Summary of Contents for Siemens SIMOGEAR BA 203-KS
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Edition 05/2022 ORIGINAL MOUNTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SIMOGEAR Adapter for gearbox BA 2039 - KS, K2, K3, K4, K5, KQ, KQS, K8, A, AZ www.siemens.com...
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Introduction Fundamental safety instructions Specific safety instructions SIMOGEAR Technical description Geared motors SIMOGEAR adapters for gearboxes Installing - KS, K2, K3, K4, K5, KQ, KQS, K8, A, Operation Operating Instructions Service and maintenance Spare parts Supplement to the SIMOGEAR gearbox operating instructions BA 2030 Original instructions 05/2022...
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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
(Page 21) • Attention deleted -> General information on installation (Page 25) • z12 and z values changed in the KS adapter, size KS8.1 -> Mounting SIEMENS servomotors without parallel key onto adapter KS (Page 30) • Assignment of coupling size and IEC B5 corrected --> Fit the standard motor to the K2 or K3 adapter (Page 33) •...
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Introduction Avoiding dangers Avoid dangers. Ensure safe, problem-free operation and a maximum service life: • Before you start using the motor, you must read these Operating Instructions • Always follow the safety instructions and notices in these operating instructions. The warning notice system is explained at the beginning of this document. This documentation should be kept in a location where it can be easily accessed and made available to the personnel responsible.
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Introduction (e.g. time stamps). If the user links these data with other data (e.g. shift plans) or if he stores person-related data on the same data medium (e.g. hard disk), thus personalizing these data, he has to ensure compliance with the applicable data protection stipulations. SIMOGEAR adapters for gearboxes - KS, K2, K3, K4, K5, KQ, KQS, K8, A, AZ Operating Instructions, 05/2022, A5E37431501A/RS-AL...
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Introduction SIMOGEAR adapters for gearboxes - KS, K2, K3, K4, K5, KQ, KQS, K8, A, AZ Operating Instructions, 05/2022, A5E37431501A/RS-AL...
Mounting an input or output element on the gearbox shaft..........27 Mounting the motor ......................29 4.5.1 Mounting SIEMENS servomotors without parallel key onto adapter KS ........ 30 4.5.2 Fit the standard motor to the K2 or K3 adapter ..............33 4.5.3...
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Table of contents Spares on Web ........................50 Lists of spare parts ......................51 7.3.1 Adapter KS......................... 51 7.3.2 K2 and K3 adapters with elastic coupling................52 7.3.3 K4 and K5 short adapters with plug-in connection .............. 54 7.3.4 KQ, K8 and KQS adapters for mounting a servomotor ............55 7.3.5 A, AZ adapter........................
Fundamental safety instructions General safety instructions WARNING Electric shock and danger to life due to other energy sources Touching live components can result in death or severe injury. • Only work on electrical devices when you are qualified for this job. •...
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Fundamental safety instructions 1.1 General safety instructions WARNING Electric shock due to damaged motors or devices Improper handling of motors or devices can damage them. Hazardous voltages can be present at the enclosure or at exposed components on damaged motors or devices. •...
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• Therefore, if you move closer than 20 cm to the components, be sure to switch off radio devices, cellphones or WLAN devices. • Use the "SIEMENS Industry Online Support app" only on equipment that has already been switched off.
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Fundamental safety instructions 1.1 General safety instructions WARNING Unexpected movement of machines caused by inactive safety functions Inactive or non-adapted safety functions can trigger unexpected machine movements that may result in serious injury or death. • Observe the information in the appropriate product documentation before commissioning. •...
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Fundamental safety instructions 1.1 General safety instructions WARNING Injury caused by moving or ejected parts Contact with moving motor parts or drive output elements and the ejection of loose motor parts (e.g. feather keys) out of the motor enclosure can result in severe injury or death. •...
Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more secure. Siemens strongly recommends that product updates are applied as soon as they are available and that the latest product versions are used. Use of product versions that are no longer supported, and failure to apply the latest updates may increase customer’s exposure to cyber...
Fundamental safety instructions 1.4 Residual risks of power drive systems Industrial Security Configuration Manual (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ view/108862708) WARNING Unsafe operating states resulting from software manipulation Software manipulations, e.g. viruses, Trojans, or worms, can cause unsafe operating states in your system that may lead to death, serious injury, and property damage.
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Fundamental safety instructions 1.4 Residual risks of power drive systems 3. Hazardous shock voltages caused by, for example: – Component failure – Influence during electrostatic charging – Induction of voltages in moving motors – Operation and/or environmental conditions outside the specification –...
This symbol marks notes and measures. This symbol applies to gearboxes and geared motors in an Ex design. Note Siemens does not accept any liability for damage and operational disturbances that result from the non-observance of these operating instructions. Note...
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The described gearboxes correspond to the state-of-the-art at the time these operating instructions were printed. Siemens reserves the right to change individual components and accessory parts in the interest of ongoing development. The changes are designed to improve performance and safety. The...
The latest versions of the operating instructions, the declaration of incorporation and the declarations of conformity are available in Industry Online Support (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/13424/man). Intended use Ex-version gearboxes The Ex gearbox fulfills the requirements of the Explosion Protection Direc‐...
