Installing/mounting   
4.6 External position detection 
  SIPART PS2 with and without HART 
48  Operating Instructions, 10/2013, A5E00074631-11 
 
External position detection 
 
External position detection system 
Versions with flameproof enclosures may not be operated with an external position 
detection system. 
The aforementioned measures are not adequate in some applications. For example, 
continuous and strong vibrations, high or too low ambient temperatures and nuclear 
radiation. 
The position detection system and the control unit are mounted separately for these 
applications. A universal component is available for this purpose. It is suitable for part-turn 
and linear actuators. You will require the following: 
●  An external position detection system with the order number C73451-A430-D78 
comprising a positioner enclosure with an integrated friction clutch, potentiometer as well 
as different blanking plugs and seals. 
●  Or a contactless explosion-proof non contacting system (e.g.6DR4004-6N). 
●  A positioner 
●  A three-pole cable to connect components. 
●  An EMC filter module with the order number C73451-A430–D23 is provided in a set along 
with cable clamps and M20 cable glands. 
The EMC filter module is always used for the control unit whenever an external position 
detection system is used instead of the internal position sensor. An external position 
detection system is, for example, a potentiometer with a 10 kΩ resistance or a non 
contacting system.  
 
Installing option modules 
4.7.1
 
General information on installing option modules 
 
Unsuitable device for the hazardous area 
Danger of explosion. 
•  Only use equipment that is approved for use in the intended hazardous area and 
labelled accordingly.