its processor) not communicating to the main control board (or its processor).It also suggest to replace the I/O board, as you've already done without success.... :smileysad: The PF700 User Manual also reports there could be the need to replace the Main Control Board.... I/O Comm Loss F121 - I/O Board lost communications with the Main Control Board. Check connector. Check for induced noise. Replace I/O board or Main Control Board. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Issue with KB 56209 MSG about SERCOS ring Fault. Please refer to Knowledge Base 56209 I have do this test in the Lab, but with the MSG error. CompactLogix L43, firmware 17.2; 1768-M04SE; firmware 17.16; alais for 'Sm' 2094-AC05-M01; firmware 1.113; alais for 'ac05' 2094-AM01; firmware 1.113; alais for 'am01' message to read the error log in the SERCOS motion module: with Error Code: 16 ### Assistant: Never tested but, as far as I can understand from the technote, the target of the message should be the 1768-M04SE... did you configure the path accordingly ? - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Integration of LabVIEW and Ultraware for the Ultra 3000 Drive Do any drivers exist which provide an interface between LabVIEW and an Ultra 3000 drive? Or is it possible to use the Ultraware software in conjunction with LabVIEW? Many thanks! ### Assistant: Hi, and welcome to the Forum ! Well, as far as I know, there isn't something ready to do that communication... the only way (really not easy !) could be the use of the Host Commands through the Ultra 3000 serial port. Start taking a look to Host Command Reference Manual Consider the usage of Kepware User-Configurable-Driver (created using KEPServer EX), basically a configurable OPC driver.There is an example of its usage made for A-B Panelview, maybe it can be useful to understand how it works (Aid 32390) Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: GV3000 AC DRIVE CHECK SUM ERROR KEEPS COMING UP UVEN AFTER REPROGRAMING AND VERIFYING.DID THE POWER MODULE ID PROCHURE AND VERIFIED. WHEN TRYING TO START WITHGOOD LAPTOP PROGRAM, GIVES CHS ERROR. ANY IDEAS?? ### Assistant: Try to take a look to Aid 24615 ... - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: PF 400 drive communication to a CompctLogix Controller using MSG My applications requires reading the current from a PF 400 through an MSG block but I don't know how to set it up. Can you give me help? ### Assistant: See the Explicit Message examples on the Communication Module User Manual... Ethernet/IP - chapter 6Devicenet - chapter 6 - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Error 'Catastrophic failure' during installing Ultraware v1.64 I have installed Ultraware 1.63 long time ago. This software warning me that 'Unable to open Ultraware local machine registry key. You may need to reinstall Ultraware' So I download the Ultraware v1.64 from rockwell automation software site. But the installer warning me that What can I do to resolve this issue? ### Assistant: Try the fix attached to Aid 29168 (it is about version 1.61, but why don't try ?) :smileytongue: Otherwise, call Tech Support, there aren't other infos about this strange error... - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: powerflex 700 series b frame 3 can i fit auxiliary control cat. no 20-24v-aux1 to this model of drive as i loose device net when e/m stop is pressed ### Assistant: Basically yes, you can use it, just verify first the important informations contained in the following document: http://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/du/20b-du009_-en-p.pdf - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Powerflex 40 I am using the powerflex to control an exhaust fan. I would like change a couple of the Advanced parameters, specifically A100 and the autotune parameter. Does anyone know how to do this? Thanks ### Assistant: Some of the parameters require you to stop drive before changing... :smileysurprised: - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: 1336 Plus II output voltage problem Hello everybody.I have 2 drives with one problem. Briefly: when drive stopped but start command issued drive is not start and in [Drive Alarm 2] set up bit ### Assistant: Hi, and welcome to the Forum ! There are some informations about this Alarm inside Aid 54888... it seems related to a defective Gate Driver Board... contact your Rockwell representative to have infos about spare parts or repair... - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Powerflex 700 series A rev. 3.003 doesn't stop (error F24) Hi everyone. I have problem with one powerflex 700 drive. It happens when the drive tries to stop. It decelerate on 30 RPM in a few seconds and after that goes on 60 RPM and continue to run on that speed until error message decel inhibit (error F24). Any ideas. ### Assistant: User Manual gives indications about this fault... The drive is not following a commanded deceleration because it is attempting to limit bus voltage. Actions: 1. Verify input voltage is within drive specified limits. 2. Verify system ground impedance follows proper grounding techniques. 3. Disable bus regulation and/or add dynamic brake resistor and/or extend deceleration time. Refer to the Attention statement on page P-4 for further info. Parameter 238 bit 6 is the location to turn this fault on or off. By factory defaults this bit is on.Parameter 161, 162 and 160 are the bus regultation parameters that can be adjusted for application if the bus regulation is desired. See also Reference Manual for more infos about Bus Regulation. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Powerflex 400 problem Hi everyone. I have problem with one powerflex 400 drive (22C-D105A103/D08A103). It happens when the drive tries to run. It failed to run with message (FAULT 032 Fan Fdbck Loss). I tried to find the fault description at Powerflex 400 user manual, but didn't find any fault with ID FAULT32. Any ideas ? ### Assistant: Per the online PF 400 manual, page 4-4:F32 Fan Fdbck Loss (FRN 6.xx and later) ➁ A loss of cooling fan feedback has been detected. (Frames E and F only) Make sure cooling fans are clear of debris and spinning freely. Replace fan if necessary. \n


### Human: Powerflex 753 will not run in reverse Hi Everyone We are trying to commissioning a Powerflex 753, the inverter is wired for reversible 2 wire control, with a a115v I/O module.When the forward input is on the drive starts and runs ok, the F appears on the HIM display, when the reverse input is on the drive starts in the same direction (forward) and the F flashes on the HIM ?The fwd and rev inputs are correct when I look at the Digin sts word on the HIM (Bit 0 fwd, Bit 1 Rev) which suggests the wiring is correct.the parameters 164 and 165 are set to look at the DI relevent bits, all the other DI parameters are disabled.Parameter 308 is set to unipolar (digital)As I said the drive will start and run OK, just in one direction !I suspect we have missed a parameter somewhere, but cannot see it even after searching the manualany help would be appreciatedThanksPeter ### Assistant: Two dummy questions at first: 1. Did you restart the drive after parameter settings ?2. The Fwd input is off when the Rev input is on ? (it MUST be ! ) Please, check also the following parameters and settings for 2 wire reversing control: - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Megger Servo Motor TL-A230P Is there any issue with Meggering a Servo Motor? I don't see why it would be different from any other AC Motor, but before I try it I want to make sure it won't damage the motor. The specific motor I want to check is an TL-A230P-Bxx2. Since it is rated for 230V, I would only megger it at 500V (~2x rated). Thanks. ### Assistant: You will not hurt it. The motor Data sheet can be found here http://raise.rockwellautomation.com/raconfig/rtcache/pdf/tl-a230p-bj32aaese.pdf In the data sheet it gives the motor resistance and inductance. it also has a dielectric strength of 1800VAC for 1 second. I think a 500 VDC test would be fine for a short test. Just don't megger the encoder. \n


