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As field devices, the Irinos boxes are suitable for use in closed enclosures, e.g. in switch cabinets, and for placement on or near the measuring device.

Especially in the case of larger systems, placement close to the measuring device is preferable. It offers two important advantages:

oThe cables of the measuring probes, incremental encoders and other sensors can be very short. The quality of the analog signals at the measuring input is therefore particularly good. In addition, this simplifies cable routing far from possible sources of interference.

oReplacing a probe, e.g. in case of a defect, is easier.

 

For trouble-free operation of the Irinos system, take this into account:

Always place the Irinos boxes away from possible sources of interference, such as converters or motor cables.

 

Protection against dust and water is an important factor when choosing a suitable location. The Irinos boxes are designed in such a way that they are impermeable to the usual soiling. In order to comply with this, however, suitable connectors for the connected cables are required. However, most of the standard probes and incremental encoders on the market have connectors with a low degree of protection. These connectors would have to be replaced in order to achieve the degree of protection.

It is therefore advisable to place the Irinos boxes in such a way that little protection is sufficient or no protection at all is required.

 

The Irinos boxes have a low inherent heat development and are designed for industrial ambient temperatures. In addition, the integrated measuring electronics are particularly temperature-stable.

Nevertheless, choose a location with moderate ambient temperatures. The permissible temperature range is specified in the respective data sheet. In particular, avoid placing the device near heat sources such as heat sinks of other devices or heating elements.