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HEIDENHAIN 238-1001 - 1001 UVR phase current too high
HEIDENHAIN alarm 238-1001 indicates the UVR (power supply unit) phase current has exceeded safe operating limits, typically due to overloaded servo drives, faulty power components, or excessive regenerative energy feedback. This alarm protects the system from potential damage by monitoring the AC line current consumption against maximum permissible values.
HEIDENHAIN 238-1001 - 1001 UVR phase current too high
1001 UVR phase current too high
The UVR power supply unit is drawing line current near its maximum permissible value. The system is approaching its power limit.
Root Cause Summary
HEIDENHAIN alarm 238-1001 indicates the UVR (power supply unit) phase current has exceeded safe operating limits, typically due to overloaded servo drives, faulty power components, or excessive regenerative energy feedback. This alarm protects the system from potential damage by monitoring the AC line current consumption against maximum permissible values.
Safety
Causes and Fixes
Check axis load monitoring
Navigate to MOD > Settings > Machine > Axis Monitoring and review current consumption values for all axes. Compare against rated motor currents in machine parameters MP1020-MP1029.
Use the diagnostic screen to monitor real-time current values during axis movement
Inspect mechanical components
Manually move each axis to check for binding, excessive friction, or mechanical obstructions. Pay attention to ballscrews, linear guides, and coupling connections.
Ensure machine is in safe state and emergency stop is accessible before manual movement
Verify cutting parameters
Review programmed feedrates and spindle speeds in active NC program. Check if cutting conditions exceed machine capabilities defined in MP310-MP320 (axis dynamics parameters).
Reduce feedrate override to 50% and test if alarm persists
Check servo drive parameters
Access MOD > Settings > Machine > Servo and verify current limit parameters MP1410-MP1419 are properly configured for installed motors.
Compare parameter values against motor nameplate data and Heidenhain servo drive documentation
Call a technician if:
Prevention
Common Mistakes
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