Function modules
8.4 Braking Module External
Drive functions
480 Function Manual, 11/2017, 6SL3097-4AB00-0BP5
This function module can be activated via the infeed commissioning wizard.
You can check the current configuration in parameter r0108.26.
The appropriate binectors must be interconnected via digital inputs/outputs (e.g. Control
Unit, TM31 or TB30) with the Braking Module.
In order to obtain the maximum power of a Braking Module, the Vdc_max control must be
disabled.
Figure 8-5 Example of controlling two booksize Braking Modules
● Braking the motor without any possibility of regenerating into the line supply (e.g. power
failure)
● Fast DC link discharge (booksize format)
● The Braking Module External terminals are controlled via the drive object infeed
(booksize and chassis format)
● Controlling up to eight Braking Modules in a parallel connection
● Acknowledging faults at the Braking Module External