### Human: ControlLogix MSG instructions I need to query a bunch of drive parameters using ControlLogix MSG instructions. Must I issue one message at a time and wait for it's .DN bit before executing the next MSG instruction, or can I fire them all off at once and wait for .DN from all of them? Mike ### Assistant: Mike, firing many messages together could generate some problems... it is better to manage them... Take a look to the following technotes... Aid 39998Aid 21193 Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Ultraware software manual Is there a newer manual for Ultraware software other than Release 1.51. I cannot find it ### Assistant: As far as I know, there isn't... :smileysad: - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Single Phase Output on Drives Has anyone ever tried to single phase out a PowerFlex drive, or know of what needs to be done to try this? I didn't think it was possible, but a customer has been doing it with a Moeller drive (440/460V) and was also told by the local Siemens distributor that their drives can do it up to 230V. Any suggestions? Is there perhaps a unique firmware configuration that would have the IGBTs firing off in a single phase configuration as oppose to a 3-phase? If this is possible, it would create a new motor control market. Cheers. ### Assistant: The output phase angle of these drives is 120 degress per phase which will not work with single phase motors. You can get a single phase motor to rotate if it is unloaded, but it will not produce much torque. Drives that are designed to control single phase motors must be used. I have used a drive to control a single phase permanent split-capacitor motor, but that required bringing one of the capacitor leads out of the motor and connecting it to the third output phase of the drive. The cap didn't last very long having to deal with the PWM. \n


### Human: How do I reset Absolute Reference Status I am having trouble with my Kinetix 2000. After a power cycle I can not seem to get my Absolute Reference Bit to reset. How can I do this. I am not sure on the firmware revision but could this be a problem that I need to upgrade the revision to get it fixed? The machine has been power cycled many times before and I have never had this problem. I have a fault set up that will not allow the machine to work but there is no fault on the drive itself. I can work around my fault I set up and the machine runs fine. All values are correct and home is found everytime.... ### Assistant: MRP or MAH (w/parameters not set to Immediate & Absolute) will reset the .AbsoluteReferenceStatus bit \n


### Human: Ultra 3000 error code 44 Is there an explanation of error code 44. The tech note i looked at references something about the current power cycle which does not make sense. What will cause the fault and how can you reset it. Does it require that you power down the entire system to clear it. ### Assistant: Prevention: Maintain encoder signal integrity, eliminate noise sources. and thats kind of a mash up a couple knowbase docs 36307 and 36895 When a lost motion fault occurs, the nonvolatile, absolute homed status (and Logix absolute reference) is cleared only if the drive has been homed during the current power cycle. This is because motion may have been lost prior to establishing the home position. When motion is lost and then the drive is homed, the home position will appear to change on the next power cycle by the amount of lost position. Therefore, the drive must be power cycled and then homed again. If the drive is homed, but not in the current power cycle, then the nonvolatile homed status is not cleared and only a drive reset is required after a lost motion fault. The drive will be correctly homed after the power cycle/reset. This applies to single and multiturn devices for stand alone and Logix applications. \n


### Human: Gearing questions I have a 1000ppr encoder on axis 1 (Sorter Drive) and 1000ppr encoder on axis 2 (Cut-N-Two Drive). At any given point, I need to go to half speed on axis 2 then back up following axis 1 in a short distance. The application is a Planer Sorter and a Cut-N-Two Drive. Currently I use the PLC to do this but at higher speeds I think gearing might be better. We run about 140 lugs per min so the other chain (Cut-N-Two) needs to hold back to create that empty lug as the board will be cut in two and later on down the line, we lift one piece up and set in back down in the empty lug. Each lugspace is one full turn of the encoder and I'm thinking about using a MO2AE Motion Card. Any ideas?? Thanks ### Assistant: Gearing (MAG instruction) is a great way to go if you are not concerned about position-locking the slave axis to the master axis. It's very easy to use and change on the fly. If you need to maintain position lock, using MAPC and MCCP instructions (cam profiles) are the way to go. 1 to 1 cam profiles look exactly like 1 to 1 gearing, but executing an MAPC means that the slave starts following the master at the same place every time. This is not the case with gearing. \n


### Human: PowerFlex 70 DC Bus I've noticed on my motor trend that I have a spike in my dc bus at the same time i have a spike in my hertz. This is a conveyor running at 220 fpm being fed product from a conveyor running at 75 fpm and dumping onto a conveyor running at 285 fpm. Not sure if the product being pulled is the cause or product being pushed is the culprit. Any feedback would be great! ### Assistant: nan \n


### Human: PF70 - Parameter 53 Hi all, Can anybody explain what is the difference betwen a “Custom V/Hz” and “Fan/Pmp V/Hz”, are both of this setting drive is in V/Hz mode.. is the torque level between this two are not the same? if yes what is the percentage factor.. Thanks, Gnix ### Assistant: Hi Gnix, I suggest to review the PowerFlex 70 & 700 Reference Manual, starting page 51 (Motor Control Modes) , for details about your request. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: PWM ? So, here is the set up - Old Drive : 1336 Plus II200 HPInstalled, and ran fine for about 7 years. Old Drive Failed for unknown reason. Replaced with New Drive - Powerflex 700 - 200hp Heavy Duty Motor Cable Length - less than 100 ft maybe even closer to 50 ft We are not able to keep the Powerflex running for any longer than 9 months, sometimes shorter. the drive will have a major failure in the output section. Smoke released very big boom. This has happened 3 times. Side note - some questions as to if the cabinet is big enough, and if the air flow is proper but for this question this assume that is not an issue. My question : Is it possible that the PWM Frequency is causing issues in the old motor cables ( Still have the original cables from the 1336 Plus II ) that is someone getting back into the drive. I know this sounds far-fetched...but is it possible...and I know anything is possible but... My point being..could this be an issue if the old cables are not replaced And they are 9+ years old now. Thanks I look forward to all feedback ### Assistant: Hi there, I have a couple quetions regarding the set up. Is the system grounded or not? If the system is not grounded and the ground jumpers are not removed that could cause you some issues. Has the motor been replaced? If it is still the original motor, perhaps that is why the 1336 failled. From the information posted it seems like some sort of short back into the drive. It could be related to the cables, but I'm wondering if there is some outside factor feeding back into the drive. Regen feedback or something of the such. Have a good one. \n


### Human: VFD / Motor Practical Range of Speed Control We are designing a rotary raking mechanisn driven by a gearbox that will operate at different speeds (from revolutions per minute to minutes per revolution). This equipment will be installed in a continuos (24/7) batch process operation. One option calls for a gearbox driven by a single 30HP inverter duty motor. Production requirements will demand VFD outputs ranging from a low of 1 HZ to a maximum of 108 HZ. Is this a sound and / or reliable design? ### Assistant: It could be done, you would really need to make sure that whatever motor you install can handle the extremes of such slow speed and then to be able to be adjusted to the higher speed too. I would also advise the use of an encoder to ensure that you accurately achieve the slow speed setting. Take care. \n


### Human: Access to 1336F through ControlNet using OPC(DDE) Hello all!Maybe who knows...:Access to 1336F through ControlNet using OPC(DDE) is possible?Existing communication link: RSLinx Classic Gateway--EtherNet(Logix5000)--ControlNet--1203-CN1--1336F.Need to create some kind of OPC client for monitoring 1336F parameters. If it's not possible maybe some alternative way exists?Any suggestions? ### Assistant: Really no ways??? \n


### Human: Add index option Is there a way to control position with a 2098-DSD-010-DN Firmware 1.32? or Is possible to convert a 2098-DSD-010-DN to 2098-DSD-010X-DN? ### Assistant: You may control your Ultra Servo Drive from an external controller by Analog Command or Pulse Train... as far as I know, there is no way to a have a conversion in the field from servo model to an Indexer or Devicenet model...you have to buy a new drive for that. :smileysad: - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: 1769-L23E-QBFC1B and Encoder 845T I have a 1769-L23E QBFC1B CompactLogix and I have connected 2 Allen Bradley Encoders of 845T series. My purpose is use this to represente position of a mechanical arm that I have. My problem is, that I only see increments in the counters, to decrement the counter I use the signal Local:4:O.CtrXDirectionInvert, it works, but , How can I change direction using the encoders signals? Thanks for help!!! ### Assistant: Duplicated thread, see HERE the one with replies. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Silly Drive Question..?? This may be a silly question, but I have to ask it.. Can I run a 230VAC 3phase motor from a 480VAC drive by setting the maximum output voltage parameter to 230? I'm thinking of using a 2HP Powerflex 4M to drive a 3/8HP 230VAC motor. The 2HP drive should cover the motor rated current at 230 VAC. Is this possible?? ### Assistant: As long as you match the current of your drive to the current of the motor, it should work. The drive is designed to control the voltage output to the motor. It just cannot output more voltage than it takes in. Except in the case of 120V input, there has to be an exception to every rule right? Cheers. \n


