National Instruments 9921 User manual

INSTALLATION GUIDE
NI 9921/9922 Outdoor IP Enclosure
For NI WLS-9000 Series Devices
This guide describes how to install and use the National Instruments 9921 and
National Instruments 9922 outdoor IP enclosures. The NI 9921/9922 outdoor IP enclosures are
accessories that provide NI WLS-9000 Series devices with a minimum ingress protection (IP) rating
of IP54 against dust or water in harsh outdoor or industrial environments.
Figure 1 shows the NI 9921/9922 outdoor IP enclosure components.
Figure 1. NI 9921/9922 Outdoor IP Enclosure Components
Note You need a #1 and #2 Phillips and a #1 flat screwdriver to install the NI 9921/9922.
For more information about IP ratings, refer to the Understanding IP Ratings section. For the
NI WLS-9000 Series device specifications, refer to the NI WLS/ENET-9163 User Guide and
Specifications available at ni.com/manuals.
1 IP Sleeve
2 Antenna
3 IP Boot
4 DIN Rail Mounting Clip
5 Glands/Gaskets
6 M12 Trigger Connector (NI 9922 Only)
7 M12 Power Connector
8 Ethernet Connector (NI 9922 Only)
2
4
3
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The NI 9921/9922 kit includes the following items:
• NI 9921/9922
• One Ethernet field termination connector kit1
• One Ethernet end cap1
• One M12 trigger male field termination connector kit1
• One M12 trigger end cap1
• One M12 power female field termination connector kit
• One M12 power end cap
• M25 gland clamps
• Two glands, split
• Two glands, blanking plugs
• Four 4–20 Plastite®screws (included in DIN rail kit)
• 2.4 GHz antenna
• One IP Boot
•OneIPSleeve
• DIN rail mounting clip
• Two small zip ties
Dimensions
Figure 2 shows the NI 9921/9922 dimensions.
Figure 2. NI 9921/9922 Dimensions
1 Not included with the NI 9921.
360 mm
(14.17 in.)
21 mm
(0.83 in.)
79 mm
(3.118in.)
91 mm
(3.58in.)
82 mm
(1.77 in.)
63.131mm
(2.49 in.)
POWER TRIGGER I/O I/OETHERNET
91 mm
(3.58in.)
160 mm
(6.30 in.)

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Mounting the NI 9921/9922
Figure 3 shows the NI 9921/9922 mounting hole dimensions. NI recommends mounting the
NI 9921/9922 before installing the NI WLS-9000 Series device and attaching the internal and external
cables.
Tip Attach the cover after mounting the NI 9921/9922 and installing the NI WLS-9000 Series
device.
Figure 3. NI 9921/9922 Mounting Hole Dimensions and Locations
Setting Up and Installing the NI 9921/9922
Complete the following steps to set up and install the NI 9921/9922:
Step 1: Unpack and Inspect the Kit Contents
Remove the device from the package and inspect the device and kit contents. Contact NI if the device
appears damaged. Do not install a damaged device or use kit contents that appear damaged.
Step 2: Unscrew and Detach the Cover
The cover of the NI 9921/9922 is equipped with captive screws. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove
the cover as shown in Figure 11.
6.5 mm
(4X Ø .25 in.)
110 mm
(4.33 in.)
340 mm
(13.39 in.)

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Step 3: Install the NI WLS-9000 Series Device
Complete the following steps to install the NI WLS-9000 Series device into the NI 9921/9922:
1. Use the #1 Phillips screwdriver and the four 4–20 Plastite® screws to attach the DIN rail clip to the
NI WLS-9000 Series device, as shown in Figure 4.
Figure 4. Attaching DIN Rail Clip to NI WLS-9000 Series Device
2. Snap the NI WLS-9000 Series device onto the DIN rail of the NI 9921/9922 outdoor IP enclosure,
as shown in Figure 5 and Figure 6.
Figure 5. Connecting the NI WLS-9000 Series Device to the NI 9921/9922
Figure 6. Attaching DIN Rail Clip to the DIN Rail (Shown Without Device)
1 DIN Rail Clip 2 DIN Rail
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Step 4: Connect Internal Cables
The NI 9921/9922 ships with internal cables to connect the NI WLS-9000 Series device to the IP rated
connectors that are on the inside of the NI 9921/9922. Refer to Figure 7 while completing the following
steps to connect the internal cables to the NI 9921/9922 to the NI WLS-9000 Series device:
Figure 7. Connecting Internal Cables
1. Connect the internal RJ45 Ethernet cable to the NI 9922 and the NI WLS-9000 Series device.
2. Connect the internal antenna cable from the NI 9921/9922 to the NI WLS-9000 Series device.
3. Connect the internal trigger cable from the NI 9922 to the NI WLS-9000 Series device.
4. Connect the internal power cable from the NI 9921/9922 to the NI WLS-9000 Series device.
1 Antenna
2 Internal Trigger Cable (NI 9922 Only)
3 Internal Power Cable
4 Internal RJ45 Ethernet Cable (NI 9922 Only)
5 Internal Antenna Cable
6 IP Sleeve
5
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Step 5: Install the Antenna
Refer to Figure 8 to install the antenna assembly.
Figure 8. Antenna Assembly Installation
On the outside of the enclosure, place the IP boot onto the external antenna connector with the smaller
diameter hole out. Screw the antenna onto the external antenna connector until it bottoms out. Slide the
IP sleeve down the antenna and over the IP boot until the IP sleeve touches the enclosure.
1 IP Boot
2Enclosure
3 External Antenna Connector
4 Antenna
5 IP Sleeve
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Step 6: Attach External Cables
NI IP Rated Cables
Table 1 lists the optional cable accessories for use with the NI 9921/9922. Go to ni.com for more
information about these accessories.
Building and Connecting IP Rated Cables
You can order IP rated cables from NI or you can use the field termination connectors that are shipped
with the NI 9921/9922 outdoor IP enclosure to make your own cable lengths.
Caution Only use the connectors provided with the NI 9921/9922 when building your cables.
The following field termination connectors are included in the NI 9921/9922 kit for creating custom
cable connectors:
• One M12 power female field termination connector kit (connects to power)
• One M12 power end cap
The following field termination connectors are also included with the NI 9922:
• One Ethernet field termination connector kit. Refer to documentation included in the Ethernet field
termination connector kit for assembly instructions.
• One Ethernet end cap
• One M12 trigger male field termination connector kit (connects to trigger)
• One M12 trigger end cap
Note Be sure to route the wires through the plastic and rubber sealing grommets and the backshell
before connecting to the screw terminals on the M12 field termination connectors.
Building an M12 Field Termination Cable
To build an M12 field termination cable with the connector included with the NI 9921/9922, refer to the
following sections.
Female M12 Field Termination Cable
On the M12 power female field termination connector, connect the positive lead of the primary power
supply to Pin 4 and the negative lead to Pin 3.
Table 1. Optional Cable Accessories
NI Part Number Description
196648–05 IP rated, 5 meter M12 power cable, pigtail
196649–05 IP rated, 5 meter M12 trigger cable, pigtail
196650–05 IP rated, 5 meter Ethernet cable
196647–01 Cable gland replacements: two solid glands and four assorted two-hole split glands

