MCR-S-...-DCI
Current transducer up to 55 A,
programmable and configurable
Data sheet
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When ordering, the desired configuration to which the
device is to be adapted must be specified (see order key on
page 6 and page 9).
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In addition to an analog output, these current transducers
also have an optional relay and transistor output, e.g., for
alarm monitoring.
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The MCR-S-...-DCI current transducers offer users the
option of ordering a preconfigured device, configuring the
device themselves via DIP switches or programming it with
MCR/PI-CONF-WIN configuration software
(Order No. 2814799).
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DC, AC, and distorted currents can be equally well
measured.
Description
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INTERFACE
Progressive adjustment of measuring range
True r.m.s. value measurement
3-way electrical isolation according to EN 61010
With optional relay and transistor output
22.5 mm ME housing
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The MCR-S-1-5-UI-DCI module provides not only the
standard 1 A and 5 A input signals, but also the option of
setting current ranges of 0 ... 0.2 A to 0 ... 11 A
progressively.
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With a measuring range of 0 ... 9.5 A to 0 ... 55 A, the
MCR-S-10-50-UI-DCI is ideal for measuring higher motor
currents.
Observe the safety notes on page 11.
Make sure you always use the latest documentation.
It can be downloaded from the product at www.phoenixcontact.net/catalog.
This data sheet is valid for the products listed on the following page:
MCR-S-...-DCI
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Table of contents
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Description.................................................................................................................................. 1
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Table of contents ........................................................................................................................ 2
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Ordering data.............................................................................................................................. 3
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Technical data ............................................................................................................................ 4
4.1
4.2
Technical data for MCR-S-1-5-UI(-SW)-DCI(-NC) (measuring range 0 A ... 0.2 A to 0 A ... 11 A) .................. 4
Technical data for MCR-S-10-50-UI(-SW)-DCI(-NC) (measuring range 0 A ... 9.5 A to 0 A ... 55 A) .............. 7
Design .......................................................................................................................................10
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Installation and startup...............................................................................................................11
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Safety notes ................................................................................................................................................. 11
Method of operation ..................................................................................................................................... 11
Electrical connection .................................................................................................................................... 11
Startup.......................................................................................................................................................... 12
Configuration flowchart................................................................................................................................. 12
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6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
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Software package (adapter) ......................................................................................................18
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Application examples.................................................................................................................19
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Motor current measurement ......................................................................................................................... 19
Acquisition of motor current peak loads........................................................................................................ 19
Lighting monitoring ....................................................................................................................................... 19
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Ordering data
MCR current transducer, for measuring AC, DC, and distorted Currents
Description
Type
Measuring range 0 A ... 0.2 A to 0 A ... 11 A
Order No.
Pcs./Pkt.
Configured, with screw connection
MCR-S-1-5-UI-DCI1
2814634
1
Unconfigured, with screw connection
MCR-S-1-5-UI-DCI-NC
2814715
1
Measuring range 0 A ... 0.2 A to 0 A ... 11 A, with relay and transistor output
Configured, with screw connection
MCR-S-1-5-UI-SW-DCI1
2814650
1
Unconfigured, with screw connection
MCR-S-1-5-UI-SW-DCI-NC
2814731
1
Configured, with through connection
MCR-S-10-50-UI-DCI1
2814647
Unconfigured, with through connection
MCR-S10-50-UI-DCI-NC
Measuring range 0 A ... 9.5 A to 0 A ... 55 A
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2814728
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Measuring range 0 A ... 9.5 A to 0 A ... 55 A, with relay and transistor switching output
Configured, with through connection
MCR-S-10-50-UI-SW-DCI1
2814663
1
Unconfigured, with through connection
MCR-S10-50-UI-SW-DCI-NC
2814744
1
If no further details are given as to the configuration, the device is supplied in the standard configuration (see order key on page page 6 and page 9).
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Type
Order No.
Pcs./Pkt.
