Connecting Cable Shields - Siemens SIMATIC ET 200SP HA System Manual

Assignment of the terminal block
The assignment of the terminal block of the Ex BaseUnit depends on the plugged Ex I/O module.
You can find information on the Ex I/O modules in the corresponding device manuals.
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Figure 6-1
Cable cross-sections and ferrules
You can find information on this in section "Cable cross-sections and ferrules (Page 128)".
Information on connecting the cables and tools
You can find information on this in the documentation of the SIMATIC ET 200SP or ET 200SP HA
distributed I/O systems.
6.2.2

Connecting cable shields

Introduction
The shield connection conducts interference currents on cable shields to the functional
grounding. It is not necessary to contact the shield at where the cable enters the cabinet.
The shield connector consists of a shield contact and a shield terminal.
Modules for devices in a hazardous area
System Manual, 04/2021, A5E50165138-AA
Push-in terminal
Spring release
Measuring tap
(suitable probes: Diameter 1.0 mm, cone height max. 1.15 mm; length ≥ 10 mm in compliance
with the approved voltage category)
Holder for shield support
View of the terminal block
6.2 Connecting signal and supply cables
Wiring
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