Intelligent Motion Systems MForce PowerDrive Plus MForce Series Microstepping PowerDrive, Operating Instructions Manual

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Part 2: Interfacing and Configuring
Shield to Earth Ground
on Supply End Only
Ferrite Beads
*L z 0.5 MH
* 0.5 MH is a typical starting point for the Common Mode Line Filters. By increasing or decreasing
the value of L you can set the drain current to a minimum to meet your application’s requirements.
Common Mode
Line Filters (2x)
From MicroLYNX
Shielded/Twisted Pair
Cable Length
as required
Motor
Connections
A
A
B
B
A
A
B
B
MForce
PowerDrive
Phase Outputs
Example B: Motor Cabling Greater Than 50 Feet
Figure 2.3.8: Motor Cableing Greater than 50 Feet
Recommended Motor Cable AWG Sizes
MForce PowerDrive Recommended Motor Cable AWG
1 Amperes (Peak) 5 Amperes (Peak)
Length (Feet) 10 25 50* 75* 100* Length (Feet) 10 25 50* 75* 100*
Minimum AWG 20 20 18 18 16 Minimum AWG 16 16 14 12 12
2 Amperes (Peak) 6 Amperes (Peak)
Length (Feet) 10 25 50* 75* 100* Length (Feet) 10 25 50* 75* 100*
Minimum AWG 20 18 16 14 14 Minimum AWG 14 14 14 12 12
3 Amperes (Peak) 7 Amperes (Peak)
Length (Feet) 10 25 50* 75* 100* Length (Feet) 10 25 50* 75* 100*
Minimum AWG 18 16 14 12 12 Minimum AWG 12 12 12 12 12
4 Amperes (Peak) *Use the alternative methods illustrated in example
B when cable length is ≥ 50 feet. Also, use the same
current rating when the alternate AC power is used.
Length (Feet) 10 25 50* 75* 100*
Minimum AWG 18 16 14 12 12
Table 2.3.1: Recommended Wire Gauges