YASKAWA SI-EP3

2 Overview
YASKAWA ELECTRIC SIEP C730600 89C YASKAWA AC Drive Option SI-EP3 Technical Manual 7
2Overview
This option provides a communications connection between the drive and a PROFINET network. The option connects
the drive to a PROFINET network and facilitates the exchange of data.
This manual explains the handling, installation and specifications of this product.
PROFINET is a communications link to connect industrial devices (such as smart motor controllers, operator interfaces,
and variable frequency drives) as well as control devices (such as programmable controllers and computers) to a
network. PROFINET is a simple, networking solution that reduces the cost and time to wire and install factory
automation devices, while providing interchangeability of like components from multiple vendors.
Install the option/PROFINET option on a drive to perform the following functions from a PROFINET master device:
• Operate the drive
• Monitor the drive operation status
• Change drive parameter settings
SI-EP3 is PROFINET Conformance Class A certified.
 Compatible Products
The option can be used with the products in Table 1.
Table 1 Compatible Products
Note: 1. Refer to the option package labeling in the field designated “PRG” (four digit number)” or the option labeling in the field to identify
the option software version. Refer to Figure 1 for details.
2. For Yaskawa customers in the North or South America region:
If your product is not listed in Table 1, refer to the web page below to confirm this manual is correct for your product. The web page
provides a list of option manuals by product, and a direct link to download a PDF.
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Or refer to: http://www.yaskawa.com/optionlookup
Product Series Model(s) Software Version <1>
<1> Refer to “PRG” on the drive nameplate for the software version number.
<2> Before you install the option on a YASKAWA AC Drive GA700, make sure that the option software version is PRG: 0253, 4400 or later.
<3> Before you install the option on a YASKAWA AC Drive GA800, make sure that the option software version is PRG: 4400 or later.
A1000
CIMR-A2A
≥1020
CIMR-A4A0002 to 4A0675
CIMR-A4A0930 and 4A1200 ≥3015
CIMR-A5A
≥5040
≥1010
U1000
CIMR-UA
≥1010
CIMR-UE
CIMR-UP
CIMR-UW
U1000L
CIMR-UL
≥6210
CIMR-UF
CIMR-UR
CIMR-US
Z1000U
CIMR-ZA
≥6110
CIMR-ZE
CIMR-ZP
CIMR-ZW
GA700
<2> CIPR-GA70 ≥1010
GA800
<3> CIPR-GA80 ≥9010
A1000