
Connecting
4.2 Connecting the converter to the device
SINAMICS CONNECT
Operating Instructions, 10/2018, A5E45421408
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Requirement
●
A flat-bit screwdriver (bit size: 0.4 mm × 2.5 mm).
●
Cable with a cross section of 0.2 mm
2
to 1 mm
2
.
Note
The signal cable is not provided in the delivery.
Permissible cable and wiring options
Solid conductor
Stranded conductor
Stranded conductor, with non-
insulated ferrule
Stranded conductor, with insu-
lated ferrule
For more information about how to assemble the cable terminals on the SINAMICS
CONNECT side, see Section "Assembly of cable terminals on the device side (Page 91)".
Procedure
The following takes X121 port 1 as an example to indicate the connection of cable on the
SINAMICS CONNECT side.
1.
Align the screwdriver with the terminal, and push it downwards on the release lever with a
maximum force of 12 N.
2.
Insert the cable from above.
3.
Release the screwdriver after the cable is inserted in the indicated position.
Note
Siemens recommends that you use the signal cable with a length less than 3 m.