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SCT-1100 Weight Transmitter
2.4
Grounding the System
For proper grounding and optimal functioning of the system, it is necessary to create a single point ground in
proximity of the instrument on which to connect the ground of the instrument connected cables. Connect the
ground point of the instrument, load cells and weighing structure directly to the ground bar of the electric panel or
to a grounding rod.
2.4.1
Instrument
Create a single point ground in proximity to the instrument, on which to connect the ground of the instrument and
the connected shielded cables (load cell cable, serial ports cables, etc.).
Example: use an end connector terminal block and connect this point to ground with a 4 mm
2
cable.
In the
SCT-1100
indicator, connect the terminal 2 (GND) to earth with a ground cable having a diameter as large as
possible (maximum diameter supported: 2.5 mm²).
2.4.2
Load Cells and Junction Box
When the load cells are connected to the instrument through a junction box, the shielding of the cell cables and the
instrument must be connected to the grounding of the junction box.
When the load cells are directly connected to the instrument, the shielding of the cell cables must be connected to
the single point ground. Use a cable having a 4 mm² diameter, if the single ground is a few feet away; use a copper
cable having at least a 16 mm² diameter, for longer distances.
Use a ground plate of a length to obtain a total resistance of grounding lower than 1
Ω
.
System cabling should be kept as short as possible to minimize noise potential. After exiting conduit or other
shielding, a ferrite should be used prior to conductor termination.
Figure 2-1. Grounding Example
Procedures not expressly described in this manual are considered improper use of the equipment.
Ensure the platform is level or the loading cells are resting evenly.
All connections must be made with respect to local zone and environment standards.
Follow the recommended electrical precautionary measures described in
Make sure that the grounding is made correctly. See
Non weighing
structure (silo)
Weighing
structure
Load cell
U-bolt between
plate under cell
and weighing
structure (not
supplied)
04,6 – 16 mm²
earth cable
section (not
supplied)
08 – 50 mm²
earth cable
section (not
supplied)
Junction
box
Grounding
Strap
SCT
IMPORTANT
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