Siemens SINUMERIK codes
Siemens SINUMERIKServo/AxisIntermediate30-120 minutes

27021

Siemens 840D 27021 - Axis stop D triggered

Axis stop D triggered

Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 27021: Axis stop D triggered. This alarm indicates a fault or error condition on the SINUMERIK 840D control. Refer to the Siemens SINUMERIK alarm documentation for the complete description and remedy.

Root Cause Summary

Alarm 27021 is a secondary alarm triggered when Safe Stop 1 (D) is executed following a Safe Velocity exceeded (27011) or Safe Limit Position exceeded (27012) alarm condition. This alarm indicates the NCK has commanded an emergency stop via the safety function block based on configured safety parameters and stop reaction modes.

Safety

  • Refer to Siemens documentation
  • Ensure qualified technician performs repairs

Causes and Fixes

  1. 1

    In Siemens HMI, navigate to Diagnostics > Alarms and note the timestamp and axis number. Cross-reference with alarm 27011 in the alarm buffer to confirm Safe Velocity was exceeded.

  2. 2

    Check MD36800 $MA_SAFE_VELO_THRESHOLD value against actual axis velocity from Diagnostics > Axis > Actual Values. Verify threshold is appropriate for your machine's Safe Stop 1 deceleration capability.

    If threshold is too low relative to normal operating speeds, increase cautiously and verify safe stop distance calculation per ISO 13849-1 requirements.

  3. 3

    Verify $MA_SAFE_VELO_STOP_MODE (MD36810) and $MA_SAFE_VELO_STOP_REACTION (MD36815) are correctly configured. Confirm Stop 1 (value=1) is the intended reaction. Review in Diagnostics > Machine Data > Safety Parameters.

  4. 4

    Check MD32410 $MA_DECEL_FACTOR_SAFE_STOP_1 to ensure the safety-rated deceleration value is realistic for the axis and load. If insufficient, the axis may not decelerate safely to trigger Stop D as intended.

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