The document introduces the use of ABB's DCS 600 control system by Lausitzer Braunkohle AG (LAUBAG) to revamp their multi-motor traveling gear, achieving seamless AC and DC converter communication and improving the system's value for money.
The note outlines a revamp project for the F60 open‑cast mining conveyor gantry, where 260 DC motors are supplied by three DCS 602‑0140 converters installed in compact MNS cubicles (2000 × 600 × 600 mm). The system enables centralized control from a control room, allowing all travelling gears to be operated with a single mouse click.
Key benefits highlighted include reduced maintenance costs, energy savings, and precise positioning of the conveyor using GPS. The document also explains why ABB’s DC technology and the DCS 600 series were selected for the project.
| Number of DC motors | 260 |
|---|---|
| Motor power | 10 kW |
| Motor protection rating | IP44 |
| Converter model | DCS 602‑0140 |
| Converters per cubicle | up to three |
| Cubicle dimensions | 2000 × 600 × 600 mm |
| Control system series | DCS 600 |
The DC motors have an IP44 protection rating to withstand dust and moisture.
The DCS 600 series provides full communication between drives and the overriding control system, enabling centralized control.
Each cubicle measures 2000 mm × 600 mm × 600 mm (HxWxD).