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all the contacts are fully inserted. (A DMC DRK20 extractions tool or
equivalent is necessary to remove a misplaced or misaligned contact.)
8. Thread the back shell onto the connector plug. To keep the connector from
rotating during the threading process, connect the plug and coupling ring to
a sensor connector receptacle.)
9. Press all of the connector parts together. Thread the strain relief on to the
back shell.
10. Tighten the strain relief screws on the back
Figure B.3 – Connector sub-assembly parts
Appendix C – SmartSensor Matrix Cable Lengths
It is recommended that the sensor be powered off of 24 volts to achieve reliable
operation up to 500 feet away. Figure C.1 lists maximum cable lengths for 12 and
24 volts.
Power Wire Gauge
24 Volts
12 Volts
20 AWG 500 ft
100 ft
Figure C.1 – Maximum Cable Length for Power (ft)
For communications, both of the sensor’s RS-485 communication ports operate at
57.6 Kbps to achieved reliable communications up to 500 feet away (see Figure
C.2).
Baud Rate
RS-485
57.6 Kbps 500 ft
Figure C.2 – Maximum Cable Length for Wired Communications (ft)
Note
If you have a need for a cabled connection over 500 feet, contact Wavetronix
technical services for assistance.