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Original operating instructions MC3x Magnetically coded sensors with MSI-MC3x safety relays We reserve the right to make technical changes EN • 2021-08-20 • 700021...
Text passages with this symbol provide you with further information. Symbol for action steps Text passages with this symbol instruct you to perform actions. Table 1.4: Terms and abbreviations External Device Monitoring OSSD Output Signal Switching Device Start/REStart interlock Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
They replace neither testing of the complete machine or system prior to the initial start-up nor their periodic testing by a competent person. The checklists contain minimum testing requirements. Depending on the application, other tests may be necessary. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Intended use and foreseeable misuse WARNING! A running machine can cause severe injuries! Make certain that, during all conversions, maintenance work and inspections, the system is securely shut down and protected against being restarted. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
For the table of safety-related characteristic parameters, see chapter 13 "Technical data". • The MC3x sensors may only be operated with the approved MC3x actuators and safety relays from Leuze (see table 14.1). Proper function with respect to safety can be ensured only if compatible com- ponents are used.
The operating company is responsible for: • Instructing the operator • Maintaining the safe operation of the machine • Adhering to all regulations and directives for labor protection and safety at work • regular testing by competent persons Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Safety Exemption of liability Leuze electronic GmbH & Co. KG is not liable in the following cases • Safety relay, sensor and actuator are not used as intended • Reasonably foreseeable misuse is not taken into account • Safety notices are not adhered to •...
MSI-MC310 and MSI-MC311. For additional combinations of MC3x magnetic sensors with other safe evaluation units from Leuze, see table 14.1. The evaluation units listed there are described in detail in the respective, separate operating instructions.
Max. 88 mm x 25 mm nection cable with wire-end sleeves 2 m, 5 m, 10 m PUR con- nection cable with wire-end sleeves 0.2 m PVC connection cable with M12 connector M8 connector Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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< 6 mm, > 15 mm, > 18 mm 2 m, 5 m, 10 m PVC con- Max. 30 mm, round nection cable with wire-end sleeves 0.2 m PVC connection cable with M12 connector M8 connector Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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Figure 3.3: Design MC336x Figure 3.4: Design MC330x MSI-MC310 Supply S22 S33 S34 S12 32 14 Connection terminals Voltage indicator Status K1 Status K2 Connection terminals Figure 3.5: MSI-MC310 and MSI-MC311 safety relay Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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Green illuminated Voltage supply switched on Green illuminated Input condition for K1 fulfilled Green illuminated Input condition for K2 fulfilled Date of manufacture Order number Designation Figure 3.6: Designation locations, MC3x series sensors Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
• All actuators of the connected sensors are in the specified distance range • All connected sensors are activated • Opening of the contacts (reset button, EDM contacts) causes the signal at pin SR to drop out Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Only operate access guarding in the start/restart interlock operating mode or take additional safety measures. Figure 5.1: Access guarding on a PCB production line, implemented on a door with MC330x sensors Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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Applications Figure 5.2: Access guarding on a filling system, realized on a door with MC388x sensors Figure 5.3: Access safeguarding on a small painting robot, implemented on a hood with MC336x sensors Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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Figure 5.4: Access safeguarding on a food production line, implemented on a sliding gate with MC336x sensors Figure 5.5: Access safeguarding on a beverage filling system, implemented on a raisable window with MC336x sensors Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Aligning on the basis of the markings, approach directions In the following example, the MC388x sensor is mounted on the front of a sliding gate. The switching condi- tion is activated by the actuator approaching from below. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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Approach direction on the same level In the following example, the MC336x sensor is mounted on a small sliding window and is protected. The switching condition is activated by the actuator approaching on the same level. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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Approach direction, lateral In the following example, the MC330x sensor is mounted recessed on the front of a sliding gate. The switching condition is activated by the actuator approaching on the same level. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Align sensor and actuator with one another so that when the guard is closed, the markings (e.g., arrows, notches, lines) are aligned, i.e., are opposite one another. A lateral offset reduces the switching dis- tance. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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Switching distances from sensor to actuator see table see table see table switching switching switching distance distance distance Figure 6.17: MC330x Figure 6.15: MC388x Figure 6.16: MC336x Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Sao and OFF? Do the markings on sensor and actuator align while the guard is closed? Is it ensured that sensor and actuator do not serve as a limit stop? Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
The safety relay may be damaged if mounted improperly! The MSI-MC310/311 is not suitable for free wall mounting. Depending on the environmental conditions at the end user, a suitable protective housing type must be determined and used. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Select the functions so that the safety relay is used as intended (see chapter 2.1 "Intended use and foreseeable misuse"). There are 16 terminals on the safety relay for connecting the cables. The connection of the safety relay is divided into sensor groups, additional functions, OSSDs and supply voltage. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Figure 7.2: Wire assignment, wire colors of the connection cable, state without activation by actuator Figure 7.3: Pin assignment of the M8 connector Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Contact 1, NO Input Contact 2, NO Output Contact 2, NO Input Start circuit 1 Input Start circuit, bridged Relay contact input Status Relay contact output Status off Relay contact output Status on Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Contact circuit diagrams of the S2 models (2NO), state without activation by actuator Core colors for models with connection cable Color Brown White Black Blue Pink Gray Figure 7.7: Pin assignment of the M8 connector (4-pin) Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
