Code 27031: Axis %1 limit value for safe velocity %2 at gear ratio %3 too large (max. %4)
Issue Description & Safety Warning
The Siemens SINUMERIK 840D CNC has triggered a critical Axis %1 limit value for safe velocity %2 at gear ratio %3 too large (max. %4) 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
Parameters: %1 = Axis number %2 = Limit value index %3 = Number of the transmission ratio %4 = Maximum velocity Definitions: All limit values in MD $MA_SAFE_VELO_LIMIT have to be set in a way that the limit frequency of the amplitude monitoring in the measuring circuit hardwar e is not exceeded. The limit value which did not fulfil this condition is indicated as second parameter (1 for SG1, 2 for SG2, etc.). The third parameter indicates the gear stage, e.g. 1 for gear stage 1, 2 for gear stage 2, etc. The fourth parameter indicates the maximum velocity which can be entered to just maintain the limit frequency in safe operation. The alarm can be reprogrammed in the MD ALARM_REACTION_CHAN_NOREADY (channel not ready). Reaction: Mode group not ready. Channel not ready. NC Start disable in this channel. Interface signals are set. Alarm display. NC Stop on alarm. Trigger a "Pulse suppression". Remedy: Reduce the limit value in MD $MA_SAFE_VELO_LIMIT[ x], x = (2nd alarm parameter) - 1, or correct the setting of the gear factors. Program Continuation: Switch control OFF - ON.
Source: SINUMERIK 840D sl / 840Di sl / SINAMICS S120 Diagnostics Manual (DAsl, 03/2009)
Last reviewed: 2026-07-01 · Verified against the manufacturer’s official documentation.
About Siemens SINUMERIK 840D CNC Alarms
Siemens controllers include extensive self-diagnostics that flag or halt the machine when a fault is detected. Error code 27031 on the SINUMERIK 840D CNC identifies one specific fault condition — its documented cause and the official corrective steps are listed above, sourced from Siemens's service documentation. Always confirm against the manual for your exact machine configuration and follow LOTO procedures before servicing.
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