Sumitomo Demag Error E101: Plasticizing Motor Overload
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Published: 2026-06-30
Sumitomo Demag Error E101: Plasticizing motor overload. Screw rotation torque exceeds limit. Possible causes: material bridging in hopper, barrel temperature too low, or worn screw/barrel causing metal contact.
Sumitomo Demag Error E101: Plasticizing motor overload. Screw rotation torque exceeds limit. Possible causes: material bridging in hopper, barrel temperature too low, or worn screw/barrel causing metal contact.
Alarm Details
| Alarm Code | E101 |
|---|---|
| Brand / Machine | Sumitomo Demag |
| Severity | High (Machine Stop) |
| Component | Servo Drive Overload |
| Affected Systems | Plasticizing Motor |
Troubleshooting Protocol
Identify which zone/component triggered the alarm. Record error code and timestamp.
Power down, lock out, inspect affected component for damage or leakage.
Test resistance/continuity with multimeter. Verify SSR and fuse integrity.
Use OEM-approved part. Document replacement in machine log.
Restart, test cycle, verify alarm cleared, log root cause and repair.
Equivalents & Cross-References
| Equivalent / Alternate | Action |
|---|---|
| Fanuc SV0300 | |
| Toshiba EC650 |
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References & Industry Standards
- ASTM International. Standard Specifications for Engineering Plastics & Thermoplastics. astm.org
- UL Prospector. Plastics & Elastomers Material Database. ulprospector.com
- MatWeb. Material Property Data for Engineering Thermoplastics. matweb.com
- ISO 1043. Plastics — Symbols and Abbreviated Terms. iso.org