Ametek DR6300 SERIES Wiring diagram

Radar Level Instrument for 2-wire control systems
(solids)
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1 General safety information 4
1.1 Scope of the document..................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Device description ............................................................................................................ 4
1.3 Standards and approvals.................................................................................................. 4
1.4 Device categories ............................................................................................................. 5
1.4.1 Ex ia / Ex iaD-approved devices.............................................................................................. 5
1.4.2 Ex d[ia] / Ex tD[iaD]-approved devices ................................................................................... 5
1.4.3 Definitions of device categories.............................................................................................. 5
1.5 ATEX nameplates.............................................................................................................. 6
2 Installation 8
2.1 Precautions....................................................................................................................... 8
2.1.1 General notes.......................................................................................................................... 8
2.1.2 Electrostatic discharge........................................................................................................... 8
2.1.3 Special conditions ................................................................................................................... 9
2.1.4 Purging system ....................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Operating conditions ...................................................................................................... 10
2.2.1 Ambient and flange temperature ......................................................................................... 10
2.2.2 Maximum surface temperature of the housing ................................................................... 13
2.2.3 Process pressure.................................................................................................................. 13
3 Electrical connections 14
3.1 General notes ................................................................................................................. 14
3.2 Terminal compartment .................................................................................................. 14
3.2.1 How to open the terminal compartment .............................................................................. 14
3.2.2 How to close the terminal compartment ............................................................................. 15
3.3 Terminal tightening capacity.......................................................................................... 15
3.4 Equipotential bonding system........................................................................................ 15
3.5 Ex ia / Ex iaD equipment................................................................................................. 15
3.5.1 How to connect the electrical cables ................................................................................... 15
3.5.2 Maximum intrinsically-safe values for the electrical circuit............................................... 16
3.5.3 Supply voltage ....................................................................................................................... 16
3.5.4 Electrical schematic ............................................................................................................. 17
3.6 Ex d[ia] / Ex tD[iaD] equipment ...................................................................................... 18
3.6.1 General notes........................................................................................................................ 18
3.6.2 How to connect the electrical cables ................................................................................... 18
3.6.3 Supply voltage ....................................................................................................................... 19
3.6.4 Electrical schematic ............................................................................................................. 19
4 Start-up 20

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5 Service 21
5.1 Periodic maintenance..................................................................................................... 21
5.2 Keep the device clean..................................................................................................... 21
5.3 Returning the device to the manufacturer..................................................................... 21
5.3.1 General information.............................................................................................................. 21
5.3.2 Form (for copying) to accompany a returned device............................................................ 22
6 Notes 23

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 1
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1.1 Scope of the document
These instructions are applicable only to the explosion-protection version of the radar level
transmitter. For all other data, use the Quick Start and Handbook. If you do not have these
documents, please contact the nearest office or download them from the manufacturer's
internet site.
1.2 Device description
This device is a 2-wire level transmitter that uses FMCW (Frequency-Modulated Continuous
Wave) radar technology. It measures level, volume, distance to surface, and reflectivity of solid
particles, granulates and powders.It is suitable for installation on storage tanks and silos.
Measurements are displayed via a DTM (device type manager) for remote communication or on
an optional integrated display screen with wizard-driven setup and online help functions.
The level transmitter is approved for use in potentially explosive atmospheres when equipped
with the appropriate options.
1.3 Standards and approvals
The certificate is given on the DVD-ROM supplied with the device. You can also download the
certificate from our internet site.
INFORMATION!
The information in these supplementary instructions only contains the data applicable to
explosion protection. The technical data for the non-Ex version in the Handbook shall be valid in
its current version, provided that it is not rendered invalid or replaced by these supplementary
instructions.
WARNING!
Installation, commissioning and maintenance may only be carried out by "Personnel trained in
explosion protection".
DANGER!
In compliance with European Directive 94/9/EC (ATEX 100a), the ATEX version of the device
described in these Supplementary Instructions conforms to European Standards EN 60079-
0:2006, EN 60079-1:2007, EN 60079-11:2007, EN 60079-26:2007, EN 60079-27:2008, EN 61241-
0:2006, EN 61241-1:2004 and EN 61241-11:2006. The Ex ia / Ex iaD and Ex d[ia] / Ex tD[iaD]
versions are certified for use in hazardous areas by the KEMA Quality B.V. under
KEMA 07ATEX0068 X.
WARNING!
Carefully read the ATEX approval certificate. Obey the boundary conditions.

