Standards and Approvals
A-135
E Siemens AG, 2003 All rights reserved
SIMOTION C230-2, 04.2003 Edition
A.2 Shipping and storage conditions for the C230-2
The C230-2 surpasses the requirements set out in IEC 1131, Part 2 in respect of
shipping and storage conditions. The following details apply to modules that are
shipped and stored in their original packaging.
Type of condition Permissible range
Free fall v 1 m
Temperature From – 40° C to + 70° C
Air pressure From 1080 to 795 hPa (corresponds to an
altitude of –1000 to 3500 m)
Relative humidity From 5 to 95 %, without condensation
A.3 Mechanical and climatic environmental conditions for
the operation of the C230-2
Operational conditions
The C230-2 is not protected against the weather and intended for non-mobile use.
Operational conditions surpass the requirements set out in IEC 1131-2.
The C230-2 meets the operational conditions for Class 3C3 in accordance with
DIN EN 60721 3-3 (use at locations with a high density of traffic and in close prox-
imity to industrial plants with chemical emissions).
The C230-2 may not be used without additional measures.
S At locations with high levels of ionizing radiation
S At locations with severe operating conditions, e.g. as a result of
– Dust
– Corrosive vapors or gases
S In systems that require special monitoring, such as
– Elevators
– Electrical systems in premises at special risk
An additional measure for the use of the C230-2 may, for instance, be installation
in cabinets.