Burkert 8792 - Remote.operation.with.external.position.sensor; Mounting Accessories

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Type 8792, 8793
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12.4. Remote operation with external position sensor
In the case of this model, the positioner has no position sensor in the form of a rotary position sensor, but an
external position sensor.
Depending on the model of Type 8792/8793, there are the following connection options:
Device type Interface Position sensor Setting in the menu
(ADD.FUNCTION)
Type 8792 Remote digital (serial) Remote Sensor Type 8798
–
Type 8793 Remote
digital (serial) Remote Sensor Type 8798
POS.SENSOR → DIGITAL
For menu description see
“26.2.19”
analog (4 ... 20 mA) *
Any, high-resolution position
sensor
POS.SENSOR → ANALOG
For menu description see
“26.2.19”
Table 13: Connection options of position sensor
* If the position sensor is connected to the process controller Type 8793 via the analog interface, it can be
operated only as a positioner.
12.4.1. Mounting accessories
There are two options of attaching the Type 8792/8793 in remote operation (see “Figure 21”).
Installation on a DIN rail with accessory kit,
part no. 675702
Installation on a wall with accessory kit,
part no. 675715
Figure 21: Attachment types in remote operation