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1.4 Device categories
1.4.1 Ex ia / Ex iaD-approved devices
These devices are suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres of all flammable
substances in Gas Groups IIA, IIB and IIC. The Ex ia-approved device is certified for applications
requiring Category 1 G (gases, vapours or mists), 1/2 G or 2 G equipment when fitted with the
appropriate options. The Ex iaD-approved device is certified for applications requiring Category
1 D (dust), 1/2 D or 2 D equipment when fitted with the appropriate options.
1.4.2 Ex d[ia] / Ex tD[iaD]-approved devices
These devices are suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres of all flammable
substances in Gas Groups IIA, IIB and IIC. The Ex d[ia]-approved device is certified for
applications requiring Category 1/2 G (gases, vapours or mists) or 2 G equipment when fitted
with the appropriate options. The Ex tD[iaD]-approved device is certified for applications
requiring Category 1/2 D (dust) or 2 D equipment when fitted with the appropriate options.
1.4.3 Definitions of device categories
Category 1
Category 1Category 1
Category 1
The device is installed in hazardous areas requiring Category 1 G or 1 D equipment.
Category 1/2
Category 1/2Category 1/2
Category 1/2
The signal converter is installed in hazardous areas requiring Category 2 G or 2 D equipment.
The probe is installed in hazardous areas requiring Category 1 G or 1 D equipment.
Category 2
Category 2Category 2
Category 2
The device is installed in hazardous areas requiring Category 2 G or 2 D equipment.

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1.5 ATEX nameplates
Figure 1-1: Ex ia / Ex iaD nameplate (4...20 mA output)
Figure 1-2: Ex ia / Ex iaD nameplate (PROFIBUS PA or FOUNDATION™Fieldbus output)
1 ATEX certification agency code
2 Equipment category (explosive atmosphere - gas)
3 Types of device protection including approved Gas Groups (IIA, IIB or IIC) and temperature classes (T6...T3)
4 Equipment category (explosive atmosphere - dust)
5 Types of device protection (explosive atmosphere - dust)
6 Degree of ingress protection (if fitted with the appropriate cable glands) and maximum surface temperature
7 Intrinsically-safe circuit data
8 Cable entry type and size (Aluminium housing: M26×1.5, M20×1.5, ½NPT or G ½; Stainless steel housing: M25×1.5,
M20×1.5, ½NPT or G ½)

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Figure 1-3: Ex d[ia] / Ex tD[iaD] nameplate (4...20 mA output)
1 ATEX certification agency code
2 Equipment category (explosive atmosphere - gas)
3 Types of device protection including approved Gas Groups (IIA, IIB or IIC) and temperature classes (T6...T3)
4 Equipment category (explosive atmosphere - dust)
5 Types of device protection (explosive atmosphere - dust)
6 Degree of ingress protection (if fitted with the appropriate cable glands) and maximum surface temperature
7 Maximum voltage in accordance with EN 60079-0
8 Minimum waiting time after power-off before it is safe to open the terminal compartment
9 Cable entry type and size (Aluminium housing: M26×1.5, M20×1.5, ½NPT or G ½; Stainless steel housing: M25×1.5,
M20×1.5, ½NPT or G ½)

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2.1 Precautions
2.1.1 General notes
2.1.2 Electrostatic discharge
Take the necessary antistatic precautions if you:
•handle,
•install or
•use
the device in potentially explosive atmospheres. Do not install in a location (near to ventilation
systems, for example) where the electrostatic charge can increase.
WARNING!
When you install the device, obey the conditions in the EC-Type Examination certificate. These
conditions include:
• The special conditions for safe use.
• The Essential Health and Safety Requirements.
The certificate is given on the DVD-ROM supplied with the device. You can also download the
certificate from our internet site.
DANGER!
This installation must agree with EN 60079-14: Explosive atmospheres - Part 14: Electrical
installations design, selection and erection and EN 61241-14: Electrical apparatus for use in the
presence of combustible dust - Part 14: Selection and installation.
DANGER!
Risk of electrostatic discharge from the blue plastic sun cover, the Drop antenna and the flange
plate protection (if the Drop antenna has this option). Make sure that all personnel and
equipment are correctly grounded.
Figure 2-1: ESD warning sticker (below the device nameplate)
PLASTIC PARTS
WARNING:
POTENTIAL ELECTROSTATIC HAZARD
SEE INSTRUCTIONS
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2.1.3 Special conditions
2.1.4 Purging system
Devices that have the horn antenna option also have a purging system.
Figure 2-2: Risk of ESD
1 Sun cover
2 Drop antenna
3 Flange plate protection (option for the Drop antenna)
WARNING!
Aluminium housing: Possible source of ignition in a potentially explosive atmosphere. The
housing is made of either aluminium alloy or stainless steel. If the device has an aluminium
alloy housing, make sure that iron/steel objects do not hit or rub against the device.
INFORMATION!
If the device is approved for operation in zone 2, the display agrees with the low-energy impact
test requirements for this certification.
Figure 2-3: Purging system
1 ¼NPTF purging connection

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Connection and operation of the purging connection are the responsibility of the user. The
operator is also responsible for selection of a suitable fluid to purge the device.
• If the screw is removed, make sure that the installation agrees with the Ex requirements for
the purging system.
2.2 Operating conditions
The allowable ambient temperature and corresponding flange temperature range for the device
depends on the ATEX equipment category, IEC equipment protection level (EPL) and
temperature classes marked on the nameplate.
2.2.1 Ambient and flange temperature
The ATEX equipment category and temperature class give the ambient temperature and related
flange temperature ranges for the device.
Equipment category 1 G: Ex ia devices only
Equipment category 1/2 G: Ex ia and Ex d[ia] devices
INFORMATION!
If delivered with the device, the purging connection is plugged with a
¼ NPTF screw and engaged
on a minimum of 3
½ threads.
WARNING!
The gasket temperature must be in the approved limits. For more data, refer to "Pressure and
temperature ranges" in the Installation chapter of the handbook.
Temperature
class
Ambient temperature Flange temperature
4...20 mA output option PROFIBUS PA or
FOUNDATION™Fieldbus
output options
[°C] [°F] [°C] [°F] [°C] [°F]
T6 -20…+57 -4…+122 -20…+50 -4…+122 -20…+60 -4…+140
Temperature
class
Ambient temperature Flange temperature
4...20 mA output option PROFIBUS PA or
FOUNDATION™Fieldbus
output options
[°C] [°F] [°C] [°F] [°C] [°F]
T6 -40…+57 -40…+134 -40…+50 -40…+122 -20…+60 -4…+140
T5 -40…+72 -40…+161 -40…+72 -40…+161 -20…+60 -4…+140
T4 -40…+80 -40…+176 -40…+80 -40…+176 -20…+60 -4…+140

