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Sourcetronic ST600 Series - User Manual

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ST600 Series Frequency Inverter
User Manual

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Sourcetronic ST600 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Rated Power600W
Output Voltage230VAC
Output Frequency50Hz
Protection FeaturesOverload, overvoltage, short circuit
Cooling MethodFan

Summary

Preface

Safety Precautions

What this chapter contains

Introduces the chapter's scope on safety precautions for VFDs.

Safety definition

Defines key safety terms like Danger, Warning, and Note.

Warning symbols

Explains various warning symbols used in the manual and their meanings.

Safety guidelines

Provides general safety guidelines for handling and operating the VFD.

Delivery and installation

Provides guidelines for safe delivery and installation of the VFD, including material and spacing requirements.

Commissioning and running

Covers safety guidelines for commissioning and running the VFD, including power disconnection and waiting times.

Maintenance and component replacement

Outlines safety measures for VFD maintenance, inspection, and component replacement.

Scrap treatment

Details the proper disposal methods for the VFD at the end of its lifecycle.

Precautions for Quick Application

What this chapter contains

Introduces the chapter on basic principles for quick installation and commissioning.

Unpack inspection

Lists checks to perform after receiving the VFD product, including box and accessory verification.

Application confirmation

Details checks required before operating the VFD, such as load type, current, voltage, and required functions.

Environment confirmation

Specifies environmental conditions to check before using the VFD, including temperature and altitude.

Installation confirmation

Lists checks for proper VFD installation, including cable capacity, grounding, spacing, and mounting mode.

Basic commissioning

Outlines the procedures for basic commissioning before operating the VFD, including parameter setup and motor autotuning.

Safety standard related data

Presents safety standard data related to SIL and ISO 13849 classifications.

Product Overview

What this chapter contains

Introduces the chapter covering operation principles, product features, and layouts.

Basic principle

Explains the fundamental operating principle of the frequency inverter, including rectifier, capacitor bank, and inverter stages.

Product specification

Details specifications for power input, output, technical control, and running performance.

Peripheral interface

Details analog and digital input/output specifications, relay outputs, and extension interfaces.

Others

Covers installation mode, ambient temperature, ingress protection, cooling mode, brake unit, EMC filter, and STO certification.

Product nameplate

Explains the information found on the VFD's nameplate, including model and certification markings.

Product model

Describes the product model designation and provides a table for model description.

Rated values

Provides a table listing the rated output power, input current, and output current for standard model VFDs.

Rated values of SP models

Provides rated values for the SP model series of ST600 VFDs.

Structure diagram

Shows a structural diagram of standard model VFDs, identifying key components like covers, keypad, and terminals.

Structure diagram of SP models

Illustrates the structural diagram of SP model VFDs, detailing components and their uses.

Installation Guide

What this chapter contains

Introduces the chapter on mechanical and electrical installation of the VFD.

Mechanical installation

Covers mechanical installation aspects, including environmental requirements.

Installation environment

Details the required installation environment for the VFD, covering site, temperature, humidity, and storage.

Installation direction

Specifies the correct installation direction for VFDs (vertical installation is recommended).

Installation mode

Describes different installation modes for standard and SP model VFDs, including wall-mounting and flange-mounting.

Single-unit installation

Provides diagrams and instructions for installing a single VFD unit, detailing spacing requirements.

Multiple-unit installation

Illustrates diagrams and notes for installing multiple VFDs in parallel, with spacing considerations.

Vertical installation

Explains vertical installation procedures for VFDs, emphasizing the need for windshields.

Tilted installation

Discusses tilted installation procedures for VFDs, highlighting air inlet/outlet separation.

Standard wiring of main circuit

Provides main circuit wiring diagrams for different standard model VFD series, indicating optional parts.

Main circuit terminal diagram

Illustrates main circuit terminal diagrams for various standard model VFD series, showing terminal layouts.

Wiring process of the main circuit terminals

Details the step-by-step process for wiring the main circuit terminals of the VFD.

Standard wiring of control circuit

Provides the wiring diagram for the basic control circuit of the VFD, including input/output and communication terminals.

Input;output signal connection diagram

Explains how to set NPN/PNP modes and internal/external power using U-shaped jumpers for input/output signals.

Wiring protection

Covers wiring protection methods, including short-circuit protection for VFDs, input power, and motor cables.