### Human: Powerflex 755 Hi: When I try to add new module on my I/O window in RSLogix 5000 I can't find this drive. How can I get It?For the application I need, the cpu is 1756-L55 Ver 15.3. Thanks ### Assistant: You can obtain the newest Drives AOP here: http://support.rockwellautomation.com/controlflash/LogixProfiler.asp This Drives AOP can be used with RSLogix 5000 V16 or later....this would require you to upgrade the processor firmware to V16.xx. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: PF400 powering up in Hand mode I have 2 PF400 7.5hp drives, one of them keeps booting up in Hand mode after a power outage.I recorded the basic parameters :p031-460, p032-60, p033-12, p034-15, p035-60, p036-003, p037-001, p038-002, p039-150, p040-20, p042-002What other parameters should I look at that could prevent the drive from booting in automatic mode? ### Assistant: Hi, and welcome to the Forum ! What about parameters T051, T052, T053 and T054 ?You have configured P042 to use the AUTO key to switch from Local Control to Remote Control, which is the state of the drive before powered down ? - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Powerflex40P with Encoder, Just want Speed Control.... I have an application that uses a PF40P with an Encoder. I want to simply set the speed and am not doing any positioning. I'm guessing that I need to set the unit for PID control with the encoder as the PID feedback. Are there any User Guide that define the steps/basics behind this without reading the entire manual??? Thanks ### Assistant: You can read the first part of Appendix F in the PF40P user manual to help you setup the encoder for speed feedback. \n


### Human: Roll Mill Launcher We have an application that was recently upgraded from an old 1394 multi axis servo to K6K. Two of these axis where geared together during a launching cycle to feed a sheet into a Roll mill. With the 1394 you where able to enable both axis to gear then trigger a start but with K6k when the MAG for the first Axis to the Mill is turned on it start and then the Next MAG is enabled releasing the second axis. The MAG and located on the same rung. These Axis grip the sheet one from the leading edge the second on the trailing edge. You can see that if the trailing edge is Gear first then the sheet buckles. If the leading Axis is geared first it tries to pull out of the grippers. If the Trailing is geared to the Leading then the leading geared to the Mill the position error between the Axes pulls the sheet out of the grippers. The closes thing that we could get to work is to MAG the Leading Axis to the Mill then MAG the Trailing to the Mill. The Trailing uses a slightly different ratio. We still in some cycles have the Trailing edge bucle abit. What I was thinking is mybe somehow I can program the Trailing Axis to act like a caboose and not and engine. How would I do this. Torque Mode Maybe? The system now is hard to push through the Gearbox when the Drive are disabled so the motor will have to provide some forward power just to over come the friction of the actuator and gear reduction. Current CycleFront Pincher at 140 inches (These are a reflection to the Belt drive not the Part)Back Pincher at 300 inches (These are a reflection to the Belt drive not the Part)Front & Back Pincher Grab PartMAG Front to MillMAG Back to MillFront Pincher Opens @ 80 inchesFront Pincher MAM @ 40 inches at current speed to 10 inchesBack Pincher Opens @ 100 inchesBack Pincher MAM @ 52 inches at current speed to 10 inchesBoth return to start point for next cycle. What I would like to try isFront Pincher at 140 inches (These are a reflection to the Belt drive not the Part)Back Pincher at 300 inches (These are a reflection to the Belt drive not the Part)Front & Back Pincher Grab PartMAG Front to Mill??? Back pincher to apply a dynamic break affect so the Front pincher pulls it alongFront Pincher Opens @ 80 inchesFront Pincher MAM @ 40 inches at current speed to 10 inchesBack Pincher Opens @ 100 inchesBack pincher stopsBoth return to start point for next cycle. ### Assistant: Something funny is going on here. There is a chance that the gearing could be applied as you have it two coarse updates apart (even though the instructions are in the same rung). However this would be random and it sounds like what you described happens every time. Look closely at your clutch settings on the gearing and checked to see if it is enabled that the accels are the same (or even better make the following axis have a higher clutch accel). I would have suggested what you've already tried and thats gearing the trailing to the leading and then the leading to the Mill, but you still have errors here too. This would definitely be the way to do it, waiting for the first gear to be established before gearing to the Mill. Ensure that you trailing motor is geared to the ComandPosition of the leading motor.There has to be something fundamentally wrong here, (clutch active and different accels, gearboxes differrent ratios when you think they are the same, slack or slipping couplings etc).Were all the gearboxes changed out to with the 1394? Are the motors / gearing identical for each roller and all conversion constants correct?Maybe you could upload your code and someone may take a look and see if they can replicate it with vrtual axis.Another thing to do is trend your axis positions and velocities and see if the feedback indicates that the two motors are apart or in sync. You can set a trend sample rate inside your coarse update rate to give best results here (e.g. if your coarse update rate is 4ms, sample every 3ms). \n


### Human: PF4 DB I have a 1/2 HP PF4 that is being used near a welding machine. There is a 2 KVA transformer supplying line voltage to the drive. The welding machine is not using this transformer. When the welding machine is turned on, the drive faults on overvoltage (F5). Would a Dynamic Braking resistor solve this problem? ### Assistant: Hi there, No, a DB resistor would not help, it is intended for bleeding off the energy of the motor for stopping assistance. The welding equipment is inducing transient voltages into the system. What is the voltage of the drive? Do you have a Line Reactor in front of the drive? Cheers \n


### Human: 2094BM01s motor power connector Is there a part number for a replacement motor power ( MP )connector on a 2094BM01S .Customer received one bad connector on his drive. ### Assistant: Yes, the catalog number is : 2094-XNINV-1 - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Common Bus 1336 Drive Spare Parts For common bus 1336 drive (S/F/E/T), cat. no. such as 1336E-R700C-AN-EN (700HP@513-620VDC), is the spare parts list as attached suitable for selection? ### Assistant: Yes, it is the right one... common bus parts are indicated in tables, this is the only parts list for 1336 Impact. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: information hi, my name is Luca, I just started using Rockwell.I have a question? With the power flex 40 i can monitor engine load and then adjust the speed. es. A motor that is moving a propeller in a dense material. if the motor go to 30Hz and at some point starts to grow absorption, the motor have difficulty Then increase the frequency and forced the motor a higher speed. My problem is...how do I monitor the uptake? the power flex40 has a parameter or do I put a current sensor. PS.sorry for my english ### Assistant: Hi Luca, and welcome to the forum ! There are parameters that you may use to get informations about the motor current and speed...see the User Manual, chapter 3-3, Display parameters...there is for example the d003 - Output Current ; you may monitor this parameter to see how many amps the motor is absorbing.Now, if you need to retrieve this informations from a PLC, either you may use an Analog Output of your drive, setting it to be proportional to the Output Current (A065), and wiring it to an Analog Input of your PLC, or you may use a communication option module or the embedded RS-485 port to exchange data with the processor. If you will opt for the second option, please post again with the PLC model and the communication option you would like to use, a Forum user will be able to suggest you something that helps. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: PowerFlex 70 Jog Speed Reference I want to modify the jog speed over HMI via PLC + Ethernet. The system works fine with start, stop, jog … commands, and change speed over HMI, but can’t change jog speed. I went through the manual and this board can't find the answer about this function. Does any one know how to set up jog speed reference to DPI port 5?Thanks. ### Assistant: If you're not doing so already, you'll be using explicit messaging to accomplish this: 20-COMM-E Manual See Chapter 6 for examples of how to accomplish this for your platform. Your instance number for the Explicit Message write will be 100, the parameter number for the jog speed. \n


