Err 50.0 External scale connection error fault in panasonic drive

Err 50.0 External scale connection error fault in panasonic drive means the communication with the external linear scale failed.

Cause: (Full Closed Loop) Communication with the external linear scale failed.

Remedy:
  • Check external scale wiring to connector CN X5.
  • Check scale power supply (usually 5V provided by drive).
  • Verify the scale type setting matches the hardware (Pr3.23).

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