Protect the VFD and input power cable in short-circuit

Describes how to protect the VFD and input power cable from short circuits using fuse configurations.

Protect the motor and motor cable in short circuit

Explains how to protect the motor and motor cable from short circuits, recommending separate thermal overload protection for multiple motors.

Protect motor and prevent thermal overload

Details how to protect the motor from thermal overload using the VFD's built-in protection function.

Bypass connection

Discusses bypass connections for ensuring system operation during VFD faults or for soft startup.

Basic Operation Instructions

What this chapter contains

Introduces the chapter on using the VFD keypad and common commissioning procedures.

Keypad introduction

Introduces the LCD keypad and its functions for VFD control, data reading, and parameter setting.

Keypad display

Explains how the VFD keypad can display various states like stopped, running, parameter editing, and fault alarms.

Displaying stopped-state parameters

Describes how to display stopped-state parameters on the keypad and navigate through them.

Displaying running-state parameters

Explains how to display running-state parameters on the keypad and switch between different display styles.

Displaying fault information

Details how the VFD displays fault information, including error codes and TRIP indicator status.

Operating the VFD through the keypad

Covers operations performable via the keypad, including menu navigation, parameter selection, and list modification.

Enter;exit menu

Explains how to enter and exit the main menus (Parameter, About, Menu) and navigate through them.

Parameter groups

Lists basic parameters organized into groups, like P00 to P14.

Motor and encoder parameters

Details parameters related to motor and encoder settings, covering motor 1 and motor 2.

Factory parameters

Lists factory parameters, specifically P99 for factory functions.

Terminal function parameters

Describes parameters related to terminal functions, including input and output terminals.

Optional card parameters

Lists parameters for optional expansion cards like communication and I/O cards.

Factory customized parameters

Lists factory-customized parameters, such as tension control settings.

State monitoring

Covers state monitoring parameters, fault types, fault recording, and modified parameters.

Motor parameter autotune

Explains the process of motor parameter autotuning, emphasizing correct nameplate parameter setup.

Copy parameter; Restore default

Details functions for backing up, restoring, and copying parameters between the VFD and keypad.

System settings

Covers system settings like language, time/date, backlight, power-on wizard, and keypad programming.

Editing a parameter list

Explains how to edit parameter lists in stopped or running states, including adding, moving, and deleting parameters.

Adding parameters to the parameter list displayed in stopped;running state

Guides users on adding parameters to the stopped or running state display lists via the menu.

Adding parameters to the user defined parameter list

Explains how to add parameters to a user-defined parameter list through the menu structure.

Editing user defined parameters

Details how to edit user-defined parameters, including modifying values and checking editability status.

Editing parameters in parameter groups

Guides users on editing parameters within specific function groups and navigating edit interfaces.

Monitoring states

Explains how to monitor states by accessing specific function codes and viewing real-time detected values.

Autotuning motor parameters

Covers the process of autotuning motor parameters, including selecting autotuning types and prerequisites.

Backing up parameters

Describes how to back up and restore VFD parameters using the keypad's storage areas.

System settings

Explains how to access system settings for language, time/date, backlight, and parameter restoration.

Power-on setup wizard

Details the power-on setup wizard function that guides users through initial VFD configuration.

Common commissioning procedures

Provides a flowchart outlining common commissioning procedures for motor 1, including autotuning and control mode selection.

Vector control

Explains the principles of vector control for asynchronous and synchronous motors, emphasizing accurate motor parameters.

SVPWM control mode

Covers SVPWM control mode, V/F curve modes, and suggestions for optimal settings.

Customized V;F curve (V;F separation) function

Describes the customized V/F curve function, allowing users to set reference channels and acceleration/deceleration times.

Torque control

Explains the VFD's support for torque control and speed control modes, and how they affect performance.

Motor parameter

Discusses motor parameters, including safety precautions for autotuning and the support for two motor parameter sets.

Start;stop control

Details the VFD's start/stop control in three states and describes three start modes: at starting frequency, after DC brake, and after speed-tracking.

Frequency setup

Explains frequency reference modes, including main and auxiliary channels, and how they combine.

Analog input

Describes the VFD's analog input terminals (AI1, AI2) and high-speed pulse input terminals (HDIA, HDIB).

Analog output

Details the analog output terminal (AO1) and high-speed pulse output (HDO) terminal, including their functions and configurations.