### Human: PowerFlex 753 Temperature Setting How to set the High temperature alarm on Drive? AS per User manual of this drive, this drive is capable of with stand 50 degree. But in our case, even if the temperature reached to 70 degree ( Parameter no 944) the Drive is not tripping.Suggest the parameter Number which sets the Drive Heat sink temperature. ### Assistant: The 50 degrees limit of the drive is related to the surrounding air temperature where the drive is operating... the Heatsink is usually able to support higher temperatures, thus the drive will fault as Heatsink Overt Temp. when the 100% of allowable drive temperature is reached... I don't have that value for PF753, I may report as reference the PF700 limit is 90 degrees.... anyway it is not a configurable value but fixed in the drive's firmware. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: powerflex 753 Digital input Start command Is it possible to have a pulsed input start the drive and keep it running until a stop input is seen? ### Assistant: Yes, you should use the typical 3-wire control wiring to get the pulsed input works... See the User Manual, page 1-40 for more infos about wiring and parameter to set in order to get the desidered functionality. Just be aware the stop input should be closed to be able to start the drive...opening it will stop the motor using the programmed stop mode. As far as I know, only through a network module you could have both inputs work on rising edge... - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Sample Code PF40's to SLC 5/05 Does anyone access to a pre-written SLC 5/05 code to control (Send/Receive Messages or controls) multiple PowerFlex 40 drives with 22-COMM-E modules? (Did not see any sample code on the website… found some basic examples in the 22-COMM-E user manual). I Also have one PowerFlex 755 in the mix. Kinda in pickle… our delivery date of the system was recently pushed up and I probably waited a bit too long to get busy on the programming. Thanks in advance for any help or suggestions. ### Assistant: Try to start from document attached to Aid 52205. It contains some instructions and screenshots for a Micrologix 1100, but could also be used with SLC; just the message settings aren't exactly the same, you may find below an example on how to *convert* the first message indicated in the technote: Anyway you may see other examples of Ethernet/IP messages to a PF in Aid 28652, where you may also find some informations about MSG settings and Multihop. Hope this helps, - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: PowerFlex 700H We got fault F37(Heat Sink UndTp) and F10(System Failure).The temperature reading was -130%(minus), although another drive reading was only 30%.Any assistance what to check or how to solve the problem?Thanks. ### Assistant: Hi, and welcome to the Forum ! Here below some details about the faults you got: F37 - HeatsinkUndTpThe ambient temperature is too low. (evidently a wrong alarm... :smileysurprised:) F10 - System FaultA hardware problem exists in the power structure. 1. Cycle the power. 2. Verify the fiber optic connections. 3. Contact Technical Support. 4. If the problem persists, replace the drive. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Control Logix5561 softwares requirement Hi,As a part of my thesis I am using a ControlLogix5561 processor to communicate with powerflex 700 AC drives. The set up will used to do basic operations of speed and torque command and to display the parameters on the HMI. I have downloaded the demo softwares:1) RSLogix50002) RSLinx Lite As it is a thesis project and not a industrial project there is a financial restriction. So I am wondering whether I can use the demo version to program the PLC or I will have to purchase the full version? And if I will have to purchase the full version then can anyone please let me know what all softwares are mandatory. I think:1) RSLogix50002) RSLinx Classic Single Node (I will be having only one workstation)3) RSView32 -- I think so??? Also while going through the tutorials I understood that:Firmware revision=RS logix5000 revision=Project (.acd file) revision How do i take care that Firmware revision=RS logix5000 revision?? Should i take care while ordering?? Thanks in advance... any help will be much appreciated Jai ### Assistant: also the cotrolLogix processor is without the compact flash card. Why is this card required and can i do away without this card?? Jai \n


### Human: 1336 Force Drive HIM Displays RPM I have installed a 1336 force drive and finally got it working. The problem is that when running the HIM module displays RPM instead of HZ. My company wants to see HZ not RPM. Does anyone know how to get this drive to display HZ? ### Assistant: That is strange, because by default you should see the Status Display, with status description and actual frequency in hz.It seems that you are using a Process Display, where you can configure a custom visualization and scaling on every parameter in the list.If this is the case, it is enough to press the escape button until you reach the Status Display.Reference Manual at this link, chapter 3: http://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/um/1336t-um006_-en-p.pdf Linkified for convenience - JHutch \n


### Human: need to add pf70 rev 5.1 to aop I have added a pf70 rev 5.1 vfd to my controlnet, but the aop only goes to rev 4.1. How can I upgrade to rev 5.1 without using the web update feature? My pc cannot be connected to the internet. ### Assistant: You may download the latest Drives AOP from the following link: http://www.rockwellautomation.com/support/downloads.html This can be done on another PC you've connected to the internet, then installed on your PC. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Difference between two type of motor Hi, we have many motors of MP Series, MPL-B4540F. But some motor have this serial MPL-B4540F / KK 24AA, some have this serial MPL-B4540F / SK 24AA. What is the difference between this type of motor. Are compatible ?Thanks ### Assistant: Welcome to the Forum ! I've attached a .pdf printout of the MPL motors Catalog number descriptions, taken from the Selection Guide, page 36... -KK24AA seems to me an incorrect catalog number, maybe -HK24AA? Hope this helps, - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: 1394 Serial Cable Part Number Anyone know the part number for a 1394 Serial Cable?Im told it is a straight through DB-9 Male to Female but I can't find a Rockwell part number. ### Assistant: You are told correct. You just need pins 2,3 & 5 straight through - so you could just make one as well? good luck \n


