SIMATIC ET 200pro FC‑2 frequency converter

The SIMATIC ET 200pro FC‑2 frequency converter has the design of a SIMATIC ET 200pro module. It supplements the SIMATIC ET 200pro system range with distributed, speed-controlled drives. It is suitable for the open-loop and closed-loop control of asynchronous (induction) motors in a wide range of industrial applications. It is predestined for conveyor technology applications using drives networked via PROFIBUS and PROFINET, in particular in distributed designs without control cabinet with high degree of protection (IP65), when combining several drives. The modular, service-friendly concept is ideally suited to manufacturing processes with high plant standstill costs.

Reasons for using distributed drive systems:

• Modular drive solutions – therefore standardized mechatronic elements that can be individually tested
• A control cabinet is not required, resulting in a smaller space requirement and lower cooling requirements
• Long motor cables between converter and motor are not required
  • Less power losses
  • Reduced noise radiation
  • Reduced costs for shielded cables
  • No additional filters
• Distributed configurations offer considerable benefits for conveyor systems with their extensive coverage (e.g. in the automotive and logistics industries)

Siemens family of distributed drives

Siemens offers an innovative portfolio of frequency converters to optimally implement distributed drive solutions. The strengths of the individual members of the drive family permit simple adaptation to the widest range of application demands:

• Identical connection systems
• Standard commissioning and engineering tools for the family of distributed drives:
  • SINAMICS G110M frequency inverters
  • SINAMICS G110D frequency inverters
  • SINAMICS G120D frequency inverters
  • SIMATIC ET 200pro FC‑2 frequency converters
  • SIRIUS M200D motor starters

Safety Integrated

The distributed SIMATIC ET 200pro FC‑2 frequency converters are already equipped with the integrated STO (Safe Torque Off) safety function, certified in accordance with IEC 61508 SIL 2 as well as EN ISO 13849‑1 PL d and Category 3. It can be activated locally via the F-RSM or by means of PROFIsafe.

Further information can be found in the section Safety Integrated.

STARTER commissioning tool

The STARTER commissioning tool (V4.4 and higher) plus the corresponding SINAMICS Support Package (SSP) supports the commissioning and maintenance of SIMATIC ET 200pro FC‑2 frequency converters.

The operator guidance combined with comprehensive, user-friendly functions for the relevant drive solution allow you to commission the device quickly and easily.

Engineering Framework STEP 7 classic (V5.5 and higher)

Hardware Support Packages (HSP) are available to integrate SIMATIC ET 200pro FC‑2 in STEP7 classic.

Engineering Framework TIA Portal (as from V13 SP1)

TIA Portal is a powerful engineering framework providing full access to the whole digitized automation.

Hardware Support Packages (HSP) are available to integrate SIMATIC ET 200pro FC‑2 in TIA Portal.

• Quick and easy installation
  • Flexibility as SIMATIC ET 200pro modules can be freely combined with the frequency converter
  • No wiring outlay due to self-assembling communication and supply rails in the backplane bus with each additional module
  • The load voltage is routed to downstream frequency converters or motor starters with minimal installation costs through pre-assembled power jumper plugs (max. 25 A).
• Accelerated engineering, fast installation and commissioning
  • Easy combination and expansion of converter functionality using I/O modules or RSM isolator modules within the distributed station
  • Module replacement possible without interrupting communication to the SIMATIC ET 200pro station and the other modules within SIMATIC ET 200pro
  • No configuration effort required or reduction of space requirements and installation expenditure for the braking resistor due to line-commutated energy recovery
  • Parameter assignment via IOP‑2 Handheld, STARTER and optional memory card as parameter storage medium
  • Standard mini USB interface for commissioning
• Low-cost and uniform solutions
  • Communication via PROFIBUS and PROFINET (copper or POF fiber-optic cables) including the corresponding interface module
  • Safety Integrated functionality (STO) already integrated as standard
  • Activation of the fail-safe function (STO) of the frequency converter locally via the Safety Local isolator module F‑RSM or via PROFIsafe with the F‑Switch PROFIsafe module