Frequency Converter SFU 0102/0202

Type SSE and desktop

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Contents

1 Introduction
2 Description and Features
3 Block Diagram
4 Technical Data
5 Safety Precautions and Warnings
6 Connections, Interfaces and Pinout
6.1 Digital and Analogue Inputs and Outputs
6.2 Spindle Power Output (Standard Round Connector)
6.3 Spindle Power Output (Clamps)
6.4 Mains Supply
7 Functions, Commissioning, Operation
7.1 Configuration via the Front Keys
7.2 Configuration of rotational speed
7.3 Starting and Stopping the Frequency Converter
7.4 Remote Controlled Configuration of Direction of Rotation
7.5 Safety Stop Functions
7.6 Control via LED Front Board
7.7 Spindle Diagram Set Up on LED Front Panel
8 Calibration and Configuration using Windows Software
9 Errors, Trouble-Shooting
10 EMC (Electro-Magnetic Compatibility)
11 Housing Variants

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1. Introduction

Depending on its construction, the speed of a three-phase a.c. motor is directly dependent on the
number of poles and the frequency of the network. In a 3ph 380V/50Hz network, with a 2-pole
motor, the rated speed would be 50 U/s * 60 = 3000 Upm.
With d.c. motors (brushless d.c.), the speed is dependent on the voltage applied.

Three-phase a.c. motors provide numerous benefits in industry, such as brushless operation,
freedom from wear and tear, favourable capacity/weight ratio, high-speed capability, and much
more. These motors can be used many different application areas, such as milling and grinding
spindles, or with drilling machinery, for example.

D.C. motors have the advantage of a high power efficiency (approx. 85%) when compared with
a.c. motors, but the disadvantage of not quite reaching the torque of an a.c. motor at low speeds
(when starting), nor reaching the high speeds of an a.c. motor. However, the higher efficiency
also means cooling requirements are lower and dimensions can be smaller.

In the aforementioned applications, three-phase a.c. motors are operated using special control
gear – frequency converters. These frequency converters convert the fixed 50 Hz network into a
3-phase network with variable frequency and voltage. This greatly reduces the start-up problems
and the high starting currents that are inevitable when high-capacity three-phase a.c. motors are
connected to a fixed network. The motor is controlled according to a special characteristic curve
until its rated speed has increased, or it has been stopped.

The SFU 0102/0202 - series frequency converter has been specially designed for use in these
high frequency applications, offering excellent safety, performance and reliability, the result of
years of experience in the design and construction of frequency converters, together with the use
of the latest materials and the most reliable components. It can be used in many different
applications and is as equally suitable for use as a replacement device in existing systems with
older type series as it is in pre-planned applications as a cost-effective solution, helping to
prolong the useful life of tools. In addition, both a.c. and brushless dc motors can be operated by
this high frequency converter.

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2. Description and Features

• Operation of a.c. and bldc spindles

• The frequency converter SFU 0102/0202 allows speed frequencies up to 120,000Upm with 2-
pole a.c. motors and 60,000Upm with bldc-motors.

• Output power ( 250VA-0102 / 400VA-0202 )

• The Kernel of the SFU-0302 is a Digital Signal Processor (DSP), which generates all output
variables and captures signals.

• All parameters, such as current, voltage and frequency, are captured in real time, and adjusted
by implementing via the Vector Control according to loading.

• The highest efficiency of motors at both low and high frequencies is made possible.

• High level of operational safety. All operating states such as acceleration, operation at rated
speed, and deceleration, are monitored and critical statuses are intercepted and brought under
control.

• Transparency: The user is continuously informed of the status of the frequency converter and the
motor / spindle by means of a 4-column plain-text display on the front panel (LED panel optional).

• Control: The frequency converter can be manually controlled and calibrated as required using 6
keys on the front panel.

• Individual adaptation to the application in hand and the spindle in use. Up to 16 different spindle
characteristics can be created and stored in the memory of the frequency converter, or existing
characteristics can be modified and adapted to the application.

• Diverse control and communication possibilities. for connection to peripheral devices

to - PC , PLC (Programmable Logic Control), CNC (Computer Numeric Control).

