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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING MANUAL iRFID101...
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Installation and Operating Manual Document Number X120440(3) (Refer to Extronics DDM for release status) Based on type approval document 403431-1.0 The Photograph on the front page shows the iRFID101 Aluminium Enclosure version; a Stainless-Steel version is also available. warranty...
Installation and Operating Manual 1 Introduction The iRFID101 is an ATEX and IECEx approved Zone 1 RFID Reader Enclosure with intrinsically safe RF outputs; it is designed to allow the deployment of RFID readers in hazardous areas. The concept allows installation of equipment from leading RFID Reader vendors such as SICK, CAEN and Impinj, meaning that the user may select the vendor of their choice when extending RFID reading into hazardous areas.
2.2 Special Conditions for Safe Use 2.2.1 ATEX/IECEx 1. Contact Extronics for information on the dimensions of the flameproof joints. 2. The RF output is only to be connected to an antenna suitable for the hazardous location; refer to associated RF galvanic isolator iSOLATE501 equipment certificate (IECEx TRC 15.0015X / TRAC15ATEX0050x) and associated instructions.
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Warning! Do not exceed the RF Threshold Power for the equipment group in which the iRFID101 and its antennas are to be installed; it must be controlled in accordance with IEC 60079- 0, and must not exceed the following levels: IIC –...
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Optical radiation hazards may be present within the iRFID101 enclosure – observe the warning labels fitted. Warning! The iRFID101 may weigh up to 70Kg. Exercise care when handling and mounting. Warning! DO NOT lift the iRFID101 using the threaded entries, N-type RF connectors or door bolts.
DO NOT lift the iRFID101 using the threaded entries, N-type RF connectors or door bolts. Lift only using suitably approved slings, fitted by suitably qualified personnel. Mount the iRFID101 enclosure to a suitable structure, using the mounting points shown. Figure 1: Aluminium Enclosure Mounting Dimensions...
3.2.1 Opening the Enclosure (Aluminium and Stainless-Steel enclosures) The flame paths of the iRFID101 enclosure are supplied with grease applied to protect them. This can make the enclosure lid difficult to open as the grease can cause it to stick.
Entries D and E are M20 x 1.5 – 6H threaded Ex d entries. Entry D is for the power supply, entry E for the data connection. • The position and configuration of cable entries and connections can vary depending on the iRFID101 ordered. Check with Extronics for more information if required.
Figure 1: iWAP107022 Cable Entries and Connections 3.4 Earthing Warning! The iRFID101 MUST be earthed. It must be connected to the plant earth system using at least one of the external bonding points, using a minimum 4mm conductor. The earth cable must be installed in accordance with the requirements of IEC 60079-14.
Installation and Operating Manual 3.4.1 Location of iRFID101 stainless steel enclosure external earth bond points There is an M5 threaded earth bond point on each of the 4 enclosure feet. Figure 4: Stainless Steel Enclosure External Earth Bond Points 3.4.2 Location of iRFID101 aluminium enclosure external earth bond...
Installation and Operating Manual 3.5 Electrical Installation Important Do not exceed the power supply parameters specified on the iRFID101 external rating plate. Important Only replace the fuse with the same value and type indicated Figure 6: iRFID101 Internal Connections Showing All Options...
Table 2: iRFID101 Internal Connection/Features 3.6 Power supply Important The iRFID101 may be powered from a number of different power sources, depending on its configuration. Refer to the rating plate of the unit supplied for details.
The iRFID101 is fitted with a single fuse on the Live circuit, of either a 1A or 2A, depending its configuration. The fuse requirement for the specific model supplied is written on the top plate next to the fuse holder.
If Copper Ethernet is specified, this will be terminated in a standard CAT5E RJ45 Socket on the front plate of the iRFID101, Position D in Figure . Typically the interface will be an IEEE 10/100/1000BaseT format, but this is dependent on the access point installed.
Installation and Operating Manual The iRFID101 optical fibre format may be any of the following, refer to product option code #4 for details. Other optical formats are available on request. Option Fibre Connection Transmitter Receiver Wavelength Typical Format Power...
Extronics for details. 3.12 Antenna Installation Antennas approved by Extronics for use with the iRFID101 may either be fitted directly to the RF connectors of the iRFID101, or via a length of coaxial cable. If antennas are sited remotely from the iRFID101 flameproof enclosure, any metallic parts of the antennas must be isolated from earth by >...
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Installation and Operating Manual Figure 10: iRFID101 IS RF Installation Diagram...
The user bears the sole risk in such cases. 4.1 Transportation and Storage All iRFID101 devices must be so transported and stored that they are not subjected to any excessive mechanical stresses. 4.2 Authorized Persons Only persons trained for the purpose are authorized to handle the iRFID101;...
The iRFID101 is not designed to be subjected to excessive stresses e.g. vibration, heat, impact. Additional protection is required to protect against these external stresses. The iRFID101 will require additional protection if it is installed in a location where it may be subjected to damage.
Installation and Operating Manual 6 Label Drawing Where AAA=Supply voltage, BBB=Supply current, CCC=Supply Frequency, DDD=Product option codes, EEE=Notified body number production, MAC1/MAC2 are the Ethernet MAC addresses of up to 2 devices installed in the unit.
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