Configuration software
MCR/PI-CONF-WIN
2814799
1
MCR-TTL/RS232-E
2814388
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PSM-KAD 9 SUB 25/BS
2761295
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Software adapter cable (stereo jack connector/25-pos. D-SUB) 1.2 m
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Adapter cable, 9-pos. D-SUB female connector to 25-pos. D-SUB male
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Technical data
4.1
Technical data for MCR-S-1-5-UI(-SW)-DCI(-NC) (measuring range 0 A ... 0.2 A to 0 A ... 11 A)
Measuring input
MCR-S-1-5-UI-DCI
(-NC)
Input current (AC, DC or distorted currents)
MCR-S-1-5-UI-SW-DCI
(-NC)
0 A ... 11 A
Frequency range
15 Hz ... 400 Hz
Screw terminal block 2.5 mm2
Connection method
Overload capacity, continuous
2 x INom
20 x INom (100 A, maximum)
Output
MCR-S-1-5-UI-DCI
(-NC)
MCR-S-1-5-UI-SW-DCI
(-NC)
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Surge strength for 1 s
0(4) mA ... 20 mA, 20 mA ... 0(4) mA / < 500 Ω
Output voltage/load
0(2) V ... 10 V, 10 V ... 0(2) V / > 10 kΩ
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Output current/load
0(1) V ... 5 V, 5 V ... 0(1) V / > 10 kΩ
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±10 V, ± 5 V / > 10 kΩ
MCR-S-1-5-UI-DCI
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Switching output
Relay Output
MCR-S-1-5-UI-SW-DCI
(-NC)
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1 PDT
AgSnO2, hard gold-plated
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Contact material
Max. switching voltage
Continuous current load capacity
30 V AC / 36 V DC
50 mA
Transistor output
Maximum transistor current
Output voltage during event
Suppression time
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Threshold setting
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If the specified maximum values are exceeded, the gold coating will be damaged. In subsequent operation, the following maximum switching
voltages and currents apply: 250 V AC/DC; 2A.
Threshold value switch status indicator
Supply voltage
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General data
Current consumption (without load)
Transmission error of nominal value under nominal conditions:
Measuring range nominal value:
operate threshold from measuring range nominal value
Input signal form:
Measurement mode:
Ambient temperature:
Supply voltage:
Temperature coefficient
Measuring rate
Step response (10% ... 90 %)
–
PNP output
80 mA (not short-circuit-proof)
1 V under supply voltage
–
1 % ... 110 %
–
0.1 s ... 20 s
–
Yellow LED
MCR-S-1-5-UI-DCI
(-NC)
MCR-S-1-5-UI-SW-DCI
(-NC)
20 V DC ... 30 V DC
Approximately 40 mA
Approximately 50 mA
< 0.5 %
0 A ... 1 A/5 A/10 A
2%
50 Hz - sine
true r.m.s. value
23 °C
24 V DC
< 0.025%/K
40 measurements/s with DC
5 measurements/s with AC
40 ms with DC
330 ms with DC
Safe isolation according to EN 50178, EN 61010
Input/output (analog), input/output (relay),
input/output (transistor), input/supply
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300 V AC to ground
(suitable for measuring in 400 V AC three-phase networks)
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General data (continued)
MCR-S-1-5-UI-DCI
(-NC)
MCR-S-1-5-UI-SW-DCI
(-NC)
Test voltage
Input/output (analog), input/output (relay),
input/output (transistor), input/supply
4 kV, 50 Hz, 1 min.
Output (analog)/output (relay),
output (relay)/output (transistor)
4 kV, 50 Hz, 1 min.
500 V, 50 Hz, 1 min.
Output (analog)/output (transistor), output (analog)/supply
Ambient temperature (operation)
-20 °C ... 60 °C
Ambient temperature (storage/transport)
-40 °C ... 85 °C
≥ 2 min.
Module warm-up time
Supply voltage status indicator
Green LED
IP20
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Degree of protection
Mounting position
Any
Mounting
Any
22.5 mm x 99 mm x 114.5 mm
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Dimensions (W x H x D)
Housing material
Polyamide PA, non-reinforced
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Cl. I Zn. 2, AEx nC IIC T6 / Ex nC IIC T6
Cl. I Div. 2, Groups A, B, C and D
A) This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2,
Groups A, B, C and D or non-hazardous locations only.
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B) Warning - explosion hazard - substitution of components may impair
suitability for Class 1, Division 2.
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C) Warning - explosion hazard - do not disconnect equipment unless
power has been switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous.
