Installation

Grounding of the Advantys FTB Splitter Box

Description

The ground connection is connected internally to pin 1 of the M12 connector of the

 

field bus connector.

WARNING

RISK OF UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Check that the splitter box is correctly connected to the earth in compliance with the instructions provided in his section. If the splitter box is not grounded, or if the ground connection is made with an unsuitable cable, the product will be sensitive to electromagnetic disturbances. See EMC Compatibility, p. 23.

Failure to follow this instruction can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.

Position of the The following figure shows the position of the ground electrode on the plastic boxes.

Ground

Electrode on the

Plastic Unit

Note: Use a grounding strip or a conductor with a cross-section of 1 to 1.5 mm2 (AWG18, AWG16) and a length of 3 m (9.84 ft) long. The maximum recommended length for the grounding strip is 3 m (9.84 ft).

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Schneider Electric IP67 Grounding of the Advantys FTB Splitter Box, Field bus connector, Ground Electrode on Plastic Unit