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C79000-G8976-C282-01
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  • Page 1 ___________________ Passive network components Preface Instructions for fitting ___________ connectors, attachments and devices Installing network ___________________ components in cabinets Industrial Ethernet / PROFINET Passive network components System Manual 02/2013 C79000-G8976-C282-01...
  • Page 2 Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Preface ..............................5 Note on the SIMATIC NET glossary ....................6 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices ..............7 Note on the installation instructions ....................7 Industrial Ethernet FastConnect Stripping Tool ................8 Electrical networks ........................11 2.3.1 Fitting IE FC cable 2 x 2 with an IE FC RJ-45 plug 180 2x2 ............11 2.3.2 Fitting IE FC cable 2 x 2 with an IE FC RJ-45 plug PRO ............13 2.3.3...
  • Page 4 Table of contents 3.3.6 Electromagnetic compatibility of bus cables ................84 3.3.6.1 Equipotential bonding system ..................... 85 3.3.6.2 Requirements of the AC power distribution system..............88 3.3.6.3 Shielding devices and cables...................... 92 3.3.6.4 Special noise suppression measures ..................95 3.3.7 Arrangement of devices and cables....................

  • Page 5: Preface

    Preface Purpose of the system manual The system manual explains connecting up and commissioning the passive Industrial Ethernet network components and how they work in principle. Orientation in the documentation Apart from the System Manual you are currently reading, the following documentation is also available from SIMATIC NET on the topic of Network Manual: ●...

  • Page 6: Note On The Simatic Net Glossary

    NET glossary. You will find the SIMATIC NET glossary here: ● SIMATIC NET Manual Collection The DVD ships with certain SIMATIC NET products. ● On the Internet under the following entry ID: 50305045 (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/50305045) Passive network components System Manual, 02/2013, C79000-G8976-C282-01...

  • Page 7: Instructions For Fitting Connectors, Attachments And Devices

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices Note on the installation instructions This section contains installation instructions for some of the most common components. You will find more detailed information on installation and setting up in the documentation accompanying the particular product. Passive network components System Manual, 02/2013, C79000-G8976-C282-01...

  • Page 8: Industrial Ethernet Fastconnect Stripping Tool

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.2 Industrial Ethernet FastConnect Stripping Tool Industrial Ethernet FastConnect Stripping Tool Introduction This section describes how to use the IE FC stripping tool. You should also refer to the instructions in the user guide supplied with the IE FC Stripping Tool.
  • Page 9 (green) IE FC RJ-45 plugs (6GK1901-1BB..)  IE FC modular outlet (6GK1901-1B..)  1 pack of 5 6GK1 901-1GB01 IE FC blade cassettes (12 mm) Blade cassette with blade distance 12 mm for: (yellow) IE FC outlet RJ-45 (6GK1901-1FC00-0AA0) ...
  • Page 10 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.2 Industrial Ethernet FastConnect Stripping Tool 6. Clamp the stripping tool as far as it 7. To strip the insulation, turn the tool 8. Keeping the it closed, pull the will go. in the direction of the arrow stripping tool with jacket and remnants of the shield off the end of –...

  • Page 11: Electrical Networks

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Electrical networks 2.3.1 Fitting IE FC cable 2 x 2 with an IE FC RJ-45 plug 180 2x2 Introduction The individual steps required to assemble a 4-wire IE FC cable and an IE FC RJ-45 plug 180 are explained below.
  • Page 12 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Procedure 1. In the stripping tool, use the green 3. Take the stripping tool in your right 5. Place the cable in the stripping tool. knife cassette (5.1 mm). hand. The index finger of your left hand is the limit stop.

  • Page 13: Fitting Ie Fc Cable 2 X 2 With An Ie Fc Rj-45 Plug Pro

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 15. Close the cover. 17. Insert a 2.5 mm screwdriver into the 18. The connector is correctly locked hole in the locking mechanism and when the opening of the locking 16.
  • Page 14 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Procedure The IE FC RJ-45 plug PRO consists of 1. In the stripping tool, use the yellow 3. Take the stripping tool in your right the following: knife cassette (12 mm). hand.
  • Page 15 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 9. Cut back the wires to a length of 15 10. Push parts a to d onto the cable in 11. Open the cover of the contact mm and + 5 mm shield. the order shown.

