E490 Explosion proof – Multi-Purpose Indicator
The E490 is a versatile, loop powered multi-purpose indicator to display the actual process value, range and loop current. Besides the focus on level, temperature and pressure applications, the E490 can also work with other measuring units, like %, mA, RPM and even the possibility to create a custom unit with max. 8 characters.
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Key Features & Benefits
- Explosion proof according ATEX, IECEx and CSA C-US.
- Universal loop powered indicator.
- Input signal: Galvanically isolated 4 – 20mA with ultra low voltage drop < 1.5V DC, allowing easy installation in almost any 2-wire, 4–20mA loop.
- Create a custom measuring unit with max. 8 characters.
- Aluminum or high grade stainless steel Ex d enclosure.
- Easy installation with the spacious chamber and plug & play connectors.
- Key information at a glance as the display shows the actual value, measuring unit and loop current and a 10 segments bargraph.
- 5 Large 17.3mm (0.7”) digits.
- Selectable engineering units for many different applications: L- NL- mL – M3- AM3- NM3 – mg – g – Kg – TON- OZ- GAL – USGAL – IGAL – lb – bbL- cf – CUFt – scf – p – rev – °C – °F – K – % – M – mm – CM – mtr – inch – Ft – SQFt – Yd – PSI – psig – mbar – MbARG – bar – barg – bara – PA – PAG – KPA – KPAG – MPA – INHG – mmHg – mmH2O – MH2O – INH2O- Ph – mV – mA – A – uS – PPM – RPM – custom unit or no unit.
- LED backlight circuit which can be powered from the loop (voltage drop 6.5V DC), it is separated from the input circuit.
- Auto backup of all settings.
- Ambient temperature aluminum enclosure: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to 158°F).
Ambient temperature stainless steel enclosure: -40°C to +67°C (-40°F to 153°F). - Various accessories are available for this product.
Typical Applications
- Universal applications when a local loop-powered multi-purpose display is required without monitoring function, linearization or signal re-transmitting.
- The E490 takes operating energy from an input current (2-wire 4 – 20mA) and has a separated backlight circuit which can be powered from the loop.
- The E-Series can be used in rough and tough applications, beyond being just explosion proof. Its sturdy design and ease of use are unequaled by any other explosion proof indicator in the market! The E-Series is always your first and safest choice in explosion proof applications.
Advantages
- Saves time and improves flexibility with the through-glass keypad: no need to open the front cover.
- Familiar easy operation with the Fluidwell "Know one, know them all" configuration structure, saving time, cost and aggravation.
- Durable high-grade stainless steel 316L Ex d enclosure withstanding extreme (maritime) conditions.
| Signal, Power and Communication Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Signal Inputs | Multi-Purpose Input: Galvanically isolated 4–20 mA input, loop-powered Ultra-low voltage drop < 1.5 V DC |
| Alarm Outputs | None |
| Analog Outputs | None |
| Power Supply | 4–20 mA input loop-powered (loop can power the backlight) Optional external supply: 9 – 27 V DC When externally powered, the backlight operates at full intensity and does not influence loop voltage drop |
| Sensor Supply | None |
| Hazardous Area | Intrinsically Safe For intrinsically safe applications, F-Series instruments are recommended |
| Explosion Proof Approvals | ATEX: Gas: II 2 G Ex db IIC T6 Gb Dust: II 2 D Ex tb IIIC T85°C DbIECEx: Gas: Ex db IIC T6 Gb Dust: Ex tb IIIC T85°C DbCSA C-US: XP (Explosion-proof): Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, D DIP (Dust-Ignition-proof): Class II, Div. 1, Groups E, F & G T85°C; Class III Gas: Class I, Zone 1, AEx db IIC T6 Gb Dust: Zone 21, AEx tb IIIC T85°C Db |
| Communication | Modbus communication available on F1-Series products HART communication available with the E018 Flow Rate Monitor / Totalizer |
| Alternative Products | F490: Safe area / intrinsically safe, loop-powered multi-purpose indicator D490: DIN panel mount & intrinsically safe, loop-powered multi-purpose indicator |
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