Rockwell Automation MPL-xxxx Low Inertia Servo Motor 215 mm or Larger - Manual (Page 9)

MP-Series Low-inertia Servo Motor with 215 mm or Larger Frame Size 9
Rockwell Automation Publication MP-IN002D-EN-P - January
Change Connector Orientation
You can rotate the connector housings up to 180°.
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The M23 feedback connector and the M40 power/brake connector are rotatable.
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The M58 power/brake connector, on MPL-B8 xx and MPL-B9xx motors with higher
current requirements, must be removed and repositioned in 90° increments.
This lets you rotate the connector into a position that best protects the connection from possible
environmental contaminates while providing cable access.
Rotate the M23 Feedback or M40 Power/Brake Circular DIN Connector
Follow these steps to rotate an M23 feedback or a M40 power/brake connector.
1. Mount and fully seat a mating cable on either the feedback or power/brake connector.
2. Grasp the mated connector and cable plug with your hands and slowly rotate them to the
outside of the motor.
Rotate the M58 Power/Brake Circular DIN Connector
Follow these steps to rotate a M58 power/brake DIN connector.
1. Remove the four 10-32 x 5/8 locking screws from the connector housing.
2. Rotate the connector housing 90° or 180°.
If binding of the wire bundles prevents rotation of the connector, follow these steps to
access the internal motor wiring.
a. Remove the four screws from the rear cover of the motor.
b. Carefully reposition the wires around the perimeter of the motor feedback device
under the rear cover.
c. Verify that wires are not close to any rotating parts.
d. Verify that the gaskets and all of the wires are positioned correctly.
e. Replace the rear cover.
3. Torque the locking screws to 6.8 N•m (60 lb•in).
ATTENTION: Connectors are designed to be rotated into a fixed position during motor installation, and remain
in that position without further adjustment. Do not rotate the connector multiple times, and do not use tools or
excessive force to rotate the connector. Excessive rotation or force can damage the connector seal and reduce
the international protection (IP) rating of the motor as outlined in
Specifications on page 21 .
ATTENTION: Apply force to only the motor connector and cable plug. Do not apply force to the cable
extending from the cable plug. Do not use tools (for example, pliers and vise-grips) to rotate the connector.