Grounding

Overview

The grounding resistance between the S-Panel PC ground wire and the ground must be 100 Ω or less. When using a long grounding wire, check the resistance and, if required, replace the wire with a thicker wire and place it in a duct.

The table shows the maximum length for the wires:

Wire cross-section

Maximum line length

2.5 mm2 (AWG 14)

30 m (98 ft)

60 m (196 ft) round trip

Grounding Procedure

Warning_Color.gifWARNING

UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION

oUse only the authorized grounding configurations shown below.

oConfirm that the grounding resistance is 100 Ω or less.

oTest the quality of your ground connection before applying power to the device. Excess noise on the ground line can disrupt operations of the Magelis Industrial PC.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.

The S-Panel PC ground has 2 connections:

oDC Supply voltage

oGround connection pin

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1   Supply voltage

2   Ground connection pin (functional ground connection pin)

3   Switching cabinet

4   Grounding strip

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NOTE: For AC use the AC power supply module.

Step

Action

1

Ensure all of the following is done for the system wiring:

oConnect the cabinet to ground.

oEnsure that all cabinets are grounded together.

oConnect the ground of the power supply to the cabinet.

oConnect the ground pin of the S-Panel PC to the cabinet.

oConnect the I/O to the controller if needed.

oConnect the power supply to the S-Panel PC.

2

Check that the grounding resistance is 100 Ω or less.

3

When connecting the SG line to another device, ensure that the design of the system/connection does not produce a ground loop.

NOTE: The SG and ground connection screw are connected internally in the S-Panel PC.

4

Use 2.5 mm2 (AWG 14) wire to make the ground connection. Create the connection point as close to the S-Panel PC as possible and make the wire as short as possible.

Grounding I/O Signal Lines

Danger_Color.gifDANGER

POTENTIAL FOR EXPLOSION IN HAZARDOUS LOCATION

Do not use this product in hazardous locations.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

Electromagnetic radiation may interfere with the control communications of the S-Panel PC.

Warning_Color.gifWARNING

UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION

oIf wiring of I/O lines near power lines or radio equipment is unavoidable, use shielded cables and ground one end of the shield to the Magelis Industrial PC ground connection screw.

oDo not wire I/O lines in proximity to power cables, radio devices, or other equipment that may cause electromagnetic interference.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, serious injury, or equipment damage.