Siemens SIRIUS 3RA2712 Technical Document

Industrial switchgear
Switchgear
SIRIUS 3RA2712 function modules
for AS-Interface
Equipment Manual
11/2022
A8E96801707001A/RS-AD/006
Introduction 1
Standards 2
Safety notes 3
Product description 4
Application planning 5
Setting the AS-i address 6
AS-i parameters 7
Process image of the AS-i
modules 8
Installing 9
Connecting 10
Operator control 11
Diagnostics 12
Appendix A

Legal information
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Table of contents
1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Responsibility of the user for system con󹪝guration and functionality..................................... 5
1.2 Purpose of the manual......................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Required basic knowledge.................................................................................................... 5
1.4 Scope of the manual ............................................................................................................ 5
1.5 Siemens Industry Online Support ......................................................................................... 6
1.6 Further documentation........................................................................................................ 7
1.7 DataMatrix code .................................................................................................................. 7
1.8 Siemens Industry Online Support app................................................................................... 8
1.9 Recycling and disposal ......................................................................................................... 9
1.10 Support Request .................................................................................................................. 9
2 Standards............................................................................................................................................. 11
2.1 Standards .......................................................................................................................... 11
2.2 AS-Interface....................................................................................................................... 12
2.3 Requirements for switching high-e󹪟ciency motors............................................................. 12
2.4 Voltages ............................................................................................................................ 12
2.5 Notes on the protection of device connections ................................................................... 13
2.6 Approvals, test certi󹪝cates, characteristics .......................................................................... 13
3 Safety notes ......................................................................................................................................... 15
3.1 Current information about operational safety ..................................................................... 15
3.2 Security information .......................................................................................................... 17
4 Product description.............................................................................................................................. 19
4.1 Properties .......................................................................................................................... 19
4.2 Scope of supply ................................................................................................................. 21
4.3 Technical data.................................................................................................................... 22
4.3.1 Technical data in Siemens Industry Online Support............................................................. 22
5 Application planning ........................................................................................................................... 25
5.1 Product combinations ........................................................................................................ 25
5.2 Assembly of function module for AS-Interface, direct starting............................................. 35
5.3 Assembly of function module for AS-Interface, reverse starting........................................... 36
5.4 Assembly of the function module for AS-Interface, star-delta starting ................................. 37
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6 Setting the AS-i address....................................................................................................................... 39
7 AS-i parameters ................................................................................................................................... 43
8 Process image of the AS-i modules...................................................................................................... 45
8.1 Process image input (PII) .................................................................................................... 45
8.2 Process image output (PIQ) ................................................................................................ 46
9 Installing .............................................................................................................................................. 49
9.1 Installing function modules for AS-Interface ....................................................................... 49
9.2 Removing function modules for AS-Interface...................................................................... 52
9.3 Mounting the cover sealing................................................................................................ 54
10 Connecting .......................................................................................................................................... 57
10.1 Connection via terminals.................................................................................................... 57
10.2 Connecting the function modules for AS-Interface.............................................................. 59
10.3 Local shutdown via local input Y1-Y2.................................................................................. 62
11 Operator control .................................................................................................................................. 65
11.1 Settings on the function modules for AS-Interface .............................................................. 65
12 Diagnostics .......................................................................................................................................... 67
12.1 Diagnostics via display elements ........................................................................................ 67
12.2 Diagnosis via AS-Interface .................................................................................................. 68
A Appendix.............................................................................................................................................. 71
A.1 CAx data............................................................................................................................ 71
A.2 Dimension drawings .......................................................................................................... 71
A.3 Circuit diagrams................................................................................................................. 76
A.3.1 Main circuit........................................................................................................................ 76
A.3.2 Control circuit .................................................................................................................... 79
A.4 References......................................................................................................................... 80
A.4.1 References......................................................................................................................... 80
A.4.2 Manuals - SIRIUS Modular System....................................................................................... 81
A.5 ESD Guidelines................................................................................................................... 82
A.6 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) according to IEC 60947-4-2 ....................................... 83
Index .................................................................................................................................................... 85
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Introduction 1
1.1 Responsibility of the user for system con󹪝guration and
functionality
The function modules described here have been developed to carry out communication tasks as
part of a plant or machine. The function modules for AS-Interface are available for direct start,
reversing start and star-delta (wye-delta) start.
Siemens AG, its regional o󹪟ces, and associated companies (hereinafter referred to as
"Siemens") cannot guarantee all the properties of an overall installation or machine that
has not been designed by Siemens.