Digital input

Covers the VFD's digital input terminals (S1-S4) and HDI input terminals, explaining their programmable functions.

Digital output

Describes the VFD's digital output terminals, including relay outputs, Y output, and HDO output.

Simple PLC

Explains the Simple PLC function for multi-step speed generation and control, including step settings and output signals.

Multi-step speed running

Details how to set parameters for multi-step speed running, selectable via multi-step speed terminals.

PID control

Explains PID control for process control, used to adjust VFD output frequency or voltage based on feedback.

Run at wobbling frequency

Describes the wobbling frequency function, typically used for transverse movement and winding applications.

Commissioning procedures for closed-loop control, position control and spindle positioning

Provides step-by-step procedures for commissioning closed-loop vector control, position control, and spindle positioning.

Fault handling

Offers guidance on handling VFD faults, including identifying causes and applying corrective measures.

Troubleshooting

What this chapter contains

Introduces the chapter on resetting faults, checking history, and understanding alarm/fault information.

Indications of alarms and faults

Explains how to interpret fault indications on the keypad and identify VFD exception states.

Fault reset

Describes methods for resetting VFD faults using the keypad, digital inputs, or power cycling.

Fault history

Details how fault types and running data are recorded for the latest faults.

VFD faults and solutions

Provides a systematic approach to diagnosing and resolving VFD faults by checking parameters and applying corrective measures.

Details of faults and solutions

Lists common VFD faults, their possible causes, and corresponding corrective measures, including fault type codes.

Analysis on common faults

Offers diagnostic flowcharts for common VFD faults, guiding users through troubleshooting steps.

Motor fails to work

Provides a flowchart to diagnose and resolve issues when the motor fails to work.

Motor vibrates

Offers a flowchart for troubleshooting motor vibration or unusual sounds, covering parameter checks and autotuning.

Overvoltage

Presents a flowchart for diagnosing and resolving overvoltage faults, including checks for supply voltage and deceleration time.

Undervoltage

Provides a flowchart for troubleshooting undervoltage faults, covering checks for power supply and grid conditions.

Unusual heating of motor

Offers a flowchart for diagnosing unusual motor heating, covering parameter checks, autotuning, and motor/cable conditions.

VFD overheating

Provides a flowchart for troubleshooting VFD overheating, checking load, ambient temperature, fan, and heat sink.

Motor stalls during ACC

Offers a flowchart for diagnosing motor stalls during acceleration (ACC), checking time, torque, and parameters.

Overcurrent

Provides a flowchart for troubleshooting overcurrent faults, checking wiring, parameters, torque boost, and interference.

Countermeasures on common interference

Discusses countermeasures for common interference issues affecting meters, switches, and sensors.

Interference on meter switches and sensors

Describes interference phenomena and solutions for meters, switches, and sensors connected to the VFD.

Interference on communication

Addresses interference issues in RS485 communication, including delay, sync loss, and power-off problems.

Failure to stop and indicator shimmering due to motor cable coupling

Explains interference issues related to motor cable coupling affecting stopping and indicator behavior.

Leakage current and interference on RCD

Discusses leakage current from VFDs and its potential impact on RCDs, including RCD selection rules.

Live device chassis

Describes the phenomenon of sensible voltage on the chassis and provides grounding solutions.

Maintenance and hardware fault diagnosis

What this chapter contains

Introduces the chapter on performing preventive maintenance and hardware fault diagnosis for VFDs.

Periodical inspection

Details routine maintenance checks for VFDs, covering ambient environment, voltage, keypad, and main circuit components.

Cooling fan

Discusses the service life and maintenance of the VFD's cooling fan, including replacement procedures.

Capacitor

Covers capacitor maintenance, specifically the reforming procedure for DC bus capacitors if the VFD is left unused.

Power cable

Provides instructions for checking and ensuring the proper connection of power cables.

Communication protocol

What this chapter contains

Introduces the chapter on communication protocols for ST600 series VFDs, focusing on RS485 and Modbus.

Modbus protocol introduction

Explains the Modbus protocol, its transmission modes (ASCII, RTU), and network structure.

Application of Modbus

Details the application of the Modbus protocol using RTU mode and RS485 interfaces for VFD communication.

RS485

Describes RS485 interfaces, including signal transmission, wiring, baud rates, and maximum transmission distances.

