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Additional requirements placed on the protective conductor
• For permanent connection, the protective conductor must fulfill at least one of the following
conditions:
– The protective conductor is routed so that it is protected against damage along its
– As a conductor of a multi-conductor cable, the protective conductor has a cross-section ≥
– For an individual conductor, the protective conductor has a cross-section ≥ 10 mm² Cu.
– The protective conductor consists of 2 individual conductors with the same cross-section.
• When connecting a multi-conductor cable using an industrial plug connector according to
EN 60309, the protective conductor must have a cross-section of ≥ 2.5 mm² Cu.
• Observe the local regulations for protective conductors subject to a high leakage current at
the operating location.
SINAMICS G220 converter
Operating Instructions, 04/2024, FW V6.2, A5E51781573B AB
4.4 Requirements for the protective conductor, converter in degree of protection IP20
complete length.
Cables routed inside electrical cabinets or enclosed machine housings are considered to
be adequately protected against mechanical damage.
2.5 mm² Cu.
Application planning
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according to IEC 60204-1:
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