Intrinsically safe transmitters
for use in gas and dust for hazardous environments.
hygroclip id-ex series;
hygroclip iw-ex series;
hygroclip ic-ex series;
hygroclip ie-ex series (33 pages)
Mechanical Mounting / Dismounting ....................10 Zone Plan ............................10 General Guidelines ......................... 11 Housing ............................11 Mounting of the HygroFlex5-EX (Duct Mounting) ................11 Mounting of the HygroFlex5-EX (Wall Mounting) ................12 Electrical Installation ......................... 12 General Guidelines for Wiring ......................12 ATEX Guidelines for Wiring ......................
This document is available in other languages on the website www.rotronic.com. This manual applies to all devices in the HygroFlex5-EX series with firmware version 3.0 and later. Changes to the last digit of the version number reflect minor firmware changes that do no affect the manner in which the device works.
Interchangeable probes for humidity and temperature calibration and adjustment outside Ex zones Simulator mode Simple updating of the firmware for both the HygroFlex5-EX transmitter as well as the Hygroclip-2 probe keeps the devices in the HygroFlex5-EX series up to date with improved functionality. Note: ...
Rotronic AG D-M-HF520-EX-V1_12 Bassersdorf, Switzerland HygroFlex5-EX Instruction Manual Humidity & Temperature Transmitter Page 5 of 23 Mechanical Configurations and Dimensions Wall Version Duct Version HF520-EX-Wxxxxxxx HF520-EX-Dxxxxxxx Probe tube: Ø15 x 130 mm...
The user can define a fixed atmospheric air pressure value with the ROTRONIC HW4 software. Analog Output Signals Using the ROTRONIC HW4 software, each of the two analog output signals can be assigned to one of the following parameters: ...
Humidity & Temperature Transmitter Page 8 of 23 Probes The HygroFlex5-EX may only be operated with the following ATEX probe models: HC2-SM-EX (standard probe) HC2-IM102-EX (cable probe 2 m, probe length 125 mm) HC2-IM105-EX (cable probe 5 m, probe length 125 mm)
Rotronic AG D-M-HF520-EX-V1_12 Bassersdorf, Switzerland HygroFlex5-EX Instruction Manual Humidity & Temperature Transmitter Page 9 of 23 Function Overview Outputs Functions Description ► Humidity and temperature The connected probe is read out digitally and its measured values measurement shown and outputted at the analog outputs.
Rotronic AG D-M-HF520-EX-V1_12 Bassersdorf, Switzerland HygroFlex5-EX Instruction Manual Humidity & Temperature Transmitter Page 10 of 23 Mechanical Mounting / Dismounting Zone Plan Applies to gas (Zone 0/1/2) and dust (20/21/22) Wall Mounting Duct Mounting Use the accessory AC1301-MEX (mounting gland for 15 mm ATEX probes) for zone separation.
The housing consists of a base and a cover held together with four screws. A size 4 flat-tip screwdriver or size 3 cross-tip screwdriver should be used to mount and dismount the cover. Mounting of the HygroFlex5-EX (Duct Mounting) HygroFlex5-EX type D (D=Duct)
When planning an installation, the rules provided by EN 50170 should be followed under consideration of local circumstances to determine the position of machines and equipment. All ROTRONIC products are tested for electromagnetic compatibility according to the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU. Please see for more details Conformity on the Rotronic website.
ATEX Guidelines for Wiring According to EN60079-14. According to ATEX, no SELV Power Supply is required. ( SELV supply= with limited transients). Wiring 5.3.1 HygroFlex5-EX: Two-Wire Current Loop, Loop-Powered Transmitter Connection Terminals Terminals Description Rel. Humidity Output 1 (4…20 K1: CH1- K1: CH1+ Power supply: 10 ...
5.3.2 Electrical schematic 5.3.3 Grounding The HygroFlex5-EX must be grounded with the ground connection on the housing. Operation For safe and reliable operation, the device must be mounted as described in chapter 4 and the housing cover properly closed. Starting the Device The device needs about one minute to boot.
Note: Unauthorized use of the menu can be prevented by locking the setting “Display Menu?” (using the HW4 software > Device Manager > Display). MENU button: open / close menu ENTER button: select menu point Menu navigation buttons: navigation Change value: increase / decrease HygroFlex5-EX Transmitter: Selection / Main Menu Menu Points Notes Information Device Settings...
The HW4 software is needed to enabled and configure this function. When this function is enabled, the HygroFlex5-EX generates fixed digital and analog signals as defined by the user. Repair It is not possible for the user to repair device faults himself. The device must be sent to a ROTRONIC service center for repairs.
HEX/ROF. Procedure for updating the firmware: Connect the HygroFlex5-EX service connector to a USB port of a PC running the ROTRONIC HW4 software V3.4 or higher with the service cable AC3006. Copy the firmware update file from the ROTRONIC website to the PC.
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Rotronic AG D-M-HF520-EX-V1_12 Bassersdorf, Switzerland HygroFlex5-EX Instruction Manual Humidity & Temperature Transmitter Page 18 of 23 Configurable Analog Outputs HygroFlex5-EX Output 1 Can be assigned to every parameter Default parameter Relative humidity or calculated parameter Default range Per order code...
Accessories 10.1 Configuration and Communication Software The ROTRONIC HW4 software (version 3.4.0 or higher) allows configuration of the HygroFlex5-EX. HW4 is compatible with Windows XP, 7 and 8. For further details, see the separate instruction manual provided with the software.
Rotronic AG D-M-HF520-EX-V1_12 Bassersdorf, Switzerland HygroFlex5-EX Instruction Manual Humidity & Temperature Transmitter Page 20 of 23 ATEX Data 11.1 Ignition Protection Category, Type Measurement probe with HygroClip: For Zone 0/20 Transmitter: Complete transmitter for Zone 1/2 and 21/22 The following ATEX approval according to IEC is fulfilled: Device group II for explosive atmospheres (not mining) = [-40 …...
Rotronic AG D-M-HF520-EX-V1_12 Bassersdorf, Switzerland HygroFlex5-EX Instruction Manual Humidity & Temperature Transmitter Page 21 of 23 11.2 ATEX-Relevant Standards The following European standards are relevant for the product: CENELEC - European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization Equipment – General requirements EN 60079–0...
HygroFlex5-EX Instruction Manual Humidity & Temperature Transmitter Page 22 of 23 11.4 Product Identification Label Manufacturer: Rotronic AG, CH-8303 Bassersdorf Type designation: HF520-EX Serial number: < Number > II 1/2 G Ex ia IIC T5…T4 Ga/Gb Measurement probe: II 1/2 D Ex ia IIIC T80 °C…T110 °C Da/Db...
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