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Product documentation and support Sealing plug / thread adapter 7MF03.0 (SITRANS P320 with 4 ... 20 mA/HART) 7MF03.1 (SITRANS P320 with PROFIBUS PA) 7MF03.2 (SITRANS P320 with FOUNDATION Fieldbus) 7MF04.0 (SITRANS P420 with 4 ... 20 mA/HART) 7MF04.1 (SITRANS P420 with PROFIBUS PA) 7MF04.2 (SITRANS P420 with FOUNDATION Fieldbus)
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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
Securing the device with mounting bracket ................ 29 Installation (level) ......................31 4.4.1 Mounting on the container ....................32 Removing .......................... 35 Connecting ............................37 Basic safety instructions ..................... 37 Connecting the device ....................... 40 5.2.1 Opening the device......................40 SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Operating conditions ......................72 Vibration resistance ......................77 Construction........................78 Torques ..........................82 Display, keys and auxiliary power ..................83 Certificates and approvals....................83 Product documentation and support ....................91 Product documentation ..................... 91 SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Sealing plug / thread adapter ......................93 Intended use of accessory part ................... 93 Safety instructions for accessory part ................. 93 Technical specifications of accessory part ................94 Dimensional drawings for accessory part................95 Index ..............................97 SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
4. If you want to change the factory settings, configure the device using the local or the remote operation. – Read the operating instructions for information on this. 5. Lock the device. – Read the operating instructions for information on this. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
The instructions are aimed at persons who install and commission the device. To realize optimum performance from the device, read the complete operating instructions. Scope of validity of this document Variant SITRANS P320 SITRANS P420 Gauge pressure 7MF030. 7MF040.
FC475 V3.9 or higher Nameplate layout Nameplate with general information The nameplate with the article number and other important information, such as design details and technical data, is located on the cover over the buttons. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Note operating instructions, certificates and ap‐ Serial number provals ⑥ ⑫ Protection class Order supplement (order code) Nameplate with approval information The nameplate with approval information is located on the front of the enclosure. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Wetted materials: Diaphragm duplex, 1.4462 ④ ⑩ Serial number QR code for mobile website with device-specific informa‐ tion ⑤ ⑪ Operating temperature Assembly and manufacturing location ⑥ Vacuum service: no, oxygen ≤ 60 °C; ≤ 50 bar SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Use of product versions that are no longer supported, and failure to apply latest updates may increase customer’s exposure to cyber threats. To stay informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS Feed under https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity.
The content reflects the technical status at the time of publishing. Siemens reserves the right to make technical changes in the course of further development.
These include, for example: • National Electrical Code (NEC - NFPA 70) (USA) • Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) (Canada) Further provisions for hazardous area applications are for example: • IEC 60079-14 (international) • EN 60079-14 (EU) SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Risk to personnel, system and environment can result from modifications to the device, particularly in hazardous areas. • Only carry out modifications that are described in the instructions for the device. Failure to observe this requirement cancels the manufacturer's warranty and the product approvals. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Note Operation under special ambient conditions We highly recommend that you contact your Siemens representative or our application department before you operate the device under special ambient conditions as can be encountered in nuclear power plants or when the device is used for research and development purposes.
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"Not Ex d Not SIL". • Do not swap device parts unless the manufacturer specifically ensures compatibility of these parts. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Zone 0, pressure transmitter explosion protection depends on the tightness of the diaphragm. • Ensure that the material used for the diaphragm is suitable for the process medium. Refer to the information in the section "Technical data (Page 63)". SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Safety notes 3.3 Use in hazardous areas SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Ensure that maximum permissible operating pressure of the device is not exceeded. Refer to the information on the nameplate and/or in Technical data (Page 63). SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Using safety extra-low voltage for devices of the protection type "db", "ec", "tb" or "tc" Risk of explosion in hazardous areas. • Disconnect the non-intrinsically safe circuit safely from ground, e.g. using an SELV circuit. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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• Prevent severe external stresses and loads from acting on the device. Note Material compatibility Siemens can provide you with support concerning selection of sensor components wetted by process media. However, you are responsible for the selection of components. Siemens accepts no liability for faults or failures resulting from incompatible materials.
