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AS-Interface sensor/actuator module VBA-4E4A-G11-ZAJ/EA2L-F

VBA-4E4A-G11-ZAJ/EA2L-F
  • Inputs for 2-, 3-, and 4-wire sensors
  • Power supply of outputs from the external auxiliary voltage
  • Supply of sensors from AS-Interface
  • Function display for bus, external auxiliary voltage, in- and outputs
  • Red LED per channel, lights up in the event of output overload
  • Communication monitoring
  • Switchable lead breakage detection (outputs)
  • Cable piercing method with gold plated contact pins
  • Degree of protection IP68 / IP69K
  • AS-Interface POWER24

Please note: All product-related documents, such as certificates, declarations of conformity, etc., which were issued prior to the conversion under the name Pepperl+Fuchs GmbH or Pepperl+Fuchs AG, also apply to Pepperl+Fuchs SE.

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Datasheet excerpt: Technical data of  VBA-4E4A-G11-ZAJ/EA2L-F

Product Description
G11 module, 4 inputs and 4 outputs
General specifications
Node typeA/B node
AS-Interface specificationV3.0
Required gateway specification≥ V3.0
ProfileS-7.A.7
IO code7
ID codeA
ID1 code7
ID2 code7
UL File NumberE223772
Indicators/operating means
LED AS-i/FAULTStatus display; multi-colour LED
Green: normal operation
Red: communication fault
Flashing yellow/red: address 0
Flashing green/red: sensor supply i.e. overload or lead interruption outputs
LED AUXext. auxiliary voltage UAUX; dual LED green/red
green: voltage OK
red: reverse voltage
LED INswitching state (input); 4 LED yellow
LED OUTswitching state (output); 4 LED yellow/red
yellow: output active
red: output overload or lead interruption
Electrical specifications
Auxiliary voltage (output)20 ... 30 V DC PELV
Rated operating voltage18,0 ... 31.6 V from AS-Interface
Rated operating current≤ 40 mA (without sensors) / max. 240 mA
Protection classIII
Surge protectionUAUX, Uin: Over voltage category III, safe isolated power supplies (PELV)
Input
Number/Type4 inputs for 2- or 3-wire sensors (PNP), DC
option 2 inputs for 4-wire sensors (PNP), DC
Supplyfrom AS-Interface
Voltage12 ... 31 V
Current loading capacity≤ 200 mA, overload and short-circuit protected
Input current≤ 9 mA (limited internally)
Switching pointaccording to DIN EN 61131-2 (Type 2)
0 (unattenuated)≤ 3 mA
1 (attenuated)≥ 5 mA
Signal delay< 1 ms (input/AS-Interface)
Output
Number/Type4 electronic outputs, PNP, overload and short-circuit proof
Supplyfrom external auxiliary voltage UAUX
Voltage≥ (UAUX - 0.5 V)
Current2 A per output
TB ≤ 40 °C: 6 A total
TB ≤ 70 °C: sum O1 + O2 max. 2 A, sum O3 + O4 max. 2 A
Galvanic isolation
Input/Outputsafe isolation, rated insulation voltage 40 V DC
Output/AS-Interfacesafe isolation, rated insulation voltage 40 V DC
Directive conformity
Electromagnetic compatibility
Directive 2014/30/EUEN 62026-2:2013 EN 61000-6-2:2005, EN 61000-6-4:2007
Standard conformity
Degree of protectionEN 60529:2000
Fieldbus standardEN 62026-2:2013
InputEN 61131-2:2007
Emitted interferenceEN 61000-6-4:2007
AS-InterfaceEN 62026-2:2013
Noise immunityEN 61000-6-2:2005, EN 61326-1:2006, EN 62026-2:2013
Ambient conditions
Ambient temperature-25 ... 70 °C (-13 ... 158 °F)
Storage temperature-25 ... 85 °C (-13 ... 185 °F)
Relative humidity85 % , noncondensing
Climatic conditionsFor indoor use only
Altitude≤ 2000 m above MSL
Shock and impact resistance30 g, 11 ms in 6 spatial directions 3 shocks
10 g, 16 ms in 6 spatial directions 1000 shocks
Vibration resistance0.75 mm 10 ... 57 Hz , 5 g 57 ... 150 Hz, 20 cycles
Pollution degree3
Mechanical specifications
Degree of protectionIP68 / IP69K
ConnectionAS-Interface/UAUX: AS-Interface flat cable
Inputs/outputs: M12 round connector
Material
HousingPBT PC
Mounting screwStainless steel 1.4305 / AISI 303
Mass200 g
Tightening torque, housing screws1.8 Nm
Tightening torque, cable gland0.4 Nm
Dimensions
Height35 mm
Diameter85 mm
MountingMounting plate

