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RX
Explosion Proof / Intrinsically Safe Antenna Coupler for use in
Hazardous Areas
Installation & Operation Manual
OVERVIEW
The Solexy RX series explosion proof and intrinsically safe
antenna coupler is an integrated protection device that
facilitates non-Ex certified radio antenna installation in
hazardous areas. The patented (7.057.577) RX series coupler
features a barrier circuit which blocks power voltage in the
event of a radio transmitter/receiver fault and is
encapsulated and housed in an explosion proof stainless steel
body. By limiting transmitted power per local regulations and
ensuring the threshold power requirements for the area of
installation are met, the RX coupler can easily be used with
most passive antennas. When a radio must be used in a safe
area, the RX coupler can still protect the output signal using a
cable to connect to an antenna that is installed in a hazardous
area.
Note: The information in this manual is intended to assist
with equipment design and ensure proper installation.
READ THIS INSTRUCTION FIRST
To avoid serious or fatal personal injury or major property
damage, read and follow all safety instruction in this manual.
If you require additional assistance, please contact SOLEXY.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION TO HAZARDOUS AREA INSTALLATION
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The Solexy RX explosion proof and intrinsically safe
Antenna Coupler must be installed and maintenance
according to suitable standards for electrical application
in potentially explosive atmospheres (IEC/EN 60079-14,
IEC/EN60079-17 and/or other national standards).
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Suitably trained personnel shall carry out installation
according with applicable code practice.
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Read this first and keep this instruction manual always
available.
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For proper installation, see the applicable control drawing
DDCD-0006 attached.
ATEX / IECEx MARKING
I M2 (M1) Ex db mb [ia Ma] I Mb
II 2 (1) G Ex db mb [ia Ga] IIA/IIB/IIC T
6…
T5 Gb
II 2 (1) D
Ex mb tb [ia Da] IIIC T80°C
…
T100°C Db
This instruction refers to certified equipment covered by
following certificate:
ATEX: TÜV CY 18 ATEX 0206158 X
IECEx: IECEx MSC 19.0001X
WARNINGS
1.
Solexy RX series antenna coupler must be connected to RF
source with minimum internal impedance of 50Ω.
2.
Connected antennas must be assessed, installed and
maintained according to suitable standards for electrical
application in potentially explosive atmospheres (e.g.
IEC/EN60079-0, IEC/EN60079-14, IEC/EN60079-17 or
other national standards).
3.
Solexy RX series antenna coupler does not provide any RF
power limitation. The threshold power must be limited by
the user in order to achieve the levels defined in
IEC/EN60079-0 Table 4.
4.
The RX series antenna coupler is designed to be used with
a suitable enclosure with mechanical protection of the
input side that utilizes one of the protection types listed
in Clause 1 of IEC/EN60079-0 when it is installed in an Ex
area. The protection type utilized shall be applicable to
the specific area of use (i.e. Gas or Dust).
5.
In case of use of a Ex tb enclosure with metric entries
ensure 5 engaged threads minimum or use an appropriate
gasket.
6.
In case of use of a Ex tb enclosure with NPT entries ensure
3,5 engaged threads minimum.
7.
It is responsibility to the installer to ensure an IP6x level at
the threaded joint between antenna coupler and Ex tb
enclosure.
8.
When installed in a safe area the input side must be
protected from sun exposure. For example by using a
housing or by being in an indoor area.
9.
The user should not repair this equipment.
10.
The user should not modify the unit.
11.
The unit should not painted from the user.
12.
If the equipment is likely to come in to contact with
aggressive substances, it is responsibility of the user to
take suitable precautions that prevent it from being
adversely affected, thus ensuring that the type of
protection is not compromised. Aggressive substances:
example Acids, liquids, gases with can affected metals.
13.
Maximum RF power input shall not exceed the value listed
into control drawing DDCD-0006.
14.
Maximum service temperature (Ts) of RX antenna coupler
and is 91°C.
15.
Maximum service temperature of equipment it is installed
in shall not 80°C in case of max RF power input
(Pi) of 6 W (max T amb a80°C) or +85°C in case of
max RF power input (Pi) of 2 W (max T amb allowed
+85°C).
INSTALLATION
For proper installation, see the applicable
control drawing
DDCD-0006
Summary of Contents for RX Series
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