• Straight-forward and flexible integration into existing systems by means of open configuration
of I/O signals for control and configuration:
Control inputs: 1 analogue, 3 digital
Control outputs: 1 analogue, 5 digital (relay)

• Galvanic separation of all interfaces from each other and from the network / motor potential

• Short-circuit-protected

• User-friendly configuration and control using optional Windows Software for the PC

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3. Block Diagram

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4. Technical Data

Output power 0102: 250VA 0202: 400VA

Supply connection 230V, 50Hz, 1PH / 115V, 60Hz, 1PH
switchable with rotary switch and with exchange of fuse
Fuse 230V: 2,5AT 230V: 3,15AT
115V: 4,0AT 115V: 5,0AT
Motor connection Desktop: 7-pin: U, V, W, PE, 2*PTC, SGND
Connector: Amphenol C16-1 (6+PE) / Binder 693 (6+PE)
Or Hirschmann connector
SSE and 19“ Rack: 8-pole: U, V, W, 2*PE, PTC, FP, SGND
Screw terminals 4mm2
Output voltage 3* 36V 3* 60V
Output current Electronically limited
Over-current Time to auto switch-off adjustable up to max. 10s
Output frequency AC: 2kHz / 120.000 rpm DC: 60.000 rpm
Spindle characteristics max 16, stored internally, freely definable
Spindle sensor inputs PTC, magneto-resistor, logic (D-Sub 15-pin fem. )
Control inputs 1 analogue: 0-10V, galvanically separated : (D-Sub 15-pin fem. )
Control inputs 3 digital: 0-24V, galvanically separated: (D-Sub 15-pin fem. )
Control outputs 1 analogue: 0-10V, galvanically separated (D-Sub 15-pin fem. )
Control outputs 5 digital: relay outputs, (D-Sub 15-pin fem. )
24VDC/1000mA, 125VAC/500mA
Interface RS232 galvanically separated, 9600Bd (D-Sub 15-pin male )
Housing dimensions (DT) 290 x 107 x 295 (SSE) 117 x 380 x 270 (19") 480 x 135 x 280
W x H x D (mm) 3HE / 84TE
Weight (Desktop) ca. 6kg (SSE) ca. 7kg (19") ca. 8kg
Protection IP20
Operating conditions max. ambient temperature 40°C, no humidity

CAUTION: To avoid severe motor / spindle damage, select correct

motor / spindle characteristic !

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5. Safety-Precautions and Warnings

• This device produces dangerous electrical voltages and is used for the operation of dangerous
moving mechanical parts. For this reason, only professionally trained and qualified personnel
should be allowed to install and repair this device!

• Any maintenance or repair work to the device may be carried out after the supply voltage has
been disconnected only!

• Before the first set to action can be carried out, it should be ensured that the motor is installed
correctly and securely, to eliminate the possibility of uncontrolled movement of the motor.

• Local safety regulations have to be observed while any work is carried out on the device.

• Maintaining EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) limits is the responsibility of the manufacturer of

the machine or device. The inputs on this device are fitted with filters, to increase the
interference immunity and reduce emitted interference, making it possible to use this device in an
industrial environment. The EMC of a machine or device is affected by all connected components
(cables, wiring, etc..) and for this reason, installation and connection of the device should only be
carried out by qualified personnel.

6. Connections, Interfaces and Pinouts

Operational parameters and outputs:

The SFU 0102/0202 covers all current important operational parameters and operating data.
Up to 6 digital outputs can be used for signalling and up to 1 analogue values can be output to
the analogue outputs (0-10V).

Remote Control and Outputs:

6 digital inputs (24V) and 1 analogue inputs (0-10V) are available for remote control of the
SFU 0102/0202.

These assignments can be freely configured. Using the optional Windows PC software SFU-
Terminal the above assignments can be easily achieved, providing exceptional flexibility with
each application.
Each operating parameter can be assigned as a signal and each control signal can be allocated
the required I/O pin. In addition, the logic level (high or low active) can be individually defined.
The same assignment is also possible for the analogue measured data and control data at the
analogue I/O pin.

The standard allocations of operational parameters, their outputs, control signals and inputs, are
listed in the following table.