Nor can Siemens assume liability for recommendations that appear or are implied in the
following description. No new guarantee, warranty, or liability claims beyond the scope
of the Siemens general terms of supply are to be derived or inferred from the following
description.
Note
Comply in each case with the valid national assembly regulations and standards when
con󹪝guring the system.
1.2 Purpose of the manual
This manual describes the function modules for IO-Interface. It provides overview information
for integrating the function modules into the system environment and describes the hardware
and software components of the modules.
The information in this manual enables you to commission the function modules for AS-
Interface.
1.3 Required basic knowledge
To understand these operating instructions you should have a general knowledge of automation
engineering and low-voltage switchgear.
1.4 Scope of the manual
This manual is valid for the available function modules for AS-Interface. It describes the
components that are valid at the time of publication.
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1.5 Siemens Industry Online Support
Information and Service
In Siemens Industry Online Support, you can obtain up-to-date information from our global
support database quickly and simply. To accompany our products and systems, we o󹪜er a wealth
of information and services that provide support in every phase of the lifecycle of your machine
or plant – from planning and implementation, through commissioning, up to maintenance and
modernization:
• Product support
• Application examples
• Services
• Forum
• mySupport
Link: Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/)
Product support
You will 󹪝nd here all the information and comprehensive know-how covering all aspects of your
product:
•FAQs
Our answers to frequently asked questions.
•Manuals/operating instructions
Read online or download, available as PDF or individually con󹪝gurable.
•Certi󹪝cates
Clearly sorted according to approving authority, type and country.
•Characteristic curves
For support in planning and con󹪝guring your system.
•Product announcements
The latest information and news concerning our products.
•Downloads
You can 󹪝nd here updates, service packs, HSPs and much more for your product.
•Application examples
Function blocks, background and system descriptions, performance statements,
demonstration systems, and application examples, clearly explained and represented.
•Technical data
Technical product data for support in planning and implementing your project.
Link: Product support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps)
mySupport
With "mySupport", your personal workspace, you get the very best out of your Industry Online
Support. Everything to enable you to 󹪝nd the right information every time.
Introduction
1.5Siemens Industry Online Support
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The following functions are now available:
•Personal messages
Your personal mailbox for exchanging information and managing your contacts
•Inquiries
Use our online form for speci󹪝c solution suggestions, or send your technical inquiry directly
to a specialist in Technical Support
•Noti󹪝cations
Make sure you always have the latest information - individually tailored to your needs
•Filters
Simple management and re-use of your 󹪝lter settings from Product Support and the Technical
Forum
•Favorites / Tags
Create your own knowledge database by assigning "Favorites" and "Tags" to documents –
simply and e󹪟ciently
•Entries last viewed
Clear presentation of your last viewed entries
•Documentation
Con󹪝gure your individual documentation from di󹪜erent manuals – quickly and without
complications
•Personal data
Change personal data and contact information here
•CAx data
Simple access to thousands of items of CAx data such as 3D models, 2D dimension drawings,
EPLAN macros and much more
1.6 Further documentation
To install and connect the contactors, you require the operating instructions of the contactors
used.
The Appendix"References (Page80)" has a list of the operating instructions.
1.7 DataMatrix code
A DataMatrix code is lasered on the front of all units of the function modules for AS-Interface,
on the left on the basic module.
In the case of basic and coupling modules, there is a further DataMatrix code behind the labeling
plate.
DataMatrix codes are standardized in ISO/IEC 16022. The DataMatrix codes on Siemens
devices use ECC200 coding for powerful error correction.
The following device information is encoded in the front DataMatrix code as a bit stream:
• Article number
• Serial number (abbreviated)
Introduction
1.7DataMatrix code
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This information is stored in the following format in the DataMatrix code:
1P Article number + S
Data identi󹪝er Net content Separator Serial number
The following device information is encoded in the front DataMatrix code behind the labeling
plate as a bit stream:
• Article number
• Serial number
• Where appropriate, MAC address
This information is stored in the following format in the DataMatrix code:
1P Article number + S
Data identi󹪝er Net content Separator Serial number
(+ 23S MAC address)
The following device information is encoded in the side rating plate as a bit stream:
• Article number
• Serial number
• Where appropriate, MAC address
This information is stored in the following format in the DataMatrix code:
1P Article number + S
Data identi󹪝er Net content Separator Serial number
(+ 23S MAC address)

Note
The information content is displayed without spaces.
