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	Can I DIN rail mount the GA500? Posted Date: 09/30/2019 Answer: Yes, the GA500 can be DIN rail mounted using field installed kit. Mounting options for GA500. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, GA500 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch, Installation Document Number: INV-PWSH28 Published Date: 09/30/2019 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	09/30/2019
	Can I control Start/Stop of my drive by just applying and removing input power? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: No. You never want to control Start/Stop of the motor by applying and cutting power to the inverter. This will stress the input diodes, precharge resistor and precharge contactor of the inverter and eventually cause failure. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, General Inverter Drives Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Operation Document Number: DRV-5FLM3T Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	Can I connect my smartphone or tablet to the GA500? Posted Date: 09/30/2019 Answer: Yes, you can achieve this with DriveWizard Mobile using a USB On-the-Go (OTG) cable or optional Bluetooth keypad. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, GA500 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch, Programming Document Number: INV-UUUU9D Published Date: 09/30/2019 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	09/30/2019
	Can I connect my smartphone or tablet to the FP605? Posted Date: 04/07/2022 Answer: Yes, you can achieve this with DriveWizard Mobile using a USB On-the-Go (OTG) cable or an optional Bluetooth keypad. For more information on DriveWizard Mobile visit https://www.yaskawa.com/dwm. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, FP605 Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Product Launch, Keypad-Operator, Options Document Number: INV-AD3J07 Published Date: 04/07/2022 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	04/07/2022
	Can CAM profiles/recipes reside in the SMC motion controller and how many separate points of data are possible? Posted Date: 01/21/2005 Answer: Yes. CAM profiles can reside in the SMC motion controller. Cams are stored in the special array memory using the ET commands, which can exist in the program or be saved to flash with the BN command. There are 257 (0-256) points/pairs per slave axis available for camming in the Legend-MC and the SMC-2000. The SMC-4000 has1025 (0-1024) points/pairs per axis available for camming. Cam data can be stored in a generic user array, then copied to the cam table at run time, allowing several different cam profiles to be selected. There are 8,000 array elements available in the SMC-3010 and SMC-2000, and 15,000 points available in the SMC-4000. Cam data may be calculated within the SMC application program, or in an Excel worksheet. If using the latter, the resulting data can be arranged into a command format (ET[1]=xxxxx) and copied into YTerm for download as part of a program. Recipe data can also be stored in one or many arrays, and selected by setting an index value at run time. Product Group/Line: Controllers, SMC-2000, SMC-3010 LEGEND-MC, SMC-4000, YTerm Software Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications, Procedure - Policy, Programming Document Number: MTN-5YQTN2 Published Date: 01/21/2005 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	01/21/2005
	Can cam data be imported into SigmaSelect when using Blend Mode in MotionWorks IEC Cam Editor? Posted Date: 12/15/2014 Answer: Blend Mode in MotionWorks IEC Cam Editor is used to create cam tables with three distinct sections: An entry cam, a running cam, and an exit cam. It is useful for application like rotary knives that may need to start and stop based on a sensor input. When sizing with SigmaSelect, the cam data from this type of cam is not useful because it does not properly refect the accelerations and decelerations that the mechanism undergoes. Only the running cam is imported into SigmaSelect. To size this type of application, it is best to simulate the worst-case conditions with a trapezoidal move. Usually the worst case scenario is a single cycle starting and ending at a complete stop. Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SigmaSelect Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Software Document Number: SRV-QJGH39 Published Date: 12/15/2014 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	12/15/2014
	Can a smooth shaft Yaskawa motor be replaced with one that has keyway shaft? Posted Date: 01/04/2002 Answer: In most cases, yes. Motors with keyway shafts can be run with the key fitted, or without the key. The couplings that are used with smooth shaft motors are typically compression fitted. These couplings also fit well on motor shafts with keyway. If the user wishes to fill the keyway space, a half key may be installed in the shaft keyway. This half key is typically a full length rectangular key of half height. For information on couplings, please refer to the attached document. Attachments: 545KB Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Maintenance, Parts or Replacement, Start Up - Installation, Troubleshooting Document Number: MNEN-5CJMK4 Published Date: 01/04/2002 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	01/04/2002
