511

Negative Soft Stroke Limit Exceeded

Fanuc · αi series AC Servo Motor

What does 511 mean?

The machine has exceeded its negative soft stroke limit, a software-defined boundary. This suggests improper parameter configuration for soft limits (No.143) or an invalid motion command, leading to an unexpected stop.

Common Causes

  • Appropriate values have not been specified for parameter No.143
  • An invalid move command has been specified

Repair Steps

  1. 1

    Check whether appropriate values have been specified for parameter No.143

  2. 2

    Check whether a valid move command is specified

  3. 3

    Move the tool in the opposite direction in jog mode, then perform a reset

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Source: Fanuc αi series AC Servo Motor