Siemens: How to troubleshoot Fault Code A08526 on a G120 in TIA Portal

This video provides a step-by-step example of how to use Startdrive in TIA Portal to troubleshoot the presence of an “A08526 (F) PROFINET: No cyclic connection” fault on a SINAMICS G120, in the event that the variable frequency drive is operated via inputs and outputs on the terminal strip of the inverter. The Startdrive add-on allows users to quickly diagnose SINAMICS G120s either as standalone units or as components integrated into a larger-scale automation project in TIA Portal.

Josh Fitzpatrick is an application engineer for AWC, Inc. in the Houston, TX office. With over 7 years of experience in industrial automation, he is a Certified Siemens Technology Specialist for Factory Automation, is certified in Siemens S120 variable frequency drives (VFDs), and is a licensed journeyman electrician in the state of Texas.

Josh Fitzpatrick

App Engineer/
Tech Support

Josh Fitzpatrick

App Engineer/
Tech Support

Josh Fitzpatrick is an application engineer for AWC, Inc. in the Houston, TX office. With over 7 years of experience in industrial automation, he is a Certified Siemens Technology Specialist for Factory Automation, is certified in Siemens S120 variable frequency drives (VFDs), and is a licensed journeyman electrician in the state of Texas.
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