Key facts
- Brand
- ABB
- Model
- NLON-01
- Industry
- Industrial
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-03-22
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ABB NLON-01 FAQ Manual
The document is a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) guide for the ABB NLON-01 LonWorks fieldbus adapter used with ABB drives. It explains how to load the correct application files, configure network variables, and resolve common communication and operation issues.
Key topics include adapter connection problems, selection of *.XIF files for different network tools, start‑command handling, reference and scaling variables, intermittent communication caused by electromagnetic interference, and drive behavior after LonWorks network installation.
ABB NLON-01 specifications
| Transceiver type | FTT-10A |
|---|---|
| Default drive application | ACS600 |
| Parameter 5005 setting | DDCS (or Modus + DDCS) |
Source: ABB NLON-01 FAQ Manual
All ABB NLON-01 documents by type
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
Which *.XIF file should I use with my network management tool?
Use files ending with ‘a’ for Windows‑API based tools and files without ‘a’ for LNS‑based tools; LNS tools are the most common today.
From: ABB NLON-01 FAQ Manual
What are the ambient operating temperature limits for the NLON-01?
The module can operate in air temperatures from 0 to +50 °C.
What is the current consumption of the NLON-01 module?
The module consumes 30 mA at 24 V d.c.
