Appendix
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Siemens AG 6RX1700-0DD74
SIMOREG DC-MASTER Converter Commutation Protector Operating Instructions
11.5 Environmental
compatibility
Environmental aspects during development
The use of highly-integrated components has enabled the number of parts to be kept to a
minimum, with energy being used as efficiently as possible during production as a result.
Particular emphasis has been placed on ensuring that the metal and plastic parts have a low
volume and low weight, and that the number of different types is kept to a minimum.
Front parts:
PC + ABS
Cycoloy
GE-Plastics
ABS Novodur
Bayer
Plastic parts in the unit:
PC
Lexan 141-R
PA 6.6
SE1-GFN1 Noryl
Insulation materials:
PC (FR) fl
Makrolon or Lexan
Rating plate:
Polyester film
Pollutant-free materials have been used for all significant parts. No flame retardants containing
halogen or insulation materials containing silicon have been used.
Environmental compatibility was a key criterion in selecting supplier parts.
Environmental aspects during production
The majority of supplier parts are transported in reusable packaging. The packaging materialitself
can be reused, it mainly comprises cardboard.
With the exception of the enclosure, no surface coatings have been used.
The production processes do not produce any emissions.
Environmental aspects for disposal
The unit features screw-in and snap-in connections that can be easily released in order to separate
it into different mechanical components for recycling purposes.
The printed circuit boards may be used in recycling processes involving energy recovery. The
proportion of components containing hazardous substances is low.
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