Mechanical Installation; Location; Temperature; Ventilation - Endress+Hauser ControlCare SPC150 Operating Instructions Manual

4 Mechanical Installation

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4 Mechanical Installation
4.1

Location

ControlCare Panel PCs are designed for use in industrial environments and can be mounted in
racks, cabinets, cabinet doors, consoles or control panels. They are approved for use in closed rooms.
When installing, please observe the specifications in Chapter 8, Technical Data.
4.1.1

Temperature

The Panel PC may not be subjected to direct sunlight or other source of light.
Before installing or commissioning:
• Allow the device enough time to adapt to room temperature.
• If there is any danger of condensation, make sure that the device is absolutely dry before
switching it on.
4.1.2

Ventilation

The temperature of the surrounding air during operation may not exceed +45°C (110°F). It is
important that the device does not overheat during operation.
• Ventilation slits at the top and bottom of the housing allow air to circulate and cool the device
during operation. Ensure that these slits are always free.
• Ensure that there is sufficient volume for the exchange of air within cabinets or consoles. The
clearance around the sides of the Panel PC must be min. 50 mm (2"), at the back min. 20 mm
(0.8").
• In the case of closed industrial housings, care should be taken that the air inside can circulate.
Note!
• In order to ensure proper ventilation in closed industrial housings, a ventilator kit, which is
mounted on the back of the housing, can be offered as an option.
• If the Panel PC is not mounted vertically, care must be taken that air can circulate properly via
the ventilation slits.
ControlCare Panel PC SPC150
Cooling fins to dissipate the heat
generated by the CPU to the
surrounding air
Ventilator kit (Option)
The rear wall is prepared for
the mounting of a ventilator
Fig. 4-1: Ventilation
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