RTU mode

Explains the RTU communication mode, including frame structure, code system, and error detection domains.

RTU communication frame structure

Details the structure of an RTU communication frame, including start, address, command, data, and CRC.

RTU command code and communication data

Covers RTU command codes for reading (03H) and writing (06H) data, including example frames.

Command code: 03 H, reading N words

Explains the 03H command code for reading data from the VFD, specifying contiguous addresses and data quantity.

Command code: 06 H, writing a word

Details the 06H command code for writing a single piece of data to modify VFD parameters or operation mode.

Command code: 10 H, continuous writing

Explains the 10H command code for continuous writing of multiple data pieces to the VFD, with examples.

Data address definition

Describes the address definition of communication data and rules for function code address representation.

Function code address representation rules

Explains how function code addresses are represented, using group and parameter numbers.

Modbus communication commissioning example

Provides a practical example of Modbus communication commissioning using PC software to set VFD parameters.

Common communication faults

Lists common communication faults like no response or exception responses and their possible causes.

Expansion cards

Model definition

Explains how to define expansion card models based on product line, category, technical version, distinguishing code, and working power.

Model definition

Continues model definition with examples for PC and TX expansion cards.

Model definition

Continues model definition with examples for 4G cards, including antenna and SIM card types.

Dimensions and installation

Details the dimensions of expansion cards and provides general installation principles, including grounding.

IO expansion card function description

Describes the functions of the IO expansion card 1 (SIO501-00), including terminal arrangements and indicator definitions.

IO expansion card 2 (SIO502-00)

Details the functions of the IO expansion card 2 (SIO502-00), including terminal functions and indicator definitions.

Programmable expansion card (SPC502-00) function description

Explains the functions of the programmable expansion card, including terminal arrangement and indicator definitions.

Communication card

Describes Bluetooth and WIFI communication cards, including indicator definitions and installation of external antennas.

PROFIBUS-DP communication card (STX503)

Details the PROFIBUS-DP communication card, including connector pin descriptions and indicator definitions.

PROFINET communication card (STX509)

Explains the PROFINET communication card, including state indicators and electrical connection diagrams.

Ethernet;IP communication card (STX510) and Modbus TCP communication card (STX515)

Describes Ethernet/IP and Modbus TCP communication cards, including state indicators and electrical wiring diagrams.

PG expansion card function description

Covers PG expansion cards, including Sin/Cos PG card function description.

Sin;Cos PG card (SPG502)

Details the Sin/Cos PG card, including terminal functions, indicator definitions, and wiring diagrams.

Resolver PG card (SPG504-00)

Describes the Resolver PG card, including terminal functions and indicator definitions.

Multi-function incremental PG card (SPG505-12)

Explains the multi-function incremental PG card, including terminal functions, indicator definitions, and wiring diagrams for different encoder types.

24 V incremental PG card (SPG505-24)

Details the 24V incremental PG card, including terminal functions and indicator definitions.

Dimension drawings

What this chapter contains

Introduces the chapter describing dimension drawings of the ST600 series VFDs.

VFD structure

Shows the structure diagram of standard model VFDs, illustrating the assembly of components.

Dimensions of VFDs

Covers dimensions of VFDs, focusing on wall-mounting diagrams for various standard models.

Wall-mounting dimensions

Provides wall-mounting diagrams and dimensions for standard model VFDs from 1R5G3 to 037G3.

Wall-mounting dimensions

Continues wall-mounting diagrams and dimensions for standard model VFDs from 045G3 to 110G3.

Wall-mounting dimensions

Continues wall-mounting diagrams and dimensions for standard model VFDs from 132G3 to 200G3.

Wall-mounting dimensions of standard model VFDs

Lists wall-mounting dimensions, screw types, and weights for standard model VFDs.

Wall-mounting diagram of SP model VFDs 004 G3-037 G3

Shows wall-mounting diagrams for SP model VFDs from 004G3 to 037G3.

Wall-mounting dimensions of SP model VFDs 004 G3-037 G3

Lists wall-mounting dimensions, screw types, and weights for SP model VFDs from 004G3 to 037G3.

Wall-mounting diagram of SP model VFDs of 045 G3-110 G3

Illustrates wall-mounting diagrams for SP model VFDs from 045G3 to 110G3.

