5 Mounting and sensor wiring for
remote core processor with remote
sensor installations
Topics covered in this chapter:
• Mounting options
• Mount the remote core processor
• Prepare the 4-wire cable
• Wire the transmitter to the remote core processor
• Prepare the 9-wire cable
• Wire the remote core processor to the sensor using jacketed cable
• Wire the remote core processor to the sensor using shielded or armored cable
• Rotate the user interface on the transmitter (optional)
• Ground the meter components
5.1 Mounting options
There are two options available for mounting the transmitter:
• Mount the transmitter to a wall or flat surface.
• Mount the transmitter to an instrument pole.
5.1.1 Mount the transmitter to a wall
Prerequisites
• Micro Motion recommends the use of 5/16-18 (8 mm–1.25) fasteners that can
withstand the process environment. Micro Motion does not supply bolts or nuts as
part of the standard offering (general purpose bolts and nuts are available as an
option).
• Ensure that the surface is flat and rigid, does not vibrate, or move excessively.
• Confirm that you have the necessary tools, and the mounting kit shipped with the
transmitter.
Procedure
1. If desired, re-orient the transmitter on the mounting bracket.
a. Remove the junction end-cap from the junction housing.
Mounting and sensor wiring for remote core processor with remote sensor installations
48 Micro Motion
®
Model 1700 and 2700
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