• Install the device so that no or almost no vibrations occur in the direction of the diaphragms. • To avoid measuring values that fluctuate strongly, use the damping function. For information on vibration resistance, refer to the marine approval certificate. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
• For remote seal mounting, observe the notes in the section "Mounting with remote seal" of the operating instructions. Mounting location Verify that the mounting location meets the following conditions: • Accessible • Close to the measuring point SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Use an appropriate tool (e.g. open-ended wrench with width across flats 36). Otherwise, the measuring cell may be damaged. 3. Turn only on the key area above the process connection. Caution: If you turn the pressure transmitter on the housing, the measuring cell may be damaged. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Mounting with differential pressure lines Differential pressure lines can break if they are not mounted correctly. • Install the device so that the pressure transmitter and the differential pressure lines are not subject to different vibrations. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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When securing the mounting bracket, observe the torques in the section Torques (Page 82). Example 1: Pipe mounting of pressure transmitter (gauge pressure series) Example 2: Pipe mounting of pressure transmitter (differential pressure series) The following positions are possible: SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Ensure that the seal is centrally positioned and that it does not restrict the movement of the flange's seal diaphragm in any way. Otherwise, the seal of the process connection is not guaranteed to be tight. 2. Screw on the pressure transmitter's flange. 3. Observe the installation position. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
A line is not required when taking measurements in an open container because the low pressure side is connected to the atmosphere. Ensure that no dirt enters the open connection ports. To this end, use a threaded plug with vent valve 7MF4997-1CP, for example. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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The process connection on the low pressure side is a female thread -18 NPT or an oval flange. Lay the line for the low pressure using a seamless steel tube 12 mm x 1.5 mm. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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(mostly with the condensate of the measured medium) and install a condensate pot. Lock the device using the 2-way valve manifold 7MF9017-..A. To compensate the liquid column on the low pressure side, reset the zero point. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
• If the device contains hazardous media, it must be emptied prior to disassembly. Make sure that no environmentally hazardous media are released. • Secure the remaining connections so that no damage can result if the process is started unintentionally. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Observe national regulations and the requirements stated in the relevant approvals. WARNING Unprotected cable ends Risk of explosion through unprotected cable ends in hazardous areas. • Protect unused cable ends in accordance with IEC/EN 60079-14. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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2. Connect the device according to the selected type of protection. 3. When operating with non-intrinsically safe power supplies, make the intrinsically safe types of protection permanently unrecognizable as in the nameplate example. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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You can use this device in industrial environments, households and small businesses. For metal housings there is an increased electromagnetic compatibility compared to high- frequency radiation. This protection can be increased by grounding the housing, see Technical data (Page 63). SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Cover of the electrical cable compartment. Figure 5-2 Rear view of pressure transmitter ① 1. Use a 3 mm Allen key to loosen the safety catch ② 2. Unscrew the cover of the electrical cable compartment SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
2. Secure each cover with the cover catch by removing the screw. For the aluminum enclosure, observe the torque (Page 82). ① 3. Close the cover over the buttons 4. Tighten the screw for the cover over the buttons. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
2. Switch on the supply voltage. – Product name and firmware version appear briefly on the display. – The measured values are shown on the local display or via remote operation (e.g. SIMATIC PDM). SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Connecting 5.3 Switching on the supply voltage SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
– Prevent renewed commissioning. WARNING Loss of explosion protection Risk of explosion in hazardous areas if the device is open or not properly closed. • Close the device as described in Technical data (Page 63). SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
– Read the operating instructions for information on this. Application examples 6.3.1 Gauge pressure, absolute pressure from differential pressure series, and absolute pressure from gauge pressure series 6.3.1.1 Commissioning in gaseous environments Requirement All valves are closed. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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3. Ensure that the lower range value corresponds to the desired value. Otherwise, correct the value. ④ 4. Close the shut-off valve for the test connection ⑥ 5. Open the shut-off valve at the pressure tapping point. ③ 6. Open the shut-off valve for the process SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
