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C.1.5 EMC installation suggestions
To ensure electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), the following installation points should be considered to help reduce interference:
HEarthing/grounding of all system elements to a central earth/ground point (star point)
HShielding of all cables and signal wires
HFiltering of power lines.
A proper enclosure should have the following characteristics:
HAll metal conducting parts of the enclosure must be electrically connected to the back plane. These connections should be made with an earthing/grounding strap from each element to a central earthing/grounding point (star point). *
HKeep the power wiring (motor and power cable) and control wiring separated. If these wires must cross, be sure they cross at 90 degrees to minimize noise due to induction.
HThe shield connections of the signal and power cables should be connected to the shield rails or clamps. The shield rails or clamps should be conductive clamps fastened to the cabinet. **
HThe cable to the regeneration resistor must be shielded. The shield must be connected to earth/ground at both ends.
HThe location of the AC filter has to be situated close to the drive so the AC power wires are as short as possible.
HWires inside the enclosure should be placed as close as possible to conducting metal, cabinet walls and plates. It is advised to terminate unused wires to chassis ground.*
HTo reduce earth/ground current, use the largest suitable wire available for earth/ground connections.
*Earthing/grounding in general describes all metal parts which can be connected to a protective conductor, e.g. housing of cabinet, motor housing, etc. to a central earth/ground point (star point). This central earth/ground point (star point) is then connected to the main plant (or building) earth/ground.
**Or run as twisted pair at minimum.
MN1942 | CE Guidelines |