This machine-readable information simpli󹪝es and accelerates handling of the respective
devices.
As well as fast access to the serial numbers of the respective devices for unique identi󹪝cation,
the DataMatrix codes simplify communication with Siemens Technical Support.
1.8 Siemens Industry Online Support app
Siemens Industry Online Support app
The Siemens Industry Online Support app provides you access to all the device-speci󹪝c
information available on the Siemens Industry Online Support portal for a particular article
number, such as operating instructions, manuals, data sheets, FAQs etc.
Introduction
1.8Siemens Industry Online Support app
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The Siemens Industry Online Support app is available for Android and iOS:
Android iOS
1.9 Recycling and disposal
The available function modules for AS-Interface can be recycled as they are low in pollutants. For
environmentally-friendly recycling and disposal of your electronic waste, please contact a
company certi󹪝ed for the disposal of electronic waste.
1.10 Support Request
After you have registered, you can use the Support Request form in the online support to send
your question directly to Technical Support:
Support Request: Internet (https://www.siemens.com/support-request)
Introduction
1.10Support Request
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Introduction
1.10Support Request
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Standards 2
2.1 Standards
Applicable standards
The function modules comply with the following standards:
Table 2-1 Standards - function modules
Device standards • IEC/EN60947‑1 "Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear: General rules"
• IEC/EN 60947‑4‑1 "Contactors and motor-starters: Electromechanical contac‐
tors and motor-starters"
• IEC/EN60947‑5‑1 "Control circuit devices and switching elements: Electro‐
mechanical control circuit devices"; VDE0660 "Low-voltage switchgear"
• DINEN50042 "Terminal marking"
EMC standard1) • IEC/EN 61000‑6‑2 "Generic standards - Immunity for industrial environments"
• IEC/EN61000‑6‑4 "Generic standards - Emission standard for industrial envi‐
ronments"
Resistance to ex‐
treme climates
• IEC60721‑3‑3 "Classi󹪝cation of environmental conditions"
The function modules are climate-proof according to IEC60721‑3.
Touch protection • IEC/EN60529 "Degrees of protection provided by enclosures"
The function modules are safe to touch in accordance with IEC/EN60529.
AS-Interface • IEC62026-2 (AS-Interface Speci󹪝cation V2.11/V3.0)
1) This is a device of Class A. When used in domestic areas, the device can cause radio interference. Users
may have to take suitable measures.
Reference
SIRIUScomponents have been approved by a whole range of bodies for various sectors (e.g.
shipbuilding). An up-to-date list of approvals appears in the appendix of the Catalog IC10 -
SIRIUS "Industrial Controls" (http://www.siemens.com/sirius/catalogs), and more information,
as well as an option to download certi󹪝cates, can be obtained on the Internet (http://
www.siemens.com/sirius/support).
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2.2 AS-Interface
AS-Interface is an open, international standard according to IEC62026-2 for process and 󹪝eld
communication.
Complex control cable wiring in the control cabinet can be replaced with AS-Interface.
Siemens o󹪜ers AS-i master, AS-i modules, and AS-i system components to set up an AS-Interface
network. Siemens uses the current AS-Interface Speci󹪝cation V3.0.
For more information, see https://www.siemens.com/as-interface (https://
www.siemens.com/as-interface)
2.3 Requirements for switching high-e󹪟ciency motors
The increased requirements for protection devices and switchgear when switching high-
e󹪟ciency motors are covered by the new utilization categoryAC‑3e introduced in
theIEC60947‑4‑1 product standard.
The utilization category AC‑3e takes into account the higher switch-on characteristic of
e󹪟ciency-enhanced motors. This is re󹪞ected, for example, in a higher starting current when
starting squirrel-cage motors.
All SIRIUS protection devices and switchgear that are subject to the IEC60947‑4‑1 product
standard meet the increased requirements in accordance with utilization categoryAC‑3e and
are suitable for use with high-e󹪟ciency motors.
2.4 Voltages
The speci󹪝cations for 3-phase line supply according to IEC 60947‑4‑1 are valid for the following
line system con󹪝gurations:
Voltage speci󹪝cationUe in the
Equipment Manual
Line system con󹪝gurations
Three-phase four-wire systems Three-phase three-wire systems
[V] [V] [V]
230 -- 230
400 230/ 400 400
440 260/ 440 440
500 -- 500
690 400/ 690 690 (only from sizeS3)
1000 -- 1000
-- not speci󹪝ed
Standards
2.4Voltages
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2.5 Notes on the protection of device connections
The speci󹪝cations for short-circuit protection (fuses, circuit breakers, or miniature circuit
breakers) are available for the device connections of the main circuit and the auxiliary circuit.