### Human: PF70 par 415 Encoder Speed : range +/- 500 Hz too small? Hi, I have a PF70 EC drive with a 20A-ENC-1 encoder feedback module. My motor namplate RPM = 1740. I have a 1024 PPR quadrature encoder. I have a 20-COMM-E adaptor and I want to use this to bring the encoder speed into my ControlLogix processor (through 1756-ENBT Ethernet/IP module). From my understanding, the way to do this is to setup a datalink to read PF70 parameter 415 [Encoder Speed]. What confuses me is that the description of parameter 415 in the PF70 User Manual lists its Min/Max at -/+500 Hz. According to my calculations, at [Mtr Nmplt RPM] = 1740 and [Encoder PPR] = 1024: 1740 [rotations / minute] * 1024 [pulses / rotation] * [1 min / 60 sec] = 29,696 pulses / sec = 29,696 Hz at motor NP RPM. How can parameter 415's range of -/+500 Hz be enough to cover the speed range in my application? Thanks in advance, Paul ### Assistant: Hi Paul, I think you've misread the parameter description: :smileysurprised: 415 - Provides a monitoring point that reflects speed as seen from the feedback device. That doesn't mean the encoder rotation frequency, but the motor rotation frequency, or better, the calculated frequency measured through the encoder on the motor. So, if you have your drive commanded to run the motor at 60 Hz, you will see about 60 Hz coming from the feedback device in Param. 415. Also, 500 Hz is the maximum frequency the PF70EC can supply. I've not tested it, but this is how I understand it works. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Formula for calculating Coarse Update Period for 17-axes, 1755-L7x processor + 1756-M16SE cards What is the formula for calculating Coarse Update Period for 17-axis system using the newest 1755-L7x processor and 1756-M16SE cards? ### Assistant: Welcome to the Forum! Not an expert on that, just reporting what the User Manual indicates: see the table at pag.35 to understand the starting point for CUP settings... Than, see starting from page 32, about the Cycle Time of the Sercos Module. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Devicenet error code E#78 I have a devicenet network with 3 nodes. Two of my nodes are Allen-Bradley bulletin 160 drives and the other is a Mettler-Toledo IND 560 weighting terminal. The problem is that i always get the error code E ### Assistant: Sometimes it is possible to solve communication timeouts (error 78) increasing the Interscan Delay in the DNB properties (RSNetworx)... let's say 20 / 30 / 50 ms ..and see what happens...:smileytongue: I don't know the IND 560, anyway if possible do not use the Autobaud in this device, just set the correct network speed directly... Also verify the possibility to download a newer firmware in this device, sometimes that solves... Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: PF40, Lift Application, Free-Fall..... We're using a PF40 for a lift application. There is a carriage driven up and down with a chain and sprocket system, and a counter balance to help with the weight differential. We loaded up the carriage with extra weight (more than what the application would call for), and as we were commanding down, we got into a free fall scenario. I hit an e-stop, and the brake grabbed the shaft and we were safe. So If I command a frequency to this drive, and it can't handle the load, what is going on here? We didn't get a over voltage on the bus, because it would have faulted the drive and the brake would have kicked in.... We're using FWD, REV commands, using the comm port to command frequency. Any help would be appreciated. ### Assistant: You need a true torque control drive to handle this application. The PF40 is not capable of producing torque at 0 speed so the load goes into freefall before it can take control of the load. You should use a PF700VC drive, it actually has a torque proving application where it controls the brake and will verify the brake is holding before disengaging the drive. \n


### Human: Powerflex 40 Why wont my acce/dec changes work? ### Assistant: Welcome to the Forum ! It would be nice to have a more detailed description of your issue... number of the changed parameters, PF40 rating, Motor NP data, description of your tests and results... The more efforts you put in writing posts, the more help you may expect to receive... - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Powerflex 70 - Wanting to start in manual mode after power failure Having a problem where after a power failure the drive reverts back to auto. Help would be greatly appreciated, cheers! ### Assistant: Unfortunately this is a known behavior: A workaround could be the use of a Digital Input configured to do this selection, but there are some things to be aware of... I suggest to take a look to Aid 38345 (TechConnect Authorization required) and see if it helps... - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Powerflex 700 PI control....Help needed Hi I am new to the forums, I hope I'm in the right place to get some help.I have an application using a 110 Kw powerflex 700 inverter (vector) driving a 90kw motor being used as a pump (PD not centrifugal). I have a pressure gauge sending me a 4-20 mA signal which I am using as my speed control method (I am also using a pot on the panel as my 2nd analogue signal for manual control. Currently I am using the pressure gauge from 3 Bar (4mA) to 11 Bar (20mA) and I want to keep the pressure at 11 bar but of course I accelerate at the start and slow down as I get to 11 Bar but once I am at speed at 20 mA the pressure keeps creeping up over 11 Bar and I have no way of slowing the motor down to reduce the pressure. I think (please feel free to correct me if I am wrong) that a better method would be to use the PI control function in the inverter. My problem is I could really do with some help in knowing which parameters I am concerned with for this application. I am hoping (probably naively) that I can set my speeds and a reference to the pressure (in mA) and the inverter will do the rest. I would really like to know how to get this application running and also would like to learn more about this for future applications but I am a bit of a novice so can someone please supply me with a solution in the form of a idiots guide (for an idiot !) Anyone and everyone's help would be really appreciated Dan ### Assistant: Hi Dan,Yes, PI control is what you want to do. You want to use the PI in Exclusive mode. Parameter 124 sets this up. Set bits zero and four. Exclusive mode means that we are doing standard PI and not speed trim. Zero clamp means that if the PI algorithm results in a negative value for the reference, the drive will clamp the reference at zero stopping the motor, not reversing it. Then, parameter 125 enables the PI system to work. Set bit zero. Now you have your choice of where to adjust your setpoint. Most people use the PI Setpoint (which is parameter 127), but you can use one of the other inputs if you wish. I suggest using the PI Setpoint for now. Parameter 126 is set at PI Setpoint by default. Parameter 128 is where you select the feedback input. You'll choose the analog input where your transducer is connected now. I recommend also setting the accel and decel values to about 2 seconds and let the PI control the rate of accel and decel. Those are parameters 140 and 142.Since the PI Setpoint in parameter 127 is set to 50%, the drive will do whatever it needs to do to drive the feedback to 12mA which is 50% of the 4-20mA range. Larger values for the PI Setpoint will cause the drive to ramp the motor faster to null the setpoint / feedback error. Smaller numbers will do the opposite.The PI Prop Gain parameter 130 is set to 1.0 by default. This means that for every 1 percent change in error between the setpoint and feedback, the drive output will change 1 percent. Smaller numbers here make the output of the drive less active, larger numbers make it more active. Try the defaults for params 129 and 130, they usually work well as a starting point. \n


### Human: Extracting Motor Parameters from the PowerFlex700 Drive Hi,Correct me if I am wrong. As per my understanding the auto tuning process of the drive generates a machine model (stator resistance, rotor resistance, stator and rotor inductances, leakage inductance, motor inertia etc) within the drive memory. So my questions are: 1) If i keep the motor coupled to the load during auto tuning (rotate tune), is it okay??2) Is it possible by any ways to get the motor parameters that were determined by the drive? I mean is it possible to read the stator resistance, rotor resistance etc. from the drive As always thanks and regards Jai ### Assistant: The autotune process initiated by P61 determines values for IR Voltage Drop, Ixo Voltage Drop, and Flux Current Reference. These are parameters 62, 63, and 64. This autotune is to be done if running the drive in one of the vector modes are selected by P53 after setting the correct values for P40 through P49. The autotune done by P61 can be done 3 ways, Calculate, Static, or Rotate. Rotate tune must be done uncoupled or the tune will not be correct. If you cannot uncouple the load then perform a static tune. The inertia of the system is found by running the autotune in P67. This tune is to be done coupled to the load if this can be done safely. The inertia autotune ramps up very quickly at the torque specified in P66 and monitors the time it takes to get to full speed. As for getting the resistances and inductances of the motor, there is no way to get this information from the drive. \n


### Human: Power flex40 Hi Everybody, How to upgrade the Firmware in PF40 drive, current version (2.04D0R0) Thanks Harpreet ### Assistant: Welcome to the Forum ! Unfortunately PowerFlex 4/40/40P/400 drives are not field flashable by enduser.Please contact Rockwell Automation Technical Support Centre for further information Aid 42454 - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Allen Bradley 100-MO9N*3 Auxiliary Contactor to find i want to buy Allen Bradley 100-MO9N*3 Auxiliary Contactor in 220V.do you know where i can find it?thanks ### Assistant: Welcome to the Forum ! Try to start from here : http://www.rockwellautomation.com/locations/http://www.rockwellautomation.com/resources/purchase.html - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Powerflex 70 power up screen We have a powerflex 70 that when powered up, comes up in a mode to enter parameters. You then have to hit esc inorder to enter the freq that you want it to go to. We want it to go to the freq right on powerup. Is there a parameter to do that? Thanks George ### Assistant: for display settings follow knowbase doc 21005 http://rockwellautomation.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/21005 \n


