UK
IO-Link master
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Data corruption and loss
A minimum distance between the cabling and possible sources of interference (e�g�, machines, wel-
ding equipment, power lines) is defined in the applicable regulations and standards� During system
planning and installation, these regulations and standards must be taken into account and observed�
Protect the bus cables from sources of electric/magnetic interference and mechanical strain�
Observe the following guidelines regarding “electromagnetic compatibility” (EMC) to keep mechanical
risks and interference to a minimum�
9.1 Mechanical strain
► Choose the correct cable type for the respective application (e�g�, indoor or
outdoor installation, drag chains)�
► Observe the minimum bending radius�
► Make sure that cables do not enter the shear area of moving machine parts�
► Do not install bus cables at right angles to driving routes and machine
movements�
► Use cable ducts and cable bridges�
► Observe the specifications of the cables used�
9.2 Sources of interference
Signal cables and power supply lines should not be installed in parallel�
► If necessary, metal isolating segments should be placed between the power
supply lines and signal cables�
► Only use connectors with metal housing and connect as much of the shielding
as possible to the housing�
► For outdoor cables between buildings, make sure that grounding is carried out
in accordance with “Installing network/bus cables between buildings”�
► During installation, all connector locking mechanisms (screws, union nuts)
must be firmly tightened in order to ensure the best possible contact between
shielding and ground� Before initial startup, the ground or shielding connection
of cables must be checked for low-resistance continuity�
9.3 Cable routing in control cabinets
► Install network/bus cables in separate cable ducts or separate cable bundles�
► Where possible, do not install network/bus cables parallel to power supply
lines�
► Install network/bus cables at least 10 cm away from power lines�
9.4 Cable routing in buildings
► Where possible, use metal cable hangers�
