Prop-Box
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1. Area of application
The Prop-Box is a simple tool for the commissioning of proportional valves and continuously
adjustable valves with onboard-electronics and central connector according to DIN 43563
(6 pole + PE). In the course of development, we placed particular emphasis on simple
operability and comprehensive protective circuits to prevent damages to the valves to be
tested the Prop-Box.
The Prop-Box supports service technicians specifically with the following functions:
• Supply voltage control (reverse polarity and voltage level)
• Optional 4..20mA, 0..10V, +/-10V setpoint selection (optional enable signal on Pin C)
• Setpoint selection via potentiometer or connected control
• Convenient digital display of setpoint and actual value
• Inbuilt protective function in case of erroneous connection
2. Note
This instruction manual and other information issued by HYDAC Fluidtechnik GmbH and its
contract partners provide product or system options for further investigation by users having
technical expertise. The user, through its own analysis and testing, is solely responsible for
making the final selection of the system and components and assuring that all performance
endurance, maintenance, safety and warning requirements of the application are met. The
user must thoroughly analyse all aspects of the application, follow applicable industry
standards, and follow the information concerning the product provided by HYDAC Fluidtechnik
GmbH. Insofar HYDAC Fluidtechnik GmbH or its authorized dealers deliver components or
system options based on technical data or specifications that were provided by the user, the
user is responsible for ensuring the suitability and sufficiency of these technical data and
specifications for all applications and reasonably foreseeable usages of the components or
systems. No liability is assumed for damages that were caused by misuse.
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Justus-v.-Liebig Str., 66280 Sulzbach/Saar
Tel +49 (0)6897 509 01
www.hydac.com
info@hydac.com
Subject to technical changes and typographical errors. © 2016
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3. Technical data Prop-Box
Supply voltage:
Power input:
Input fuse:
Required main supply fuse:
Protection class:
Setpoint signals:
Actual value signals:
Shunt in the current loop:
Load resistor can be activated at actual current loop:
Option enable signal:
Display:
Display tolerance
Ambient conditions:
Weight:
Dimensions:
24V DC (18 – 30V DC)
40W (max. 60W)
2.5A PTC
max. 16A
IP40
0-10V; -10..+10V; 4..20mA
0-10V; -10..+10V; 4..20mA
10Ω
220Ω (LOPP RES 220Ω)
24V DC internal resistor 2kΩ
3½ Display digits, 1digit corresponds to 0.01V / 0.1mA
± 3% from measurement range end value
0…40°C
0.35kg
150 x 90 x 60mm without cable
Required impedance/load resistor at the proportional valve or control valve with internal setpoint selection:
> 2kΩ
Setpoint selection 0..10V, -10..+10V
Setpoint selection 4..20mA
100 - 500Ω
Electric impedance/load resistor Prop-Box for measurement feedback signal, with internal setpoint
selection:
Actual value 0..10V, -10..+10V
300kΩ
Actual value 4..20mA
220Ω (connectable) + 10Ω (Shunt)
Electric impedance/load resistor of the Prop-Box with external setpoint selection:
300kΩ parallel to the valve
Setpoint selection 0..10V, -10..+10V
Setpoint selection 4...20mA
10Ω (shunt) in series to the valve
Electric impedance/load resistor of the Prop-Box for measurement feedback signal, with external
setpoint selection:
Actual value 0..10V, -10..+10V
300kΩ parallel to the valve
Actual value 4..20mA
10Ω (shunt) in series to the source
or 220 Ω (connected) + 10Ω (shunt)
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4. Front view Prop-Box
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4.1. Description of the operating elements
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„Input plug 1“ housing bulkhead mounting male connector with flange 6+PE
Hirschmann
CM02E14S-61P / Art. No.: 932455-100
2
„Output plug 2“ Connecting line for continuously adjustable valves 2 m cable
with socket 6+PE Hirschmann
CM06EA14S-61S / Art. No.: 932460-100
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LED GREEN
LED RED
Supply voltage polarity OK
Supply voltage not OK FAULT
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LED GRÜN
Supply voltage valve >24V DC ±5%
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0..10V
-10..+10V
EXTERN
4..20mA
6
SET
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Display SET
8
FEEDBACK
9
Display FEEDBACK
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OPERATING MODE SELECTION SWITCH
Setpoint setting via potentiometer 0..10V
Setpoint setting via potentiometer -10..+10V
Setpoint setting EXTERNAL via input plug 1
Setpoint setting via potentiometer 4..20mA
V
mA
Setpoint display voltage in V
Setpoint display current in mA
Digital setpoint display 3½-digit (V or mA) ± 3% (from the upper range value)
V
mA
Actual value display voltage in V
Actual value display current in mA
Digital actual value display 3½-digit (V or mA) ) ±3% (from the upper range
value)
Connection load resistor Prop-Box for measurement feedback-signal, with
internal setpoint setting (pressure switch, latching)
Not pressed: no load resistor in the actual value signal
Pressed: 220 Ω load resistor in the actual value signal
In valves with current signal on the actual value the value cannot be read
without connecting a load resistor. A load in the Prop-Box can be connected
via the pressure switch „LOOP RES 220Ω“. This automatically disconnects
the actual value signal from the input plug 1.