### Human: 2364F RGU Notch filter specification to meet IEEE-519 harmonic standard Hi all,is there anybidy who are familar with this issues?Because many customers need our common bus drive system to meet IEEE-519 harmonic standard,and I refer to manuals which shows that a notch filter will be needed at front of RGU .But I don't know the specification for each RGU.Many thanks to everybody here firstly. ### Assistant: I believe this is old product, I have not heard of a 2364. The current active front end is a 700AFE or a little older, but still available 1336R. The 1336 is for smaller applications and the 700AFE is for higher current. The sizing is done based on current requirements. I have only done this with single motor applications so the sizing is easy, for multi-drive applications the easy way is to get Rockwell drives managers to help out by giving them the motor sizes on the application. These do not require a notch filter on the input. The other option for IEEE-519 is a harmonic filter. TCI has one and MTe has one to meet IEEE-519. These would be typically be smaller applications as well where you will not have a lot of regen. \n


### Human: Ultra 3000 parameters uploading and downloading? I need to upload parameters from one ultra 3000 servo drive and want to download same parameters to another ultra 3000 servo drive?Need urgent help!!!!!!!!! ### Assistant: Hey Vikas, so long time since you posted last time in the Forum ! Hope all is ok there... :smileywink: Well, to connect to the Ultra drives you need at least the Ultraware software and a serial cable... just you don't mention in your post about the Ultra 3000 model you have (Stand-alone, Devicenet, Sercos) ? About the last one, please refer to UltraWare / RSLogix 5000 online help for a detailed description of uploading / downloading methods. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Encoder Noise Feedback Greetings, I have a customer with a unique Torque Prove application. They have installed the PF700 and encoder, along with the cables. The issue is that the encoder feedback cable and drive power cables run in the same cat track and due to the unique nature of this mobile hoisting system they cannot separate the cables. They have been considering using an Encoder Filter by Cognito Quam www.cognitoquam.gr (I have never heard of this company). Someone else suggested the use of a reflective wave filter on the power cables to help mitigate the noise. My thought was possibly looking at a Sine Wave Filter. Anyone else have any suggestions, or have delt with a similar application? Cheers. ### Assistant: there really is no good solution. you can try shielded motor leads and shielded encoder cable at least... then ferrite core on the encoder cable with probably a bleed winding thu the core to ground... but its still gonna be ugly. \n


### Human: Torque Mode Simple question I hope. I have a winder application that uses a k6000 servo drive with a MPL-A210V servo motor that will wind tape up into a small spool. I will be running the winder servo motor in the torqe mode to provide tension on the tape as it winds. The tape is being feed by another k6000 servo rollfeed mechanism with a MPL-A320H motor, it will be running the standard postion servo mode so I can measure how much tape is being wound into the winder. As I wind of course, both servos will be running at the same time. My question is, do I still use a MAM instruction with the torque mode winder servo? Of course I cannot use any MAG instructions between both servo motors because the winder will be changing speeds/torque as the roll of tape gets bigger. So this is more of a programming questions as I already have the servos set-up the way i want/need. Any feed back is greatly appreciated Darrrin www.epe-inc.com ### Assistant: you can use SSV instruction to set torqur offset after configuring the servo loop in torque mod \n


### Human: N10:0 File Map to the Power Flex 4M Drive Parameters I'm trying to find the chart that shows how the N10 file with Ethernet Communications maps to the Power Flex 4M drive parameters. Example why is parameter P101 equate to N10:31?What would be the map starts for the other parameter groups, 201, 301, 401? Thanks. ### Assistant: Welcome to the Forum ! What are you trying to do ?PF4M cannot be directly connected to Ethernet/IP, are you using an external comm module ?Which PLC are you using ?Do you need to change / read parameters or to control the drive ? Please post more details, the more effort you put in writing posts, the more help you may expect to receive... :smileywink: - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: powerflex 40 what is the difference between these settings on the dip switch??? Sink/SourceDIP Switch ### Assistant: You may choose if PF40 Inputs can be wired as Sink (SNK) or Source (SRC) via that DIP Switch setting. Leaving it as default (SRC) means you will use the positive wire to connect your inputs, to have them Active HIGH; on the contrary, setting it at SNK will allow you to connect your digital inputs to the negative wire (common) having them Active LOW - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: EDS 2011 Error Message Has anyone had trouble while monitoring an E3? I can monitor the parameters for a few seconds and then it just stops giving me error message EDS 2011. It states a communication error, unable to establish connection with the target device. I can monitor again right after but still only for a few seconds before it quits and gives me the same message. ### Assistant: You might try disabling wireless on the laptop... or something else is trying to com at the same time.. power scheme set to always on... screensaver off... infrared manager off.. \n


### Human: Motion Instruction Error 11 I have a machine that the MASD instructions in ControlLogix are all erroring with 11 as the error code and an extended error code of 0. The machine has been running for several years, however a Kinetix drive was just replaced. The ControlLogix PLC is version 13 and all the drives have firmware version 1.85 or 1.88. Does anybody know what could possibly cause this? ### Assistant: Error 11 is 'Axis Not Configured' Chances are that you need to look into the property tab of your axis and make the association with the particular hardware. Did you have to change the Kinetix type in the project tree, or was it an exact replacement as is that was just a hardware change? \n


### Human: PF40P From DC Supply Hi Folks, Just wondering if anyone has had any experience in running a PF40P drive from a DC Supply? The drive we are looking at is probably the 22D-B017H204 (240V, 3-phase, 3.7kW). However, the user manual is a bit vague as to the Do's & Don'ts of using a DC supply, and whether it can only be done with a C-frame unit. Any thoughts or experiences would be much appreciated! Thanks, Simon. ### Assistant: I was unaware the 40P could handle common bus until this post. Other 4 class drives do not have the DC+ connection in the drive so you would not be able to supply DC. I have done DC supply to 700VC drives and there really isn't anything too special. The only trick is turning on the DC supply to the drive, this must be done gradually to allow the capacitors in the drive to ramp up to voltage. This is done automatically in the Rockwell DC bus supplies. Also, if you have a contactor breaking the DC to the drive you need the Digital Input assigned to Precharge Enable like it says in the book. This will force the drive into precharge when the drive is powered back up. If you just closed the contactors the DC supply sees the capacitors in the drive as a direct short, the precharge circuit adds a resistor into the circuit to limit the inrush current. What is the source of DC at what voltage? Why are you using a DC supply? \n


### Human: 575 Input 575 Volt 60Hz input to <10HP V-Drive [not yet purchased]. Can I use a 480V motor & if so is there a parameter setting or just connect it & forget it? ### Assistant: Hi there, Any VFD will accept the nameplate listed line voltage and output any voltage from 0 to Line rated Voltage. So, yes your VFD will output 480V. You would have to tell the drive, via the nameplate data, that it is a 480V load that it is operating. Have yourself a great day. Cheers \n


### Human: Kinetix6k how to read the motor data coming from the servo Hi allhow is it possible to read the motor data sent by the RS485 chip in the servo back to the Kinetix 6k?I would like to check if the motor sends the correct data which I can find on the plate.I was trying to use the Drive Executive but apparently it's made only for PowerFlex.With the Drive Explorer it didn't work also. Any suggestions? Best regardsUli ### Assistant: There is no published way to access the RS485 communications between the drive and motor. The drive checks to see that the attached motor catalog number is the same as the motor under the Drive/Motor tab of the Axis Properties. If these do not match then the SERCOs network will not boot up. You can connect to the drives using either DriveExecutive or DriveExplorer, but not through the SERCOs card. It requires either a 1203-USB or 1203-SSS to connect to the round mini-din connector on top of the IAM next to the SERCOs connectors. All this will allow you to do is see the drive parameters. \n


