24 GMS815P-PS-2G/-3G · Supplementary Operating Instructions · 8016234 V2.0 · © SICK AG
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3.9 Intrinsically safe signal connections (option)
Only valid for the GMS815P-PS-3G with intrinsically safe signal connections.
3.9.1 Technical layout of the intrinsically safe signal connections
When desired, some of the analog outputs, digital inputs and digital outputs can be real-
ized as intrinsically safe signal connections. Additional modules are fitted for this purpose
(Zener barriers). All intrinsically safe connections can be configured according to customer
requirements.
● Terminal assignment → Individual information delivered with the device
● Technical information on intrinsically safe signal connections → Operating Instructions 
of the Zener barriers
Fig. 5 Zener barriers for intrinsically safe signal connections 
3.9.2
Special technical data for intrinsically safe signal connections 
Signal connection Parameter Specification
Analog outputs 
[1]
[1] Observe information on zero potential (→ p. 25, §3.9.4)
Maximum voltage on connection terminals: 13 V
Allowable load: 0 … 200 Ω
Digital inputs
Digital outputs
Maximum voltage on connection terminals: 26.5 V
Internal resistance: 300 Ω