EN 61000-4-2
Criterion B2
8 kV air discharge
EN 61000-4-3
Criterion A3
10 V/m
EN 61000-4-4
Criterion B2
EN 61000-4-5
Criterion B2
Electrostatic discharge (ESD)
Electromagnetic HF field
Fast transients (burst)
Input/output/power supply
Surge current load (surge)
Supply
on
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Input/output
in
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Conformance with EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC
Noise immunity test according to EN 61000-6-21
Conducted interference
2 kV / 5 kHz
2 kV / 42 Ω
1 kV / 2 Ω
EN 61000-4-6
Criterion A3
Input/output/power supply
10 V
Noise emission test according to EN 61000-6-4
Noise emission of housing
EN 550114
Class A5
1
EN 61000 corresponds to IEC 61000
2
Criterion B:
Temporary adverse effects on the operating behavior, which the device corrects automatically.
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Criterion A:
Normal operating behavior within the specified limits.
4
EN 55011 corresponds to CISPR11
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Class A:
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Order Key for the MCR-S-1-5-UI(-SW)-DCI Current Transducer
If incorrect or no customer order information is given, the standard configuration is delivered (shown as an example in the
ordering key).
Measuring Range Start
Value
Order No.
2814634
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0.00
MCR-S-1-5-UI-DCI
Measuring Range Final
Value
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5.00
Output signal
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OUT01
0 A ... 7.5 A
0.2 A ... 11 A
OUT01 = 0 mA ... 20 mA
0.00 = 0 A
5.00 = 5 A
OUT02 = 4 mA ... 20 mA
OUT03 = 0 V ... 10 V
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OUT04 = 2 V ... 10 V
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OUT05 = 0 V ... 5 V
OUT06 = 1 V ... 5 V
OUT13 = -5 V ... +5 V
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5.00
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OUT01
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0.00
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Threshold
value
Output signal
0 A ... 7.5 A
0.2 A ... 11 A
OUT01 = 0 mA ... 20 mA
0.00 = 0 A
5.00 = 5 A
OUT02 = 4 mA ... 20 mA
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2814650
Measuring
Range Final
Value
Measuring
RangeStart
Value
Order No.
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OUT14 = -10 V ... +10 V
OUT03 = 0 V ... 10 V
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OUT04 = 2 V ... 10 V
1 % ... 110 %
50 = 50 % of the
set measuring
range final value
(here: 2.5 A)
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Suppression
time
3.0
0.1 s ... 20 s
3.0 = 3 s
Switching behavior of relay and
transistor
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A
/
O
A = operating
currentcontrolled
O = Above
R = Closed
circuit currentcontrolled
U = Below
OUT05 = 0 V ... 5 V
OUT06 = 1 V ... 5 V
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OUT13 = -5 V ... +5 V
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OUT14 = -10 V ... +10 V
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4.2
Technical data for MCR-S-10-50-UI(-SW)-DCI(-NC) (measuring range 0 A ... 9.5 A to 0 A ... 55 A)
Measuring input
MCR-S-10-50-UI-DCI
(-NC)
Input current (AC, DC or distorted currents)
MCR-S-10-50-UI-SW-DCI
(-NC)
0 A ... 55 A (freely adjustable)
Frequency range
15 Hz ... 400 Hz
Through connection 10.5 mm2
Connection method
Overload capacity, continuous
Depends on the conductor
Current carrying capacity for 1 s
Depends on the conductor
Output
MCR-S-10-50-UI-DCI
(-NC)
MCR-S-10-50-UI-SW-DCI
(-NC)
0(4) mA ... 20 mA, 20 mA ... 0(4) mA / < 500 Ω
Output voltage/load
0(2) V ... 10 V, 10 V ... 0(2) V / > 10 kΩ
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Output current/load
0(1) V ... 5 V, 5 V ... 0(1) V / > 10 kΩ
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±10 V, ± 5 V / > 10 kΩ
MCR-S-10-50-UI-DCI
(-NC)
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Switching output
Relay Output
MCR-S-10-50-UI-SW-DCI
(-NC)
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1 PDT
AgSnO2, hard gold-plated
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Contact material
Max. switching voltage
30 V AC / 36 V DC
50 mA
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Continuous current load capacity
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If the specified maximum values are exceeded, the gold coating will be damaged. In subsequent operation, the following maximum
switchingvoltages and currents apply: 250 V AC/DC; 2A.
