SICK FLOWSIC600

Installation
34 FLOWSIC600 · Operating Instructions · 8010458 V2.0 · © SICK MAIHAK GmbH
3.4.2 Cable specifications
Power supply 12 … 28.8 V DC
Digital output / current output
Serial port (RS485)
WARNING:
The cables must fulfill the requirements for use in hazardous areas (e.g set
forth in EN 60079-14 or other relevant standards).
Specification Notes
Type of cable Two conductors Connect shielding (if present) to
ground terminal
Min./ max. cross-
sectional area
0.5 mm² / 1.5 mm² (16 to 20 AWG)
Maximum cable length Depending on loop resistance;
Minimum input voltage on the
FLOWSIC600 12 V
Peak current 150 mA
Cable diameter 6 ... 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch) Fixing range of the cable glands
Specification Notes
Type of cable Twisted pair, shielded Connect shielding at other end to
ground terminal
Min./ max. cross-
sectional area
2 x 0.5 mm
2
(2 x 20 AWG)
Do not connect unused
conductor pairs and prevent
them from accidental short-
circuit
Maximum cable length Loop resistance under load ≤ 250 Ω
Cable diameter 6 ... 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch) Fixing range of the cable glands
Specification Notes
Type of cable Twisted pair, shielded,
impedance approx. 120Ω
Connect shielding at other end to
ground terminal
Min./ max. cross-
sectional area
2 x 0.5 mm
2
(2 x 20 AWG)
Maximum cable length 500 m at 0.5 mm²
1000 m at 0,75 mm² (1500 ft for 20
AWG)
Do not connect unused lead
pairs and prevent them from
accidental short-circuit.
Cable diameter 6 ... 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 inch) Fixing range of the cable glands