3. Ensure that the lower range value corresponds to the desired value. Otherwise, correct the value. ④ 4. Close the shut-off valve for the test connection ⑥ 5. Open the shut-off valve at the pressure tapping point. ③ 6. Open the shut-off valve for the process SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
2. Open the stabilizing valve ③ ④ 3. Open the differential pressure valve ( 4. Check and, if necessary, correct the zero point when the lower range value is 0 bar (4 mA). SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Commissioning 6.3 Application examples ② 5. Close the stabilizing valve ③ ④ 6. Open the other differential pressure valve ( SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
If toxic process media are measured with this device, toxic liquids can escape when the device is vented. • Before venting, make sure there is no liquid in the device or take the necessary safety precautions. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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6. Close the vent valve (sealing plug with vent valve). 7. Partially open the vent valve (sealing plug with vent valve) on the negative side of the pressure transmitter until liquid escapes without bubbles. ③ 8. Close the differential pressure valve SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
You can briefly open the drain valves to clean the line. Hot vapor can escape in the process. ⑦ • Only open the drain valves briefly, and close them again before vapor escapes. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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① 9. Close the vent valve with blanking plug on the negative side 10.Close the differential pressure valve. ③ 11.Open the differential pressure valve by half a revolution. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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13.Close the stabilizing valve ③ ④ 14.Fully open the differential pressure valves Cleaning process cable ⑦ 1. To clean the line, briefly open the drain valves ⑦ 2. Close the drain valve before vapor escapes. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
• Make sure that only authorized personnel may cancel the button locking of devices for safety-related applications. NOTICE Penetration of moisture into the device Damage to device. • Make sure when carrying out cleaning and maintenance work that no moisture penetrates the inside of the device. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
WARNING Impermissible repair of explosion protected devices Risk of explosion in hazardous areas • Repair must be carried out by Siemens authorized personnel only. CAUTION Hot surfaces Risk of burns during maintenance work on parts having surface temperatures exceeding 70 °C (158 °F).
• As long as the device is under pressure, do not loosen process connections and do not remove any parts that are pressurized. • Before opening or removing the device ensure that process media cannot be released. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Incorrect measured values will be displayed. Changing the seals in a process flange of a differential pressure measuring cell can alter the lower range value. • Changing seals in devices with differential pressure measuring cells may only be carried out by personnel authorized by Siemens. Note Using the wrong seals Using the wrong seals with flush-mounted process connections can cause measuring errors and/ or damage the diaphragm.
Service and maintenance 7.5 Disposal See also Decontamination declaration (http://www.siemens.com/sc/declarationofdecontamination) Return document (http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/returngoodsnote) Disposal Devices described in this manual should be recycled. They may not be dis‐ posed of in the municipal waste disposal services according to the Directive 2012/19/EC on waste electronic and electrical equipment (WEEE).
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Service and maintenance 7.5 Disposal SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Therefore, ensure that the configured turndown is no higher than 5:1. Gauge pressure measuring limits from differential pres‐ sure series Lower measuring limit • Measuring cell with silicone oil filling 30 mbar a/3 kPa a/0.44 psi a SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Therefore, ensure that the configured turndown is no higher than 5:1. Absolute pressure measuring limits from gauge pressure series Lower measuring limit 0 mbar a/kPa a/psi a • Measuring cell with silicone oil filling SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
435 psi)) Upper measuring limit 100% of max. range (for oxygen measurement: max. 100 bar/10 MPa/ 1450 psi and 60 °C ambient temperature/medium temperature) Lower range value Between the measuring limits (continuously adjustable) SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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-100% of maximum measuring range or 100 mbar a /10 kPa a / • Measuring cell < ϑ ≤ 100 °C (-14 °F < ϑ ≤ +212 °F) 14.5 psi a. with FDA-com‐ pliant oil SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
-100% of maximum measuring range or 100 mbar a /10 kPa a /1.45 psi a pliant oil Upper measuring limit 100% of max. range Lower range value Between the measuring limits (continuously adjustable) SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