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6.1 Digital and Analogue I/Os (D-SUB 15 female)

factory default function

Pin 1 = common connection for relays

Pin 2 = Relay 1 (normally open) Rotational Speed Reached (desired- /

actual - value)
Pin 3 = Relay 2 (normally closed) Superheat
(converter or spindle)
Pin 9 = Relay 3 (normally open) Standstill of Spindle
(desired- / actual - value)
Pin 10 = Relay 4 (normally closed) Overload Spindle

Pin 6 = Relay 5 (normally open) Converter and Spindle Ready

Pin 4 = Analogue Output Load Value 0...10V 0...100% or
(depending on Model)
Duty Rotational Speed of Spindle
1V / 10000 Upm
Pin 11 = Analogue Input Drehzahlvorgabe
DC Soll - In (1V / 10000 rpm)
Pin 8 = Ground

Pin 12 = Digital Input 1 Start/Stop

Pin 15 = Digital Input 2 Interlock (Emergency Stop)

Pin 5 = Digital Input 3 Reversing of Direction of Rotation

Pin 13 = RxD (RS 232)

Pin 14 = TxD (RS 232)

Pin 7 = Impulse magneto resistor Speed sensor

6.2 Spindle Output using standard circular connector

With Amphenol C16

6 PTC PTC-Signal (Spindle temperature)
5 W Spindle Phase 3
4 PTC PTC-Signal (Spindle temperature)

8 PE Protective Earth

3 V Spindle Phase 2
2 SGND Signal-GND for PTC-Signal
1 U Spindle Phase 1

Amphenol C16-1 / Binder 693

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With Hirschmann Plug

Model +5 V Sensor
Pin 1 = NC Pin 1 = NC

Pin 2 = R Pin 2 = R
Pin 3 = S 3 Phases for Spindle Pin 3 = S 3 Phases for Spindle
Pin 4 = T Pin 4 = T

Pin 5 = + PTC Pin 5 = +5 V

Pin 6 = + Hall Sensor Pin 6 = + Hall Sensor
Pin 7 = Signal Ground Pin 7 = Signal Ground
view from front

6.3 Spindle Connection with Screw Terminals versions SSE, 19“

PE Protective Earth
- - 1 2 3 4 5 6 PE Protective Earth
U Spindle Phase 1
V Spindle Phase 2
W Spindle Phase 3

PE PE U V W PTC FP SGND SGND Signal-GND for FP- and PTC-Signals

FP Hall-Sensor-Signal
PTC PTC-Signal (Spindle temperature)

6.4 Mains supply

desktop device: 3 pin. standard plug
SSE or 19": Screw terminals, 4mm2

To adapt the mains supply voltage to 230V and 115V networks a

selection can be done with the help of a rotary switch

It is important to select the appropriate mains fuse !

The required value is listed under 4.

ATTENTION:
This setting has to be carried out by qualified personal, only!
A wrong setup will cause immediate destructions of the device after poweron

Control cables, supply cables and motor cables have to be run separated
from each other. Shielded cables are to be preferred !

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7. Functions, Commissioning, Operation

3 operational possibilities:
• Control and configuration manually via front keys
• Automatic control and configuration via PLC / IPC
• Automatic control and configuration via PC (RS232 interface)

Setup and control of the features and functions listed below can be carried out with our setup software
SFU-Terminal. All explanations and hints to menu functions relate to this software.

CAUTION: The operation of a spindle with a wrong spindle characteristic

may cause severe damages at spindle or converter.
To avoid this, please ensure that the correct spindle
characteristic is selected!

ATTENTION:
Where several spindles are in use within one system, the user must ensure that
these are of the same type and that the correct spindle characteristic is used.
Otherwise this could cause severe damages of one or more spindles, because
the driving voltage may be different!

7.1 Configuration of rotational speed

The preset of revolutions per minute of the spindle can be achieved by two ways:

• Preset manually via panel keys

In menu 'Analogue Inputs' option button 0V has to be enabled in the line of duty RPM . (no
analogue input is assigned to this function)
The duty RPM is displayed on the LCD and can be changed with UP / DOWN (holding a key
down increases the count rate). RPM can be changed during operation

• Preset via analogue input duty RPM

In menu 'Analogue Inputs' option button 0V has to be disabled and the function duty RPM .
has to be assigned to an analogue input. Additionally a scaling has to be selected from the list
box duty RPM (e.g.: 1V/10.000RPM)
The value of the duty RPM is displayed on the LCD according to the scaling and the voltage at
the input. A voltage of 0V leads to a standstill and a voltage higher than 0V leads to a startup upto
the desired revolution. An input voltage of 4V and a scaling as above mentioned lead to a
revolution of 40.000RPM.

Important: For this setup "PIN 11-12 Start" has to be inactive!