The following examples show possible connection combinations of magnetically coded sensors on the safety relay for contact set 1NC/1NO. All available safety inputs must be occupied. Bridges are to connect the remaining inputs where no sensors are connected. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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Figure 7.11: Example 2: Connection of two MC3xS1x with automatic start/restart interlock and contactor monitoring (EDM), contact drawing without activation by actuator The following wiring diagram shows the connection of four MC3xS1x on two doors for achieving safety category 3 and Performance Level e or d. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
The following wiring diagram shows the connection of an MC3xS2x for achieving safety category 4 and Performance Level e. For access safeguarding, it also includes the "start/restart interlock" operating mode and a reset button. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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K1, K2 as well as those of the downstream contactors. MC3xS2x MC3xS2x MSI-MC311 +24V MC3xS2x MC3xS2x Figure 7.16: Example 3: Connection of four MC3xS2x with start/restart interlock, contact drawing without activation by actuator Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
The reset button can be used to unlock the start/restart interlock (where foreseen). In this way, the respon- sible person can restore normal operation of the system following process interruptions (triggering of the protective function, failure of the voltage supply) (see chapter 7.7 "Unlocking start/restart interlock") Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Make certain that the guard is closed. Make certain that there are no people in the danger zone. Press and release the reset button. The MSI-MC3x switches to the ON state, LEDs K1 and K2 illuminate. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Minimum requirements for the power supply unit: • Safe mains separation • At least 2 A current reserve Not until proper monitoring of the guard is ascertained may it be integrated in the control circuit of the system. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Does opening of the monitored moveable part of the guard cause the dangerous process to stop in such a way that the dangerous process cannot be reached during the stopping time? Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Make sure that no one is in the danger zone. Close the guard and start the machine. Make certain that the dangerous state stops as soon as the guard is opened. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
• the magnetically coded sensor • the safety relay? Is the dangerous process brought to an immediate standstill upon open- ing of the guard? Does the dangerous process end before the point of operation can be reached? Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
• The system is safely shut down and protected against restart. • Remove metal dust, iron filings, etc. Clean sensor and actuator depending on degree of contamination • with, e.g., a vacuum cleaner or a clean cloth • with solvent-free cleaning agents Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Analyze and eliminate the cause of the fault using the following table. If you are unable to rectify the fault, contact the Leuze branch responsible for you or call the Leuze electronic hotline (see chapter 12 "Service and support").
24-hour on-call service at: +49 7021 573-0 Service hotline: +49 7021 573-123 E-mail: service.protect@leuze.de Return address for repairs: Service center Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG In der Braike 1 D-73277 Owen / Germany Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Number of connection cable entries 1 (connection cable or M8 connector) Type of connection Connection cable with wire-end sleeves or M8 connec- tor, each molded to housing Conductor cross-section (wire) 4 x 0.35 mm (connection cable) ² Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
20x10 switching cycles Switching voltage, max. 27 V AC/DC Switching current Ie, max. 100 mA (with internal fuse) / 500 mA (without internal fuse) Short circuit protected By means of MSI-MC311 safety relay Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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Table 13.8: Housing Sensor material Plastic, glass fiber reinforced (PPS) Actuator material Plastic, glass fiber reinforced (PPS) Dimensions (dimensional drawings) see chapter 15 "Dimensions" Degree of protection acc. to EN 60529 IP 67 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
20 ms Operating voltage U 24 V AC/DC, ± 10 %, SELV (AC 50-60 Hz) Input current with 24 V DC/AC, max. 10 mA to 110 mA / 30 mA to 150 mA Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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-25 … +70 °C Relative humidity (non-condensing) 5 … 95 % Vibration resistance EN 60947-5-3:2005 Degree of contamination, external, Acc. to EN 60947-1 EMC compliance EN 60947-5-3:2005 EN 61000-6-3:2007 EN 61000-6-2:2005 EN 55011:2003 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
Potential-free normally open contact (RES button or (reset) key switch) Connectable sensors Series MC388-S2x, MC336-S2x, MC330-S2x (S11, S12) (S21, S22) Contact type of the sensors Number of sensors, max. 30, serial Cable length, sensors 30 m Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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, fine-wired with wire-end sleeves 2 x 0.2 to 1.5 mm , fine-wired 2 x 0.2 to 1.0 mm , single-wired Connection cables, temperature resistance, 60 °C min. Screw terminals, tightening torque 0.56 … 0.79 Nm Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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15 Installation position Arbitrary, on 35 mm DIN top-hat supporting rail NOTE These tables do not apply in combination with additional M12 connector or connection cable, except where these components are explicitly mentioned. Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
SIL 3 / PL e, operation only SIL 3 / PL e, operation only MSI-EM-IO84-03 50132991 in combination with MS 400 in combination with MS 400 MSI-EM-I8-01 50132992 base module base module MSI-EM-I8-03 50132993 Leuze electronic GmbH + Co. KG MC3x...
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