Transistor output
Maximum transistor current
Suppression time
General data
Supply voltage:
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Threshold value switch status indicator
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Output voltage during event
Threshold setting
Current consumption (without load)
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Transmission error of nominal value under nominal conditions:
Measuring range nominal value:
operate threshold from measuring range nominal value
Input signal form:
Measurement mode:
Ambient temperature:
Supply voltage:
Temperature coefficient
Measuring rate
Step response (10% ... 90 %)
–
PNP output
80 mA (not short-circuit-proof)
1 V under supply voltage
–
1 % ... 110 %
–
0.1 s ... 20 s
–
Yellow LED
MCR-S-10-50-UI-DCI
(-NC)
MCR-S-10-50-UI-SW-DCI
(-NC)
20 V DC ... 30 V DC
Approximately 40 mA
Approximately 50 mA
< 0.5 %
0 A ... 50 A
0.8 %
50 Hz - sine
true r.m.s. value
23 °C
24 V DC
< 0.025%/K
40 measurements/s with DC
5 measurements/s with AC
40 ms with DC
330 ms with AC
Safe isolation according to EN 50178, EN 61010
Input/output (analog), input/output (relay),
input/output (transistor), input/supply
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300 V AC to ground
(suitable for measuring in 400 V AC three-phase networks)
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General data (continued)
MCR-S-10-50-UI-DCI
(-NC)
MCR-S-10-50-UI-SW-DCI
(-NC)
Test voltage
Input/output (analog), input/output (relay),
input/output (transistor), input/supply
4 kV, 50 Hz, 1 min.
Output (analog)/output (relay),
output (relay)/output (transistor)
4 kV, 50 Hz, 1 min.
500 V, 50 Hz, 1 min.
Output (analog)/output (transistor), output (analog)/supply
Ambient temperature (operation)
-20 °C ... 60 °C
Ambient temperature (storage/transport)
-40 °C ... 85 °C
≥ 2 min.
Module warm-up time
Supply voltage status indicator
Green LED
IP20
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Degree of protection
Mounting position
Any
Mounting
Any
22.5 mm x 99 mm x 114.5 mm
Housing material
Polyamide PA, non-reinforced
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Dimensions (W x H x D)
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LOCATIONS 31ZN
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Approvals
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Cl. I, Zn. 2, AEx nC IIC T6 / Ex nC IIC T6
Cl. I Div. 2, Groups A, B, C and D
A) This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2,
Groups A, B, C and D or non-hazardous locations only.
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B) Warning - explosion hazard - substitution of components may impair
suitability for Class 1, Division 2.
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C) Warning - explosion hazard - do not disconnect equipment unless
power has been switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous.
EN 61000-4-2
Criterion B2
8 kV air discharge
EN 61000-4-3
Criterion A3
10 V/m
EN 61000-4-4
Criterion B2
EN 61000-4-5
Criterion B2
Electrostatic discharge (ESD)
Electromagnetic HF field
Fast transients (burst)
Input/output/power supply
Surge current load (surge)
Supply
on
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Input/output
in
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Conformance with EMC Directive 2004/108/EG and Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EG
Noise immunity test according to EN 61000-6-21
Conducted interference
2 kV / 5 kHz
2 kV / 42 Ω
1 kV / 2 Ω
EN 61000-4-6
Criterion A3
Input/output/power supply
10 V
Noise emission test according to EN 61000-6-4
Noise emission of housing
EN 550114
Class A5
1
EN 61000 corresponds to IEC 61000
2
Criterion B:
Temporary adverse effects on the operating behavior, which the device corrects automatically.
3
Criterion A:
Normal operating behavior within the specified limits.
4
EN 55011 corresponds to CISPR11
5
Class A:
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Industrial application, without special installation measures.
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Order Key for the MCR-S-10-50-UI(-SW)-DCI current transducer
If incorrect or no customer order information is given, the standard configuration is delivered (shown as an example in the
ordering key).
Order No.
Measuring range start value
2814647
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0.0
MCR-S-10-50-UI-DCI
Measuring range final value
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50.0
Output signal
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OUT01
0 A ... 37.5 A
9.5 A ... 55 A
OUT01 = 0 mA ... 20 mA
0.0 = 0 A
50.0 = 50 A
OUT02 = 4 mA ... 20 mA
OUT03 = 0 V ... 10 V
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OUT04 = 2 V ... 10 V
OUT05 = 0 V ... 5 V
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OUT06 = 1 V ... 5 V
OUT13 = -5 V ... +5 V
0.0
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50.0
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OUT01
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-UI-SWI-DCI
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Threshold
value
Output signal
0 A ... 37.5 A
9.5 A ... 55 A
OUT01 = 0 mA ... 20 mA
0.0 = 0 A
50.0 = 50 A
OUT02 = 4 mA ... 20 mA
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Measuring
range final
value
Measuring
rangestart
value
Order No.
s.