-> Please unclick this checkbox in the main window of SFU-Terminal

The settings have to be downloaded into the converter with the button write data.

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7.2 Starting and Stopping the Frequency Converter

There are different methods of starting and stopping SFU 0102/0202 frequency converters, due
to many different requirements, as follows below:

• manually via panel keys

• Remote control via digital input
• Remote control via analogue input
• Remote control via serial interface

Before starting the converter is possible, a preset of the RPM (> 7.4) has to be done. This is
necessary for all options of starting with the exception of analogue starting.

• Manually via panel keys

Activation of spindle start via the green START key.
Spindle-stop is activated by the red STOP key on the operator panel.

• Remote control via digital input Start/Stop by external PLC or CNC

Digital Input 1 is the default. To change this, click on the menu ‘digital inputs’. The correct
spindle characteristic can be preset here also.

Depending on your safety regulations, you can program this individually and set high or low active
signals. In general, when using SPS control, it is best to set safety cut-outs at low-active, so that
the machine will stop should a cable or connector defect occurs.

• Remotely via the analogue input

Analogue starting will be enabled where at least one of the analogue inputs in the menu
'analogue inputs' is selected and a valid signal at the digital input Start/Stop is present.
Additionally a scaling has to be selected from list-box duty RPM of analogue value to RPM.

• Remotely via the RS232 serial interface from a PC or PLC .

The speed pre-selected from the panel is taken as the required speed in this instance. Speed can
be altered via commands from the RS232 interface.

The RS232 interface offers complete control of the SFU 0102/0202 converter via the optional full-
version Windows platform. The level of control this provides is almost at machine-level, so that
this option is more appropriate for error evaluation and special control features via PC. If you
need to control the SFU 0102/0202 remotely, please contact BMR or your local distributor for
assistance and the RS232 command-set.

Where one of the above options has been selected to operate the converter, only that pre-
selected option can then be used to stop the converter! Only one of the safety functions can
override the operation.

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7.3 Remote-Controlled Configuration of Direction of Rotation via Digital Inputs

Via digital input RPM direction . Setup is carried out in menu ‘digital inputs’. This is necessary, if
the direction of rotation has to be controlled , for example, via a PLC. Reversal can only take
place once the spindle / motor has come to a complete stop. If the direction pre-selection setting
is changed whilst the spindle / motor is running, the spindle / motor will not turn in the new
direction until it has been brought to a complete standstill and then restarted.

7.4 Safety stop functions

As shown above, all these safety and start-up features are programmable and a digital input pin
or logical behaviour of this pin (high-, low-active) can be selected.

The following safety functions bring about controlled stopping of the machine, pre-defined by the
deceleration times selected within the spindle characteristics,

• Safety stop by spindle overtemperature, if this function is activated and it's delay-time exceeded

• Safety stop by converter over-temperature and delay-time exceeded, specified in the form
'delays' (accessed by delays button)

• Safety stop by overload and time delay exceeded (determined by maximum current and voltage
in the spindle diagram and the form 'delays', accessed by delays button)

• Immediate safety stop by over-current of the converter.

• Safety stop by emergency stop through digital input shutdown in form ‘digital inputs’

The following stopping methods shut off the power stage and the spindle will slow down only
though its own load. This process can take up to ten minutes until the spindle has fully stopped:

• Safety stop via short-circuit protection on digital input PDP Interrupt determined by internal
converter current limit.

• Safety stop by digital input PWR stage off in the form ‘digital inputs’.

After an error flag has occurred, it have to be cleared by a Start/Stop sequence or a digital error
reset with a digital input (in menu ‘digital inputs’ Error reset). 4 seconds after error reset, the
device is ready for operation again.

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7.5 Control via LED Front Board

LED Load Display

Display of Rotational Speed

LED Display for

Converter Status

Mains Switch

RPM Poti
STOP Button
START Button

Mains Switch

After the Power-button is switched "ON", the Frequency Converter starts an automatically self-
test for about 8 seconds. During this time all displays flashes a short time one after another. After
this automatical check the converter is ready for operation.
In case of defect the corresponding display flashes.

Spindle "Start"
After pressing the „START“-button the spindle starts to come up to the rotational speed adjusted
by the rotary knob (11). The acceleration time is adjusted to 10.000 rps on factory default.
On request other acceleration times are possible.

