FANUC codes
FANUCOvertravel/LimitBasic5-15 minutes

505

Fanuc Alarm 505 - Z Axis Negative Overtravel

Overtravel -Z

Stored stroke check alarm. The axis has exceeded the stored stroke limit -Z as defined in parameter 1320-1327.

Root Cause Summary

Fanuc Alarm 505 occurs when the machine attempts to move beyond the negative software limit defined in Parameter 1325 (Stored Stroke Check III). This is a protective alarm that prevents the axis from exceeding the programmed work envelope on the negative direction of the specified axis.

Safety

  • Jog slowly away from limit
  • Verify position after recovery

Causes and Fixes

  1. 1

    Press SYSTEM > CURRENT POS and verify the absolute machine coordinate position of the affected axis (n). Note the current position value.

  2. 2

    Press SYSTEM > PARAM and check Parameter 1325 (Stored Stroke Check III negative side) for the affected axis. Compare this limit value with the current machine position from step 1.

  3. 3

    If the current position exceeds Parameter 1325, manually jog the axis in the positive direction using MPG or incremental jog mode to bring it within limits. You may need to hold RESET while jogging to override the alarm.

    Ensure no physical obstructions exist before jogging. Move slowly to prevent collisions.

  4. 4

    If Parameter 1325 value is incorrect for your machine travel, adjust it to the proper negative limit value based on machine specifications. Set Parameter 0013 bit 7 (SLC bit) to 1 to enable Parameter 1325 stored stroke check if disabled.

    Parameter write enable (PWE) bit 0 of Parameter 0000 must be set to 1 to modify parameters. Return PWE to 0 after changes.

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Call a technician if:

  • ·Parameter 1325 value appears incorrect for machine configuration
  • ·Reference return fails repeatedly
  • ·Encoder or position feedback system suspected

Prevention

  • Always verify work coordinate offsets match part setup
  • Include parameter 1325 verification in preventive maintenance
  • Use program simulation before running new programs
  • Maintain proper reference return procedures

Common Mistakes

  • Confusing work coordinates with machine coordinates
  • Ignoring tool length compensation in calculations
  • Setting work offsets without considering machine limits
  • Skipping reference return after power cycles

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