  • Page 16: Fitting An Ie Fc Cable 2 X 2 With An Ie Rj-45 Plug Pro

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 2.3.3 Fitting an IE FC cable 2 x 2 with an IE RJ-45 plug PRO Introduction The individual steps required to assemble a 4-wire IE FC cable and an IE RJ-45 plug Pro are explained below.
  • Page 17 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 4. Take the stripping tool in your right 6. Place the cable in the stripping tool. 8. To strip the insulation, turn the tool hand. The index finger of your left hand is in the direction of the arrow the limit stop.
  • Page 18 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 14. Open the cover of the contact 16. Contact the wires by pressing down 18. Push the sealing ring into the rear holder. the cover with a tool or hard object. wall and screw the forcing nut over it loosely.

  • Page 19: Fitting Ie Fc Cable 2 X 2 With An Ie Fc Rj-45 Plug 180 4X2

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 2.3.4 Fitting IE FC cable 2 x 2 with an IE FC RJ-45 plug 180 4x2 Introduction The individual steps required to assemble a 4-wire IE FC cable and an IE FC RJ-45 plug 180 4x2 are explained below.
  • Page 20 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 7. To strip the insulation, turn the tool 8. Keeping the it closed, pull the 9. Remove the cable jacket, shield in the direction of the arrow stripping tool with jacket and and the white filler with your hand.

  • Page 21: Fitting An Ie Fc Cable 4 X 2 With An Ie Fc Rj-45 Plug 180 4X2

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Removal from an RJ-45 jack 14. Push the cable into position as 15. Turn the locking mechanism with shown in the picture. your hand as far as possible in the 1.
  • Page 22 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Procedure 1. In the stripping tool, use the green 2. Take the stripping tool in your right 4. Place the cable in the stripping tool. knife cassette (5.1 mm). hand. The index finger of your left hand is the limit stop.
  • Page 23 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 10. Spread out the cores according to 11. Bend the contact element to 13. Press down the contact element as their colors on the contact elements approx. 45°. far as the limit stop. of the FC RJ-45 plug 180 4x2.

  • Page 24: Fitting The Ie Fc Tp Cable With An Ie Fc M12 Plug Pro

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 2.3.6 Fitting the IE FC TP cable with an IE FC M12 plug PRO Introduction The individual steps required to assemble an IE FC TP cable and an IE FC M12 plug PRO are explained below.
  • Page 25 10. Open the flap (e) and push the 1GA00 with the green knife acts as the limit stop. wires according to the colored cassette 6GK1 901-1GB01. marking* as far into the holder as 8. Clamp the stripping tool as far as it they will go.
  • Page 26 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Dismantling the plug 1. Release the pressure nut (d). 2. Press the catch (c) in the direction 3. Push the connector housing to the of the arrow and at the same time back.

  • Page 27: Assembling An Ie Hybrid Cable 2 X 2 + 4 X 0.34 With An Ie Ip 67 Hybrid Connector

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 2.3.7 Assembling an IE hybrid cable 2 x 2 + 4 x 0.34 with an IE IP 67 hybrid connector Introduction The individual steps required to assemble an IE FC TP hybrid cable 2x2 + 4x0.34 and an IE IP67 hybrid plug are explained below.
  • Page 28 Contact and color assignment of the splice element. Contact Contact (orange) (blue) Contact Contact (yellow) (white) Wire color code White Blue Yellow Orange (standard) Connector color code White Blue Yellow Orange (Siemens IE) Siemens IE FC RJ-45 socket (reference) Passive network components System Manual, 02/2013, C79000-G8976-C282-01...
  • Page 29 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Insert the all the data leads at the same time into the splice element is far as they will go. Close the splice element and RJ-45 data module until they lock together. Insert the data module and the splice element into the supplied IDC assembly tool.
  • Page 30 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Remove the assembled data module from the IDC assembly tool. Position the top shield plate and press it over the cable shield. Passive network components System Manual, 02/2013, C79000-G8976-C282-01...
  • Page 31 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Position the lower shield plate and press it and the upper shield plate together until they lock together with an audible "click". Arrange the power leads and insert them as far as they will go into the hinge elements of the isolation body.
  • Page 32 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Press each individual hinge element together with the integrated IDC contact. Recommendation: Use a small slotted screwdriver (max. 3.5 mm) as a lever. Push the housing over the assembled data module and the insulator body until they lock together (there should be an audible click).