Spindle "Stop"
After pressing the "STOP"-button the spindle will be electronically decelerated and stopped to
standstill. The deceleration time corresponds to the adjusted acceleration time.
It’s only possible to slow down the spindle with the „STOP“-button if the remote control is not
„ON“.
By pressing power switch „OFF“ there is no electronic slow down, but the spindle runs out by
itself.

Digital Display of Rotational Speed

The digital display of rotational speed indicates the adjusted rotational speed by n x 1000

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7.6 LED-Displays

Display for Converter

Display (2.1) = converter superheat

Display (2.2) = converter is not ready for operation

Display (2.3) = load of converter or load of spindle higher than

100%
Display (2.4) = remote control „ON“

Display for Spindle

Display (3.1) = spindle superheat

Display (3.2) = spindle is not ready for operation

Display (3.3) = rotational speed reaches „desired value“ or

„actual value“, respectively
Display (3.4) = standstill of spindle

Load Display
The load display indicates the present load of spindle in %.

"green area" = within the admissibility

"red area" = overload

If the spindle is not loaded and no defect exists, the load-display indicates approx. „0%“.

Overload Display
The display (2.3) always flashes, if the spindle was overloaded or the interruption for overload
responded.

Overload Power Cut

If the spindle is running more than 10 seconds [programmable by software (1 ... 10 sec.)] an
interruption for overload will follow.
I.e. after this time the converter automatically disconnects the spindle and the displays (2.2) and
(2.3) are flashing.

Another „power-up“ of the spindle can only follow if the display (2.2) disappears.

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The display (2.3) disappears if the spindle is „powered-up“ again.

Excess Temperature of Converter

In case the converter reaches the excess temperature the display (2.1) flashes.
Delayed with 3 seconds [programmable by software (1...10 sec.)] the converter switches to
„STOP“ and the display (2.2) flashes.

The spindle can not be switched „ON“ before the display (2.2) disappeared.

The display (2.1) disappears by another „power-up“.

Excess Temperature of Spindle

In case the spindle reaches the excess temperature the display (3.1) flashes.

Delayed with 3 seconds [programmable by software (1...10 sec.)] the converter switches to
„STOP“ and the display (3.2) flashes.

The spindle can not be switched „ON“ before the display (3.2) disappeared.

The display (3.1) disappears by another „power-up“.

ATTENTION: This evaluation is only possible if the spindle is equipped with a temperature
sensor. (Option after arrangements)

Remote Control
Optionally start behaviour through pin 11-12 connection at D-Sub 15

The remote control of the converter is connected via the 15-poles SUB-D-JACK (13).
The display (2.4) is on whenever the converter is remote controlled.

POSSIBILITIES OF REMOTE CONTROLLING:

a) Digitally: With a Start/Stop (0 / +24V) signal at digital input1/ Pin12 .

The input can be setup to be Low- or Hi-active. The value of rotational speed can be preset with the
Potentiometer or with a DC-voltage at Pin11-8

b) Analogue: with a DC voltage at the analogue input. Connect (+) to Pin11 and (-) to Pin 8 (GND)
Precondition is a valid Start signal at Pin12
Uin < 0,5V is Spindle "Standstill" and Uin ≥ 0,5V is Spindle "ON".
Equally herewith the rotational speed is controlled according to the scaling of speed to analogue
value. Possible is 1V/10.000rpM or 0-10V min/max.

ATTENTION: The DC voltage at Pin11 must not excced 12V and should be free from ripple
voltages

c) RS232: with control commands via serial interface Pin13 (RxD), Pin14 (TxD) and Pin8 (GND)
A list of commands is available seperately on request.

If a Start is initiated by one of the above mentioned start operating modes, a subsequent stop is
accepted in the same mode only. This is valid not for safety functions.

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Rotational Speed Reached

If the spindle reaches the preset value of the rotational speed, one of the two halves of display
(3.3) flashes.

The left half with the symbol „desired value“ flashes if the internal frequency of the converter
corresponds to the adjusted frequency.
This evaluation happens whenever the spindle is not equipped with a magneto resistor.

The right half of the symbol „actual value“ flashes if the spindle axle reached the adjusted
rotational-speed in fact (actual evaluation).

ATTENTION: This is only possible if the spindle is equipped with a magneto resistor

Standstill of Spindle
The display (3.4) flashes whenever the spindle axle stands still.

