Introduction To Smartscan`s Sensor Cables Application Note

__________________________________________________________________ AN0004SM Rev: - 1.20 Page 1 of 8 © Copyright Solid Applied Technologies Ltd. Application Note: Introduction to SmartScan sensors cables AN0004SM APPLICATION NOTE INTRODUCTION TO SMARTSCAN'S SENSOR CABLES Revision Record: Date Description Written by Rev. 03/15/2003 Initial release Amit Gelber 1.00 02/14/2005 Second release Itzik Ben Itzhak 1.20 This document contains proprietary information that is the sole property of SolidApplied Technologies Ltd. The document is submitted to the recipient for hisuse only. By receiving this document; the recipient undertakes not to duplicateor to disclose, in part or the whole, any of the information contained herein; toany third party; without a-priory written permission from Solid AppliedTechnologies Ltd. __________________________________________________________________ AN0004SM Rev: - 1.20 Page 2 of 8 © Copyright Solid Applied Technologies Ltd. Table of Contents 1. SCOPE .............................................................. 3 2. OBJECTIVES .............................................................. 3 3. GENERAL .............................................................. 3 4. PRE-CUT CABLES (UNCLASSIFIED)........................................ 4 5. FLEXIBLE CABLES (UNCLASSIFIED) ..................................... 5 6. FIXED CABLES (CLASSIFIED) ...................................................... 6 7. IMPORTANT NOTES .............................................................. 7 __________________________________________________________________ AN0004SM Rev: - 1.20 Page 3 of 8 © Copyright Solid Applied Technologies Ltd. 1. SCOPE This document introduces the current optional flexible, pre-cut and fixed SmartScan sensors cables. 2. OBJECTIVES • Familiarize the user with the methodology of using flexible cable between the SmartScan unit and the sensor. • Familiarize the user with the methodology of using pre-cut cable between the SmartScan unit and the sensor. • Familiarize the user with the methodology of using fixed cable between the SmartScan unit and the sensor. 3. GENERAL The improved state-of-the-art SmartScan sensors can ordered with the following options: • Pre cut cable • Flexible cable • Fixed cable We believe that this improved method will enable you to manage your stock better, decrease your expenses and gain the most from our products. __________________________________________________________________ AN0004SM Rev: - 1.20 Page 4 of 8 © Copyright Solid Applied Technologies Ltd. 4. PRE-CUT CABLES (UNCLASSIFIED) Pre-cut sensor cables are suitable for general purpose applications and can be modified to fit longer length than the one that was ordered. The modifications in the cable length can be made according to following tables: Table #1: Pre-cut cables range for 25KHz sensors 25KHz sensor pre cut cable length (m/ft) Coated Aluminum – can be changed to a range of 5m/16.4ft 5m/16.4ft to 50m/164ft 15m/49.21ft 5m/16.4ft to 50m/164ft 25m/82ft 5m/16.4ft to 50m/164ft 35m/114ft 5m/16.4ft to 50m/164ft 50m/164ft 5m/16.4ft to 50m/164ft 75m/246ft 50m/164ft to 100m/328ft 100m/328ft 50m/164ft to 100m/328ft 125m/410ft 100m/328ft to 150m/492ft 150m/492ft 100m/328ft to 150m/492ft 175m/574ft 150m/492ft to 200m/656ft 200m/656ft 150m/492ft to 200m/656ft Table #2: Pre-cut cables range for 50KHz sensors 50KHz sensor pre cut cable length (m/ft) Can be changed to a range of (m/ft) 5m/16.4ft 5m/16.4ft to 100m/328ft 15m/49.21ft 5m/16.4ft to 100m/328ft 25m/82ft 5m/16.4ft to 100m/328ft 35m/114ft 5m/16.4ft to 100m/328ft 50m/164ft 5m/16.4ft to 100m/328ft 75m/246ft 5m/16.4ft to 100m/328ft 100m/328ft 5m/16.4ft to 100m/328ft 125m/410ft 100m/328ft to 200m/656ft 150m/492ft 100m/328ft to 200m/656ft 175m/574ft 100m/328ft to 200m/656ft 200m/656ft 100m/328ft to 200m/656ft L Note: Unclassified Sensors: Sensor cable should not be cut below the minimal length specified in each category. __________________________________________________________________ AN0004SM Rev: - 1.20 Page 5 of 