Configuration   
2.4 Procedure when engineering 
  1FT7 Synchronous Motors 
46  Configuration Manual, (PFT7S) 01/2009, 6SN1197-0AD13-0BP2 
2.4.3  Definition of the load, calculation of max. load torque and definition of the motor 
The motor-specific limiting characteristics provide the basis for defining the motors. 
These define the torque or power characteristic versus the speed and take into account the 
motor limits based on the DC link voltage. The DC link voltage is dependent on the line 
voltage. In the case of torque drive the DC link voltage is dependent on the type of Line 
Module and the type of infeed module or infeed/regenerative feedback module. 
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Figure 2-2  Limit characteristics for synchronous motors 
The motor is selected based on the load which is specified by the application. Different 
characteristic curves must be used for different load events. 
The following operating scenarios have been defined: 
●  Load duty cycle with constant ON period 
●  Load duty cycles with varying ON period 
●  Free duty cycle 
The objective is to identify characteristic torque and speed operating points, on the basis of 
which the motor can be selected depending on the particular load. 
Once the operating scenario has been defined and specified, the maximum motor torque is 
calculated. Generally, the maximum motor torque is required when accelerating. The load 
torque and the torque required to accelerate the motor are added. 
The maximum motor torque is then verified with the limiting characteristic curves of the 
motors. 
The following criteria must be taken into account when selecting the motor: 
●  The dynamic limits must be adhered to, i.e., all speed-torque points of the relevant load 
event must lie below the relevant limiting characteristic curve. 
●  The thermal limits must be adhered to, i.e. the RMS motor torque at the average motor 
speed resulting from the duty cycle must lie below the S1 characteristic curve (continuous 
duty).