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II - DCE FEL ČVUT v Praze

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Mechanical Configuration of an Automation System with SIMATIC S7 Ex Modules<br />

1.10.2 Use of Ex Assemblies in Hazardous Areas<br />

”Ex -d”<br />

switch<br />

”Ex -e”<br />

cabinet<br />

1-42<br />

24 V DC<br />

power supply<br />

It is basically possible to install a SIMATIC assembly in a hazardous area,<br />

i.e. zone 1 or 2. However, the system installer must implement additional<br />

measures in order to protect the modules. Two types of protection are<br />

available:<br />

the Ex assembly is installed in a pressurized enclosure;<br />

the Ex assembly is installed in a flameproof enclosure.<br />

The figure below shows a possible assembly in a flameproof enclosure with<br />

an increased-safety terminal compartment.<br />

PS<br />

Automation system<br />

IM<br />

CPU<br />

”Ex e” terminal<br />

L2DP bus line<br />

Fig. 1-18 SIMATIC Ex modules in hazardous area<br />

SMs<br />

”Ex i”<br />

terminals<br />

Ex sensors/actuators<br />

Non-Ex<br />

cable duct<br />

EX (i)<br />

cable duct<br />

”Ex -d”<br />

cabinet<br />

Zone 1/2<br />

Safe area<br />

I/O Modules with Intrinsically-Safe Signals<br />

C79000-G7076-C152-04

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