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Equipment category 2 G:
Ex ia and Ex d[ia] devices - with the 4...20 mA output option
Temperature
class
Ambient temperature Flange temperature
Drop and horn antennas Drop and horn antennas with
the distance piece
[°C] [°F] [°C] [°F] [°C] [°F]
T6 -40…+57 -40…+134 -40…+57 -40…+134 -50…+60 1 -58…+140 1
-40…+47 -40…+116 -40…+51 -40…+124 -50…+85 1 -58…+185 1
T5 -40…+72 -40…+161 -40…+72 -40…+161 -50…+75 1 -58…+167 1
-40…+62 -40…+143 -40…+66 -40…+151 -50…+100 1 -58…+212 1
T4 2 -40…+80 -40…+176 -40…+80 -40…+176 -50…+85 1 -58…+185 1
-40…+74 -40…+165 -40…+79 -40…+174 -50…+100 1 -58…+212 1
-40…+70 -40…+158 -40…+74 -40…+165 -50…+110 1 -58…+230 1
-40…+60 -40…+140 -40…+68 -40…+154 -50…+135 1 -58…+275 1
T3 3 -40…+54 -40…+129 -40…+64 -40…+147 -50…+150 1 -58…+302 1
- - -40…+57 -40…+134 -50…+180 1 -58…+356 1
- - -40…+52 -40…+125 -50…+200 1 -58…+392 1
1Min. -50°C/58°F, if an EPDM gasket is used. Min. -20°C/-4°F, if a Kalrez®6375 gasket is used. Min. -40°C/-40°F, if an FKM/FPM
gasket is used. Min. -30°C/-22°F, if a Metaglas®feedthrough is used. Min. -50°C/58°F, if a PEI feedthrough is used.
2Max. flange temperature is +100°C / +212°F, if the PP Drop antenna is used
3Do not use this temperature class for the PP Drop antenna. Max. flange temperature is +150°C / +302°F, if the PTFE Drop antenna is
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Equipment category 2 G:
Ex ia and Ex d[ia] devices - with the PROFIBUS PA or FOUNDATION™Fieldbus output options
Equipment category 1 D: Ex iaD devices only
Equipment category 1/2 D or 2 D: Ex iaD and Ex tD[iaD] devices
Temperature
class
Ambient temperature Flange temperature
Drop and horn antennas Drop and horn antennas with
the distance piece
[°C] [°F] [°C] [°F] [°C] [°F]
T6 -40…+50 -40…+122 -40…+50 -40…+122 -50…+60 1 -58…+140 1
-40…+42 -40…+107 -40…+45 -40…+113 -50…+85 1 -58…+185 1
T5 -40…+72 -40…+161 -40…+72 -40…+161 -50…+75 1 -58…+167 1
-40…+62 -40…+143 -40…+66 -40…+151 -50…+100 1 -58…+212 1
T4 2 -40…+80 -40…+176 -40…+80 -40…+176 -50…+85 1 -58…+185 1
-40…+74 -40…+165 -40…+79 -40…+174 -50…+100 1 -58…+212 1
-40…+70 -40…+158 -40…+74 -40…+165 -50…+110 1 -58…+230 1
-40…+60 -40…+140 -40…+68 -40…+154 -50…+135 1 -58…+275 1
T3 3 -40…+54 -40…+129 -40…+64 -40…+147 -50…+150 1 -58…+302 1
- - -40…+57 -40…+134 -50…+180 1 -58…+356 1
- - -40…+52 -40…+125 -50…+200 1 -58…+392 1
1Min. -50°C/-58°F, if an EPDM gasket is used. Min. -20°C/-4°F, if a Kalrez®6375 gasket is used. Min. -40°C/-40°F, if an FKM/FPM
gasket is used. Min. -30°C/-22°F, if a Metaglas®feedthrough is used. Min. -50°C/-58°F, if a PEI feedthrough is used.
2Max. flange temperature is +100°C / +212°F, if the PP Drop antenna is used
3Do not use this temperature class for the PP Drop antenna. Max. flange temperature is +150°C / +302°F, if the PTFE Drop antenna is
used.
Ambient temperature Flange temperature
[°C] [°F] [°C] [°F]
-40…+85 -40…+185 -50…+200 1 -58…+392 1
1Max. flange temperature is 100°C/212°F, if PP Drop antenna used. Max. flange temperature is 150°C/302°F, if the PTFE Drop or the
Hygienic antenna is used. Min. -50°C/-58°F, if an EPDM gasket is used. Min. -20°C/-4°F, if a Kalrez®6375 gasket is used. Min. -40°C/
-40°F, if an FKM/FPM gasket is used. Min. -30°C/-22°F, if a Metaglas®feedthrough is used. Min. -50°C/-58°F, if a PEI feedthrough
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2.2.2 Maximum surface temperature of the housing
Equipment category 1 D: Ex iaD devices only
Equipment category 1/2 D, or 2 D: Ex iaD and Ex tD[iaD] devices only
2.2.3 Process pressure
Max. ambient temperature Max. flange temperature Max. surface
temperature
Drop and horn antennas Drop and horn antennas
with the distance piece
[°C] [°F] [°C] [°F] [°C] [°F] [°C] [°F]
+60 +140 +60 +140 +60 +140 +62 +143
+75 +167 +75 +167 +75 +167 +77 +170
+85 +185 +85 +185 +85 +185 +87 +188
+59 +138 +62 +143 +150 1 +302 1 ≤+90 ≤+194
- - +57 +134 +200 2 +302 2 ≤+90 ≤+194
1Max. flange temperature is +100°C / +212°F, if the PP Drop antenna is used. Max. flange temperature is +150°C / +302°F, if the PTFE
Drop antenna is used.
2Do not use the PP Drop antenna. Max. flange temperature is +150°C / +302°F, if the PTFE Drop antenna is used.
Equipment category Allowable process pressure
[kPa] [psi]
1Gor1/2G 80…110 1 11.6…16 1
Others As per non-Ex device As per non-Ex device
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3.1 General notes
3.2 Terminal compartment
3.2.1 How to open the terminal compartment
• De-energize the circuit.
• After the time given in the table that follows, remove the cover stop 1.
iUse a 3 mm allen wrench.
• Remove the terminal compartment cover 2.
Time necessary to de-energize an Ex d[ia]- or Ex tD[iaD]-approved device
WARNING!
• De-energize the circuit.
• Use the applicable cable glands for the cable entry openings in the housing (M20×1.5 or
½ NPT). For the cable entry size, refer to the device nameplate.
• If ambient temperature > +70 ° C / > +158 ° F, use heat-resistant cables, cable glands and cable
entry plugs certified for continuous operation above +80
° C / +176 ° F.
Figure 3-1: How to open the terminal compartment
1 Cover stop
2 Terminal compartment cover
WARNING!
Do not remove the terminal compartment cover while the electrical power is connected.
Temperature class Time to de-energize the Ex d[ia]- or Ex tD[iaD]-
approved device
[minutes]
T6 20
T5 10
T4, T3 Not necessary

