Environmental Characteristics

Enclosure Requirements

M241 Logic Controller system components are designed as Zone B, Class A industrial equipment according to IEC/CISPR Publication 11. If they are used in environments other than those described in the standard, or in environments that do not meet the specifications in this manual, the ability to meet electromagnetic compatibility requirements in the presence of conducted and/or radiated interference may be reduced.

All M241 Logic Controller system components meet European Community (CE) requirements for open equipment as defined by IEC/EN 61131-2. You must install them in an enclosure designed for the specific environmental conditions and to minimize the possibility of unintended contact with hazardous voltages. Use metal enclosures to improve the electromagnetic immunity of your M241 Logic Controller system. Use enclosures with a keyed locking mechanism to minimize unauthorized access.

Environmental Characteristics

All the M241 Logic Controller module components are electrically isolated between the internal electronic circuit and the input/output channels within the limits set forth and described by these environmental characteristics. For more information on electrical isolation, see the technical specifications of your particular controller found later in the current document. This equipment meets CE requirements as indicated in the table below. This equipment is intended for use in a Pollution Degree 2 industrial environment.

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UNINTENDED EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Do not exceed any of the rated values specified in the environmental and electrical characteristics tables.

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

The following table shows the general environmental characteristics:

Characteristic

Minimum Specification

Tested Range

Standard compliance

IEC/EN 61131-2

IEC/EN 61010-2-201

Ambient operating temperature

Horizontal installation

–10...55 °C (14...131 °F)

Vertical installation

–10...50 °C (14...122 °F)

Storage temperature

–25...70 °C (- 13...158 °F)

Relative humidity

Transport and storage

10...95 % (non-condensing)

Operation

10...95 % (non-condensing)

Degree of pollution

IEC/EN 60664-1

2

Degree of protection

IEC/EN 61131-2

IP20 with protective covers in place

Corrosion immunity

Atmosphere free from corrosive gases

Operating altitude

0...2000 m (0...6560 ft)

Storage altitude

0...3000 m (0...9843 ft)

Vibration resistance

IEC/EN 61131-2

Panel mounting or mounted on a top hat section rail (DIN rail)

3.5 mm (0.13 in) fixed amplitude from 5...8.4 Hz

9.8 m/s2 (32.15 ft/s2) (1 gn) fixed acceleration from 8.4...150 Hz

10 mm (0.39 in) fixed amplitude from 5...8.7 Hz

29.4 m/s2 (96.45 ft/s2) (3 gn) fixed acceleration from 8.7...150 Hz

Mechanical shock resistance

147 m/s2 or 482.28 ft/s2 (15 gn) for a duration of 11 ms

NOTE: The tested ranges may indicate values beyond that of the IEC Standard. However, our internal standards define what is necessary for industrial environments. In all cases, we uphold the minimum specification if indicated.

Electromagnetic Susceptibility

The M241 Logic Controller system meets electromagnetic susceptibility specifications as indicated in the following table:

Characteristic

Minimum Specification

Tested Range

Electrostatic discharge

IEC/EN 61000-4-2

8 kV (air discharge)

4 kV (contact discharge)

Radiated electromagnetic field

IEC/EN 61000-4-3

10 V/m (80...1000 MHz)

3 V/m (1.4...2 GHz)

1 V/m (2...3 GHz)

Fast transients burst

IEC/EN 61000-4-4

24 Vdc main power lines

2 kV (CM1 and DM2)

24 Vdc I/Os

2 kV (clamp)

Relay output

1 kV (clamp)

Digital I/Os

1 kV (clamp)

Communication line

1 kV (clamp)

Surge immunity

IEC/EN 61000-4-5

IEC/EN 61131-2

CM1

DM2

DC Power lines

0.5 kV

0.5 kV

Relay Outputs

24 Vdc I/Os

Shielded cable (between shield and ground)

1 kV

Induced electromagnetic field

IEC/EN 61000-4-6

10 Vrms (0.15...80 MHz)

Conducted emission

IEC 61000-6-4

o10...150 kHz: 120...69 dBμV/m QP

o150...1500 kHz: 79...63 dBμV/m QP

o1.5...30 MHz: 63 dBμV/m QP

Radiated emission

IEC 61000-6-4

30...230 MHz: 40 dBμV/m QP

230...1000 MHz: 47 dBμV/m QP

1   Common Mode

2   Differential Mode

NOTE: The tested ranges may indicate values beyond that of the IEC Standard. However, our internal standards define what is necessary for industrial environments. In all cases, we uphold the minimum specification if indicated.