The SINAMICS Technology Extensions are configurable functions or Siemens technologies that can be added onto firmware functions. The extensions are designed to allow implementation of highly complex, targeted application-specific tasks for various sectors such as test bays, storage and retrieval machines, transportation systems based on linear motors or multi-winding motors in machine manufacture.

The SINAMICS Technology Extensions are part of the Advanced Technology Function and are added to the existing firmware as self-contained software packages. They are easy to install using the STARTER commissioning tool and expand the existing device functionality by the application-specific functions contained in the software. The software is parameterized and diagnosed using STARTER.

Installing these extended functions customizes the functionality of the SINAMICS S120 inverter so that it meets the specific requirements of the user.

SINAMICS Technology Extensions can be used for the following drive systems (the way in which they are used depends on the individual Technology Extension):

• SINAMICS G130
• SINAMICS G150
• SINAMICS S120
• SINAMICS S150
• SINAMICS DCM
• SINAMICS DCP
• SINAMICS GM150
• SINAMICS SM150
• SINAMICS SM120CM
• SINAMICS GL150
• SINAMICS SL150
• SINAMICS GH150
• SIMOTION D (SINAMICS Integrated)
• SINUMERIK 840D sl (SINAMICS Integrated)

The following SINAMICS Technology Extensions are available for downloading from the Siemens Industry Online Support websitehttps://support.industry.siemens.com
Simply enter your Article No. in “Searching for product information”.

Signal generator for test bays
with SINAMICS Technology Extension POLYGON

The Technology Extension POLYGON (Polygonal Line) is an extension of the SINAMICS drive objects SERVO, VECTOR and HLA.
The polygonal line application makes it possible to create a master-value-dependent output signal based on a parameterized characteristic in the current controller sampling time (or an integer multiple of the current controller sampling time). The characteristic is defined by up to 10000 equidistantly distributed interpolation points between which linear interpolation is performed. The y values of the interpolation points can be taken from an Excel sheet using a script. By interconnecting the output signals to different connector inputs, it is possible to create various relationships via the characteristic functionality, e.g.:

• Position-position reference
• Position-speed reference
• Position-torque reference

Vibration extinction for storage and retrieval machines
with SINAMICS Technology Extension VIBX

The Technology Extension VIBX (Vibration Extinction) is an extension of the SINAMICS drive objects SERVO and VECTOR.
A setpoint filter is implemented in VIBX. The objective of the setpoint filter is to change the setpoint of an axis so that there is as little vibration as possible caused in the natural frequency range of the moving mechanical components. This function is primarily deployed on storage and retrieval machines to significantly reduce mast vibrations caused by acceleration and braking. It has been demonstrated that reducing vibrations will allow the mast to come to a standstill more quickly, thus enabling it to handle goods faster.
The SINAMICS Technology Extension Vibration Extinction implemented as setpoint filter can be used both in basic positioners (EPOS) and Dynamic Servo Controls (DSC) together with a controller in the drive. For this purpose, two modes of application are supported by the Technology Extension:

• EPOS and LR application mode
• DSC application mode

The filter characteristics can be set using frequency and damping (attenuation). The filter frequency can be linearly changed between two limit values via an input during operation. This means that the filter frequency can be tracked to follow the changing natural frequency of a mechanical system (e.g. as a result of different load states) (online frequency change).

Point-to-point connection between two CUs
with SINAMICS Technology Extension OALINK

The Technology Extension OALINK (Open Application Link) is a SINAMICS extension for the CU320?2 Control Unit.
The OALINK enables bidirectional communication between two Control Units based on DRIVE-CLiQ to facilitate the simple exchange of data. In this way, an additional Control Unit can be integrated as a technology extension for extensive drive-based technology with SINAMICS Drive Control Chart (DCC).