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Specific safety instructions 2.3 Specific hazard types and fundamental obligations WARNING Poisonous vapors when working with solvents Avoid breathing vapors when working with solvents. Ensure adequate ventilation. WARNING Risk of explosion when working with solvents Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not smoke. The company operating the unit must ensure that all persons assigned to work on the geared motor have read and understood these operating instructions and that they comply with them fully in all points in order to:...
Technical description General technical description The adapters are intended for the mounting of IEC and NEMA standard motors or SIEMENS servomotors. The adapters are equipped with grease-lubricated roller bearings. The bearings are permanently lubricated. The adapters are made of aluminum or gray cast iron.
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Technical description 3.4 Backstop K2X, K3X NOTICE Damage or destruction due to incorrect direction of rotation Do not run the motor against the backstop. Note the directional arrow on the motor. Note The backstop is not suitable for ambient temperatures under ‑25 °C. The gearbox can be fitted with a mechanical backstop in the coupling adapter.
Installing Unpacking NOTICE Transport damage impairs the correct function of the geared motor Never commission faulty or defective motors. Check the motor for completeness and damage. Report any missing parts or damage immediately. Remove and dispose of the packaging material and transport equipment in compliance with regulations.
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Installing 4.2 General information on installation NOTICE Overheating caused by solar radiation Overheating of the gearbox due to exposure to direct sunlight. Provide suitable protective equipment such as covers or roofs. Prevent heat accumulation. NOTICE Malfunction resulting from foreign objects The operator must ensure that no foreign objects impair the function of the gearbox.
Installing 4.4 Mounting an input or output element on the gearbox shaft Thread sizes and tightening torques for fastening bolts The general tolerance for the tightening torque is 10%. The tightening torque is based on a friction coefficient of μ = 0.14. Table 4-1 Tightening torques for fixing screws Thread size...
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Installing 4.4 Mounting an input or output element on the gearbox shaft NOTICE Premature wear or material damage due to misalignment Misalignment caused by excessive angular or axial misalignment of the shaft ends to be joined. Ensure precise alignment of the individual components. NOTICE Damage caused by improper handling Bearings, housing, shaft and locking rings are damaged due to improper handling.
Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor Correct Incorrect Force Figure 4-2 Mounting arrangement for low stress on shafts and bearings Procedure 1. Use benzine or a solvent to remove the anti-corrosion protection from the shaft ends and flanges. Or remove the existing protective skin. 2.
Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor 4.5.1 Mounting SIEMENS servomotors without parallel key onto adapter KS Ex-version gearboxes Impacts can cause sparks. Apply adhesive (medium strength, e.g. Loctite 243) to the bolts 1505 and 1. Ex-version gearboxes The flange-mounted motor must be sealed across the entire contact surface in order to prevent the penetration of a potentially explosive atmosphere.
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Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor Mounting of smooth shafts The KS adapter has been designed for mounting servomotors with smooth shafts (without feather key). Permissible SIMOTICS S-1FL6 1FL6XXX‑XXXXX‑XXGX 1FL6XXX‑XXXXX‑XXHX SIMOTICS S‑1FK2 1FK2XXX‑XXXXX‑0XXX SIMOTICS S-1FK7 1FK7XXX‑XXXXX‑XXGX 1FK7XXX‑XXXXX‑XXHX SIMOTICS S-1FT7 1FT7XXX‑XXXXX‑XXGX 1FT7XXX‑XXXXX‑XXHX 1FT7XXX‑XXXXX‑XXKX 1FT7XXX‑XXXXX‑XXLX SIMOTICS M‑1PH8...
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Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor Size KS3 to KS10 Bolt 1556 Coupling half 1505 Bolt 1557 Elastomer 1555 Coupling half Figure 4-3 KS adapter Procedure 1. Loosen the bolt 1 slightly. 2. Fit the coupling half 1556 onto the motor shaft end, as described in Mounting an input or output element on the gearbox shaft (Page 27).
Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor You have mounted the SIEMENS servomotor onto the KS adapter. Table 4-2 KS adapter Size Coupling Grub screw Bolt 1505 size 1564 KS3.1 25.7 -0.8 KS3.2 25.7 -0.8 KS4.1 KS4.2 KS5.1 KS5.2 KS5.3 KS6.1 KS6.2 KS8.1...
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Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor 1505 Bolt 1555 Coupling half 1556 Coupling half 1557 Flexible element 1564 Grub screw Figure 4-4 Adapter K2 and K3 Procedure 1. Fit the coupling half 1556 onto the motor shaft end, as described in Mounting an input or output element on the gearbox shaft (Page 27).
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Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor 7. Apply adhesive (medium strength, e.g. Loctite 243) to the bolts 1505. 8. Fasten the motor using the bolts 1505 with the specified torque based on the table in Thread sizes and tightening torques for fastening bolts (Page 27). You have mounted the standard motor onto the K2 or K3 adapter.
Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor 4.5.3 Mount the standard motor to the K4 or K5 short adapter Ex-version gearboxes Impacts can cause sparks. Apply adhesive (medium strength, e.g. Loctite 243) to the bolts 1505. Ex-version gearboxes The flange-mounted motor must be sealed across the entire contact surface in order to prevent the penetration of a potentially explosive atmosphere.
Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor Procedure ① 1. Check the correct position of the plastic ring in the shaft. Correct the position. ② 2. Align the position of the motor shaft so that you can insert it in the shaft .
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Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor Note Reduce assembling force Lightly grease or oil the gear ring tooth flanks of the flexible element 1557 or the hub. The following are permitted: • Mineral-oil based oils or greases • Silicon-based lubricants • Vaseline Note The force required to join the coupling halves is released after assembly, meaning that there is no danger of excessive axial load on the bearings.
Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor 6. Place the flexible element 1557 inside the coupling half 1555. 7. Lightly grease or oil the tooth flanks to reduce the mounting force. 8. Apply adhesive (medium strength, e.g. Loctite 243) to the bolts 1505. 9.
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Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor NOTICE Soiling impairs the torque transmission Any soiling in the vicinity of the shaft/hub connection will have a detrimental effect on the torque transmission. Keep the drill hole and motor shaft completely free from grease. Do not use soiled cleaning cloths or contaminated solvents.
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Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor Sizes 703 to 708 and size 710 1, 1* Bolt 1556 Coupling half 1505 Bolt 1557 Flexible element 1555 Coupling half Figure 4-7 KQS adapter Procedure 1. Loosen the bolt 1 or 1* slightly. 2. Fit the coupling half 1556 onto the motor shaft end, as described in Mounting an input or output element on the gearbox shaft (Page 27).
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Installing 4.5 Mounting the motor You have mounted the servomotor onto the KQS adapter. Table 4-8 KQS adapter Size Coupling size z12 in mm 23.5 z in mm 40.5 -0.5 -1.5 Bolt 1, 1* SW in Nm 1.34 10.5 10.5 SW in mm Bolt 1505 SIMOGEAR adapters for gearboxes - KS, K2, K3, K4, K5, KQ, KQS, K8, A, AZ...
Operation Ex-version gearboxes The difference between the temperature of the housing and the ambient tempera‐ ture of max. +40 °C must not exceed 70 K. If the ambient temperatures differ, contact Technical Support. Using a suitable temperature sensor, measure the temperature at the lowest point of the housing (oil sump) or at the mounting surface in the case of output units.
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Operation SIMOGEAR adapters for gearboxes - KS, K2, K3, K4, K5, KQ, KQS, K8, A, AZ Operating Instructions, 05/2022, A5E37431501A/RS-AL...
Improper maintenance Only authorized qualified personnel may perform the maintenance and servicing. Only original parts supplied by Siemens may be installed. Only qualified personnel may perform the inspection, maintenance and servicing work. Please observe the General information and safety notes (Page 19).
Service and maintenance 6.3 Lubrication Maintenance of the friction clutch Note Check the condition of the friction clutch initially after 500 operating hours and then at least once yearly and after every blockage of the machine. Note Friction clutches with proximity switch are not suitable for ambient air temperatures under -20 °C.
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Service and maintenance 6.3 Lubrication Table 6-2 Grease service life in operating hours [h] with permanent lubrication Frame size Input speed n in rpm Grease quantity in 3 600 3 000 1 800 1 500 1 200 ≤ 1 000 the bearing K3, K5 K4 A, AZ Operating hours in h...
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Service and maintenance 6.3 Lubrication SIMOGEAR adapters for gearboxes - KS, K2, K3, K4, K5, KQ, KQS, K8, A, AZ Operating Instructions, 05/2022, A5E37431501A/RS-AL...
Siemens explicitly states that only spare parts and accessories supplied by Siemens have been tested and approved by Siemens. If you do not use original spare parts and original accessories, Siemens excludes any liability and warranty. Siemens accepts the warranty only for original spare parts.
The proven services therefore contribute to reducing the total cost of ownership for you, as well as to creating sustainable values and solutions. The technical product lists are provided in Spares on Web (https://www.sow.siemens.com/? lang=en). SIEMENS ①...
Spare parts 7.3 Lists of spare parts 7.3.3 K4 and K5 short adapters with plug-in connection 1401 Screw plug 1514 Locking ring 1420 Vent filter 1515 Shaft 1501 Adapter 1516 Bush 1504 Bearing shield 1520 Bearing 1505 Bolt 1521 Locking ring 1506 Plate / locking ring 1522 Locking ring 1507 Nut...
Spare parts 7.3 Lists of spare parts 7.3.5 A, AZ adapter 1401 Screw plug 1420 Vent filter 1501 Adapter 1504 Bearing shield 1508 Bolt 1509 1513 O-ring 1515 Shaft 1520 Bearing 1521 Locking ring 1522 Locking ring 1523 Sealing washer 1525 Shaft sealing ring 1526...
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Spare parts 7.3 Lists of spare parts SIMOGEAR adapters for gearboxes - KS, K2, K3, K4, K5, KQ, KQS, K8, A, AZ Operating Instructions, 05/2022, A5E37431501A/RS-AL...
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