2310

Overcurrent

ABB · ACS580

What does 2310 mean?

The drive has detected an excessive current flow to the motor, exceeding its operational limits. This typically indicates an overload condition, mechanical binding, or a short circuit in the motor or cabling, potentially leading to motor or drive damage if left unaddressed.

Common Causes

  • Mechanical binding or jam in the driven load, requiring excessive motor torque.
  • Motor winding insulation breakdown (phase-to-phase or phase-to-ground short circuit) causing high current draw.
  • Drive output IGBT failure or internal power module fault leading to uncontrolled current.
  • Incorrect motor parameters (e.g., P99.04, P99.05, P99.06) configured in the drive, resulting in inaccurate current monitoring and protection.
  • Rapid acceleration (e.g., P21.02 set too short) exceeding the motor's or drive's instantaneous current limit.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    1. Disconnect the motor from drive output terminals U, V, W. Measure insulation resistance between each motor phase and ground, and between phases, using a megohmmeter (1000V DC or 500V DC). Resistance should be greater than 5 MOhms.

  2. 2

    2. Check for mechanical obstructions, binding, or excessive friction in the driven load by manually rotating or jogging the system (if safe). Verify proper lubrication and alignment.

  3. 3

    3. Verify drive motor parameters P99.04 (Rated Motor Voltage), P99.05 (Rated Motor Current), and P99.06 (Rated Motor Frequency) match the motor nameplate exactly.

  4. 4

    4. Measure resistance across drive output terminals U-V, V-W, U-W with all power off. Readings should be balanced across all pairs.

  5. 5

    5. Increase acceleration time parameter P21.02 (Acceleration Time 1) by 25-50% to reduce the rate of motor current increase during startup.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: March 2026

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