Installation Instructions Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Catalog Numbers 6181X-NPXPDC, 6181X-12TPXPDC Topic Page Important User Information Environment and Enclosure Information European Union Directive Compliance Hazardous Locations Hot Surfaces Restricted Access Location Environment and Enclosure Information Product Options Operating System Multilingual User Interface CD Pack...
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Important User Information Solid-state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical equipment. Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls (Publication SGI-1.1 available from your local Rockwell Automation sales office or online at http://www.rockwellautomation.com/literature/) describes some important differences between solid-state equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices.
ATEX II 3 GD, Ex nA nC IIC T4 Gc, Ex tc IIIC T135 Dc The entire 6181X-NPXPDC computer and the backside of the 6181X-12TPXPDC display are required to be mounted in a restricted access location. Rockwell Automation Publication 6181X-IN001C-EN-P - April 2011...
Hot Surfaces When used above 50 °C (122 °F) the backside of the 6181X-12TPXPDC computer and the entire 6181X-NPXPDC computer must be installed in a restricted access location. Restricted Access Location Restricted access locations for the equipment should meet these conditions: •...
Also, see the appropriate sections in this publication, as well as the Allen-Bradley publication 1770-4.1, Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines, for additional installation requirements pertaining to this equipment.
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Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Environnements dangereux Cet équipement peut être utilisé dans les environnements suivants : • Classe I, Division 2, Groupes A, B, C et D . • non dangereux. La mise en garde suivante s’applique à une utilisation en environnement dangereux. ATTENTION: Danger d'explosion •...
This table summarizes the product options available for the industrial integrated display computers. Cat. No. Series Display Size Touchscreen Package 6181X-NPXPDC Non-display Performance 6181X-12TPXPDC 12.1 in. Performance This table summarizes the product accessories options available for the industrial integrated display computers.
MUI CD Pack. Parts List Your computer is shipped with these items: • Mounting hardware Cat. No. Qty. Description 6181X-NPXPDC M4 panhead screws with isolator grommets 6181X-12TPXPDC Panel mounting clips • Panel cutout template, display computer only • Installation instructions •...
• The product cannot be tilted from vertical. Mount as shown below. 6181X-12TPXPDC Display Computer 6181X-NPXPDC Non-display Computer Rockwell Automation Publication 6181X-IN001C-EN-P - April 2011...
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Mounting Clearances When selecting an installation site for the computers, be sure to allow adequate clearance on the sides and rear of the computer for proper ventilation, cable connection, and hardware access. Sufficient airflow throughout the system unit is required to maintain proper cooling. Clearance should be enough to allow convenient installation or removal of peripheral components, such as the CompactFlash card.
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Product Dimensions Product dimensions for the computers are given in mm (in.). Non-display Computer, Catalog Number 6181X-NPXPDC 353.00 (13.90) 83.40 (3.28) 335.28 (13.20) 57.50 (2.26) Integrated Display Computer, Catalog Number 6181X-12TPXPDC 320.00 (12.60) 101.30 (3.99) 115.00 (4.53) 115.00 (4.53)
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Install the Computer The computers support these mounting options. Cat. No. Computer Model Mounting Option 6181X-NPXPDC Non-display Wall mount 6181X-12TPXPDC Display Panel mount Display computers must be securely mounted by using all mounting clips. Mount the Non-display Computer on a Wall Four mounting screws secure the non-display computer to a metal wall, such as a steel mounting panel in an enclosure or equipment room.
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Mount the Display Computer in a Panel Mounting clips secure the 6181X-12TPXPDC display computer to the panel. Make sure to mount the computer vertically. Panel Mounting Guidelines Observe these guidelines when installing the unit in a panel: •...
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Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations 4. Slide the mounting clips into the holes on the top, bottom, and sides of the computer. 5. Gradually tighten the clips, one at a time, around the bezel by using the specified sequence starting with the center clips and continuing to the corner clips. 6.
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Hardware Features The illustrations show the hardware features of the display industrial computers for hazardous locations. Front and Side Views, Catalog Number 6181X-12TPXPDC Item Component LCD panel, display model only Storage drive bay Rear cover Rockwell Automation Publication 6181X-IN001C-EN-P - April 2011...
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Bottom View, Catalog Number 6181X-12TPXPDC Item Component Serial COM ports, 2 Ethernet ports (RJ 45), 2 DVI-I port PCI riser slot cover Power switch DC input terminal block Functional ground screw Hinged door covering the USB ports, 4 External CompactFlash Type II card slot This bottom side external CF slot and USB ports are functionally hot-pluggable in an environment known to be non-hazardous.