  • Page 33: Fitting The Ie Fc Tp Standard Cable 4 X 2 Gp To An Ie Ip 67 Hybrid Connector

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 2.3.8 Fitting the IE FC TP standard cable 4 x 2 GP to an IE IP 67 hybrid connector Introduction The individual steps required to assemble an IE FC TP standard cable 4x2 and an IE IP67 hybrid plug are explained below.
  • Page 34 White Blue Yellow Orange Siemens IE FC RJ-45 socket (reference) White wire of the pair. Insert the all the data leads at the same time into the splice element is far as they will go. Close the splice element and RJ-45 data module until they lock together.
  • Page 35 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Insert the data module and the splice element into the supplied IDC assembly tool. Press the data module and the IDC assembly tool together to establish the installation piercing connection. Remove the assembled data module from the IDC assembly tool.
  • Page 36 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Position the lower shield plate and press it and the upper shield plate together until they lock together with an audible "click". Arrange the power leads and insert them as far as they will go into the hinge elements of the isolation body.
  • Page 37 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Press each individual hinge element together with the integrated IDC contact. Recommendation: Use a small slotted screwdriver (max. 3.5 mm) as a lever. Push the housing over the assembled data module and the insulator body until they lock together (there should be an audible click).

  • Page 38: Fitting Ie Fc Outlet Rj-45

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 2.3.9 Fitting IE FC outlet RJ-45 Introduction The individual steps required to assemble an IE FC cable and an IE FC outlet RJ-45 are explained below. Note the information in the assembly instructions of the outlet. Procedure 1.

  • Page 39: Fitting The Ie Fc Rj-45 Modular Outlet

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 2.3.10 Fitting the IE FC RJ-45 modular outlet 2.3.10.1 Connecting the RJ-45 Modular Outlet Introduction Below, you will see the individual steps in connecting the RJ-45 modular outlet. Procedure The modular outlet consists of the 1.

  • Page 40: Assembling Ie Fc Tp Standard Cable 4X2 Gp And Ie Fc Rj-45 Modular Outlet

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 6. Close the cover. 7. Tighten the two cover screws. 8. Push the insert into the base model as far as the limit stop. 9. Tighten the securing screw of the insert until the insert is flush with the base module.
  • Page 41 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks To assemble 8-wire FC cables, the following inserts are available: ● Insert 2 FE ● Insert 1GE Note Instructions for assembly  The IE hybrid cable 2x2 + 4x0.34 6XV1870-2J and 4-wire FC cables (Cat 5) are not suitable for insert 2 FE and insert 1 GE ...
  • Page 42 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 8. To strip the insulation, turn the tool 9. Remove the cable jacket, shield 10. Cut off the central support element. in the direction of the arrow and the white filler with your hand. approx.

  • Page 43: Fitting Ie Hybrid Cable 2X2 + 4X0.34 And Ie Fc Rj-45 Modular Outlet

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks WARNING Keep to the instructions in the SCALANCE W manual for fitting an IP67 hybrid cable connector to a SCALANCE W device! 2.3.10.3 Fitting IE hybrid cable 2x2 + 4x0.34 and IE FC RJ-45 modular outlet Introduction The individual steps required to assemble an IE hybrid cable 2x2+ 4x0.34 and an IE FC RJ- 45 modular outlet are explained below.
  • Page 44 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Procedure 1. Remove the locking screw of the 2. Now release the two cover screws 3. Lift up the upper part of the IE FC insert. (1.) that are now accessible RJ-45 Modular Outlet.
  • Page 45 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 7. Center the cable in the shield 9. Tighten the two cover screws. 11. Fit the outlet on a DIN rail or secure clamp so that the power wires are it to a smooth surface using the 10.