OUT14 = -10 V ... +10 V
OUT03 = 0 V ... 10 V
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OUT04 = 2 V ... 10 V
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50
1 % ... 110 %
50 = 50 % of the
set measuring
range final value
(here: 25 A)
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Suppression
time
3.0
0.1 s ... 20 s
3.0 = 3 s
Switching behavior of relay and
transistor
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A
/
O
A = Operating
currentcontrolled
O = Above
R = Closed
circuit currentcontrolled
U = Below
OUT05 = 0 V ... 5 V
OUT06 = 1 V ... 5 V
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OUT13 = -5 V ... +5 V
OUT14 = -10 V ... +10 V
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Design
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MCR-S-10-50-UI-SW-DCI
Structure using the example of the MCR-S-...-UI-SW-DCI(-NC) current transducer with relay and transistor
output
Metal lock for mounting on the DIN rail
Upper part of housing slides open for DIP switch setting
Programming interface
TIME potentiometer for threshold value suppression
time (only for MCR-S-...-UI-SW-DCI(-NC))
"SW" LED (yellow): Threshold value switch
(only for MCR-S-...-UI-SW-DCI(-NC))
"POWER" LED (green): Supply voltage
ZERO/SPAN potentiometer
Threshold value potentiometer
(only for MCR-S-...-UI-SW-DCI(-NC))
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The potentiometers on the front should only be
adjusted using a screwdriver, which is safely
isolated from the voltage at the input.
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Cable feed-through
(only for MCR-S-10-50-UI(-SW)-DCI(-NC))
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Installation and startup
6.1
Safety notes
6.2
Connection to the input terminal blocks (MCR-S-1-5-...-DCI)
or passing the live conductor through the current transducer
(MCR-S-10-50-...-DCI) induces a magnetic flux in the stripwound core. The magnetic flux density is measured using a
Hall sensor and converted proportionally from the input
current to a voltage (Hall voltage). A subsequent true r.m.s.
value converter enables DC, AC, and distorted currents to
be measured. The signal is amplified for further processing
and made available as a proportional analog signal at the
output.
During operation, certain parts of this electric
measuring transducer may carry hazardous
voltages. Disregarding this warning may
result in serious personal injury or damage to
property.
Product designation Modules must only be
installed and started by qualified personnel.
Qualified personnel are people who, because
of their education, experience and
instruction and their knowledge of relevant
standards, regulations, accident prevention
and service conditions, have been
authorized by those responsible for the
safety of the plant, to carry out any required
operations and who are able to recognize
and avoid any possible dangers.
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For applications with high operating
voltages, ensure sufficient distance or
insulation and provide shock protection.
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Safe and error-free operation of this device
can only be ensured if transport, storage, and
assembly are carried out correctly and
operation and maintenance are carried out
with care.
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When operating this electric measuring
transducer, the national regulations
(e.g., in Germany, VDE 0100 "Conditions for the
Erection of Electrical Power Installations with
Nominal Voltages Below 1000 V") must be
observed during the installation and selection of
the electrical conductors.
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The potentiometers on the front should only
be adjusted using a screwdriver, which is
safely isolated from the voltage at the input.
6.3
Pin assignment
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The transducer must not be started up when
the housing is open.
Method of operation
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Connection
terminal
block
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Description
(12) N/C contact1
(11) Center contact1
(14) N/O contact1
Not used
10 A input2
5 A input2
1 A input2
Reference ground for 1, 5, and 10 A input2
Current output
Voltage output
Reference ground for current or voltage
output
Reference ground for current or voltage
output
Operating voltage (+24 V DC)
Reference ground for operating voltage
Transistor output1
Reference ground for transistor output1
1
Only for MCR-S-...-SW-DCI(-NC)
2
Only for MCR-S-1-5-(-SW)-DCI(-NC)
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6.4
Startup
6.5.1
Configuration or programming
Before starting up the measuring transducer, please ensure
that the module configuration data matches the measuring
requirements. The configuration data for a preconfigured
device can be found on the right hand side of the housing.
The MCR-S-...-DCI generation offers the advantage of a
choice between configuration and programming.
MCR/PI-CONF-WIN software can be used to freely program
the true r.m.s. value current transducer.