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ENABLE
24V ON C
Optional enable signal (24 V) on Pin C.
Reference potential for the feedback-signal is the potential of Pin B or E.
The enable signal is limited to 12mA (2kΩ resistance).
12
0V/12mA
POT
Fixed setpoint setting of the valve to 0V or 12mA
Setpoint setting valve via potentiometer
13
POT SET
Potentiometer for analogous setpoint setting
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PTC-semiconductor fuse:
If the fuse is triggered (= displays failed), separate voltage supply from the power, eliminate
cause and reactivate after approximately 30 seconds.
Remarks:
• If the ACTUAL voltage value follows the SETPOINT value in one divider, check
whether the „LOOP RES 220Ω“ pressure switch is pressed/active.
• If the value 0 is indicated on the FEEDBACK display during current measurement,
check whether the current loops run via the load resistor is closed.
• Supply voltages >30V DC may lead to destruction of the protective circuit „interference
suppression diode“ (short circuit).
4.2. Functional description
1. Select OPERATION MODE for set point (EXTERN for external set point via input
connector 1, -10..+10V, 0..+10V, 4..20mA via POTentiometer)
2. Select poper mode for SET point display (V or mA)
3. Using a valve with feedback, select proper mode for FEEDBACK display (V or mA)
4. When using the Prop-Box without an external loop resistance for mA FEEDBACK
connected via input connector 1 in FEEDBACK mode mA, active internal loop resistor
by pushing the button LOOP RES 220Ω.
Else check it is not pressed.
Note: Activating the internal LOOP RESistance 220Ω disconnects the feedback signal
from the input connector 1
5. Disable switch 24V ON C (turn OFF)
6. Set POTentiometer SETting to 5V/0V/12mA (safe value)
7. Connect input connector 1 to Prop-Box
8. Check POLARITY OK and voltage >24V DC
9. Connect valve via output connector 2 to Prop-Box
10. Test valve with EXTERNal setpoint in operation mode EXTERN or test valve with
internal setpoint V or mA via POTentiometer when setting the switch to POT (If the
valve requires a 24 V DC enable signal on pin C, activate switch 24V ON C)
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4.3. Interface description, symbol diagram
A……24V DC (18-30V DC)
B……GND
C……FEEDBACK
REF/ENABLE 24V DC
D……SET
E……SET REF
F……FEEDBACK
PE….EARTH
Attention:
When testing valves with an enable signal on PIN C (switch „24V ON C“) please consider that a LOW
signal (<3V DC) is connected to PIN C on the supply side of the Prop-Box. The LOW signal on the
supply side of the Prop-Box is required for correct switching OFF the valve with the enable signal. Nonobservance may cause an unintentional enable signal on PIN C independent of the position from the
switch “24V ON C”. This may also cause unexpected and dangerous movements on your machine.
In case of testing valves with a required signal on PIN C (switch “24V ON C”) the load resistance “LOOP
RES 220 Ω“ has to be switched off. A non-observance may cause an unintentional enable signal on PIN
C, depending on the actual valve signal level (signal on PIN F). This may also cause unexpected and
dangerous movements on your machine.
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5. Accessories
5.1. Prop-Box-Supply
For control of the continuously adjustable solenoid valve via the internal setpoint setting, the
supply for the continuously adjustable solenoid valve can be realized via the plug-in power
supply „Prop-Box-Supply“.
5.1.1 Technical data
Input voltage:
Output voltage:
Output current:
Ripple and interference voltage:
Required main supply fuse:
Cable:
Ambient conditions:
Efficiency:
Weight:
Dimensions:
90 – 264V; 47 – 63Hz
24V DC
2.5A
240mV pk-pk
max. 16A
1.5 m with line socket 6+PE
according to DIN 43563
0…40°C
87 - 92%
0.3kg
103 x 66 x 40mm without cable
AC Input Clips (sold separately)
RPA…US
RPB…Brazil
RPE…China
RPE…Europe
RPH…Korea
RPI…India
RPK…UK
RPN…Argentina
RPS…Australia
RPX…IEC320 C8
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5.2. Prop-Box Adapter
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5.2.1. Description of Prop-Box-Adapter operating elements
1
„Input plug 1“ housing bulkhead mounting male connector
with flange 6+PE Hirschmann
CM02E14S-61P / Art. No.: 932455-100
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„Output plug 2“
Connecting line for continuously adjustable valves 2 m
cable with socket 6+PE Hirschmann
CM06EA14S-61S / Art. No.: 932460-100
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24V DC
Power supply 24V DC (0 – 30V DC)
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GND
Power supply GND
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FEEDBACK REF /
ENABLE 24V DC
Actual value reference (GND) /
Enable signal 24V DC
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SET
Setpoint
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SET REF
Setpoint reference (GND)
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FEEDBACK
Actual value
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PE
Potential ground
All signals can be picked up by means of the Prop-Box-Adapter via 4mm-sockets.
5.2.2. Technical data
Supply voltage:
Required main supply fuse:
Connection:
Protection class:
Ambient conditions:
Weight:
Dimensions:
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0 – 30V DC
6A
housing bulkhead mounting male connector
according to DIN 43563
IP40
0…40°C
0.35kg
150 x 90 x 60mm (without cable)
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