  • Page 46: Assembly Of Industrial Twisted Pair Connectors

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 2.3.11 Assembly of Industrial Twisted Pair connectors 2.3.11.1 Assembling Industrial Twisted Pair Connectors General To maintain the excellent EMC and transmission characteristics of the twistedpair cabling system, connectors must be fitted with extreme care. Note the assembly instructions.
  • Page 47 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks Connector pinout During assembly, the pairs of wires are assigned to the screw terminals. The following figures show the connector pinout: Passive network components System Manual, 02/2013, C79000-G8976-C282-01...

  • Page 48: Fitting A 9-Pin D-Sub Plug

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 2.3.11.2 Fitting a 9-pin D-sub plug 9-pin D-sub plug The figure shows all the components of a 9-pin D-sub plug. Figure 2-1 Industrial Twisted Pair D-sub plug (9-pin) for user assembly Steps 1.
  • Page 49 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 2. Cut the braided shield approximately 10 mm from the edge of the outer sheath and pull off the loose shield. 3. Turn back the braided shield over the outer sheath. –...
  • Page 50 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 4. Wrap copper band around the braided shield. 5. Fit the connector – Fit the connector insert into the connector casing – Fit the lower cable clamp into the grooves of the connector casing –...

  • Page 51: Fitting A 15-Pin D-Sub Plug

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 2.3.11.3 Fitting a 15-pin D-sub plug 15-pin D-sub plug The figure shows all the components of a 15-pin D-sub plug. Cover Cover screw Cable clamp Copper band Connector insert with four terminals Figure 2-3 15-pin D-sub plug for user assembly...
  • Page 52 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 2. Cut the braided shield approximately 10 mm from the edge of the outer sheath and pull off the loose shield. 3. Shorten the white-blue pair by approximately 3 mm to 32 mm (to introduce the cable as shown in Figure 1–10).
  • Page 53 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.3 Electrical networks 5. Fit the connector – Fit the lower cable clamp into the grooves of the connector casing. – Fit the cable into the connector casing so that the braided shield with the copper band lies in the cable clamp –...

  • Page 54: Optical Networks

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks Optical networks 2.4.1 Fitting an IE FC FO cable with a BFOC connector Introduction The next section explains the individual steps assembling an IE FC FO cable with a BFOC plug using the FC FO termination kit for BFOC plugs.
  • Page 55 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks 2. Pull off the outer jacket. 4. Cut the fleece (white) and the 6. Position the ø 1.0 mm opening of remaining threads with the Kevlar the stripping pliers (B) 3.
  • Page 56 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks 11. Clean the fiber of remnants of the 13. First push the anti-kink sleeve (a) 14. Push the buffer and Kevlar clamp buffer with a lint-free cloth. and then the forcing nut (b) over the (c) over the fiber as far as the core fiber and the core sleeve.
  • Page 57 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks 20. Make sure that the adapter plate (2) 21. Insert the plug into the cleave tool 22. Press the trigger (1) slowly until you with the correct labeling (ST for (C) as far as the limit stop and hold hear a click.

  • Page 58: Fitting An Ie Fc Fo Cable With An Sc Plug

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks 2.4.2 Fitting an IE FC FO cable with an SC plug Introduction The next section explains the individual steps assembling an IE FC FO cable with an SC duplex plug using the FC FO termination kit for SC plugs. You should also refer to the assembly instructions supplied with the FC FO termination kit for SC plugs.
  • Page 59 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks 2. Pull off the outer jacket. 3. Cut the fleece (white) and the 5. Position the ø 1.0 mm opening of remaining threads with the Kevlar the stripping pliers (B) Expose the individual elements.
  • Page 60 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks 10. Clean the fiber of remnants of the 11. Remove the forcing nut (b) and the 13. Push the buffer and Kevlar clamp buffer with a lint-free cloth. buffer and Kevlar clamp (c) from the (c) over the fiber as far as the core body of the connector (d).
  • Page 61 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks Cleave tool 19. Make sure that the adapter plate (2) 20. Insert the plug into the cleave tool with the correct labeling (SC for SC (C) as far as the limit stop and hold 1 trigger plug) is fitted to the cleave tool (C).
  • Page 62 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks 25. If the result of cleaving is 27. Insert the two connector bodies (d) 28. Lay a duplex clip on a surface with unsatisfactory (bad case: see in the respective plug housing (f). A the higher side wall to the left.

