Frequently Asked Questions
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Pressure Transducers (4...20mA): absorbed current signaled as 32mA
Because transducers have a current limiter, which only in case of breakdown limits max. input to 32mA to prevent damage to the power supply. Under normal work conditions, max. input is 20mA.
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IK1/MK1: reverse output
No. In the isolated version, the 20...4mA output must be specified in the order, and to change it you have to work on the hardware.
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Auxiliary power supply
Can the auxiliary power supply on the instrument (usually used to power the transducers) be changed?Yes, but you have to install hardware jumpers and set a few parameters. You can find the instructions in the multilingual manuals at the heading APPENDICES. Given the diversity of the printed circuits, a complete explanation cannot be provided here. We advise you to contact CUSTOMER CARE.
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Strain-gauge transducer: works or not
You have to do a few essential checks, as described in the attached procedure. See control procedure.
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What means the sticker "Due 13 months"?
The transmitter and its interchangeable module are matched with an identification sticker. In standard conditions, S7000 must be calibrated every 13 months. A. On the transmitter B. On the module S7000 plugged into the transmitter