Danfoss MCA 124 VLT Automation Drive Instruction manual

Danfoss MCA 124 is an EtherCAT option card designed for use with Danfoss FC 301/FC 302 frequency converters. It enables real-time communication via the EtherCAT protocol, supporting a large network size and flexible topologies (line, tree, or star). The MCA 124 uses PDOs for process data control and SDOs for parameter access, offering precise control and monitoring capabilities. This option facilitates integration into various industrial automation systems.

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Key features

  • EtherCAT communication
  • Real-time control
  • Flexible topology
  • PDO/SDO support
  • Large network capacity

Frequently asked questions

Screened twisted pair cables (CAT 5e or CAT 6) are generally recommended for industrial environments and with frequency converters, as stated in the viewed document.

A maximum cable length of 100 meters is allowed between network devices, according to the viewed document.

The station alias can be set using hardware switches (refer to Table 4.1 in the viewed document) or via parameter 12-50 Configured Station Alias and TwinCAT settings.

The viewed document highlights parameters 0-40 (Hand on), 8-01 (Control Site), 8-02 (Control Word Source), 8-10 (Control Word Profile), and 8-50 to 8-56 (Coasting and Preset Reference Selection).

The viewed document specifies that the XML file can be downloaded from http://www.danfoss.com/BusinessAreas/DrivesSolutions/EtherCAT/EtherCAT+files.htm
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