Wall-mounting dimensions of SP model VFDs 045 G3-110 G3

Provides wall-mounting dimensions, screw types, and weights for SP model VFDs from 045G3 to 110G3.

Flange mounting dimensions

Describes flange mounting dimensions for standard model VFDs, showing diagrams for different model ranges.

Flange mounting diagram of standard model VFDs 1 R5 G3-075 G3

Shows flange mounting diagrams for standard model VFDs from 1R5G3 to 075G3.

Flange mounting diagram of standard model VFDs 090 G3-110 G3

Shows flange mounting diagrams for standard model VFDs from 090G3 to 110G3.

Flange mounting diagram of standard model VFDs 132 G3-200 G3

Illustrates flange mounting diagrams for standard model VFDs from 132G3 to 200G3.

380 V Flange mounting dimensions of standard model VFDs

Lists flange mounting dimensions, screw types, and weights for standard model VFDs.

Flange mounting diagram of SP model VFDs of 004 G3-037 G3

Shows flange mounting diagrams for SP model VFDs from 004G3 to 037G3.

Flange mounting dimensions of SP model VFDs 004 G3-037 G3

Lists flange mounting dimensions, screw types, and weights for SP model VFDs from 004G3 to 037G3.

Flange mounting diagram of SP model VFDs 045 G3-055 G3

Illustrates flange mounting diagrams for SP model VFDs from 045G3 to 055G3.

Flange mounting dimensions of SP model VFDs 045 G3-055 G3

Provides flange mounting dimensions, screw types, and weights for SP model VFDs from 045G3 to 055G3.

Optional peripheral accessories

What this chapter contains

Introduces the chapter on selecting optional accessories for ST600 series frequency inverters.

Wiring of peripheral accessories

Shows external wiring diagrams for optional accessories like LCD keypad, brake resistor, and reactors connected to the VFD.

Power supply

Refers to electrical installation for power supply details and ensures voltage class consistency with the grid.

Cables

Discusses power cable requirements, including size, temperature margin, and grounding, as well as control cable requirements.

Power cables

Details power cable requirements, including size, temperature margin, and grounding.

Control cables

Explains the requirements for control cables, emphasizing the use of shielded or double-shielded twisted-pair cables.

Breaker and electromagnetic contactor

Covers the selection and configuration of breakers and electromagnetic contactors for VFD input side protection.

Parameters of the optional accessories for standard and SP model VFDs

Lists recommended breaker, fuse, and contactor ratings for standard and SP model VFDs.

Reactors

Explains the necessity and selection of AC and DC reactors for input and output sides to manage voltage and current issues.

Filters

Discusses the use and installation of EMC filters, including notes on specific grid systems and disconnection of jumpers.

Filter model description

Explains the filter model designation system and provides tables for filter models based on VFD product.

Models of filters for standard and SP model VFDs

Lists input and output filter models for standard and SP model VFDs.

Brake system

Introduces the brake system, including selection of brake components and safety precautions.

Brake component selection

Provides guidelines for selecting brake units and resistors based on VFD model, torque, and usage requirements.

Brake resistor cable selection

Specifies that brake resistor cables must be shielded.

Brake resistor installation

Details installation requirements for brake resistors and units, including material and cable length considerations.

STO function description

STO function logic table

Describes the STO function logic, mapping input states to corresponding faults and indicating drive behavior.

STO channel delay description

Provides a table detailing the trigger and indication delays for STO channels (STL1, STL2, STL3, STO).

STO function installation checklist

Lists essential checks to perform before installing the STO function to ensure proper operation.

Acronyms and abbreviations

Term;word

Lists terms and their corresponding acronyms or abbreviations used in the VFD interface.

Energy efficiency data

Power losses and IE class of standard model VFDs

Presents tables showing power losses and IE class ratings for standard model VFDs under various load conditions.

Power losses and IE class of SP model VFDs

Lists power losses and IE class ratings for SP model VFDs under different load conditions.

Rated specifications of standard and SP model VFDs

Provides rated specifications like apparent power, output power, current, temperature, frequency, and voltage for standard and SP model VFDs.

Further information

Product and service queries

Guides users on how to contact Sourcetronic for product queries and service support.

Feedback on Sourcetronic VFD manuals

Invites user feedback on manuals and provides contact options for online service personnel.

Documents on the Internet

Directs users to the Sourcetronic website for finding manuals and product documents in PDF format.

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