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Connection of separate systems, 4 equipotential bonding, 5 signal cable connections (field versions) – KROHNE OPTISONIC 3400 CSA EN User Manual

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CONNECTION OF SEPARATE SYSTEMS

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3.4 Equipotential bonding

3.4.1 Signal converter

The UFC 400 F...-DIV1 ultrasonic signal converter must always

must always

must always

must always be incorporated within the

equipotential bonding system of the installation in the hazardous classified location. For this
purpose it must be connected to the external U-clamp screw terminal (size M5) of the UFC 400 F
converter.

The separate bonding conductor must be at least 4 mm

2

(11 AWG) or 2.5 mm

2

(14 AWG), in case

it is mechanically protected (see regulations ANSI/ISA RP 12.06.01 - ANSI/NFPA 70). Make sure
that the core of the bonding wire is properly mounted under the U-clamp of the PE-terminal and
that the screw is tightly fixed.

The intrinsically safe transducer circuits of the UFC 400 F signal converter are galvanically
isolated from earth, therefore an equipotential bonding conductor between the flow sensor
(grounded intrinsically safe transducer circuits) and the signal converter (floating-intrinsically
safe transducer circuits) does not have to be connected, but can be used if desired.

3.5 Signal cable connections (field versions)

See the pictures below for details.

CAUTION!
When the ambient temperatures exceed 60

°

C / 140

°

F, the cables and cable gland used (for

connection of the UFC 400F/...) must be suitable for of at least 75

°

C / 167

°

F.

Electrical connection - Standard version

Figure 3-1: Connect the cables in the connection box of the flow sensor