Requirements for operation
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SmartWire-DT Gateway | EU5C-SWD-ETHERCAT
DOC140901UM01EN | Revision 1 | English | 2015-03 | Released | Public
© Hilscher 2015
4 Requirements for operation
The following prerequisites must be fulfilled to operate the EU5C-SWD-
ETHERCAT Gateway:
4.1
Network systems
SmartWire-DT network with maximum number of up to 99
participants/stations/slaves and maximum extension of up to 600
meters.
EtherCAT
®
network with EtherCAT
®
PLC (master device). Maximum
cable length for one segment (i. e. cable between two devices or hubs)
is 100 meters.
4.2
Power supply
In safety-relevant applications the power supply providing power for the
SmartWire-DT system must feature a PELV power feed module
(protective extra low voltage).
Ensure a reliable electrical isolation of the low voltage for the 24 volt
supply. Only use power supply units complying with IEC 60364-4-41
(VDE 0100 Part 410) or HD 384.4.41 S2.
You must take safety precautions (emergency switching off) in the
external circuitry of the EU5C-SWD-ETHERCAT and any power
modules type EU5C-SWD-PF1-1 or EU5C-SWDPF2-1 that are used. To
do so, plan to switch off the power supply to the contactor coils
AUX
.
Important!
Please take into consideration the total power consumption of your
SmartWire-DT network and, if necessary, plan for an additional feeder
module EU5C-SWD-PF2.
You can find information on the power consumption in the operating
manuals of the SmartWire-DT devices.