Connecting Cables With Cable Lugs; Figure 6-9 Connection With Cable Lug And Fixing Screw (Schematic Diagram) - Siemens SIMOTICS FD 1MH1 Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions

● In the case of aluminum connecting bars, insert a steel washer between the cable lug and
● Correctly close and seal threads or holes that are not being used ensuring that the IP degree
6.5.5

Connecting cables with cable lugs

1. Select the cable lugs according to the required cable cross-section and fixing screw or stud
2. Remove the insulation from the conductor ends so that the remaining insulation reaches
3. Fasten the cable lug to the end of the conductor correctly, e.g. by squeezing.
4. Insulate the cable lug sleeves where necessary to ensure minimum air clearances and the
5. Place the cable lug on the terminal support. If you are using a disconnecting link, check its
6. Tighten the fixing element
Note
You can find more information in Chapter 2 of catalog D81.8.
SIMOTICS FD 1MH1
Operating Instructions 08/2017
the connecting bar. This prevents contact corrosion.
of protection is maintained. The IP degree of protection is specified on the rating plate.
Replace the cable glands that are not being used by appropriately certified screw plugs.
size. Information about the maximum cross-section for the respective standard terminal
box design can be found in the catalog.
A sloped/angular arrangement of the supply cables is only permitted provided the required
minimum air clearances are met.
almost up to the cable lug
Figure 6-9 Connection with cable lug and fixing screw (schematic diagram)
creepage distance are maintained.
positioning.
For terminal boxes 1XB7740 and 1XB7750, place the cable lug on the busbar.
Fixing element
Fastening screw M12
Fixing screws M16
Fixing nuts M12
①
. Connect only one conductor per cable lug.
②
with the corresponding tightening torque:
Electrical connection
6.5 Inserting and routing the cables
Tightening torque
20 Nm
40 Nm
20 Nm
95