Product Details
The Emerson CON011/916-200, also cataloged as the CON011/916-200 Eddy Current Signal Converter, operates as a dedicated hardware component for conditioning proximity probe signals within rotating machinery diagnostic systems.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | CON011/916-200 |
| Brand | Emerson |
| Base Model | CON011/916-200 |
| Origin | Germany |
| Weight | 600 g |
| Dimensions | Enclosure configured with 4 x M5 mounting points |
| Operating Temp | -30 to +100 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Powered via negative DC supply input |
| Supply Voltage | -23 VDC to -32 VDC |
| Output Signal Range | -4 VDC to -20 VDC (standard), -2 VDC to -18 VDC (alternative) |
| Frequency Response | 0 to 20 kHz (-3 dB) |
| Signal Rise Time | Less than 15 us |
| Shock Resistance | Up to 5 g at 60 Hz (25 deg C reference) |
| Protection Rating | IP65 |
| Housing Material | Die-cast aluminum alloy (GD-AlSi9Cu3) |
4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol and Channel-to-Channel Isolation
The CON011/916-200 processes high-frequency signals generated by eddy current proximity sensors into proportional linear analog outputs. Designed with low-noise internal signal conditioning paths, the module provides channel isolation to prevent earth loop interferences from disturbing plant-wide 4-20 mA HART instrument loops and DCS monitoring racks connected across the machinery protection network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What power supply range is required for the operation of the CON011/916-200 converter?
A: The converter operates with a negative DC supply voltage rated typically between -23 VDC and -32 VDC.
Q: What is the dynamic frequency response capacity of this signal conditioner?
A: The module handles dynamic signal conversion with a frequency response (-3 dB bandwidth) ranging from 0 to 20 kHz and a signal rise time under 15 us.
Q: What environmental protection rating does the die-cast housing offer for field enclosure mounting?
A: The GD-AlSi9Cu3 die-cast aluminum enclosure provides an IP65 protection rating against dust ingress and water jets, operating within -30 to +100 deg C.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Secure the IP65 aluminum enclosure onto a flat mounting plate or panel using 4 x M5 industrial screws.
- Verify that the incoming supply line provides negative DC potential within the range of -23 VDC to -32 VDC before energizing.
- Route proximity sensor leads through sealed cable glands to maintain the IP65 environmental rating.
- Terminate overall signal line shielding at a single grounding point near the monitoring system cabinet to prevent ground loop currents.
- Confirm that field wiring leads maintain proper clearance from high-voltage AC cables to eliminate electromagnetic interference.
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