5 Installation BECKHOFF Drive Technology
44 Version 6.2 AX5000
5.3 Motors and cables
With longer motor cables the resulting commutation currents can lead to EMC faults. Use
the tables below to check whether mains chokes or mains filters have to be used in your
application. When selecting the control cabinet ensure that there is adequate space for
mains chokes and mains filters, etc.
Lay the power and signal cables in separate metal cable ducts or, if both types of cable use
the same metal cable duct, make sure there is an earthed metal dividing wall between the
cables.
For the AX5140 series no motor choke is required.
Maximum cable length (including extensions) for a rated motor voltage up to 400 V
1)
For compliance with EN 61800-3 only with mains filter AX2090-NF50-0014.
2)
For compliance with EN 61800-3 only with mains filter AX2090-NF50-0032.
In exceptional cases (sensitive sensors, etc.) it can be necessary to use a motor choke even
for motor cable lengths < 25 m.