Wiring the safety inputs¶

Attention

For SIL 3, PL e, cat.3 it is required to send test pulses from the PLC to the output or to ensure fault exclusion for wiring “Short circuit between any two conductors” according to ISO 13849-2:2012 between signals STO-SBC 1 and STO SBC 2

permanently connected (fixed) and protected against external damage, e.g. by cable ducting, armouring, OR
separate multicore cables, OR
within an electrical enclosure, OR
individually shielded with earth connection.

Connection diagrams for the STO inputs¶

Manual switch + drive¶

Allows safety functions up to SIL 3, PL e, cat.3.

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Manual switch + drive (single-channel)¶

Allows safety functions up to SIL 1, PL c, cat. 1.

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Manual switch + multiple drives¶

Allows safety functions up to SIL 3, PL e, cat.3.

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Safety PLC PM (Plus-Minus output) + drive¶

Allows safety functions up to SIL 3, PL e, cat.3.

For example: Safety PLC digital output

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Safety PLC PM (Plus-Minus output) + multiple drives¶

Allows safety functions up to SIL 3, PL e, cat.3.

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Attention

In case of multiple drive connection, ensure that the output driver has sufficient current driving capability.

Safety PLC PP (Plus-Plus output) + drive¶

Allows safety functions up to SIL 3, PL e, cat.3.

For example: Safety PLC output or safety sensors (e.g. Safety light curtain, safety scanner etc.)

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Safety PLC PP (Plus-Plus output) + multiple drives¶

Allows safety functions up to SIL 3, PL e, cat.3.

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Attention

In case of multiple drive connection, ensure that the output driver has sufficient current driving capability.

Connection diagrams for the STO/SBC feedback output¶

The STO-SBC feedback can be used for safety diagnostic purposes

Feedback to emergency stop relay (See Use cases)
Feedback to safety PLC
Maintenance test (See section Maintenance)

The STO/SBC feedback can be used as an indication of safe state of the drive/system (e.g. LED).

Attention

STO/SBC feedback shall not be used as a safety function!

Note

STO/SBC feedback is not mandatory for reaching SIL 3 or PL e safety levels

High side driver¶

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Low side driver¶

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Connection diagram for the brake¶

Attention

When using a safe brake:

use the SBC out instead of phase D of the Drive module.
ensure to connect it to Brake- of the SBC out instead of a general GND

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Now you are ready to use the feature:

Safety functions