If you are using an unconfigured transducer, there is a
standard configuration which can be found in the order keys
on page 6 and page 9. If the desired configuration does not
match the label on the side of the housing or the standard
configuration, refer to the section below.
Programming is explained in the software manual. The
user-friendly configuration software runs under all popular
Windows operating systems.
6.5
The rest of this section deals with configuration:
6.5.2
Programming
Configuration
or
programming
Opening the housing
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Software
package
The transducer must not be started up when the
housing is open.
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Configuration via DIP switches
Release the locked upper part of the housing on both sides
with the help of a screwdriver. The upper part of the housing
and the electronics can now be pulled out approximately
3 cm.
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Fine adjustment of
the measuring
Yes
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Configuration of the
analog output
No
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Opening the housing
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Configuration of the
threshold value output
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Configuration of the input
current range and
measuring process
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Threshold value
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Configuration flowchart
In addition to programming, modules can be parameterized
using DIP switches and potentiometers.
Ready for operation
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Configuration flowchart
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6.5.3
Configuration of the input current range and
measuring process
(Rough setting via DIP switches)
Use DIP switch 9 to select the measuring process (true
r.m.s. value or arithmetic average value).
DIP 9
OFF
DIP
ON
Description
True r.m.s. value (AC and DC without
without sign bitdetection)
Arithmetic average value (DC with sign
bitdetection)
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True r.m.s. value: The true r.m.s. value of an AC current
corresponds by definition to the steady-state value that
results from the instantaneous values of this current. This
steady-state value generates the same thermal work in an
ohmic resistor as a DC current of identical magnitude. The
term "true r.m.s. value" simply indicates that distorted and
pulsating currents are also measured.
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The arithmetic average value can be used to make bipolar
DC currents available as analog standard signals at the
output.
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Description
Configuration via DIP switches/
programming via software
Input current measurement: True r.m.s.
value/arithmetic average value
Operating current/closed circuit current
behavior1
Above threshold value/
Below threshold value1
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DIP
DIP switches
Setting the analog output signal
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Figure 4
Arithmetic average value: The arithmetic average value is
used to measure DC currents or to filter a DC portion from a
pulsating current. Using the arithmetic average value on a
symmetrical AC current would result in the measured value
being "0".
Setting the input measuring range
Only for MCR-S-...-SW-DCI(-NC)
Setting DIP switch 10 to configuration mode (DIP switch 10
to "OFF") switches all potentiometers to "active".
DIP 10
OFF
ON
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Configuration via DIP switches
Programming via software (DIP switches 1
to 9 and potentiometer settings not relevant)
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SPAN
Nominal
SPAN
DIP 1 DIP 2
range1
potentiopotentiometer
meter
-25%
+25%
Measuring range: 0 A ... 9.38 A to 0 A ... 55 A
0 A ... 37.5 A 0 A ... 50.0 A 0 A ... 55.0 A OFF OFF
0 A ... 24.4 A 0 A ... 32.5 A 0 A ... 40.6 A OFF ON
0 A ... 15.0 A 0 A ... 20.0 A 0 A ... 25.0 A ON OFF
0 A ... 9.38 A 0 A ... 12.5 A 0 A ... 15.6 A ON
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The nominal range is adapted
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DIP 4
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
DIP 5
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
DIP 6
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
Configuration of the Threshold Value Output
The relay and transistor output of the threshold value
versions (MCR-S-...-SW-DCI) are set after the input
measuring range and the analog output have been adapted.