8 © Copyright Solid Applied Technologies Ltd. 5. FLEXIBLE CABLES (UNCLASSIFIED) Flexible sensor cables are supplied with 5m/16.4ft loose-end cable. However, they can be modified to fit longer length than 5m/16.4ft. The modifications in the cable length can be made according to the following tables: Table #3: Flexible cables range for 25KHz sensors Can be changed to a range of 5m16.4ft to 50m/164ft 50m/164ft to 100m/328ft 100m/328ft to 150m/492ft 150m/492ft to 200m/656ft Table #4: Flexible cables range for 50KHz sensors Can be changed to a range of Up to 100m/328t 100m/328ft to 200m/656ft L Note: It is recommended to use a connector when cutting or adding sensor cable. __________________________________________________________________ AN0004SM Rev: - 1.20 Page 6 of 8 © Copyright Solid Applied Technologies Ltd. 6. FIXED CABLES (CLASSIFIED) Table #5: 25 KHz Sensor Fixed Cable Length (m/ft) 25m/82ft 50m/164ft 75m/246ft 100m/328ft L Note: Intrinsically Safe (IS): IS sensor cable can not be extended or cut, except when barriers are connected. See SmartScan user manual for more wiring information. Table #6: 50 KHz Sensor Fixed Cable Length (m/ft) 25m/82ft 35m/114.8ft 50m/164ft 75m/246ft 100m/328ft 125m/410ft 150m/492ft 175m/574ft 200m/656ft L Notes: Classified Sensors: Classified sensor cable can not be extended or cut. See SmartScan user manual for more wiring information. __________________________________________________________________ AN0004SM Rev: - 1.20 Page 7 of 8 © Copyright Solid Applied Technologies Ltd. 7. IMPORTANT NOTES Please pay attention to the following important notes: 1. When using four wires beware not to mix between them. Solid AT color definitions for the four wires are as follows: White & Yellow Wired to build-in temperature sensor. Green & Brown Wired to the transducer. Blue Used as ground. Usually connected to the cable shielding. In case your own cable has different colors, match each of the colors you have to Solid AT wire colors (according to definitions mentioned before) prior to wiring and then follow with the same order during the entire wiring procedure. 2. It is recommended that you use proper connector when connecting the flexible cable loose-end side to your cable in order to preserve minimum protection. Such connectors are quite common and an example for such connector can be seen below. Please note that although both SmartScan unit and SmartScan sensor are IP67/IP65 protected, the cable you lead between the two can be placed in areas that may be flooded with water. In such case, the connector must meet IP68 rating. The connector must suite the cable specifications (as described in chapter 7) so the pins will not be too thick or thin for the wires. You must decide in advance which connector pin will be assigned to which color and purpose (as described above in item 1) and use the same pin layout for both male and female sides. Double-check your pin layout with the colors and designation of each wire, as wrong wiring may damage the sensor and the electrical unit. __________________________________________________________________ AN0004SM Rev: - 1.20 Page 8 of 8 © Copyright Solid Applied Technologies Ltd. 3. When using a connector as described above, with your own cable, you must follow manufacturer's instructions describing how to connect your cable to the connector. Manufacturer’s usually supply a drawing that describes exactly how to revile the wires and their shielding prior to connecting them to the connector. Such drawing is similar to the one below. It is extremely important to follow manufacturer guidelines when wiring the cable and the connectors as it may affect the electrical performances of the sensor and the controlling unit. 4. Please contact Solid AT customer support whenever you are not sure whether your cable or connector is suitable. Solid AT can refer you to manufacturers of both cables and connectors. L Note: The sensor cable should be compatible with the following specifications: 4 wires, 0.75 mm2 overall shielded. Sensor cable is compatible with HELUKABEL P.N.16028 (www.helukabel.com).