### Human: SMC-3 phase current issue Summary: Issue in a solid state starter showing no current flow in one of the phases Well at first, i have a motor that at the start it is consuming around 120 and 140 amps and at stable operation it just consumes 17 amps with load, i called the motor manufacturer and he told me it is completely normal this behavior. So as a solution to reduce the high amperage i got a solid state starter SMC-3, it did work really well but no more than 3 times of being used it showed me a phase loss or open load fault, and checking the continuity on each phase i could find that in one of the phases it wasnt current flow, i thought that the starter was damaged but as soon i replace it the new starter showed the same behavior, can any body help me on this issue??? ### Assistant: Here you may find some infos: Aid 59588 - What might cause a phase loss/open load fault on an SMC-3 soft start? - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... \n


### Human: Fault E12 Summary: Kinetix e12 fault with Safe Off What is an E12 fault. It does not show up in the Kinetix fault list? ### Assistant:  \n


### Human: PowerFlex 700 and Cat 4 Safety Summary: Looking for a diagram of a Cat 4 Safety circuit with PF700Greetings all, Has anyone come across a situation requiring a category level 4 safety rating involving a PowerFlex 700? I have looked through the publication DRIVES-AP003_-EN-P, but the only cat 4 solution involves the Safe Torque Off chip, and we all know that this chip is not available in the PF700. Any and all input is well appreciated. Cheers. ### Assistant: nan \n


### Human: PowerFlex700 Drive gives 'Ground Fault 13' with Heavy Load Motor only. The PowerFlex700 AC Drive is working when used with a 4Kw motor. However when connected to a 160Kw Motor, upon sending the start command from Panel View, it gives an error 'Ground Fault 13'. I have entred the related Parameters for the 160Kw motor in the Drive. Also the Drive communication with the Panel View works fine. When the motor leads are connected to the Drive, this error appears when a start command is send from the Panel View. Also note, that the Megger Test on motor leads was OK. The Drive (PowerFlex700) was previously being used with this Motor, however due to some reason it was damaged, and now has been repaired. But now its giving error 'Ground Fault 13' Kindly suggest what needs to be done in such a case. ### Assistant: Which drive is it specifically, a 700VC or a 700H? Was it sent in for repair or was an immediate exchange done? \n


### Human: PF70 460 volt drive to 230 volt motor I have a 230 volt motor rated at 8.2 FLA. I also have a PF70 460 volt drive rated at 11 amps (20BD011XXXXXXX) I am using this drive to power the 230 volt motor. I will change par 0554 Max voltage to 230 to accomplish this. Do i need to size the 460 volt drive to the FLA of the 230 Volt motor which is 8.2 A or do i need to resize the 460 volt drive to a 20BD022 that can supply 22 A FLA? Space size and purchase dictates the use of this drive arrangement and the option not use a step down xfrmr. ### Assistant: The motor must have insulation required to run on 460V. If it is only a 230V motor, it's insulation may break down when using it on a drive like that. Even though the drive has a 230V paramter it still outputs 650V dc when it is controlling any motor attached assuming that the input to the drive is 460V. \n


### Human: vfd with panel Summary: vfd panel 7.5hp and 15hpneed a vfd with panel, 7.5hp and 15 hp, allen bradley brand with pressure transmitter feedback look.Is this still available in the market?If it is, anybody who could provide a formal quoatation for us. thanks ### Assistant: If you look up who your local sales office would be they could likely help you out. Have a good one. \n


### Human: Ultra 3000 (2098-DSD-HV100-SE) Summary: Ultra 3000 (2098-DSD-HV100-SE) Losing home I have a sercos Ultra 3000 drive which is on the network with four other sercos ultra 3000 drives. I keep losing the home position during machine cycle and its random. Some times it will go the whole day without the home fault and some days its 2-3 time a day. I have check the main power as well as the aux power to the drive and it all checks out ok. I don't know why only one drive on the network will lose its home position. I did swap the drive with another on the network and the problem did not follow the drive. On one occasion I thought I saw the drive reset and power up during a mchine cycle while other did not??? ### Assistant: Try to have a look to Aid 46352 - Ultra 3000. Non-SERCOS. With an SRS or SRM absolute feedback encoder, the current position is lost after a power cycle. - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... \n


### Human: MD60 No life. Lost ground while operating Summary: MD60 signal phase lost groundwhile operatingI have an 6MDAN-4P5101, single phase, 240v 1 HP. It has run regularly in my shop for 5 years. I lost the ground line while it was operating. I heard I small pop and now it doesn't do anything. I have cycled power and checked the conections to breaker box. All these are working. I fixed the broken ground connection. The display does not come on. No life, nada, zip. Is there any part inside that might be easily replaced or should I go shopping for a new one? ### Assistant: Usually if you've already cycled power to it a couple of times, and nothing changes on the display, it is damaged and should be sent in to repair, or more probably, you'll need a new one. - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... \n


### Human: PF 40P drive Summary: Failed to get ready signalWe have powerflex 40P connected as per user manual.Connections checked which are correct.Hardware enable is used. Drive successfully taken on ethernet.But still we are not getting enable i.e. ready signal from PF 40P.So unable to run the drive.So, what is the reason? Help me out urgently ### Assistant: What about Input terminal 01 ? When the ENBL enable jumper is removed, I/O Terminal 01 will always act as a hardware enable, so that you've to connect it to +24Vdc (or your enable signal) to have the PF40P ready. - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... \n


### Human: Drive 1305 - BA09A Summary: Do not run from HIMStatus: Stopped, +0,00 Hz Parameters was reset to factory. Can't find in User manual how to run motor from HIM with no other control connectings like buttons, switches, potentiomemeters and outside DC source? If it possible? ### Assistant: Did you jump together terminals 7-8 ? - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... \n


### Human: 4M - The most Simple app is presenting one huge headache :( Summary: 4M with 2stage Thermostat for Fan controlThis one is almost embarassing to ask but I am missing something that is probably obvious as hell. There are probably 6 parameters to change to make this function as wired. I need a fresh set of eyes. Rather than me explain all the trials and errors, could someone please look at the attachment and suggest the parameters you would change for setup per the wiring in the drawing? In short I simply do not get the desired results with the switch or the thermostats. It is so simple I am missing something obvious, but after MUCH trial and error I give and am swallowing my pride to ask for opinions. Thanks in advance ### Assistant: input = two wire look at truth tables for speed selects, make sure that you onlu have the possibiliity of two different speeds using one input. If you tell me which drive you are using i can give you specifics. your concept looks solid......but its 10pm and i just got finished with a 14 hour day starting up (4) 300 HP drives. feel free to message me. \n


### Human: 1336E BRF 20 AN impact drive , open frame Summary: Input DC voltage application Hi all. This drive according to its catalog number can use input voltages of 380-480V AC or 513-612V DC. Does anybody have experience with this DC option, is this for the brake only or it could supplement the 3 phase AC input ?If so,how to hook it up ? THANKS! ### Assistant: I'm not an expert, but as far as I can see from the User Manual, the only DC bus terminals on that frame of drive are for Dynamic Brake Option. - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... \n


### Human: PowerFlex 70 cover screw Summary: I lost the cover screw from a PowerFlex 70 Hi, I have a PowerFlex 70 from which I have lost the cover screw (image attached). None of the screws I have in stock are a match. I was wondering if anyone could tell me how/where I might be able to find a replacement, or even just tell me the screw type/size so I can try to find one myself. Thanks in advance, Paul ### Assistant: I don't have informations about the screw itself...as far as I know, the only replaceable part available is the entire front cover... see the parts list here: http://www.ab.com/support/abdrives/powerflex70/PF7ReleasedParts.pdf - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... \n