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3.2.2 How to close the terminal compartment
Ex d / Ex tD applications
• Attach the terminal compartment cover 2. Turn the terminal compartment cover carefully to
prevent damage to the thread and the gasket.
• Make sure that the terminal compartment cover is tight.
• Use a 3 mm Allen wrench to attach the cover stop 1.
• Make sure that the cover stop 1screw is tight.
3.3 Terminal tightening capacity
The terminal tightening capacity for curent output terminals 1 and 2 is:
3.4 Equipotential bonding system
There is a terminal in the terminal compartment and another on the side of the converter
support pillar that can be used as equipotential bonding conductors.
3.5 Ex ia / Ex iaD equipment
3.5.1 How to connect the electrical cables
Cable entries are supplied on customer demand. If you supply the cable entries, this part must
have a degree of ingress protection IP≥6X (EN 60529).
• Use the electrical connection procedure in the Handbook.
• If possible, use galvanically-isolated equipment.
• Supply the Ex i / Ex iD equipment connected to the device. Use only certified intrinsically-safe
equipment.
• Connect only to separate certified, intrinsically-safe circuits. Make sure that the electrical
circuit characteristics are not more than the values that follow.
WARNING!
If dirt collects on the terminal compartment gasket, clean it before you attach the terminal
compartment cover.
DANGER!
Ex d applications
Ex d applicationsEx d applications
Ex d applications
Make sure that the terminal compartment is correctly sealed. An explosion can cause death or
injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment. Obey the instructions that follow:
Type of wire Terminal tightening capacity
[mm²][AWG]
Rigid 411
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3.5.2 Maximum intrinsically-safe values for the electrical circuit
Level transmitter with the 4...20 mA output option (output terminal 1 or 2)
•Ui≤30 V
•Ii≤300 mA
•Pi≤1W
•Ci=30 nF
•Li=0.2 mH
Level transmitter with the PROFIBUS PA or FOUNDATION™Fieldbus output option
(output terminal 1)
•Ui≤30 V
•Ii≤300 mA
•Pi≤1W
•Ci=1.6 nF
•Li=0 mH
Level transmitter with the PROFIBUS PA or FOUNDATION™Fieldbus output option
(output terminal 2)
•Ui≤17.5 V
•Ii≤380 mA
•Pi≤5.32 W
•Ci=3.8 nF
•Li=2.2 mH
3.5.3 Supply voltage
Level transmitter with the 4...20 mA output option
Level transmitter with the PROFIBUS PA or FOUNDATION Fieldbus output options
INFORMATION!
The optional second output is galvanically isolated from the main power supply, output 1 and
parts of the device that are grounded.
Current output terminal Minimum voltage at output
terminal [VDC]
Maximum voltage at output
terminal [VDC]
1 (US1)14 1 30 1
2 (US2) 2 10 1 30 1
1Minimum voltage at output terminal for a current output of 22 mA
2Optional. Use a second power supply. This power supply energizes current output terminal 2 only.
Power supply terminal Minimum voltage at output
terminal [VDC]
Maximum voltage at output
terminal [VDC]
24 Vdc (US1) 18 30