  • Page 63: Fitting An Sc Rj Plug To A Plastic Fo Cable (Pof)

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks 2.4.3 Fitting an SC RJ plug to a plastic FO cable (POF) Introduction The next section explains the individual steps when assembling a POF FO cable with SC RJ plug using the IE termination kit for SC RJ POF plug. You should also refer to the assembly instructions supplied with the IE termination kit for SC RJ POF plug.
  • Page 64 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks 5. Place the ø 1.6 mm opening of the 6. Position the cutter 30 mm from the 7. When the pliers are closed, the stripping pliers marked with a white end of the core.

  • Page 65: Fitting An Sc Rj Plug To Pcf Fo Cable

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks 13. Place the abrasive paper and 15. Polish the plug in the same way on 16. Remove any resulting dust with a polishing foil on the polishing base. the matt side of the 1 µm polishing clean, lint-free cloth.
  • Page 66 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks Procedure A stripping pliers a anti-kink sleeve 1. Remove the outer jacket using a stripping tool. B Kevlar scissors b union nut 2. Set the cutting depth of the stripping C cleave tool c buffer and Kevlar clamp tool so that the inner cores cannot...
  • Page 67 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.4 Optical networks 9. Cut back the Kevlar with the Kevlar 10. Push the anti-kink sleeve over the 11. Push the buffer and Kevlar clamp scissors leaving 5 mm. fiber and the core jacket. onto the fiber as far as the core sleeve.
  • Page 68 If you find that the edge breaks are on the increase, send in the cleave tool for inspection. When used correctly, up to 2000 assemblies are possible. If you need to return the tool, talk to your Siemens contact. Passive network components...

  • Page 69: Power Supply

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.5 Power supply Power supply 2.5.1 Fitting the energy cable 5 x 1.5 with a power plug PRO Introduction The next section explains the individual steps assembling an energy cable with a power plug PRO.
  • Page 70 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.5 Power supply Procedure Only use cables with the power plug PRO that meet the following specifications: Cable diameter 9 ... 13 mm Cable cross section Cable cross section 10 x 2.2 10 x 1.7 a forcing nut 1.
  • Page 71 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.5 Power supply 6. Put the sealing ring into the rear wall 9. Turn the latch of the rear wall 11. Press the rear wall into the housing and screw the forcing nut over it and the notch in the housing to until it clicks in place audibly.

  • Page 72: Fitting A 7/8" Energy Connector To An Energy Cable

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.5 Power supply 2.5.2 Fitting a 7/8" energy connector to an energy cable Design Figure 2-5 7/8" energy connector Suitable cables 7/8" energy connectors are intended for making connections to the SIMATIC NET energy cable (5 x 1.5 mm ).
  • Page 73 Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.5 Power supply Figure 2-6 Energy connector - fitting Fitting connectors to cables 1. Push the clamping screw (a), pinch ring (b) and sealing ring (c) over the cable. 2. Strip the jacket and wires as shown in the drawing. 3.

  • Page 74: Connecting The 7/8" Energy Connector To A Module

    Instructions for fitting connectors, attachments and devices 2.5 Power supply 2.5.3 Connecting the 7/8" energy connector to a module Properties The 7/8" energy connector of a device consists of a 7/8" male incoming connector and a 7/8" female outgoing connector. This means that the 7/8" connector must be equipped with socket contacts for the incoming energy cable and pin contacts for the outgoing energy cable.

  • Page 75: Installing Network Components In Cabinets

    Installing network components in cabinets SIMATIC NET components Ventilation openings The casings of most SIMATIC NET network components have ventilation openings. To allow more effective cooling of the electronics components, ambient air can flow through the casing. The maximum operating temperatures quoted in the technical specifications apply only when there is unrestricted flow of air through the ventilation openings.
  • Page 76 Installing network components in cabinets 3.1 SIMATIC NET components ● there is enough space for installing cabling ● there is enough space to remove components for maintenance or repair. Note Regardless of the degree of protection of the casing, the electrical and optical ports are always sensitive to - mechanical damage - damage caused by electrostatic contact discharge when touched...