In order to ensure a holistic view for the protection of the device connections, the manufacturer
is obliged to provide all relevant information for short-circuit protection and overcurrent
protection.
If, for example, device connections for the control supply voltage, the supply voltage, or digital
inputs/digital outputs are not connected to self-limiting current sources or energy sources, you
can 󹪝nd the relevant information in the Equipment Manual or the technical data sheet.
2.6 Approvals, test certi󹪝cates, characteristics
You can 󹪝nd an overview of the certi󹪝cations available for low-voltage controls and distribution
products, test certi󹪝cates and characteristics on the Internet (http://www.siemens.com/sirius/
approvals).
You can 󹪝nd further information in the appendix of Catalog IC10 "SIRIUS Industrial Controls"
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109771990).
Standards
2.6Approvals, test certi󹪝cates, characteristics
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Standards
2.6Approvals, test certi󹪝cates, characteristics
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Safety notes 3
3.1 Current information about operational safety
Important note for maintaining the operational safety of your system
Please take note of our latest information. Systems with safety-oriented characteristics are
subject to special operational safety requirements on the part of the operator. The supplier is
also obliged to comply with certain actions when monitoring the product. By subscribing to the
appropriate newsletter, you will ensure that you are always up-to-date and able to make changes
to your system, when necessary:
For this purpose, go to the page: SIEMENS newsletter (http://www.siemens.com/sirius/
newsletter)
Click "Subscribe to newsletter".
Safety notices
NOTICE
Observe the ESD guidelines
When handling and installing the devices, observe the ESD guidelines.
Connection is only permitted when the power adapters have been deactivated (PELV power
adapter in accordance with IECEN50178).
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ESD guidelines
ESD components are destroyed by voltage and energy far below the limits of human perception.
Voltages of this kind occur as soon as a device or an assembly is touched by a person who is not
electrostatically discharged. ESD components which have been subject to such voltage are
usually not recognized immediately as being defective, because the malfunction does not occur
until after a longer period of operation.
NOTICE
Damage to the function module from electrostatic charging!
The function module contains components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. These
modules will be destroyed or damaged by improper handling.
• You must discharge your body electrostatically immediately before touching an electronic
component. To do this, touch a conductive, grounded object, e.g., a bare metal part of a
switch cabinet or the water pipe.
• Always hold the component by the plastic enclosure.
• Electronic modules should not be brought into contact with electrically insulating materials
such as plastic 󹪝lm, plastic parts, insulating table supports or clothing made of synthetic
󹪝bers.
• Always place electrostatic sensitive devices on conductive bases.
• Always store and transport electronic modules or components in ESD-safe conductive
packaging, e.g. metallized plastic or metal containers. Leave the component in its
packaging until installation.
Intended use
WARNING
Intended use
Can Cause Death, Serious Injury, or Property Damage.
The devices may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and the technical
description, and only in conjunction with equipment or components from other manufacturers
which have been approved or recommended by Siemens.
This product can function correctly and reliably only if it is transported, stored, assembled, and
installed correctly, and operated and maintained as recommended.
Before you run any sample programs or programs that you have written yourself, make sure
that running the plant cannot cause injury to anyone else or damage to the machine itself.
EU notice: Commissioning is prohibited until it has been clearly identi󹪝ed that the machine in
which this component is to be installed ful󹪝lls the conditions of Directive 89/392/EC.
Safety notes
3.1Current information about operational safety
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See also
SIEMENS newsletter (http://www.siemens.com/sirius/newsletter)
3.2 Security information
Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the
secure operation of plants, systems, machines and networks.
In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is
necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial
security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions constitute one element of such a concept.
Customers are responsible for preventing unauthorized access to their plants, systems,
machines and networks. Such systems, machines and components should only be connected
to an enterprise network or the internet if and to the extent such a connection is necessary
and only when appropriate security measures (e.g. 󹪝rewalls and/or network segmentation)
are in place.
For additional information on industrial security measures that may be implemented, please
visit
https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity.
Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more
secure. Siemens strongly recommends that product updates are applied as soon as they are
available and that the latest product versions are used. Use of product versions that are no
longer supported, and failure to apply the latest updates may increase customer’s exposure
to cyber threats.