The converter considers two possibilities of the evaluation:

a if the spindle is not equipped with a magneto resistor the symbol flashes when the
converter stopped giving more frequency (standstill of converter)

b if the spindle is equipped with a magneto resistor the symbol flashes not before the
spindle-axle is standing still.

Configuration1 ™ ROTATIONAL SPEED OUTPUT

With the control connector (13) Pin 4 (+) and Pin 8 (┴) Ground, a direct voltage is
given out which corresponds to the rotational speed of the spindle axle.

1V / 10000 rpm

ATTENTION: This is only possible if the spindle is equipped with a magneto resistor

Configuration 2 ™ ACTIVE LOAD OUTPUT

With the control connector (13) Pin 4 (+) and Pin 8 (┴) Ground, a direct voltage is
given out which corresponds to the load of the spindle.

0...10 V 0...100%

INFORMATION: Standard for delivery is the configuration

„rotational speed output“!

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Reversing Direction of Spindle

To arrange the reversing direction of rotation, apply a direct-voltage of +12V...24V on Pin 5 of the
Control-Cennector (13).
[Pin 8 (⊥) Ground]

This function is only possible, if the spindle-axle stands still. [display (3.4) flashes].

If you arrange or disable the signal during the spindle rotates, the direction or rotation will be
changed after the next „standstill of spindle“.

Emergency Shutdown Interlock

The emergency shutdown interlock can be programmed by software „active“ or „inactive“.
Programming „inactive“ is insignificant, whereas with a „active“ programming a primary stop-
command can be given. This means that the converter cannot be started again neither by the
„Start-button“ nor by the remote-control and that the spindle will be controlled slowed down.

To abolish the command „shutdown-interlock“ there has to be applied a voltage of 5V...30V on

the control connector (13)
Pin 15 (+) and Pin 8 (⊥).

ATTENTION: The Spindle is not grounded by the Converter, but it has to

be grounded via the spindle-support

7.7 Setting up different Diagrams via LED Front Board

To reach the menu first press the stop button and keep it down. Then press simultaneously the
start button and hold both for about 5sec. After this the actual nr, of the current spindle is
displayed. Now release the buttons. Now you can add one nr with the start button and take one
with the stop button. If a diagram is not valid an „E“ is displayed e.g. „E07“ in order to show that
diagram nr. 7 isn’t valid. A valid nr. is displayed as „07“ instead.
When approximately for 5 sec no button is pressed, the converter leaves the menu and is doing a
reset and the init routine like the switch-on procedure.

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8. Calibration and Configuration with Windows-Software

The software "SFU-Terminal " is an optional tool used to configure all frequency converters
0102...0601 and also provides the possibility of user-friendly data display and calibration,
implemented as follows:

1. Start-up frequency converter and connect via RS232 interface.

2. Start-up program SFUTerminal.exe

The interface is then configured automatically. A connected frequency converter is detected
and all data transfer parameters are synchronised.

The description can be found in the help menu of "SFU-Terminal".

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9. Errors. Trouble-Shooting

Error description Help action

The converter isn't found during initialization of the When using a laptop the voltage levels sometimes
Windows program are too low. There are external boxes to boost this
levels to the normalized values.

Be sure to use a zero-modem cable

During initialization the converter has to be turned

on.

Don't use cables longer than 2m

The LCD(LED) shows "Spindle not ready" Check whether the PTC in the spindle has a fault
or is broken.

Is the PTC connected properly ?(see chapter 9

examples)

Is the spindle connected properly ?(see chapter 9

examples)

The LCD(LED shows "converter not ready" Is overtemp. converter active (check fan...)

The hardware switch has gone off- error reset via

start, after release check whether spindle has
blocked before re-starting the spindle.

The normal current overload protection has

tripped- re-start possible via start button or dig. pin
eg.

A dig. pin (emergency stop or power stage off) is

still active- check the inputs.

Check whether the right spindle diagram is

chosen.

When the hall sensor is active, but the hardware

input is floating, error spikes prevent the spindle
from starting- check the wiring of the hall sensor.

The spindle doesn't start in spite of "converter and If one analogue input is released for external
spindle ready" speed control, the spindle will start above the
minimum required voltage level which
corresponds to the min. speed set by the diagram.
Also the dig. input Start pin has to be activated in
parallel.