The nominal range is adapted
MCR-S-10-50-...DCI: Optimum use of the measuring
range
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6.5.5
DIP 3
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
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0 mA ... 20 mA
20 mA ... 0 mA
4 mA ... 20 mA
20 mA ... 4 mA
0 V ... 10 V
10 V ... 0 V
0 V ... 5 V
5 V ... 0 V
1 V ... 5 V
5 V ... 1 V
-10 V ... 10 V
10 V ... -10 V
-5 V ... 5 V
5 V ... -5 V
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SPAN
Nominal
SPAN
DIP 1 DIP 2
range1
potentiopotentiometer
meter
-25%
+25%
1 A input: Measuring range: 0 A ... 0.18 A to 0 A ...1.1 A
0 A ... 0.75 A 0 A ... 1.00 A 0 A ... 1.10 A OFF OFF
0 A ... 0.48 A 0 A ... 0.65 A 0 A ... 0.81 A OFF ON
0 A ... 0.30 A 0 A ... 0.40 A 0 A ... 0.50 A ON OFF
0 A ... 0.18 A 0 A ... 0.25 A 0 A ... 0.31 A ON
ON
5 A input: Measuring range: 0 ... 0.94 A to 0 ... 5.5 A
0 A ... 3.75 A 0 A ... 5.00 A 0 A ... 5.50 A OFF OFF
0 A ... 2.43 A 0 A ... 3.25 A 0 A ... 4.06 A OFF ON
0 A ... 1.50 A 0 A ... 2.00 A 0 A ... 2.50 A ON OFF
0 A ... 0.94 A 0 A ... 1.25 A 0 A ... 1.56 A ON
ON
10 A input: Measuring range: 0 ... 4.87 A to 0 ... 11 A
0 A ... 7.50 A 0 A ... 10.0 A 0 A ... 11.00 A OFF OFF
0 A ... 4.87 A 0 A ... 6.5 A 0 A ... 8.12 A OFF ON
Configuration of the analog output
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MCR-S-1-5-...DCI: Optimum use of the measuring
ranges
Setting the switching threshold
The diagrams below (Figure 5 to Figure 8 on page 15)
illustrate the four possible switching behavior options for the
relay and transistor output. The various options for the
operating behavior in threshold value mode are divided
according to:
– Operating current or closed circuit current principle
– Threshold value triggered when value is below
threshold
– Value is above threshold value
If necessary, the corresponding switching behavior can be
set via DIP switch 7 and DIP switch 8.
DIP 7 DIP 8 Switching Behavior of Relay
and Transistor Output
Operating current-controlled
OFF OFF
when above threshold value
Operating current-controlled
ON OFF
when below threshold value
Closed circuit current-controlled
OFF ON
when above threshold value
Closed circuit current-controlled
ON
ON
when below threshold value
See
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7
Figure 8
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Switching behavior of relay and transistor output for the current transducer
IIN
IIN
SW condition
SW condition
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Operating
voltage UB
Operating
voltage UB
( H)
( H)
( L)
( L)
t
(0)
t
(0)
t1
t1
t
(1)
Function diagram: Operating currentcontrolled when above threshold value
t
t
(0)
Relay contact
(1)
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t1
Figure 6
Function diagram: Closed circuit currentcontrolled when above threshold value
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Relay N/C
contact
t1
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Relay N/O contact (1)
and transistor output
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Relay N/O contact (1)
and transistor output
(0)
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SW condition
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Operating
voltage UB
( H)
( L)
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Function diagram: Operating currentcontrolled when below threshold value
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( H)
( L)
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Relay N/O contact
(1)
and transistor output
(0)
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(0)
(1)
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Relay N/O contact (1)
and transistor output
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Relay contact
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Function diagram: Closed circuit currentcontrolled when below threshold value
(0) = N/O contact and transistor open, N/C contact closed, LED off
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(1) = N/O contact and transistor closed, N/C contact open, LED on
t1 can be set via software and potentiometer
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ZERO and SPAN behavior (±25% each) are shown in
Figure 10 and Figure 11:
– ZERO potentiometer for zero point adjustment
– SPAN potentiometer for final value adjustment
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100
SPAN -25%
IN
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Offset (ZERO) behavior
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Ground terminal
block
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Allow the module to warm up for 2 minutes before
starting the adjustment procedure.
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MC-Nr.:
When using the MCR-S-...-DCI, ensure you use
the correct signal input terminal block for your
measuring range.
Signal input
terminal block
7
6
5
10
V
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When the green "POWER" LED is lit, the operating voltage
of 20 V DC ... 30 V DC is connected.
Signal input
range
1A
5A
10 A
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Close the module after roughly setting the input current
range and preselecting the output signal.
Connect the module to the signal lines and the
operating voltage according to the instructions in
"Electrical connection" on page 11.
20 T
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Analog Output
0
Fine adjustment of the measuring transducer
SPAN
+25% -25%
IN
-100
100
[%]
-100
-110
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Final value (SPAN) behavior
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Threshold value output
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Figure 12
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Adjustment structure
–
After connecting the operating voltage and signal lines,
first adjust the zero point (offset). There should be no
signal at the input (IE = 0).
The analog output must correspond to a preselected
output signal from the table on page 14. Adjust any
inaccuracies using the ZERO potentiometer.
