Allen-Bradley Sigma Series 615 Group II/Limit Switches Installation Instructions

Allen-Bradley Sigma Series 615 Group II/Limit Switches are designed for use in hazardous areas where explosive gases may be present. They offer a range of features, including high electrical ratings for both AC and DC circuits. The switches can be used for various applications, such as controlling motors, pumps, and other equipment. The switches are also rated for IP65 ingress protection, making them suitable for use in harsh environments. For more detailed information on installation and operation, refer to the provided installation instructions.

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Installation Instructions
Original Instructions
Sigma Series 615 Group II Limit Switches
Catalog Numbers 443S-S561500, 443S-S561508
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0359
II 2 G
Summary of Changes
Technical Specifications
Updated certification specifications.
Electrical Ratings
Table 1: Types ‘SL’ &amp; ‘SLNP’
Certification
Ex db IIB T6 Gb Certificate number Baseefa 03ATEX0140X.
Conforms to standards EN60079-0:2013 &amp; EN60079-1:2014
Must comply with the installation requirements as specified in EN
60079-14.
Operating lever supplied separately
Ampere Ratings
AC Circuit
Current Ratings
240V
Inrush
Ampere Ratings
DC Circuit
440V
550V
115V
330V
550V
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20
20
20
20
20
20
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—
—
—
—
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10
Continuous Capacity
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
Rupturing Cap. Non Inductive
10
10
7.5
7.5
5
5
5
5
2
1
0.5 0.25
Rupturing Cap. Inductive
10
10
7.5
7.5
5
5
5
1
1
0.5 0.25 0.13
• Single Circuit
External Earth
• Double Circuit
Table 2: Types ‘SPS’
Current Ratings
AC (RMS)
DC
1) 25 mm x 1.5 pitch medium fit
VA
66
9.5 mm
(0.37 in.)
M6 x 2
103 mm
(4.05 in.)
Volts
Amps
240
5 (Resist)
Not recommended
Table 3: Types ‘SPCO’
Current Ratings
AC
120V
240V
VA
Break
Make
Break
Make
Break
Make
Break
60 A
6.0 A
30 A
3.0 A
15 A
1.5 A
7200
720
Continuous Carrying Current 10 A
51 mm
(2.0 in.)
33.5 mm
(1.32 in.)
480V
Make
Make or Break Ratings
50.8 mm
(1.99 in.)
129 mm (5.08 in.)
Installation
Must be used with suitable Baseefa certified cable entry devices, or with
or without the interposition of a suitable Baseefa certified flameproof
thread adapter.
Suitable flameproof cable entry devices, thread adaptors, and stopping
plugs certified as equipment (not a component) under an EC type
examination certified to Directive 2014/34/EU may also be used in a
manner specified above.
Must not be dismantled while energized or when an explosive gas is
present.
Care must be taken not to damage the flamepaths during installation
and maintenance.
DC
125V
0.55 A
250V
0.27 A
480V
0.10 A
Continuous Carrying Current 2.5 A
VA&lt;300V
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Mechanical
Levers
Housing Material
Cast iron
Ingress Protection
IP65 (IP66 with Hylomar compound applied to mating
faces)
Operating Temperature Range
-20…+40 &deg;C (-4…+104 &deg;F)
Mechanical Life
106 typical
Electrical Life
Subject to switched load
Weight
6 kg (oz)
1
3
2
4
1
3
2
CW
1
4
3
2
4
CW
CCW
TYPE 'SL' (CCW)
1
3
1
2
4
NORMAL
4
11
12
21
22
33
34
3
4
1
2
CW
CCW
CW
TYPE 'SPS'
TYPE 'SLNP'
TYPE 'SPCO'
13 14
23 24
13
14
23 24
13
14
23 24
13
14
23 24
13
14
11 12
CW
21 22
11
12
CCW
21 22
11
12 21 22
STEP 1
11
12 21 22
NORMAL
11
12 21 22
STEP 2
TYPE 'DP'
25.4
(1.0)
12.7
(0.5)
Pt. No.
440S-S540000
41.3
(1.63)
38
(1.5)
6.3
(0.25)
6.3 19
(0.25) (0.75)
12.7
(0.5)
12.7
(0.5)
38
(1.5)
3
2
Switches and levers are supplied separately. A small selection of levers is
shown here. Contact us for details of other types.
31.7
(1.25)
6.3 31.7
(0.25) (1.25)
Pt. No.
440S-S540000
Pt. No.
440S-S540000
12.7
(0.5)
23 24
12.7
(0.5)
12.7
(0.5)
TYPE 'DPTS'
Rockwell Automation Support
127
(5.0)
76.2
(3.0)
9.5
(0.37)
For technical support, visit
http://www.rockwellautomation.com/support/overview.page.
6.3 19
(0.25) (0.75)
Pt. No.
440S-S540024
102
(4.02)
6.3 19
(0.25) (0.75)
Pt. No.
440S-S540039
12.7
38
(0.5) (1.5)
Pt. No.
440S-S540081
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
At the end of life, this equipment can be collected separately from
any unsorted municipal waste.
Rockwell Automation maintains current product environmental information on its website at
http://www.rockwellautomation.com/rockwellautomation/about-us/sustainability-ethics/product-environmental-compliance.page.
Allen-Bradley, Rockwell Automation, and Rockwell Software are trademarks of Rockwell Automation, Inc.
Trademarks not belonging to Rockwell Automation are property of their respective companies.
Rockwell Otomasyon Ticaret A.Ş., Kar Plaza İş Merkezi E Blok Kat:6 34752 İ&ccedil;erenk&ouml;y, İstanbul, Tel: +90 (216) 5698400
Publication 615-IN001B-EN-P - March 2018
Supersedes Publication 615-IN001A-EN-P - October 2014
7200058 Ver 07
Copyright &copy; 2018 Rockwell Automation, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.
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Key Features

Explosion-proof
High electrical ratings (AC/DC)
IP65 ingress protection
Cast iron housing
Multiple switch types
Various lever options
Baseefa certified
EN 60079-0:2013 & EN 60079-1:2014 compliant

Frequently Answers and Questions

What is the operating temperature range of the Allen-Bradley Sigma Series 615 Group II/Limit Switches?

The operating temperature range is -20°C to +40°C (-4°F to +104°F) as mentioned in the Installation Instructions document.

What type of certification does the Allen-Bradley Sigma Series 615 Group II/Limit Switches have?

The switches are certified by Baseefa with certificate number 03ATEX0140X, confirming compliance with EN60079-0:2013 & EN60079-1:2014 standards.

What types of cable entry devices can be used with the Sigma Series 615 Group II/Limit Switches?

The Installation Instructions document states that these switches must be used with suitable Baseefa certified cable entry devices or thread adapters. Suitable flameproof cable entry devices, thread adaptors, and stopping plugs certified as equipment (not a component) under an EC type examination certified to Directive 2014/34/EU may be used.