9.3.8
Connection of Sensors
Observe the following information when connecting the sensors.
Connection of current or
voltage sensors
With isolated sensors, it is possible for the measuring circuit to
develop a potential with respect to ground which exceeds the
permissible potential difference U
CM
(see maximum values of the
individual modules). To prevent this, you must connect the negative
potential of the sensor to the reference potential of the module
(0 V bus).
Example:
Temperature measurement on a busbar with insulated thermocouples
Equipotential bonding
In the worst case, the measuring circuit can develop an excessively
high potential on account of a static charge or contact resistances. This
must be prevented with an equipotential bonding conductor.
The permissible potential difference (U
CM
) between the inputs and the
0 V bus must not be exceeded.
Depending on the system or type of sensor, the potential difference
must be kept in the permissible region with equipotential bonding.
Equipotential Bonding Conductor
0 V Bus
+
-
U
E
A
D
Analog Input Module
Sensor,
Isolated
MUX
M +
M -
#
Card for
Range
4 Inputs
Figure 9-6
Measuring Circuit with Equipotential Bonding Conductor for the 460 Analog Input Module
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The 460 Analog Input Module
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