To adjust the measuring range final value, a current
should be specified which is the same level as the final
value if possible. If this is not possible, one of the
following adjustment formulae should be used:
IE
(I - I ))
IA = I0 + (–––
IME x MA 0
IE
UA = U0 + (–––
* (UMA - U0))
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Example:
The current transducer is to be set to the following values:
IME = 5 A
Output measuring range: 0 mA ... 20 mA
I0 = 0 mA
–
–
•
When the yellow "SW" LED lights up (relay and transistor
status display), the N/O contact of the PDT contact is closed
and the N/C contact of the PDT contact is opened. The
transistor output switches through.
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Input measuring range: 0 A ... 5 A
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Signal output
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Signal input
A
A
V UA
Specify a current for the module, which corresponds to
the threshold value:
Set the TIME potentiometer to "0 s" and turn the
threshold value potentiometer according to the
following instructions (see Figure 5 to Figure 8 on
page 15):
For Figure 5: Turn the threshold value potentiometer
until the yellow "SW" LED lights up.
For Figure 6: Turn the threshold value potentiometer
until the yellow "SW" LED goes out.
For Figure 7: Turn the threshold value potentiometer
until the yellow "SW" LED goes out.
For Figure 8: Turn the threshold value potentiometer
until the yellow "SW" LED lights up.
To prevent switching behavior at the binary output level
during a brief overcurrent, a suppression time must be
set using the TIME potentiometer. If the increased
current is present for longer than the specified
suppression time, the preselected switching behavior
becomes active. The available setting range is 0 to
20 seconds.
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IMA = 20 mA
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Constant current for configuration
IE = 3 A
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Adjust the calculated output current using the SPAN
potentiometer to IA = 12 mA. When the voltage output is
used, the same adjustment procedure is necessary.
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Software package (adapter)
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7
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As an alternative to setting via DIP switches, the module can
be programmed using the MCR/PI-CONF-WIN
configuration software (Order No. 2814799).
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All configuration parameters can be entered in the
computer
The parameters entered in the computer can be saved
to the measuring transducer
The parameters available in the module can be
exported
The parameters can be saved to a drive of your choice
A side-panel label can be created
The programmed module parameters can be printed
Bar graph display
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Software features
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The MCR-TTL/RS232-E software adapter cable
(Order No. 2814388) can be used to connect the computer
and the current transducer. This cable has a stereo jack
connector on one end for connection to the current
transducer and a 25-pos. D-SUB female connector on the
other end for connection to a computer. For connection to
the computer, an adapter cable for the interface converter is
usually required (9-pos. D-SUB female connector to 25-pos.
D-SUB male connector, Order No. 2761295).
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Application examples
8.1
Motor current measurement
Controller
Frequency inverter
1
12
6
5A
2
11
7
1A
3
14
4
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TIME
0
sec
OUT
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POWER
+ 24V
⁄
0
GND 1
$
GND 2
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SW
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GND 2
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GND 1
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SW
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OFFSET
10 A
Pow er
N
5
SW
Relais
L1
Motor current measurement
Mains voltage
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24V
Acquisition of motor current peak loads
2
11
1A
3
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5A
7
8
Figure 14
0
sec
OUT
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POWER
+ 24V
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GND 1
$
GND 2
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SW
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GND 2
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GND 1
&
1
2
3
Maintenance
interval counter
⁄
30
24V
Mains voltage
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TIME
OFFSET
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GAIN
1
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10 A
Pow er
Relais
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The use of Product designation modules in one or more supply phases of the motor enables what is known as "motor
monitoring" (Figure 13). The MCR current transducer can transfer corresponding standard signals about the motor load to
the control system or service personnel. The true r.m.s. value measurement process means that AC, DC, and distorted
currents can be measured. Even higher frequency currents up to 1 kHz can be acquired.
Acquisition of motor current peak loads
Large industrial motors must be overhauled and serviced at regular intervals. Installing an MCR current transducer in one
phase of the motor feed line enables pulses to be generated with the relay or transistor switching output that can be
measured using a simple meter (Figure 14). The service personnel can then use the motor starts and peak loads as a basis
to provide efficient maintenance corresponding to the number of overloads.
8.3
Lighting monitoring
MCR current transducers can be used for monitoring lighting. If the strength of the current in a circuit is above or below a
specified value after a suppressed switch-on time, there is a fault in the lighting circuit. If the lighting circuit fails, this signal
status can be passed on to another control unit and the emergency lighting can be switched on. The same method can also
be used with other power loads.
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