Creating A Dmc20/Dme20 Drive-Cliq Hub; Hub Properties - Siemens SIMOTION D410-2DP/PN Installation Manual

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Creating a DMC20/DME20 DRIVE-CLiQ hub

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Hub properties

DRIVE‑CLiQ hub characteristics
The DMC20 and DME20 DRIVE‑CLiQ hub modules are used to implement point-to-point
distribution of a DRIVE‑CLiQ line. With the DMC20/DME20, an axis grouping can be expanded
with 4 DRIVE‑CLiQ sockets for additional subgroups.
● DMC20 is the hub for the control cabinet configuration
● DME20 is the hub for use without a control cabinet (IP67 degree of protection).
The modules are especially suitable for applications which require DRIVE‑CLiQ nodes to be
removed in groups, without interrupting the DRIVE‑CLiQ line and therefore the data exchange.
Application examples
Encoder expansion and hot-plugging are typical applications implemented by means of a
DRIVE-CLiQ hub.
● In an encoder expansion, direct measuring systems are connected. For example, these
are attached directly to the machine in the control cabinet. Several encoders can be
connected to one hub in the cabinet.
Note
The SIMOTION D410-2 has just one DRIVE-CLiQ interface. You can use the DMC20/
DME20 to evaluate the motor encoder and an additional encoder by means of SMx. The
DRIVE‑CLiQ hub must be directly connected to the Control Unit.
● Hot plugging is the option for changing motor components while in operation. These
components are connected to a star topology using a DRIVE-CLiQ hub. This setup allows
their deactivation without impairing downstream components.
Additional references
Additional information on the DMC20/DME20 DRIVE‑CLiQ hub is contained in the
SIMOTION D410-2 Manual
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SINAMICS S120 Control Units and Supplementary System Components Manual
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SIMOTION D410-2
Commissioning and Hardware Installation Manual, 01/2015
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