| Field | Detail | |-------|--------| | | 414 | | Message | SERVO ALARM: (Z-AXIS) DETECT ERROR | | Meaning | The software position detection system has detected an abnormal signal. Specifically, the Pulse Coder (encoder) signal is missing or corrupt on the Z-axis. | | CNC Suspends | Yes – Immediate feed hold and servo off. | | Applies To | Z-axis (usually the vertical axis – spindle head or knee). |
These parameters define the ratio between the motor and the ballscrew. If someone mistakenly changed these thinking they were speeding up rapid traverse, the CNC's expected position per pulse will be off by a factor of 2 or 10. When you try to move 1 inch, the control thinks the motor turned 10 revolutions, but the encoder says 1 revolution. Alarm 414.
To resolve the FANUC 414 servo alarm related to the Z-axis detect error, follow these steps:
: Check the seven-segment LED on the servo amplifier. For multi-axis drives, an 8, 9, or A
Ensure the Z-axis motor cover is intact to prevent coolant ingress.