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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
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4.1 General notes
In order to avoid risks, always observe the following points when electrically connecting a
sensor:
•Ensure that all connecting cables conform to the valid installation standards (e.g. IEC 60079-
14) and withstand the maximum operating temperature.
•Securely lay the connecting cables and sufficiently protect them against damage.
•Securely connect all the cores not in use with the ground potential of the explosive area or
carefully insulate them from each other and from ground (test voltage ≥500V
eff
).
4.2 Power supply
The sensor does not require a separate power supply. The required supply for the electronics is
provided via the 4...20 mA current output.
4.3 Inputs/outputs
The connector pin assignment of the sensor is described in the standard documentation. The
signal circuits of the sensor may only be connected to certified intrinsically safe slave units or
circuits. For more information refer to chapter "Electrical data".
4.4 Grounding and equipotential bonding
To dissipate dangerous electrostatic charges the metal housing must be grounded. When
installing in pipes or vessels that are grounded, the electrical connection to earth is carried out
via the PG screw connection made of electrically conductive PEEK.
If installing in pipes or vessels that are not grounded, the shield of the sensor cable must be
connected to the ground potential. The electrical connection to the metal housing and the
ground is made by the sensor cable with the VP connector.
When using junction box SJB 200 W-Ex, the shield of the sensor cable must be connected to the
shield connector provided. This will ensure sufficient electrostatic grounding and at the same
time prevent unacceptably high equalizing currents.
INFORMATION!
When connecting the sensor cable, observe the standard documentation for the sensor, the
chapter "Installation" .
When using junction box SJB 200 W-Ex, the corresponding handbook must also be observed.
WARNING!
The cable shield must not be connected directly on both ends to the ground potential, since
unacceptably high equalizing currents can cause an explosion.