  • Page 77: Ip Degrees Of Protection

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.2 IP degrees of protection IP degrees of protection General Electrical equipment is normally surrounded by a protective casing. The purpose of this casing includes ● Protection of persons from touching live components or moving parts (accidental contact protection) ●...
  • Page 78 Installing network components in cabinets 3.2 IP degrees of protection Table 3- 2 Water protection (short form) Second number Protection of equipment from ingress of water not protected vertically falling drops of water falling water (15° from vertical) sprayed water splashwater jet water strong jet water...

  • Page 79: Guidelines For Setting Up Networked Automation Systems In Buildings

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings 3.3.1 General notes on networking bus cables Bus cables in plants Bus cables are important connections for communication between individual components of an automation system.

  • Page 80: Mechanical Protection Of Bus Cables

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Operation with 24 V DC Numerous SIMATIC NET components require a voltage of 24 V DC as their operating voltage or as auxiliary contact voltage. This power supply must meet the requirements of an extralow voltage with reliable electrical isolation from the main power system, complying with IEC 60950 or EN 60950 /18/.
  • Page 81 Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Measures for mechanical protection The following measures are recommended to protect bus cables from physical damage: ● When cable cannot be installed on a cable rack or similar construction, it should be installed in a conduit (for example PG 11-16) ●...

  • Page 82: Electromagnetic Compatibility Of Fiberoptic Cables

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Redundant bus cables The installation of redundant bus cables involves special requirements. Redundant cables should always be installed on separate cable racks to avoid simultaneous damage by the same event.

  • Page 83: Connecting Fiber-Optic Cables

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings 3.3.5 Connecting fiber-optic cables BFOC connectors Industrial Ethernet fiber-optic network components use only glass fiber-optic cables with BFOC connectors. Figure 3-3 BFOC connector with dust cap Note Connectors should only be fitted to glass fiber-optic cables by trained personnel.

  • Page 84: Electromagnetic Compatibility Of Bus Cables

    If it is necessary to fit connectors on site, – BFOC connectors and suitable tools can be ordered – SIEMENS provides this service. If this is required, please ask your contact for special cables and special lengths. You will also find the address: - in our catalog IK PI - on the Internet (http//www.ad.siemens.de)

  • Page 85: Equipotential Bonding System

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings 3.3.6.1 Equipotential bonding system Aims of equipotential bonding The noise immunity of extended electronic automation systems or, in general, information technology systems largely depends on the suitable design of the grounding and equipotential bonding system of the building.
  • Page 86 Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Measures for grounding and equipotential bonding According to EN 50310 /21/, a "common bonding network CBN" with a fine mesh of conductive elements must be created in buildings with information technology systems. Systems that extend beyond one floor and that are interconnected by electrical bus cables require a threedimensional CBN with a lattice construction resembling a Faraday cage.
  • Page 87 Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings ● Install the bonding conductor so that the area enclosed by the bonding conductor and signal cables is as small as possible. ● Use copper or galvanized steel for the bonding conductor. Figure 3-4 Example of meshed bonding system Passive network components...

  • Page 88: Requirements Of The Ac Power Distribution System

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings For information about grounding and bonding techniques, refer to the system manuals of the SIMATIC S7300 /9/, S7400 /10/ programmable controllers. Note Equipotential bonding is unnecessary if the sections of a system are connected exclusively using fiberoptic cable (FO).
  • Page 89 Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Signal connections in existing installations If unexplained, sporadic disturbances occur in data processing systems or on their communication connections, it is advisable to check for unwanted shield currents. These can be measured simply by inserting the cable in question in a clipon ammeter.
  • Page 90 Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings The horizontal power distribution within a floor corresponds to the requirements of a TNS system. The neutral cable N and grounding conductor PE are separate cables. The PE grounding conductor does not contribute to the power supply of the devices.
  • Page 91 Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Passive network components System Manual, 02/2013, C79000-G8976-C282-01...

