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ATEX and IECEx Certified Sensors Installation of Intrinsically Safe Sensors Manual Applicable to Rheonics Sensor Types: SRV, SRD, SRV-FPC, SRD-FPC Certified ATEX and IECEx Viscometers and Density Meters Product: SR Sensors - ATEX and IECEx certified Rev 2.0 October 2020...
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Rheonics. The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. TRADEMARKS Rheonics is a trademark of Rheonics, Inc. Other product and company names listed in this manual are trademarks or trade names of their respective manufacturers. SRV, SRD, SRV-FPC, SRD-FPC Installation and Intrinsic Safety Manual P.
Rheonics | Switzerland | U.S.A. English version of this manual is the only approved version from Rheonics and installers should refer to it to confirm the correctness of information. In case of any questions contact your local partner or Rheonics support.
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Figure 4: SRV sensor with protective sleeve and impact shield mounted ..........12 Figure 5: End view of SRV showing orientation of slot in impact shield ............. 12 Figure 6: Pinout of M12 connector with no Pt1000 installed ..............15 Figure 7: Pinout of M12 connector with 4-wire Pt1000 connection ............
Rheonics SRV, SRV-FPC, SRD and SRD-FPC sensors labelled with the hexagonal ATEX mark: All other versions of Rheonics SRV/SRD sensors should NOT be considered safe to use in areas with potential presence of explosive atmospheres. 2. Description of the sensors and general installation considerations Rheonics SRV sensors are used to measure and control the viscosity of fluids, mainly under process conditions.
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Suitable cabling to safely connect the Rheonics SR sensor to its associated Zener barrier(s) is to be provided by the installer. The minimum specification for the cabling in order to ensure intrinsic safety is given in section 5.1.
It is the responsibility of the installer and the end user to ensure that any Rheonics SRV or SRD sensor that has been used in a Category 2 installation is not re-used for Category 1 or 2 installations.
The SR sensors are provided in two variants that have different pressure ratings. All variants except for the “FPC” or fixed process connection SRV and SRD sensors are rated for a maximum hydrostatic pressure of the process fluid of 700 bar (10,000 PSI) in order to retain IP54 ingress protection as relevant for the sensor’s intrinsic safety.
Impact shield Impact shield must be installed so that slot in shield is facing down Figure 5: End view of SRV showing orientation of slot in impact shield ATTENTION: These parameters and conditions must be adhered to. If not, injury may be caused to person or property.
5.1. Cabling The SRV/SRD sensor is connected to its associated Zener diode barriers by means of a cable that has an 8 pole M12 connector on the sensor end. The end that connects to the Zener diode barrier must be provided with crimped conductor-end sleeves, which are held by screw clamps on the Zener diode barriers.
There are several different connection options, depending on whether or not the SRV/SRD has a built-in Pt1000, and if so, how the Pt1000 is connected (4 or 3 wire connection). The diagrams in section below show these options.
A single 2-channel Zener diode barrier is required for the Pt1000 circuit. A single 2-channel Zener diode barrier is required for the coil circuit. The advantage of this circuit is that one less SRV, SRD, SRV-FPC, SRD-FPC Installation and Intrinsic Safety Manual P. 20 Version 2.0, Updated: October 29, 2020...
Zener diode barrier side it is connected to the grounding terminal of the barrier (Fig. 15 below) SRV, SRD, SRV-FPC, SRD-FPC Installation and Intrinsic Safety Manual P. 25 Version 2.0, Updated: October 29, 2020...
Equipotential bonding wire Fully assembled grounding tab is permanently installed; cannot be inadvertently dis-lodged Figure 12: Installation of grounding tab on SRV/SRD sensor The crown lock washer has an internal diameter that is slightly smaller than the outside diameter of the connector. When forced over the connector shell, the hardened spring fingers of the lock washer dig into the shell slightly, providing both a electrical bond and a solid mechanical connection.
7. Returning Equipment to the factory Instructions for Returning Your Instrument for Service The following information will help you return your instrument to Rheonics and will ensure that your order is processed promptly. To request details, contact your local Rheonics distributor or contact one of our offices directly.
Rheonics | Switzerland | U.S.A. 8. Intrinsic safety certificates ATEX Certificate IECEx Certificate For latest certificates of Rheonics products, solutions & electronics, visit: https://rheonics.com/resources/certificates/ 9. Revisions and approvals Version Nature of changes Approvals Date Original version S. Kumar, J. Goodbread 22.06.2020...
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