BGX501-742-R01, APEX 100 User Manual
2.4 Rack Mounting Enclosures
Two rack mounting enclosures are available:
1. Meter Enclosure for a single meter (11”)
2. Meter Enclosure for two meters (19”)
A standardised Essailec plug-in connector is used, of the same type as used by other meters according to
standard DIN 43862. The cable connection is made in the rear of the sub-rack. The meter is connected via the
contact pins after insertion. The connector has a short-circuit protection feature for electrical circuits, permitting
the meter to be withdrawn and inserted into the sub-rack during operation. The Essailec connector is used for
the voltage, current, APS terminals & pulse I/O connections. Communication channels for serial, Ethernet etc
are in the form of RJ45 connector are connected and removed manually.
Figure 18: Single Meter Enclosure
Figure 19: Double Enclosure
The Apex 100 is compatible with single 11” or double 19” standard rack installations.