To stay informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS
Feed under
https://www.siemens.com/cert.
Safety notes
3.2Security information
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Safety notes
3.2Security information
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Product description 4
4.1 Properties
Function modules for AS-Interface
Function modules for AS‑Interface are mounted on contactors or contactor assemblies of the
SIRIUS device family, and they connect these with the AS‑Interface network.
The function modules for AS‑Interface are available for the following contactors and
contactor assemblies:
• For direct-on-line starting
• For reversing starting
• For star-delta (wye-delta) starting
Function modules for direct-on-line starting
The function modules for direct-on-line starting only comprise a basic module which is
plugged onto the contactor. The basic module contains the AS‑i connection and is connected
to the AS‑i network and the 24VDC auxiliary voltage via removable terminals. It also has
terminals for an optional NC contact for local shutdown.
Function modules for reversing starting
The function modules for reversing starting consist of a basic module and a coupling
module, which are which are connected to each other via a pluggable 󹪞at cable.
The basic module is plugged onto the contactor for direction of rotation 1 (clockwise). The
coupling module is plugged onto the contactor for direction of rotation 2 (counterclockwise).
The basic module contains the AS‑i connection and is connected to the AS‑i network and the
24VDC auxiliary voltage via removable terminals. The basic module also has terminals for an
optional NC contact for local shutdown for direction of rotation 1 (clockwise). The coupling
module only has terminals for an optional NC contact for local shutdown for direction of
rotation 2 (counterclockwise).
Function modules for start-delta (wye-delta) starting
The function modules for star-delta (wye-delta) starting consist of a basic module and two
coupling modules, which are connected to each other via pluggable 󹪞at cables. The basic
module is plugged onto the line contactor. The two coupling modules are plugged onto
the contactors for star operation and delta operation. The basic module contains the AS‑i
connection and is connected to the AS-i network and the 24VDC auxiliary voltage via
removable terminals. It also has terminals on the basic module for an optional NC contact for
local shutdown. The startup time in star operation is set using a rotary adjustment control on
the basic module.
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AS‑i connection for all variants of the function modules
The starter (contactor or contactor assembly) is controlled via the process image output of
the AS‑i connection in the basic module.
The status of the starter is signaled to the control via the process image input of the AS‑i
connection in the basic module.
24VDCauxiliary voltage
To control the contactor coils, the 24VDC auxiliary voltage must be applied.
To detect the switch position of the contactor contacts, to ascertain the error condition
"Contact welded", and to monitor the line voltage (L1-L2), the 24VDC auxiliary voltage must
be applied.
If the 24VDC auxiliary voltage is disconnected, the contactor coils are de-energized, even if
the AS‑i voltage is still applied.
With welded contacts, the line voltage (L1‑L2‑L3) can be applied at the main contacts of the
contactors, even if the 24VDC auxiliary voltage is disconnected.
The power supply unit for the 24VDC auxiliary voltage must comply with the ES1
(IEC62368-1) standard or PELV (Protective Extra Low Voltage) requirements.
SITOP power supplies are recommended, see Catalog
KT 10.1, https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109745655 (https://
support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109745655)
For more information, see also Section 10.2 "Connecting the function modules for AS-
Interface".
A safety-oriented shutdown can be achieved by switching o󹪜 the 24VDC auxiliary voltage.
Feedback circuit monitoring, which is required to achieve the diagnostic coverage, must
be implemented with mirror contacts on the contactor. The diagnostic information that
the function module makes available via AS‑Interface is only generated when the 24VDC
auxiliary voltage is applied, and can therefore not be used for the feedback circuit monitoring
of the safety function.
See also Contactors in safety applications – Guide of use
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109807687 (https://
support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/109745655)
AS-i addressing unit
The AS‑i addressing unit (3RK1904‑2AB02) is used to assign an address to the AS‑i connection
in the basic module during commissioning. To do this, plug the addressing cable of the
addressing unit in the addressing socket on the basic module. For the contactor function test,
the AS‑i addressing unit enables the starter to be controlled and the status of the starter to be
read in without the use of an AS‑i master or a control (PLC).
The AS‑i address can also be assigned via the AS-i master, e.g. via the corresponding online
function in the TIA Portal.
The advantage of using the AS-i addressing device is that it is easy to assign the address to
the correct starter by plugging the addressing cable into the basic module of the associated
starter.
Product description
4.1Properties
SIRIUS 3RA2712 function modules for AS-Interface
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