Interfaces
3.2 DRIVE-CLiQ interfaces
SIMOTION D4x5-2
Manual, 02/2012
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3.2 DRIVE-CLiQ interfaces
DRIVE-CLiQ interfaces
All SINAMICS S120 drive system components, including the motors and encoders, are
interconnected by a shared serial interface called DRIVE-CLiQ. The standardized cables and
connectors reduce the variety of different parts and cut storage costs.
DRIVE-CLiQ has the following properties:
● Automatic detection of components by the Control Unit
● Standardized interfaces to all components
● Uniform diagnostics down to the components
● Complete service down to the components
● 24 V / 450 mA per DRIVE-CLiQ interface are provided for the connection of encoders and
measuring systems.
Note:
The DRIVE-CLiQ cable with 24 V supply is used only for components that require this
(e.g. motors with a DRIVE-CLiQ interface).
Position of connectors
B
A
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Figure 3-1 The position of the DRIVE-CLiQ interfaces on the D4x5-2 (example of D445-2 DP/PN)