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E 490 Datasheet

E 490 Datasheet

E 490 Datasheet

Product catalog summary
Introduction
The E490 is a versatile, loop-powered indicator designed for harsh environments, including extreme cold, salty offshore conditions, and hot deserts. It features a through-glass keypad for easy operation without removing the cover, enhancing safety and convenience.

Advantages
  • Time-saving through-glass keypad eliminates the need for cover removal.
  • Intuitive configuration menu reduces setup time and costs.
  • Cost-effective installation with spacious chamber and plug-and-play connectors.
  • Durable stainless steel 316L enclosure for corrosive environments.

Features
  • Explosion-proof according to ATEX and IECEx standards.
  • Displays actual value, measuring unit, and loop current with a 5-digit display and bargraph.
  • Configurable via PC with free software.
  • LED backlight powered from loop or externally.
  • Customizable measuring units for various applications.

Technical Specifications
  • Input: Isolated 4-20mA signal with low voltage drop.
  • Display: High-intensity LCD with 5 large digits and 11 alphanumeric digits.
  • Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F).
  • Enclosures: Available in aluminum or stainless steel, IP66/IP67 rated.
  • Power: Loop powered with optional external power for backlight.

Hazardous Areas
Certified for use in hazardous areas with ATEX and IECEx markings for gas and dust applications. The ambient temperature range is -40°C to +70°C.

Operation and Configuration
Operated via an optical keypad through the glass, with optional mechanical buttons for handheld configuration. Settings can be passcode protected. Remote configuration is possible via PC using a special cable.

Enclosure Types
  • Aluminum Ex d enclosure: 1300 gr.
  • Stainless steel 316L Ex d enclosure: 3600 gr.

Ordering Information
Standard configuration includes a galvanically isolated 4-20mA input, no digital output, explosion-proof certification, and backlight as standard.

Conclusion
The E490 is a robust, user-friendly indicator suitable for demanding applications, offering reliable performance and ease of use in explosion-proof environments.
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Catalog excerpts

E 490 Datasheet-1

Your success counts Loop Powered, Multi-Purpose Indicator for universal applications Application examples: Salty Off-Shore conditions Extreme cold weather at polar regions The E-Series provides unequalled safety and ease of use, opening the cover is history. The through-glass • Explosion proof according ATEX and IECEx. keypad enables operability without interruptions. The • Universal loop powered indicator. E-Series saves time, money and hassle and delivers user- • Input signal: Isolated 4 - 20mA, low voltage drop <1.5V DC. friendliness in the toughest conditions. • Displays the actual value, measuring unit and loop current. • 5 Large 17.3mm (0.7”) digits. Advantages • Save time and gain flexibility with the easy-to-operate through • Bargraph indication: ten segments of 10%. • Easy configurable via PC with free downloadable software. glass keypad: no need to remove the front cover or to arrange a • LED backlight (power from loop), separated from 4-20mA input. work permit. • Create a custom measuring unit with max. 8 characters. • Intuitive “Know one, know them all!” configuration menu, saving time, cost and aggravation. • Cost saving with an easy to install, spacious chamber, plug and play connectors and 1” NPT thread for flow meter mounting. • Durable high grade stainless steel 316L Ex d enclosure for extremely salty atmospheres (offshore). • Selectable engineering units for many different applications: LNL- 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

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E 490 Datasheet-2

Your success counts Hazardous areas The E490 is a local multi-purpose indicator to display the actual The E-Series has been certified according ATEX and IECEx. with process value, range and loop current. The measuring unit to be displayed is simply selected through an alfa-numerical configuration menu. The E-series distinguishes itself by its quality • The ATEX markings for gas and dust applications are: and functionality driven European design and manufacturing. It is more than fulfilling the rules for explosion proof design, it is about safety during the daily operation. Often, the environment...

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E 490 Datasheet-3

Your success counts Overview application E490 The E490 takes operating energy from an input current (2-wire 4 - 20mA), allowing easy installation in almost any 2-wire, 4-20mA loop. It accepts a wide range of process instruments, including flow (linear or square root), level, pressure and temperature transmitters. The proces values of all these types of instruments, can be displayed in their own engineering units. The E490 offers you a multi-purpose indicator designed to be used in rough and tough applications, beyond being just explosion proof. Its sturdy design and ease of use are unequaled...

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E 490 Datasheet-4

Technical specifications E490 Dimensions enclosures Your success counts Terminal connections Aluminum & Stainless Steel 316L enclosure Main Electronics Module BACKLIGHT POWER SUPPLY + POWER SIGNAL INPUT + CURRENT LOOP LINK SERVICE CONNECTOR Switch CABLE SHIELD LINK Up: Loop + Backlight (Voltage drop: <6.5V) Down: Loop only (Voltage drop: <1.5V) For remote configuration with a PC. Software free downloadable: www.fluidwell.com/software (Special cable required, ordernr. ACE02) Power / Signal input Current Loop Link Shielding link Backlight supply Display example Enclosure types Type HA_ Weight Type...

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E 490 Datasheet-5

Your success counts Hazardous area - Explosion proof Type High intensity transflective numeric and alphanumeric LCD, UV-resistant, with bright backlight (when externally powered). Intensity can be adjusted via the keypad. Dimensions Ø 65 x 45mm (2.56” x 1.77”). Digits Five 17.3mm (0.7”) and eleven 7mm (0.3”) digits. Various symbols and measuring units. ATEX certification Bargraph Digits Relation 10 segments of each 10%. To the min. and max. input signal (0 - 100%). Displayed information Digits 5 digits. (height: 17.3mm / 0.68”). Units L – NL – mL – M3 – AM3 – NM3 – mg – g – Kg – TON – OZ – GAL...

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E 490 Datasheet-6

Your success counts Description Model Loop Powered, Multi-Purpose Indicator. Galvanically isolated 4 - 20mA input. No communication, remote configuration possible. Die-cast aluminum Ex d enclosure. Stainless steel 316L Ex d enclosure. No digital output available. Input loop powered from sensor signal type “A”. Explosion proof according ATEX and IECEx. Backlight is included as standard. The bold marked text contains the standard configuration: E490-A-CX-HAA-OX-PL-XD-ZB. Important: specifications are subject to change without notice. Copyright: Fluidwell bv - 2023 - E49

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