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HEIDENHAIN 231-C6D0 - C6D0 Motor does not react. Power stage not ready
HEIDENHAIN alarm 231-C6D0 indicates the power stage for the specified motor axis is not ready to accept PWM commands from the TNC control. This typically occurs when the inverter module cannot establish proper communication or power delivery to the servo motor due to hardware faults or configuration errors.
HEIDENHAIN 231-C6D0 - C6D0 Motor does not react. Power stage not ready
C6D0 Motor does not react. Power stage not ready
This TNC7/TNC 640 system error indicates Motor does not react. Power module is not ready. The control has detected an abnormal state that requires attention.
Root Cause Summary
HEIDENHAIN alarm 231-C6D0 indicates the power stage for the specified motor axis is not ready to accept PWM commands from the TNC control. This typically occurs when the inverter module cannot establish proper communication or power delivery to the servo motor due to hardware faults or configuration errors.
Safety
Causes and Fixes
Check PWM Cable Connections
Verify all PWM cable connections at TNC control X116-X119 connectors and inverter PWM input terminals are secure and properly seated.
Power down system before checking connections to prevent electrical shock
Test PWM Cable Continuity
Use multimeter to check continuity on PWM cable pins, particularly PWM+, PWM-, and Enable signals between TNC and inverter module.
Check cable routing for pinching or damage near cable carriers and junction boxes
Verify PWM Signal Integrity
Use oscilloscope to measure PWM signal amplitude (typically ±10V) and frequency at inverter input terminals during axis movement attempt.
PWM signals should show clean square waves without excessive noise or voltage drops
Call a technician if:
Prevention
Common Mistakes
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