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Control Drawing - Class I Division 2 and Zone 2 Required Circuit Parameters for USB Peripheral Devices The following control drawing is provided in accordance with the National Electrical Code, Article 500 (Class I, Zone 2, Group IIB and Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D). Associated Nonincendive Nonincendive Field Field Wiring Apparatus...
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Application Information The circuit parameters of associated field-wired apparatus for use in hazardous locations shall be coordinated with the host product such that their combination remains nonincendive. The 6181X computers and the USB peripheral devices shall be treated in this manner. The circuit parameters of the 6181X computers’...
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Tighten the terminal to a torque of 0.687 N•m (6.1 lb•in). 4. Secure the ground wire by using a ring style connector to the functional earth terminal screw. Tighten to a torque of 1.47 N•m (13 lb•in). 6181X-NPXPDC 6181X-12TPXPDC Non-display Computer Display Computer...
CAT5 or CAT5E twisted-pair Ethernet cabling with RJ-45 connectors. 6181X-12TPXPDC Display Computer 6181X-NPXPDC Non-display Computer ATTENTION: When connecting a LAN cable, make sure the cable is fully inserted in the LAN port and that the latch is engaged. Failure to do so could result in an electrical arc that can cause an explosion in a hazardous location.
To prevent voiding your product warranty, use only Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley approved replacement parts and accessories. You can view a current list of accessories at the Rockwell Automation website http://www.ab.com/industrialcomputers.com.
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Rear Cover Follow these steps to remove the rear cover. 1. Disconnect power from the computer. 2. Loosen the three screws that secure the rear cover (1). 3. Open the cover and detach it from the chassis (2). 6181X-12TPXPDC Display Computer Follow these steps to reinstall the rear cover.
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations CompactFlash Card Use only catalog numbers 6189V-CFSSD8GB and 6189V-CFSSD16GB IMPORTANT CompactFlash (CF) cards in the 6181X industrial computers for hazardous locations. Other replacement cards are not acceptable for use in hazardous locations. The computers have two CompactFlash (CF) Type II card slots: •...
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Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Load a CF Card in the Internal CF Card Slot Follow these steps to load a CF card in the internal CF card slot. 1. Disconnect power from the computer. 2. Loosen the screw that secures the CF card slot cover (1), then the screw that secures the CF card slot lever (2).
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations PCI Add-in Card When used in hazardous locations the computer supports peripheral cards rated IMPORTANT 4 W maximum, and Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4. In Europe, use in ATEX Group IIC Category 3 gas and dust environments is supported. At maximum product temperature a PCI card dissipating 4 W may experience a surrounding air temperature up to 90 °C (194 °F).
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Memory Module The computers have two dual-channel DDR II DIMM slots that support up to 4 GB maximum system memory. Note that Microsoft Windows operating system limits the maximum usable capacity to approximately 3 GB. Use only catalog number 6189X-4GDDR2 in the 6181X industrial computers for IMPORTANT hazardous locations.
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Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations 5. Completely open the retaining latches securing the memory module (1). This forces the module up in the slot and makes it easier to remove. 6. Gently remove the memory module from its slot (2). 6181X-12TPXPDC Display Computer 7.
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations 11. Fasten a replacement cable tie around the DIMM slot latches (1). Reinstalling the cable tie is required to meet hazardous locations, IMPORTANT mechanical shock, and vibration requirements. 12. Pull the end of the cable tie to lock it in place (2). 13.
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations At the end of its life, the battery contained in this product should be collected separately from any unsorted municipal waste. The collection and recycling of batteries helps protect the environment and contributes to the conservation of natural resources as valuable materials are recovered. Remove the Battery Follow these steps to remove the RTC battery for proper disposal.
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Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Technical Specifications - 6181X-NPXPDC, 6181X-12TPXPDC Attribute 6181X-NPXPDC, 6181X-12TPXPDC Processor Intel Core Duo U2500, 1.2 GHz/2M L2 cache/533 MHz 9 W System chipset Intel 945GME, ICH7-M Ethernet LAN 2 GB LAN ports (RJ45) System memory 2 GB shipped, 4 GB max...
Industrial Computers for Hazardous Locations Technical Specifications - 6181X-NPXPDC, 6181X-12TPXPDC Attribute 6181X-NPXPDC, 6181X-12TPXPDC Relative humidity 10…90% noncondensing Altitude, operating 2,000 m (6,561 ft) Altitude, nonoperating 12,000 m (40,000 ft) Shock, operating 15 g (1/2 sine, 11 ms) Shock, nonoperating 30 g (1/2 sine, 11 ms) Vibration, operating 0.012 in.
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