Classifications

SystemClasscode
ECLASS 13.027242604
ECLASS 12.027242604
ECLASS 11.027242604
ECLASS 10.0.127242604
ECLASS 9.027242604
ECLASS 8.027242604
ECLASS 5.127242604
ETIM 9.0EC001599
ETIM 8.0EC001599
ETIM 7.0EC001599
ETIM 6.0EC001599
ETIM 5.0EC001599
UNSPSC 12.139121535

Details: VBA-4E4A-G11-ZAJ/EA2L-F

Function

The VBA-4E4A-G11-ZAJ/EA2L-F is an AS-Interface switch-on module with 4 inputs and 4 outputs. 2, 3 and 4 wire sensors can also be connected as mechanical contacts to the 4 sourcing electronic inputs. The 4 electronic outputs are overload and short-circuit protected.

The housing with a central screw enables fast mounting on the base plate.

The connection to the sensors/actuators is via an M12x1 plug-in connection on the top side of the device. The AS-Interface flat cable and external energy supply are connected via the insulation piercing technology on the underside of the module.

The inputs and the connected sensors are powered by the internal supply of the module (from the AS-Interface). The outputs and the connected actuators are powered by an external voltage source (from the AUX).

The current switching state of each input and output is indicated via an IN or OUT LED. The OUT LED also indicates an overload or a lead breakage at the associated output. The AS-i/FAULT LED indicates the status of the AS-Interface (normal operation, communication error, peripheral fault, address 0). The AUX LED indicates the external power supply. The switch-on module is compatible with AS-Interface POWER24.

Note:

The device is equipped with a communication monitor, which deactivates the outputs if the AS-Interface does not communicate with the module for more than 40 ms. The communication monitor can be deactivated via the parameter P0. Filters that suppress pulses with a duration of 2 ms or less at the inputs can be connected via the parameter P1.

Parameter P2 activates a lead breakage detection system for the outputs. This function detects and reports a missing load, providing the relevant output is deactivated. The associated OUT LED and the 'peripheral fault' function display the signal transmitted to the AS-Interface master. An overload of the input supply or the outputs is also reported to the AS-Interface master via the 'peripheral fault' function. Communication via the ASInterface continues even if a peripheral fault is set.

Informative Literature: VBA-4E4A-G11-ZAJ/EA2L-F

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LiteratureLanguageFile TypeFile Size
Application Report - Automating Material Handling Systems for Airports with AS-InterfaceENGPDF272 KB

Design / Simulation: VBA-4E4A-G11-ZAJ/EA2L-F

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CADLanguageFile TypeFile Size
CAD 3-D / CAD 3-DALLSTP4756 KB
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CAE
CAE EPLAN Data Portal / CAE EPLAN Data PortalALLLINK---
CAE EPLAN macro EDZ / CAE EPLAN Makro EDZALLEDZ72 KB

Approvals: VBA-4E4A-G11-ZAJ/EA2L-F

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CertificatesCertificate No.LanguageFile TypeFile Size
EU Ecolab Material ResistanceECOLABALLPDF1797 KB
US CA ULE223772ALLLINK---
Worldwide AS-International Association AS-Interface89701ALLPDF603 KB
Declaration of Conformity
EU Declaration of Conformity (P+F) / EU-Konformitäterklärung (P+F)DOC-2931BALLPDF119 KB

Associated Products: VBA-4E4A-G11-ZAJ/EA2L-F

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