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3.5.4 Electrical schematic
Figure 3-2: Electrical schematic for Ex i-approved equipment with the 4...20 mA output option
Figure 3-3: Electrical schematic for Ex i-approved equipment with the FOUNDATION™Fieldbus or PROFIBUS PA
output option
1 Intrinsically-safe power supply (use a second power supply for optional terminal 2 if the device has two 4...20 mA out-
puts)
2 Non-Ex zone
3 Ex zone
4 Resistor for HART®communication
5 H1/HSE converter (FOUNDATION™Fieldbus output option) or PA/DP link (PROFIBUS PA output option)
6 High Speed Ethernet (FOUNDATION™Fieldbus output option) or PROFIBUS DP bus line (PROFIBUS PA output option)

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3.6 Ex d[ia] / Ex tD[iaD] equipment
3.6.1 General notes
Ex d[ia]- and Ex tD[iaD]-approved equipment have two separate compartments. The electronics
in the electronics block compartment are Ex ia / ExiaD-approved and the terminals
compartment is Ex d / Ex tD-approved.
3.6.2 How to connect the electrical cables
Cable entries are supplied on customer demand. If you supply the cable entries, this part must
have a degree of ingress protection IP≥6x (EN 60529).
Load resistor
• Connect the load resistor to the positive terminal of the power supply
• Ground the negative connection.
• If the load resistor has to be connected to the negative terminal, the loop resistance must not
be more than 250 ohms.
Figure 3-4: Compartments in Ex d[ia]- and Ex tD[iaD]-approved equipment
1 Electronics block (Ex ia / Ex iaD) compartment
2 Terminal (Ex d / Ex tD) compartment
INFORMATION!
If you must open the electronics block compartment and remove the electronics blocks for
servicing, it is not necessary to disconnect the wires from the Ex d / Ex tD terminal.
INFORMATION!
The flamepath dimensions are better than the values specified in the European Standard
EN 60079-1 (minimum length 14.5 mm and maximum gap 118
µ m).
WARNING!
Use only Ex d-approved cable entries and plugs for Ex d applications. Use only Ex tD-approved
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3.6.3 Supply voltage
3.6.4 Electrical schematic
CAUTION!
Do not ground the positive connection.
Current output terminal Minimum voltage at output
terminal [VDC]
Maximum voltage at output
terminal [VDC]
1 (US1)20 1 36 1
2 (US2) 2 10 1 30 1
1Minimum voltage at output terminal for a current output of 22 mA
2Optional. Use a second power supply. This power supply energizes current output terminal 2 only.
CAUTION!
Make sure that you connect the load resistor to the positive side.
Figure 3-5: Electrical schematic for Ex d[ia] / Ex tD[iaD]-approved equipment (with galvanic isolation)
Figure 3-6: Electrical schematic for Ex d[ia] / Ex tD[iaD] / Ex tb[ia]-approved equipment (without galvanic isolation)
1 Galvanically-isolated power supply (use a second power supply for optional terminal 2)
2 Power supply
3 Resistor for HART®communication
4 Non-Ex zone
5 Ex zone
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• Are the wetted components (gasket, flange and antenna) resistant to corrosion by the tank
product?
• Does the information given on the nameplate agree with the application?
• Did you connect the equipotential bonding system correctly?
• Ex d applications:
Ex d applications:Ex d applications:
Ex d applications: Are the cable entries, plugs and adaptors Ex d-approved?
• Ex tD applications:
Ex tD applications:Ex tD applications:
Ex tD applications: Are the cable entries, plugs and adaptors Ex tD-approved?
• Ex i / Ex iD applications:
Ex i / Ex iD applications:Ex i / Ex iD applications:
Ex i / Ex iD applications: Are you using an intrinsically-safe barrier within the correct
parameters? For more data, refer to
Ex ia / Ex iaD equipment on page 15. The electrical circuit
characteristics must not be more than the maximum intrinsically-safe values.
• Did you install the correct cable entries? Is the terminal compartment correctly sealed?
• Does the optional purging system agree with Ex requirements?
WARNING!
Make sure that it is safe to supply electrical power. Do a start-up check: