Mounting position
In the vertical plane, the connectivity module is mounted at the height of the motor shaft and
on the side of the motor opposite the motor connection cable.
In the horizontal plane, the center of the connectivity module should be ⅓ of the way along
the housing length from the drive end.
Requirements
• The mounting bracket is clean, dry and free of any grease.
• The cooling ribs to which the mounting bracket is to be bonded are thoroughly cleaned, dry
and free of any grease.
• You have carefully read the usage instructions on the adhesive package.
Procedure
1. Mount the connectivity module on the mounting bracket. (Page35) You can optionally
mount the connectivity module after you have glued the mounting bracket on the motor.
2. Choose the position for the connectivity module on the motor. The following gures show
examples of the position for the connectivity module on the motor.
Mounting and installation
5.1Installing the mounting bracket
SIMOTICS CONNECT 400
Operating Instructions, 04/2023, A5E50161952B AL 33