	Can a single HMI be used to communicate to multiple controllers? Posted Date: 05/22/2001 Answer: If several controllers have the same communication protocol (such as Memobus for the Yaskawa MP9xx products), there are many HMIs which can communicate to multiple controllers using RS-485 multi-drop wiring. This forms an electronic network where the HMI acts as the communication master and the individual PLC/controller devices are slaves. Up to 32 nodes can be connected using this method. If a system has controllers using two different protocols, communication to both protocols is possible if the HMI supports "Dual-Driver" or "Multi-Driver" communications. Contact the HMI manufacturer directly to inquire about availability of this feature. Product Group/Line: Controllers, General Controllers Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Operation, Specifications Document Number: MNEN-5CJMPS Published Date: 05/22/2001 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	05/22/2001
	Can a SGD7S Analog SERVOPACK in speed control with an analog voltage reference use a sequence input to change the running Servomotor direction? Posted Date: 02/15/2017 Answer: Yes. The SGD7S Analog SERVOPACK has added the ability to use the /SPD-D (Motor Direction Input) Signal in speed control with an analog voltage reference. See attachment for more detail. Note: You must allocate the /SPD-D signal to use it. Use Pn50C.0 (/SPD-D Signal Allocation) to allocate the signal to a connector pin. Attachments: 68KB Product Group/Line: SGD7S Analog, Servo Products Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Motors, Speed Control Document Number: SRV-CMCBL8 Published Date: 02/15/2017 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	02/15/2017
	Can a servomotor be energized while it is moving? Posted Date: 07/31/2001 Answer: The SGDH amplifier will not energize a servomotor that is moving. Because of this, it is important to have proper brake timing, especially on vertical applications. The SGDH has a built-in holding brake interlock (/BK output) that is the safest and most reliable way to make sure that the holding brake is applied correctly. Example Situation: A customer wishes to use a simple digital output from a PLC to control his brake output (instead of the Yaskawa-recommended /BK output). The customer programs his PLC to remove the brake at the same time as he energizes his servo. If the brake releases before the motor is energized, gravity will cause the motor to coast downward. The SGDH will begin its attempt to energize the motor (digital display says "run"), but the amplifier will not allow the motor to be energized because it is moving. When the motor stops either by a hard stop or by external force, the SGDH will energize the motor. The motor will now be able to move as the controller commands. The solution to this situation is to hold the brake on longer to give the motor a chance to apply power. If the /BK output is used, the timing functions are all built-in to the SGDH. For more information on using the Holding Brake Interlock with the SGDH amplifier, consult the SGDH User's Manual (YEA-SIA-S800-32.2) section 5.4.4. Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDH Sigma II Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Operation, Specifications, Troubleshooting Document Number: MNEN-5CJMQ4 Published Date: 07/31/2001 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/31/2001
	Can a remote Hand/Off/Auto switch be connected to the E7B product? Posted Date: 06/08/2007 Answer: Yes, a Hand/Off/Auto switch can be connected to the E7B product by configuring a 3 position H/O/A switch as identified in the attached. For more information, refer to DS.E7B.01, the E7B Schematic Diagram (formerly E7B-00). Attachments: 21KB Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, E7B Drive Bypass Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Applications Document Number: DRV-5ZYN3G Published Date: 06/08/2007 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/08/2007
	Can an SGMJV-08A motor be driven by SGDV-2R8F 100V drive? Posted Date: 03/03/2015 Answer: The SGDV-2R8F, 100V input amplifier does not have enough bus capacitance to sustain rapid acceleration and to maintain acceptable ripple current level in such mismatch combination. Under-voltage alarm may occur during rapid acceleration. Further, the bus capacitance isn't designed to absorb excess regen during rapid deceleration. This may cause over-voltage alarms. Using in this manner will degrade the life of the bus capacitors, and may cause premature failure. This combination is not recommended. Product Group/Line: Servo Products, SGDV Analog, SGDV EtherCAT, SGDV Indexer, SGDV MECHATROLINK-II, SGDV MECHATROLINK-III, SGDV MP2600iec, SGDV SigmaLogic, SGMJV Sigma-5 Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Specifications Document Number: SRV-ITL5P7 Published Date: 03/03/2015 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	03/03/2015
	Can an MPiec Series Controller be programmed to measure the length a product passing on a conveyor? Posted Date: 03/10/2014 Answer: It is possible to use one sensor to capture the encoder position of the motor as it detects the leading and trailing edges of the product as it passes below the sensor. One will need to wire the sensor output to two separate high speed latch inputs on the Servopack and change the polarity of the active signal for one of them. Then use the MC_TouchProbe function block to capture the encoder positions. Finally, subtract the two captured positions to calculate the result. See the attached document for details. Attachments: 88KB Product Group/Line: Controllers, Servo Products, MotionWorks IEC, MP2000iec Series, MP2300Siec, MP2310iec, MP2600iec, MP3200iec, SGDV MECHATROLINK-II, SGDV MECHATROLINK-III, SGDV MP2600iec Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming Document Number: MTN-9GRTNF Published Date: 03/10/2014 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	03/10/2014
