Preventing electrical noise, Install the motor – Rockwell Automation VPS-B1653D-PJ12DF Kinetix VP Stainless-steel Servo Motor with 130...165 mm Frame Size Install User Manual
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Kinetix VP Stainless-steel Servo Motor with 130 mm and 165 mm Frame Size 7
Rockwell Automation Publication VPS-IN002A-EN-P - April 2013
Preventing Electrical Noise
Electromagnetic interference (EMI), commonly called electrical noise, can reduce motor 
performance. Effective techniques to counter EMI include filtering the AC power, using 
shielded cables, shielding signal cables from power wiring, and practicing good grounding 
techniques.
Follow these guidelines to avoid the effects of EMI:
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Isolate the power transformers or install line filters on all AC input power lines.
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Do not route the single motor cable over the vent openings on servo drives.
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Ground all equipment by using a single-point parallel ground system that employs 
ground bus bars or large straps. If necessary, use additional electrical noise reduction 
techniques to reduce EMI in noisy environments.
See System Design for Control of Electrical Noise Reference Manual, publication
additional information on reducing EMI.
Install the Motor
Motor installation must comply with all local regulations and use of equipment and installation 
practices that promote safety and electromagnetic compatibility:
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All motors include a mounting pilot for aligning the motor on a machine.
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Preferred fasteners are stainless steel.
ATTENTION: Unmounted motors, disconnected mechanical couplings, loose shaft keys, and 
disconnected cables are dangerous if power is applied.
Verify that disassembled equipment is identified (tagged-out) and access to electrical power is 
restricted (locked-out). 
Before applying power to the motor, remove the shaft key and other mechanical couplings that 
could be thrown from the shaft. 
Failure to observe these safety procedures could result in personal injury or damage to equipment.