
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
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4.1 General notes
The separate intrinsically safe signal circuits are electrically connected in the terminal
compartment of the signal converter. The circuits are designed in protection type "intrinsically
safe" and galvanically isolated from ground (test voltage ≥500 V
eff
).
The intrinsically safe measuring sensor circuits are connected in the connection boxes on the
wall bracket and measuring sensor.
The connecting cables must be selected according to prevailing installation standards (e.g.
EN 60079-14) and the maximum operating temperature.
The connecting cable between the measuring sensor and wall bracket with remote systems is
part of the supply.
•The connecting cables must be fixed and laid so they are sufficiently protected against
damage.
•All cores that are not used must be securely connected to the ground potential of the
hazardous area or carefully insulated against each other and against ground (test voltage ≥
500 V
eff)
•Lay cables so as to ensure that there is sufficient distance between surfaces of the
measuring sensor and the connecting cable.
•Supplied blind plugs / cable entries guarantee protection against foreign objects and water
(protection category) IP66 / 67 according to EN 60529.
•Before connecting or loosening the equipotential bonding cable, ensure there are no
differences in potential.
•Any existing cable shields should be connected to ground according to applicable installation
regulations (EN 60079-14). A terminal in the terminal compartment permits a short way
grounding of the cable shields.
•The outer diameter of the connecting cable must be within the sealing range of the cable
entry (6...12 mm / 0.24...0.47").
•Unused cable entries are to be closed.
Ensure that the seals and cut seals are tight.
4.2 Power supply
Vortex flowmeters do not require a separate power supply. The required supply for the built-in
electronics is provided via the 4...20mA current output or the bus connection.
4.3 Inputs / Outputs
The terminal assignment is described in the standard documentation. The signal circuits of the
vortex flowmeters may only be connected to certified intrinsically safe slave units or circuits. For
more information refer to chapter "Electrical data".
The current output, the current input and the binary output are designed for connection to a
certified, intrinsically safe circuit, protection type: intrinsic safety Ex ia IIC or Ex ib IIC.
The bus connections are designed for connection to a certified, intrinsically safe circuit,
protection type: intrinsic safety Ex ia IIC or Ex ib IIC according to the FISCO model.