Siemens SIMATIC NET IE/WSN-PA Link Compact Operating Instructions page 58

Installation and connecting up
3.1 Important notes on using the device
Notices for use in hazardous areas according to ATEX
Suitable cables for temperatures in excess of 50 °C
If the equipment is operated in an air ambient in excess of 50 °C up to 60 °C, only use
cables with admitted maximum operating temperature of at least 85 °C.
Electrostatic sensitive devices
NOTICE
Keep to the measures for preventing electrostatic charges when installing the IE/WSN-PA
Link. Keep to the ESD guidelines if the housing is open.
(ESD - electrostatic sensitive devices)
External power supply
The IE/WSN-PA Link has terminals for the connection of an external power supply (24 VDC).
Do not use any parts that show evidence of damage!
Notes on lightning protection
Danger due to lightning strikes
Antennas installed outdoors must be within the area covered by a lightning protection
system. Make sure that all conducting systems entering from outdoors can be protected by
a lightning protection potential equalization system.
When implementing your lightning protection concept, make sure you adhere to the VDE
0182 or IEC 62305 standard.
A suitable lightning conductor is available in the range of accessories of SIMATIC NET
Industrial WLAN:
Lightning protector LP798-1N (order no. 6GK5 798-2LP00-2AA6)
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Compact Operating Instructions, 12/2012, A5E02509264-AD
IE/WSN-PA Link