  • Page 92: Shielding Devices And Cables

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Figure 3-5 Fiberoptic links avoid shield currents in the TNCS network 3.3.6.3 Shielding devices and cables Shielding cables The high degree of noise immunity of SIMATIC NET twisted-pair copper networks is achieved by the exclusive use of shielded twisted-pair cables.
  • Page 93 Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings ● If cables are installed permanently, it is advisable to remove the insulation of the shielded cable and to establish contact on the shield/PE conductor bar. Note If there is a potential difference between the grounding points, an illegally high compensating current can flow through the shield grounded at both ends.
  • Page 94 Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Figure 3-6 Securing shielded cables with cable clamps and ties (schematic representation) ● When removing the sheath of the cable, make sure that the braid shield of the cables is not damaged.

  • Page 95: Special Noise Suppression Measures

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Figure 3-7 Contacting the shield at the point of entry to a cabinet 3.3.6.4 Special noise suppression measures Connecting switched inductances to suppressors Some inductive switching devices (for example relays) create interference voltages that are a multiple of the connected operating voltage.

  • Page 96: Arrangement Of Devices And Cables

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Cabinet lighting Use bulbs for the cabinet lighting, for example LINESTRA lamps. Avoid the use of fluorescent lamps since they cause interference. If you need to use fluorescent lamps, take the measures shown in the figure below.

  • Page 97: The Influence Of Power Distribution Systems (En 501742, 6.4.4.2)

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings 3.3.7.1 The influence of power distribution systems (EN 501742, 6.4.4.2) Planning the electrical installations To avoid the power distribution system affecting sensitive devices, the following points must be taken into account when planning the electrical installation: ●...
  • Page 98 Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings In the information shown below, it is assumed that all the components within an automation system and all the plant components controlled by the system (for example machines, robots etc.) at least meet the requirements of the European standards for electromagnetic compatibility in an industrial environment.
  • Page 99 Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings How to read the table To check how cables of different types must be laid, follow the steps outlined below: 1. Find the cable type of the first cable in column 1 (Cables for ...). 2.

  • Page 100: Cabling Within Closets

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings 3.3.7.3 Cabling within closets Cabling within closets When running cables within cubicles and cabinets, remember the following rules: ● Install the cables in metallic, electrically conductive cable channels. ●...

  • Page 101: Cabling Outside Buildings

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings 3.3.7.5 Cabling outside buildings Using fiberoptic cables Industrial Twisted Pair is intended for use within buildings (tertiary area). The installation of Industrial Twisted Pair cables between buildings in not permitted. LAN connections between buildings and between buildings and external facilities are only possible with fiberoptic cables (FO).
  • Page 102 Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Pull preassembled cables using cable grips To pull preassembled cables, make sure that you use cable grips. These surround the connector and protect it from damage when pulling in the cable. Fitting strain relief Make sure that you provide strain relief approximately 1 m from the connection point on all cables subject to tensile force.

  • Page 103: Additional Instructions On Installing Fiberoptic Cables

    Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings 3.3.8.2 Additional instructions on installing fiberoptic cables Protecting connectors from contamination Fiberoptic cable connectors are sensitive to contamination. Unconnected male and female connectors must be protected with the supplied dust caps. Attenuation variations under load During installation, fiberoptic cables must not be twisted, stretched or squashed.
  • Page 104 Installing network components in cabinets 3.3 Guidelines for setting up networked automation systems in buildings Passive network components System Manual, 02/2013, C79000-G8976-C282-01...

  • Page 105: Index

    Index IE hybrid cable 2x2 and IE FC RJ-45 modular outlet power insert, 43 IE hybrid cable 2x2 and IE IP 67 hybrid plug, 27 IE RJ-45 modular outlet, 39 PCF Fiber-optic cable with SC RJ plug, 65 15-pin D-sub plug POF fiber-optic cable with SC RJ plug, 63 Assembly, 51 Fitting, 51...
  • Page 106 Index Fitting the IE FC RJ-45 plug PRO, 14 Fitting the IE RJ-45 Plug PRO, 16 Networking bus cables IE FC cable 4x2 Notes, 79 Fitting the IE FC RJ-45 Plug 4x2, 22 IE FC FO cable Fitting BFOC plug, 54 Fitting SC plug, 58 IE FC M12 plug PRO PCF fiber-optic cables...

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