Parameters 
  4.3 Monitoring functions 
SIMOCODE pro - Parameterize 
Operating Manual, 04/2017, A5E40507630002A/RS-AA/001 
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Cos phi monitoring 
Description 
Cos phi monitoring monitors the load condition of inductive loads. The main field of 
application is for asynchronous motors in 1-phase or 3-phase networks with loads that 
fluctuate significantly. The power factor fluctuates more than either the motor current or the 
active power does, particularly in the low-end performance range of a motor. Therefore, 
power factor monitoring is particularly suitable for distinguishing between no-load operation 
and faults, e.g. a broken drive belt or drive shaft. If the set trip level or warning level is 
undershot, a signal is generated or the motor is switched off, depending upon the setting.  
 
 
Figure 4-35  "Cos Phi Monitoring" function block  
Trip level, warning level 
You can parameterize two different response levels (trip level / warning level) for cos phi 
monitoring. 
 
0 to 100 % (default: 0 %) 
 
 to 100 % (default: 0 %) 
0 % = cos phi = 0.00 
50 % = cos phi = 0,50 
100 % = cos phi = 1,00