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Code SP0029: Short-period overload

Issue Description & Safety Warning

The Fanuc Alpha-i Servo Spindle Amplifier has triggered a critical Short-period overload alarm. Immediate attention from a qualified operator or maintenance technician is required to prevent secondary damage to the equipment or spoiled parts during the manufacturing cycle. Always ensure standard safety and LOTO procedures are followed before accessing electrical cabinets.

Official Troubleshooting Steps

Amplifier LED display: 29 Also shown as: SP0029 (15i), SP9029 (30i/31i/32i), SP9029 (0i-D) Cause: An excessive load (standard setting: load meter reading of 9 V) has been applied continuously for a certain period (standard setting: 30 seconds). (1) If this alarm is issued during cutting Check the load meter, and review the cutting condition. (2) If this alarm is issued during a stop (a) The spindle is locked. Check the sequence to see if the spindle is locked when a command for very slow movement is specified or orientation is specified for the spindle. (3) If the spindle does not rotate as specified (the spindle rotates at a very low speed) and this alarm is issued (a) The setting of a parameter is incorrect. Referring to "FANUC AC SPINDLE MOTOR αi series Parameter Manual (B-65280EN)," check the parameter for sensor setting. (b) The phase sequence of the motor power lead is incorrect. (c) The feedback cable of the motor has a problem. Check if the phase A/B signals are connected correctly. (d) The feedback cable of the motor is faulty. Rotate the motor manually to see if a speed is indicated in the item of motor speed on the CNC diagnosis screen or on the spindle check board. If no speed indication is provided, replace the cable or spindle sensor (or motor). (4) If the spindle does not rotate as specified (the spindle does not rotate at all) and this alarm is issued (a) The power lead is abnormal. Check if the motor power lead is connected normally. If spindle switching or output switching is performed, check if the magnetic contactor is on. (b) The Spindle Amplifier is faulty. Replace the Spindle Amplifier. 3.TROUBLESHOOTING AND

Source: Fanuc αi Servo/Spindle Amplifier Maintenance Manual (B-65285EN/04) — Part II Troubleshooting

Last reviewed: 2026-07-01 · Verified against the manufacturer’s official documentation.

About Fanuc Alpha-i Servo Spindle Amplifier Alarms

Fanuc controllers include extensive self-diagnostics that flag or halt the machine when a fault is detected. Error code SP0029 on the Alpha-i Servo Spindle Amplifier identifies one specific fault condition — its documented cause and the official corrective steps are listed above, sourced from Fanuc's service documentation. Always confirm against the manual for your exact machine configuration and follow LOTO procedures before servicing.

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