	Can an external 24V power supply be used with the GPD515/G5 Logic Inputs? Posted Date: 07/13/2004 Answer: An Option Card is required-- part no. 46S03477-0010 -- 24V Logic Interface Card. Unlike the drive itself, this card has current-sinking inputs which allows the use of an external power supply or PLC DC output card with current-sourcing (PNP) outputs. This card plugs into the drive's Logic Input terminal block and provides screw terminals for input connection. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, G5HHP Drive, G5 GPD515 Drive, G5 Drive 600 Volt Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Wiring Document Number: DRV-5FLM68 Published Date: 07/13/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	07/13/2004
	Can an EtherCAT Master monitor the external encoder position of an SGD7 EtherCAT SERVOPACK with a Fully-closed Module (SGDV-OFA01A)? Posted Date: 08/23/2021 Answer: Yes, the external encoder position of the encoder connected to the Fully-closed Module may be monitored. The encoder may be an incremental encoder or an absolute encoder. This function is available when a rotary motor is connected to the SERVOPACK. (This function is not available when a linear motor is connected to the SERVOPACK.) The SGD7 EtherCAT SERVOPACK with a Fully-closed Module (SGDV-OFA01A) can pass on the external encoder position so it can be monitored by an EtherCAT Master. Note: The functionality is only available when the SERVOPACK is in semi-closed operation (Pn002.3 = 0). To enable monitoring the external encoder, perform the following steps: Set Pn00E.3 = 1 or 3. “1” to use the external encoder in forward reference. “3” to use the external encoder in reverse reference. For absolute external encoders, set PnB9C = 1 so that the Electronic Gear Ratio in Pn210 and Pn20E is 1:1. (This may be updated in the future to remove this step, but it is required as of ECAT FW 8.14 across all Sigma-7 ECAT SERVOPACKS). Cycle power on the SGD7. Object 0x60E4:01 contains the external incremental encoder position. Also note that for absolute external encoders, one of the steps sets the EGR, so the master scaling may need to be changed on the master. Product Group/Line: SGD7S EtherCAT, Servo Products Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Networks, Programming Document Number: SRV-IO9RO7 Published Date: 08/23/2021 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	08/23/2021
	Can a negative speed reference be used to command the drive to reverse direction when using the Profibus option? Posted Date: 01/10/2003 Answer: Motor rotation cannot be reversed by inputting a negative speed reference when using the Profibus option. Negative speed reference values are not recognized and should not be used to reverse direction of the motor. To reverse motor rotation, a reverse run command must be provided. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, G5HHP Drive, G5 GPD515 Drive, Network Comms-Profibus, V74X Drive, V7 Drive, G5 Drive 600 Volt Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Networks, Operation Document Number: DRV-5HNNA9 Published Date: 01/10/2003 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	01/10/2003
	Can a motor with less capacity than the capacity of the V7 Drive be used? Posted Date: 06/20/2013 Answer: Yes, a motor up to half the capacity of the inverter can be used. Be sure to set the rated current protection (parameter n036) for the motor by its rated current, see attached. For additional information, please see TM.V7.01. Note: Earlier versions of the V7 Drive were named GPD 315/V7, GPD 315 or VS Mini V7. Attachments: 23KB Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, V7 Drive, V74X Drive, V7N Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming, Specifications Document Number: DRV-5NWJT3 Published Date: 06/20/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/20/2013
	Can a MCCB rated higher than the recommended rating, be installed ahead of a drive to supply the 3 phase power? Posted Date: 06/12/2014 Answer: This is not recommended. Rules for installing a MCCB are similar to input fusing. Too high of a value will not be safe enough to trip, in case of high amperage on the input of a drive. This could result in damage to the input semiconductor devices. Always use recommended branch circuit protection components according to NEC and/or manufacturer recommendations.. Charts are provided in the attached for choosing the proper branch short circuit protection for E7 and F7 AC drives. Attachments: 79KB Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, E7 Drive, F7 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Installation, Protective Features Document Number: DRV-5HTKNG Published Date: 06/12/2014 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/12/2014
	Can a J7 Drove fault be indicated by a drive relay output signal? Posted Date: 06/20/2013 Answer: A fault can be output using Multi-Function Relay Output Terminals MA, MB, and MC (N.O., N.C.). See the attached. Refer to TM.J7.01 for additional information. Attachments: 29KB Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, J7 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Programming Document Number: DRV-5NSKL7 Published Date: 06/20/2013 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	06/20/2013
	Can a Dynamic Braking resistor be installed on a J7 Drive? Posted Date: 10/11/2004 Answer: The J7 Drive does not have an internal braking transistor therefore that option can not be installed. An separate braking module is be needed. It may be more cost effective to use a V7 Drive instead for that application. Note: Earlier versions of the J7 Drive were named GPD 305/J7, GPD 305 or VS Mini J7 and earlier versions of the V7 Drive were named GPD 315/V7, GPD 315 or VS Mini V7. Product Group/Line: Inverter Drives, J7 Drive, V74X Drive, V7N Drive, V7 Drive Topic/Sub Topic: Ask a Technical Question, Dynamic Braking Document Number: DRV-5FLLSK Published Date: 10/11/2004 Share \| Rate Rate this article :	10/11/2004

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