Siemens SINUMERIK codes
Siemens SINUMERIKPLCIntermediate30-120 minutes

26070

Siemens 26070 - Axis cannot be controlled by the PLC, max. number exceeded

Axis cannot be controlled by the PLC, max. number exceeded

An attempt was made to define more axes than allowed as PLC-controlled axes Control reaction: Interface signals are set. Alarm display.

Safety

  • Only qualified personnel should diagnose and clear control alarms; follow the machine builder's safety procedures and lockout/tagout where hardware work is required.

Common Causes

  • An attempt was made to define more axes than allowed as PLC-controlled axes

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. 1Check the option 'Number of PLC-controlled axes' and correct if necessary or reduce the number of requests for PLC- controlled axes.
  2. 2Clear alarm with the Delete key or NC START. Continuation: Alarms

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