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Siemens 27011 - Axis safe velocity exceeded
Alarm 27011 fires when an axis velocity exceeds the safe velocity limit defined in MD $MA_SAFE_VELO_LIMIT, or when using SBH/SG with single-encoder systems, the encoder frequency limit MD SAFE_ENC_FREQ_LIMIT is exceeded. This safety alarm prevents uncontrolled axis motion that could compromise machine integrity or operator safety.
Siemens 27011 - Axis safe velocity exceeded
Axis safe velocity exceeded
The axis has moved too quickly and faster than allowed in MD $MA_SAFE_VELO_LIMIT. With active SBH/SG and a 1-encoder system, the velocity which corresponds to an encoder limit frequency of MD SAFE_ENC_FREQ_LIMIT has been exceeded Control reaction: NC Start disable in this channel. Interface signals are set. Alarm display. NC Stop on alarm. Axis stop with STOP A, C, D or E, depending on the configuration in MD $MA_SAFE_VELO_STOP_MODE or MD $MA_SAFE_VELO_STOP_REACTION.
Root Cause Summary
Alarm 27011 fires when an axis velocity exceeds the safe velocity limit defined in MD $MA_SAFE_VELO_LIMIT, or when using SBH/SG with single-encoder systems, the encoder frequency limit MD SAFE_ENC_FREQ_LIMIT is exceeded. This safety alarm prevents uncontrolled axis motion that could compromise machine integrity or operator safety.
Safety
Causes and Fixes
Navigate to Diagnostic > Machine Data > $MA_SAFE_VELO_LIMIT in the NCK parameter menu for the affected axis.
Compare the current value against the axis maximum velocity specification (typically MD $MA_MAX_VELO or physical machine limits). The safe velocity limit should be at or above the highest commanded velocity in your NC programs.
If the value is too low, increase MD $MA_SAFE_VELO_LIMIT to an appropriate value and save. Perform a machine warm restart (Control Panel > Restart > Warm) to apply changes.
Ensure the new limit does not exceed mechanical axis capabilities or servo loop stability margins.
Test axis movement with a simple G01 move at moderate feedrate to confirm alarm does not recur.
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