### Human: Powerflex 700 PTC using Siemens 1PH7 motor I am using a Powerflex 700 to control a Siemens 1PH7 motor. The 1PH7 has a KTY 84 thermistor PTC. According to the Powerflex 700 user manual the HW PTC input (terminals 10 and 23) are for a 1.8k ohm PTC sensor. The Siemens documentation shows the KTY 84 is a resistance vs. temperature curve starting at 500 ohm at 0 C and going to 2.6k ohm at 300 C.The KTY 84 PTC will read 1.8k ohm at approx. 200 C. Does the Powerflex drive PTC input match the characteristics of the KTY 84 sensor? I can't find any information on the PTC input in the usermanual as far as when it alarms, faults, etc... ### Assistant: Here from the User Manual: The PTC is connected to either the dedicated PTC input (PF700VC only) or Analog input 1 along with a pull-up resistor of 3.32k ohms Operation is the same for both modes. Here from the Reference Manual: Alarm Operation An alarm will occur when the PTC resistance increases above 3230 ohms (5V DC), but must decrease below 2153 ohms (4Vdc) for the alarm condition to clear. Fault Operation A fault will occur when the PTC resistance increases above 3230 ohms (5V DC), and must be cleared (reset) by a fault clear command, after the resistance has decreased below 3230 ohms (5V DC). The drive will also fault if the PTC voltage drops below 0.2V DC, indicating a shorted PTC. See also Aid 29443. - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Kinetix 6000 Axis Module erroe E75 Summary: E75 come up when power-up (unload condition, first power-up). How to solve this problem ### Assistant: First suggested check is to verify the firmware of all drive modules: they should have the same firmware level, and also verify it is aligned with the Logix Controller's firmware. Otherwise, flash them all to the correct firmware. There are chances you'll have to replace the IAM module, if the error persists. - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... \n


### Human: 1336 over temp Hello all,I do not have much experience with this series drive, thought I would see if there were similar experiences out there. The drive is a 1336 PLUS II 1336F-B040. The drive overheats when the amps are over 27amp for more than 10 min. The drive is located in an MCC section on the second floor of our warehouse. The temperature varies and the environment is very dusty. This VFD is used for a crusher. While the environment is not perfect, the drive has functioned for several years before we started having this problem. Thanks a bunch ### Assistant: Hi, this fault comes when heat sink temperature exceeds a predefined value of 90° C Your drive is rated for nominal current higher then the one you have, so you have to check other things... Check for blocked or dirty heat sink fins. Check that the ambient temperature has not exceeded 40° C (104° F). Check fan. Maybe the dust has made some problems there.... take also a look to the User Manual App. A to see the derating curves of this drive. Hope this helps… - fuzzy logic \n


### Human: Kinetix 6000 in mode torque control.... How do I configure kinetix6000 to work in mode torque control with MPL-B320P-M? Thanks ### Assistant: Under the Drive tab, you can select Torque Mode instead of Position Loop. I'm drawing a blank on the exact names, but it's under that selection box. Just be careful that you protect for a possible overspeed condition since you are not controlling the velocity loop. \n


### Human: VFD DRIVE GV3000 /SE 230 - Analog Input Speed Control Issue I'm having problem with the speed control signal to the VFD drive Modle GV3000 / SE 230. It is an old model probably 12 to 13 years old. Orginally, a 0 to 20mA signal was used to control the speed of the motor through this VFD. But today the drive was not following the remote speed control signal, it just ran at minimum speed. Checked the parameters and jumper J4 and look correct. When a maximum signal is given i.e. 20mA the drive goes to the minimum speed (set by parmater P0003) and when a minimum signal is given the drive increase the frequency up to 15Hz (max speed is set at 60Hz). Re-wired the drive so a speed control signal from 0 to 10VDC volts was used as I thought the 4-20mA analog input signal receiver of the drive went bad. Jumper J4 was moved to pin 2-3 and the paramter P-0011 was changed to 2 (0 - 10 VDC). Still the same problem. When I increased the maxium speed paramter to a higher value, the drive will increase the speed accordingly when a minimum speed control signal is given. For example Speed Signal VFD Drive Speed Output In Hertz Max Speed In Hz set by P004 0 VDC 15 600 VDC 30 90 I would appreciate your feedback if you have ever encountered such a problem and were able to fix it. Regards, Charlie CamilleriMaintenance Technician ### Assistant: Look at OIM, see LED AUTO, this control by AUTO/MAN. If AUTO the speed reference source is come from terminal strip. Please download manaul from RA website D23359-460V NEMA Software.pdf \n


### Human: PowerFlex 400, RS 485 not functional Hi! I'm interfacing 3x PowerFlex 400 in a Modbus network over RS485 for remote supervision & control 2 of 3 Drives communicate OK via RS485 with no problems! Only one of the Drives is not communicating at all! It seams that one of the RS485 drivers (the chip) is not functioning. How can I troubleshoot the RS485 interface? Or, where is the RS485 chip? Thanks in advance! ### Assistant: I would configure the connection for only one drive, then test every single drive and see... remember to reset at default every drive and then configure all with the same parameters. - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... \n


### Human: PowerFlex 700 VC version 9 EDS Just installed version 9 firmware in a PF700 VC drive. Went to RSLinx and I can't upload the EDS from the device. Checked the web and they only have up to V8.002. Anyone know where I can find this? ### Assistant: I've also seen that firmware isn't available inside AB website... so which is the issue in uploading it from the device ? What version of RSlinx Classic are you using ? - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... \n


### Human: PF70 Drive & 20HIMA6 HIM Summary: Can i connect 20-HIM-A6 to PF70 Drive? As i know 20HIMA6 supports PF70 drive. However, what are the limitations coming while programming? Whether all functionality will be available for PF70 drive in 20-HIM-A6 like 20-HIM-A3 ? Is there only certain functions will be activated and not all while connecting 20HIMA6 to PF70 drive . ### Assistant: Sat, I suggest to review the following manual: http://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/um/20him-um001_-en-p.pdf There are all the informations and limitations related to the usage of the Enhanced HIM with a PF7-class drive. - fuzzy logic Please remember to Rate the Comments( ) to enhance the reputation of the User who provided help,or close your Topic using the ( ) button over the answer that solved it. Thanks... \n


### Human: Using MOP for speed control Summary: Functionality of MOP in PF 700VCGreetings all, Has anyone who has used the MOP speed reference in a PF700VC noticed that it overrides the programmed speed reference of the Jog? I help a customer set up a drive app the other day, migrating from a 1336S to the PF700VC and when we went to set up the Jog, it didn't respond to the programmed speed reference. But, when we set the drive up to match the original setup it worked great. The original set up had a jumper into the Run Forward (2-Wire setup) and a preset speed. The jumpered portion was wire directly to the terminal, so when the button was released it would release the command. The confusing part is why did the MOP reference override the Jog frequency? Anyone with any thoughts? Cheers ### Assistant: nan \n


### Human: 1336S Fault 58, but no blown fuse ### Assistant: nan \n


### Human: Powerflex 700H System Fault 10 Summary: Powerflex 700H System Fault 10Hello, I am using Powerflex700H VFD. Iam facing a problem called System Fault F10 during power up. I tried to reset the same but not successful. Please suggest for the above. ### Assistant: System Fault 10 is a pretty major malfunction. Were you able to retrieve the Fault Sub-Code declared when the System Fault 10 becomes active? It is a three, four or five digit number which will point you towards a specific system section. After retrieval, crossreference the Sub-Code within http://literature.rockwellautomation.com/idc/groups/literature/documents/pm/20c-pm001_-en-p.pdf Page 3-14. This should give you a better idea about what's going on. \n