When the green "start" LED appears, it could be

that the motor cable has been put out after the
self-test procedure

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The LCD(LED) shows "diagram error xx" A non-valid diagram has been set. A valid
diagram can be chosen through the up/down
keys,(or start and stop LED version) restart with
ESC key (or autom. after 6sec)

While the spindle is running the message "real Probably a hall sensor with an incorrect gain is
rpm reached" vanishes and "duty rpm reached" used. Normal values are from 560/280 Ohms.
comes when approaching higher speeds. Check the values of the hall sensor.

The LCD(LED) shows "without spindle/cable" in Check the cable or plugs or screw terminals.
spite of a spindle is connected to the output.
(noS in LED version)
Probably a wrong diagram is set.
The self-test prcedure takes the first value in the
diagram for calculating the current which is
needed to recognize the spindle correctly.
-Check spindle type, diagram

10. EMC

This device was developed for use in industrial environments. For trouble-free operation and to
reduce emitted interference, the following should be observed during wiring of the equipment:

• The EMC of a machine or device is affected by all connected components (motor spindle, length
and type of cables, wiring, etc..). Under certain conditions the use of additional filters can be
necessary to maintain the current laws.

• The earth and shield connections of all those devices used in conjunction with the frequency
converter should be as short as possible and have as large a cross-section as possible.

• Control devices used with the frequency converter (PLC, CNC, IPC, ...) should be connected to a
common earth/earth terminal bar.

• For mechanical installation, use serrated lock washers to guarantee good electrical contact with
the housing.

• All connections both to and from the frequency converter should be via shielded cable.

• The shield has to be completely connected to PE (protective earth).

• Supply cables, motor cables and control cables must be completely isolated from each other.
Where crossing cannot be avoided, cables should be laid at 90° to each other.

• The control cable should be laid as far away as possible from the load cable.

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11. Housing variants

SFU 0102/0202 SSE with LED Panel or LCD Display

117.00
96.50

2x4
260.00
15

1 5

12
RPM x 1000

11

%
stin
a
L
10
10 . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Spindel-Übertemperatur 7
START
3 Spindel nicht bereit
6 360.00
Drehzahl erreicht 380.00
Spindelstillstand
SFU-Übertemperatur 9
STOP
2 SFU-nicht bereit
SFU-Überlast 8
Fernbedienung "EIN"

RS232 Steuerbuchse
17 13

NETZ HF Spindel
L1 N 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
16 14
2x8 15

1. housing
2. display for changer
3. display for spindle
4. ----
5. manufacturers emblem
6. press button spindle "ON"
7. display spindle "ON"
8. press button spindle "OFF"
9. display spindle "OFF"
10. load display (load of spindle as %)
11. adjustment of rotational speed
12. digital display of rotational speed
13. control connector - 15 poles (back)
14. spindle connector - 7 poles (back)
15. vent
16. power supply (back)
17. RS 232
18. ----
19. ----
20. ----

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SFU 0102/0202 (Desktop) with LED Panel or LCD Display

19
16 / 17 / 18

14

3
15
2
13

15

1 4 5 9 8 10 6 7 11 12

1. housing
2. display for changer
3. display for spindle
4. power switch
5. manufacturers emblem
6. press button spindle "ON"
7. display spindle "ON"
8. press button spindle "OFF"
9. display spindle "OFF"
10. load display (load of spindle as %)
11. adjustment of rotational speed
12. digital display of rotational speed
13. control connector 15 poles (back)
14. spindle connector (back)
15. vent
power supply (back
16. )
17. safeguard (back)
18. IAS-connector - 25 poles (back) only
by configuration IAS
19. heat sink
20. ----

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SFU 1902 as 19’’-Rack with LED Panel or LCD Display

2 3 13 14 15 16 17

1 5 9 8 10 6 7 11 12 4

1. housing
2. display for changer
3. display for spindle
4. power switch
5. manufacturers emblem
6. press button spindle "ON"
7. display spindle "ON"
8. press button spindle "OFF"
9. display spindle "OFF"
10. load display (load of spindle as %)
11. adjustment of rotational speed
12. digital display of rotational speed
13. control connector - 15 poles (back)
14. spindle connector - 7 poles (back)
15. vent
16. power supply (back)
17. safeguard (back)
18. ----
19. ----
20. ----

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Walpersdorferstr. 38
91126 Schwabach
Tel.: +49 (0)9122 63148-0
Fax.: +49 (0)9122 63148-29
e-mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.bmr-gmbh.de

Subject to technical alterations.

Issue : 31.01.2012

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