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The pin number is marked on the inside of the field termination connector, next to the respective
terminal, as shown in Figure 9.
Figure 9. Male and Female M12 Termination Connector Pinouts
Male M12 Field Termination Cable
On the M12 Trigger male field termination connector, connect PFI 0 to the Pin 4, PFI 1 to Pin 2, and
Ground to Pins 1 and 3.
The pin number is marked on the inside of the field termination connector, next to the respective
terminal, as shown in Figure 9.
Building an IP Rated RJ45 Cable
Refer to the SCPFE Assembly/Wiring Instructions document included in the field termination connector
kit for instructions about how to build an IP rated Ethernet cable.
Refer to Figure 10 while completing the following steps to attach the external cables:
Figure 10. Connecting External Cables/Components
1 Male M12 Field Termination Pinout 2 Female M12 Field Termination Pinout
1 Ethernet Cable
2 M12 Power Cable
3 M12 Trigger Cable
4 Glands/Gaskets
5 I/O Cables
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
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1. Connect external IP rated cables to the external Ethernet connector and the external M12 power and
trigger connectors.
2. The two-piece gland system allows prefabricated cables to route I/O out of the NI 9921/9922.
When the correct cable gland is selected, it meets a minimum IP rating of IP54. For more
information about IP ratings, refer to the Understanding IP Ratings section. Glands with two holes
route two cables at once. Blank glands are also provided, allowing for custom cable configuration.
Note To ensure that the NI WSL-9000 Series device meets specified requirements, use one of the
glands to route ground outside of the NI 9921/9922 outdoor IP enclosure.
To use the two-piece gland system, complete the following steps:
1. Choose the appropriately sized grommet for the cable diameter width. Blank plugs are provided for
use with custom cable sizes.
2. Place the grommet around the cable.
3. Press the grommet containing cable into the open cable gland.
4. Press the two halves of the cable gland together until they lock together.
5. Place the provided seal over the thread and place the cable gland into the holes, as shown in
Figure 10.
6. Secure the gland with the provided nut.
Step 7: Attach the Cover
The cover of the NI 9921/9922 is equipped with captive screws. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to install
the cover as shown in Figure 11.
Figure 11. Attaching the NI 9921/9922 Cover

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Understanding IP Ratings
Proper use and installation of an NI WLS-9000 Series device in an NI 9921/9922 outdoor IP enclosure
provides a minimum IP rating of IP54 from harsh outdoor and industrial environments. An IP rating of
IP54 protects against entry by dust particles and splashing water from all directions.
The two-digit ingress protection (IP) rating is defined by the IEC 60529 standard and specifies the
degree to which the enclosures protect against the intrusion of solid particles (represented by the
first digit) and water (represented by the second digit).
Table 2 lists the degree of protection.
Environmental Management
NI is committed to designing and manufacturing products in an environmentally responsible manner.
NI recognizes that eliminating certain hazardous substances from our products is beneficial to the
environment and to NI customers.
For additional environmental information, refer to the NI and the Environment Web page at
ni.com/environment. This page contains the environmental regulations and directives with which
NI complies, as well as other environmental information not included in this document.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
EU Customers At the end of the product life cycle, all products must be sent to a WEEE recycling
center. For more information about WEEE recycling centers, National Instruments WEEE initiatives,
and compliance with WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste and Electronic Equipment,
visit ni.com/environment/weee.
Table 2. IP Ratings
First Number
(Protection Against Solid Objects)
Second Number
(Protection Against Water)
0No protection 0No protection
1Protects against objects greater than 50 mm 1Protects against vertically dripping water
2Protects against objects greater than 12.5 mm 2Protects against direct sprays up to 15° from vertical
3Protects against objects greater than 2.5 mm 3Protects against direct sprays up to 60° from vertical
4Protects against objects greater than 1 mm 4Protects against direct sprays from all angles
5Dust-protected (no harmful deposit) 5Protects against low pressure water jets
6Dust-tight 6Protects against high pressure water jets
— — 7 Immersible in water up to 1 m
— — 8 Immersible in water beyond 1 m
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