6 kV Enclosure with mounted HAN device IP65 plug Electromagnetic compatibili‐ Interference emission and In accordance with EN 61326 and interference immunity NAMUR NE 21 Process medium conditions • Process temperature SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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-20 … +80 °C (-4 … +176 °F) -50 … +85 °C (-58 … +185 °F) • Storage temperature (for FDA-compliant oil: -20 ... + 85 °C (-4 ... +185 °F)) Climate class in accordance 4K26 with IEC 60721-3-4 SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Measuring cell with inert -40 … +85 °C (-40 … +185 °F) Measuring cell with FDA- -10 … +85 °C (14 … 185 °F) compliant oil Display -20 … +80 °C (-4 … +185 °F) SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Specified by the flange • Installation instruction Ambient conditions • Ambient temperature Note Observe the allocation of the max. permissible operating temperature to the max. permissible operating pressure of the relevant flange connection. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Plus side: See mounting flange cone oil filling • Minus side: -40 … +100 °C (-40 … +212 °F) Only approved for non-Ex devices and devices with intrinsic safety "Ex i" according to ATEX and IECEx. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Construction for gauge pressure and absolute pressure (from the gauge pressure series) Weight Approx. 1.8 kg (3.9 lb) with aluminum enclosure Approx. 3.8 kg (8.3 lb) with stainless steel enclosure Material • Wetted parts materials SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Electrical connection Screw terminals Cable inlet using the following screwed joints: • M20 x 1.5 • ½-14 NPT • Han 7D/Han 8D connector • M12 connector Han 8D is identical to Han 8U. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Pressure cap screws Stainless steel ISO 3506-1 A4-70 Measuring cell filling Silicone oil Silicon oil or a different design • Mounting flange fill fluid Process connection Flange as per EN and ASME • Plus side SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
700 V DC according to IEC 60079-11. For further information, see the associated certificate for explosion protection. Certificates and approvals Explosion protection in accordance with HART PROFIBUS PA/FOUNDATION Fieldbus ATEX Certificate BVS 18 ATEX E049X • Intrinsic safety "i" SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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To a circuit with the operating values: To a circuit with the operating values: = 10.5 … 45 V DC, 4 ... 20 mA = 9 … 24 V DC • Dust explosion protection for Zone 20 SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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-40 … +70 °C (-40 … +158 °F) temperature class T6 Connection "ec" To a circuit with the operating values: To a circuit with the operating values: = 10.5 to 45 V, 4 ... 20 mA = 9 … 24 V DC SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Technical data 8.7 Certificates and approvals Explosion protection in accord‐ HART PROFIBUS PA/FOUNDATION Fieldbus ance with FM (USA) FM19US0155X The permissible operating values are specified in the certificate (http://www.siemens.com/ processinstrumentation/certificates). SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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CL I, ZN 2, AEx ec IIC T6/T4 Gc CL II, DIV 2, Gr. E, F, G; CL III (NI); T4 CL II, DIV 2, Gr. E, F, G; CL III (NI); T4 SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Class I, DIV 1 Gr. A-D (Explosion proof (XP)) Class I, DIV 1 Gr. A-D (Intrinsically Safe (IS)) Class II, DIV 2, Gr. E-G; Class III Class I, DIV 2, Gr. A-D (NI) SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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The permissible operating values and markings can be found in the certificate (http://www.siemens.com/processinstrumentation/ GYJ19.1058X certificates). Explosion protection in accordance with INMETRO (Bra‐ sil) BRA-18-GE-0035X Explosion protection in accordance with EAC (Russia) TC RU C-DE.AA87.B.01202 Explosion protection in accordance with IECEx IECEx BVS 18.0038X SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Technical data 8.7 Certificates and approvals SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
– "Download as html5, only PC": Open or save the manual in the HTML5 view on your PC You can also find manuals with the Mobile app at Industry Online Support (https:// support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/de/sc/2067). Download the app to your mobile device and scan the device QR code. Product documentation by serial number Using the PIA Life Cycle Portal, you can access the serial number-specific product information including technical specifications, spare parts, calibration data, or factory certificates.
Additional information on our technical support can be found at Technical Support (http:// www.siemens.com/automation/csi/service). Service & support on the Internet In addition to our technical support, Siemens offers comprehensive online services at Service & Support (http://www.siemens.com/automation/serviceandsupport). Contact If you have further questions about the device, contact your local Siemens representative at Personal Contact (http://www.automation.siemens.com/partner).
Aggressive media in the environment can damage the sealing ring. Type of protection and device protection may no longer be guaranteed. • Make sure that the sealing material is suitable for the area of use. SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
Sealing plug / thread adapter B.4 Dimensional drawings for accessory part Dimensional drawings for accessory part Sealing plug Ex d, M25 x 1.5, dimensions in mm Sealing plug Ex d, M20 x 1.5, dimensions in mm SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...
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Sealing ring: Use for dust protection "Ex t" type of protection. Thread adapter Ex d, M25 x 1.5 on M20 x 1.5 and M25 x 1.5 on ½-14 NPT, dimensions in mm Sealing plug Ex d ½ -14 NPT SITRANS P320/P420 Compact Operating Instructions, 09/2021, A5E38874562-AD...