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SCC-SG Series Strain-Gauge Modules User Guide
The socket you choose determines which DAQ device channels receive the
SCC-SG0
X
or SCC-SG24 signals, as explained in the
If you are using an SCC-SG11 for shunt calibration, plug it into any digital
input/output (DIO) socket J(
X
+9), where
X
is 0 to 7. This is not a dual-stage
configuration. You must connect the SCC-SG11 to the bridge configuration
using additional wires. Refer to the
Shunt Calibration Using the SCC-SG11
section.
Connecting Strain-Gauge Input Signals
The SCC-SG
XX
has a fixed screw-terminal receptacle and a removable
screw-terminal block, as shown in Figure 1.
Note
The SCC-SG11 has a four-terminal screw-terminal receptacle. Refer to the
Calibration Using the SCC-SG11
for more information about using the SCC-SG11.
Figure 1.
SCC-SG
XX
Two-Part Screw-Terminal System
After you install the SCC-SG
XX
, complete the following steps to connect
the signal lines to the module:
1.
Remove power from the signal lines.
2.
Strip 7 mm (0.25 in.) of insulation from the ends of the signal wires.
1
SCC Screw-Terminal Receptacle
2
Removable Screw-Terminal Block
3
2
1
SCC-SG
XX
6
5
4
1
2
