IFC 100 Quick Start Signal converter for electromagnetic flowmeters Electronic Revision: ER 2.1.xx (SW.REV. 3.0x) The documentation is only complete when used in combination with the relevant documentation for the sensor.
CONTENTS IFC 100 1 Safety instructions 3 2 Installation 4 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Intended use ..................................................................................................................... 4 Scope of delivery............................................................................................................... 4 Storage ............................................................................................................................. 5 Transport .........
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 IFC 100 Warnings and symbols used DANGER! This information refers to the immediate danger when working with electricity. DANGER! These warnings must be observed without fail. Even partial disregard of this warning can lead to serious health problems and even death. There is also the risk of seriously damaging the device or parts of the operator's plant. WARNING! Disregarding this safety warning, even if only in part, poses the risk of serious health problems.
2 INSTALLATION IFC 100 2.1 Intended use The electromagnetic flowmeters are designed exclusively to measure the flow and conductivity of electrically conductive, liquid media. DANGER! For devices used in hazardous areas, additional safety notes apply; please refer to the Ex documentation. WARNING! If the device is not used according to the operating conditions (refer to chapter "Technical data), the intended protection could be affected. 2.
INSTALLATION 2 IFC 100 2.3 Storage • • • • Store the device in a dry, dust-free location. Avoid continuous direct sunlight. Store the device in its original packing. Storage temperature: -40...+70°C / -40...+158°F 2.4 Transport Signal converter • No special requirements. Compact version • Do not lift the device by the signal converter housing. • Do not use lifting chains. • To transport flange devices, use lifting straps. Wrap these around both process connections. 2.
2 INSTALLATION IFC 100 2.6 Mounting of the compact version INFORMATION! The signal converter is mounted directly on the measuring sensor. For installation of the flowmeter, please observe the instructions in the supplied product documentation for the measuring sensor. 2.7 Mounting the wall-mounted housing, remote version INFORMATION! Assembly materials and tools are not part of the delivery. Use the assembly materials and tools in compliance with the applicable occupational health and safety directives.
INSTALLATION 2 IFC 100 Mounting multiple devices next to each other [mm] [inches] a Ø6.5 Ø0.26 b 87.2 3.4 c 241 9.5 d 310 12.2 e 257 10.1 07/2010 - 4000124104 - QS IFC 100 R04 en www.krohne.
2 INSTALLATION IFC 100 2.7.2 Mounting plate, wall-mounted version Dimensions in mm and inches [mm] 8 [inches] a Ø6.5 Ø0.26 b 87.2 3.4 c 241 9.5 www.krohne.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 3 IFC 100 3.1 Safety instructions DANGER! All work on the electrical connections may only be carried out with the power disconnected. Take note of the voltage data on the nameplate! DANGER! Observe the national regulations for electrical installations! DANGER! For devices used in hazardous areas, additional safety notes apply; please refer to the Ex documentation. WARNING! Observe without fail the local occupational health and safety regulations.
3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IFC 100 3.3 Electrical cables for remote device versions, notes 3.3.1 Notes on signal cable A INFORMATION! Signal cable A (type DS 300) with double shielding ensures proper transmission of measured values. Observe the following notes: • • • • Lay the signal cable with fastening elements. It is permissible to lay the signal cable in water or in the ground. The insulating material is flame-retardant to EN 50625-2-1, IEC 60322-1.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 3 IFC 100 3.3.3 Requirements for signal cables provided by the customer INFORMATION! If the signal cable was not ordered, it is to be provided by the customer. The following requirements regarding the electrical values of the signal cable must be observed: Electrical safety • To EN 60811 (Low Voltage Directive) or equivalent national regulations.
3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IFC 100 3.4 Preparing the signal and field current cables INFORMATION! Assembly materials and tools are not part of the delivery. Use the assembly materials and tools in compliance with the applicable occupational health and safety directives. 3.4.1 Signal cable A (type DS 300), construction • Signal cable A is a double-shielded cable for signal transmission between the measuring sensor and signal converter.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 3 IFC 100 3.4.2 Length of signal cable A INFORMATION! For temperatures of the medium above 150°C / 300°F, a special signal cable and a ZD intermediate socket are necessary. These are available including the changed electrical connection diagrams. Measuring sensor DN [mm] [inches] Min. electrical conductivity [µS/cm] OPTIFLUX 1000 F 10...150 3/8...6 5 A1 OPTIFLUX 2000 F 25...150 1...6 20 A1 200...1200 8...48 20 A2 2.5...150 1/10...6 1 A1 200...1200 8...
3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IFC 100 3.4.3 Preparing signal cable A, connection to signal converter INFORMATION! Assembly materials and tools are not part of the delivery. Use the assembly materials and tools in compliance with the applicable occupational health and safety directives. • Connection of the two shields in the signal converter is carried out via the stranded drain wires. • Bending radius: ≥ 50 mm / 2" Required materials • • • • PVC insulation tubing, Ø2.5 mm / 0.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 3 IFC 100 3.4.4 Preparing field current cable C, connection to signal converter DANGER! A shielded two-wire copper cable is used as the field current cable. The shielding MUST be connected in the housing of the measuring sensor and signal converter. INFORMATION! Assembly materials and tools are not part of the delivery. Use the assembly materials and tools in compliance with the applicable occupational health and safety directives.
3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IFC 100 Figure 3-4: Field current cable C, preparation for the signal converter a = 80 mm / 3.15" 1 Strip the conductor to dimension a. 2 If a stranded drain wire is present, remove the shield that is present. Make sure not to damage the stranded drain wire. 3 Slide an insulating tube over the stranded drain wire. 4 Crimp a wire end ferrule onto the stranded drain wire. 5 Crimp wire end ferrules onto the conductors. 6 Pull a shrinkable tube over the prepared cable. 16 www.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 3 IFC 100 3.4.5 Prepare signal cable A, connect to measuring sensor INFORMATION! Assembly materials and tools are not part of the delivery. Use the assembly materials and tools in compliance with the applicable occupational health and safety directives. • The outer shield (60) is connected in the terminal compartment of the measuring sensor directly via the shield and a clip. • Bending radius: ≥ 50 mm / 2" Required materials • • • • PVC insulation tubing, Ø2.0...2.5 mm / 0.08...0.
3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IFC 100 3.4.6 Preparing field current cable C, connection to measuring sensor INFORMATION! Assembly materials and tools are not part of the delivery. Use the assembly materials and tools in compliance with the applicable occupational health and safety directives. • The field current cable is not part of the scope of supply. • The shield is connected in the terminal compartment of the measuring sensor directly via the shield and a clip.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 3 IFC 100 3.5 Connecting the signal and field current cables DANGER! Cables may only be connected when the power is switched off. DANGER! The device must be grounded in accordance with regulations in order to protect personnel against electric shocks. DANGER! For devices used in hazardous areas, additional safety notes apply; please refer to the Ex documentation. WARNING! Observe without fail the local occupational health and safety regulations.
3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IFC 100 3.5.1 Connecting the signal and field current cables to the signal converter, remote version INFORMATION! The compact version is supplied preassembled from the factory. Open housing Figure 3-7: Open housing 1 2 3 4 20 Loosen the 4 screws with a suitable tool. Lift the housing at the top and bottom at the same time. Slide the housing cover upward. The housing cover is guided and held by the inside hinge. www.krohne.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 3 IFC 100 Connecting the signal and field current cables Figure 3-8: Function of the electrical connection terminal Connect the electrical conductors as follows: 1 Push the lever downwards with a screwdriver in good condition (blade: 3.5 mm wide and 0.5 mm thick). 2 Insert the electrical conductor into the plug. 3 The conductor will be clamped as soon as the lever is released.
3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IFC 100 3.5.2 Connection diagram for signal and field current cable DANGER! The device must be grounded in accordance with regulations in order to protect personnel against electric shocks. • A shielded two-wire copper cable is used as the field current cable. The shielding MUST be connected in the housing of the measuring sensor and signal converter. • The outer shield (60) is connected in the terminal compartment of the measuring sensor directly via the shield and a clip.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 3 IFC 100 3.6 Grounding the measuring sensor 3.6.1 Classical method DANGER! There should be no difference in potential between the measuring sensor and the housing or protective earth of the signal converter! • • • • The measuring sensor must be properly grounded. The grounding cable should not transmit any interference voltages. Do not use the grounding cable to connect more than one device to ground at the same time.
3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IFC 100 3.7 Connecting the power DANGER! The device must be grounded in accordance with regulations in order to protect personnel against electric shocks. • The housings of the devices, which are designed to protect the electronic equipment from dust and moisture, should be kept well closed at all times. Creepage distances and clearances are dimensioned to VDE 0110 and IEC 664 for pollution severity 2.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 3 IFC 100 • Open the cover of the electrical terminal compartment by pressing down and pulling forwards at the same time. Figure 3-12: Power supply connection 1 100...230 VAC (-15% / +10%), 8 VA 2 24 VDC (-55% / +30%), 4 W 3 24 VAC/DC (AC: -15% / +10%; DC: -25% / +30%), 7 VA and 4 W • Close the cover after the power has been connected. 100...230 VAC (tolerance range: -15% / +10%) • Note the power supply voltage and frequency (50...60 Hz) on the nameplate.
3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IFC 100 3.8 Overview of outputs 3.8.1 Description of the CG number Figure 3-13: Marking (CG number) of the electronics module and output variants 1 2 3 4 5 ID number: 0 ID number: 0 = standard; 9 = special Power supply Display (language versions) Output version 3.8.2 Fixed, non-alterable output versions This signal converter is available with various output combinations. • The grey boxes in the tables denote unassigned or unused connection terminals.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 3 IFC 100 3.9 Electrical connection of the outputs INFORMATION! Assembly materials and tools are not part of the delivery. Use the assembly materials and tools in compliance with the applicable occupational health and safety directives. 3.9.1 Electrical connection of the outputs DANGER! All work on the electrical connections may only be carried out with the power disconnected.
3 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS IFC 100 3.9.2 Laying electrical cables correctly Figure 3-15: Protect housing from dust and water 1 For compact versions with nearly horizontally-oriented cable entries, lay the necessary electric cables with a drip loop as shown in the illustration. 2 Tighten the screw connection of the cable entry securely. 3 Seal cable entries that are not needed with a plug. 28 www.krohne.
START-UP 4 IFC 100 4.1 Switching on the power Before connecting to power, please check that the system has been correctly installed. This includes: • The device must be mechanically safe and mounted in compliance with the regulations. • The power connections must have been made in compliance with the regulations. • The electrical terminal compartments must be secured and the covers have been screwed on. • Check that the electrical operating data of the power supply are correct. • Switching on the power.
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