Red Lion CUB4L User Manual

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MODEL CUB4L8W - MINIATURE ELECTRONIC COUNTERS

 LCD, POSITIVE REFLECTIVE OR NEGATIVE TRANSMISSIVE

WITH YELLOW/GREEN OR RED LED BACKLIGHTING

 INTERNAL LITHIUM BATTERY PROVIDES UP TO 6 YEARS OF

UNINTERRUPTED OPERATION

 NEMA 4X/IP65 SEALED FRONT BEZEL

 FRONT PANEL RESET, REMOTE RESET, OR BOTH

 COUNT INPUT FROM 10 to 300 VAC/DC

 WIRE CONNECTION MADE VIA SCREW CLAMP TYPE

TERMINALS

Bulletin No. CUB4L8W-F

Drawing No. LP0585

Released 02/12

DESCRIPTION

The CUB4L8W offers a large display in a miniature package. The CUB4L8W
(8-digit counter with voltage input) has a choice of three displays; reflective, red
backlight or green backlight.

The backlight versions require power from an external 9–28 VDC supply. The
optional power supply (MLPS) is designed to be attached directly to the rear of
the CUB4L8W and is powered from an 85–250 VAC source. The power supply
provides 12 VDC @ 400 mA to power the backlight and sensor, if required.

The CUB4L8W has a lightweight, high impact plastic case with a clear
viewing window. The sealed front panel with the silicone rubber reset button
meets NEMA 4X/IP65 specifications for wash-down and/or dusty environments,
when properly installed.

ORDERING INFORMATION

MODEL NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBERS

CUB4L8W

(8-digit

w/VCM)

MLPS

Counter Positive Image Reflective CUB4L8W0

Counter w/Yel-Grn Backlighting CUB4L8W1

Counter w/Red Backlighting CUB4L8W2

Counter Positive Image Reflective w/V+ Terminal CUB4L8WM

+12 VDC Micro-Line Power Supply, 85 to 250
VAC source, 400 mA max out

+24 VDC Micro-Line Power Supply, 85 to 250
VAC source, 200 mA max out

MLPS1000

MLPS2000

SAFETY SUMMARY

All safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in the
manual or on equipment must be observed to ensure personal safety and to
prevent damage to either the instrument or equipment connected to it. If
equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.

CAUTION: Risk of Danger.

Read complete instructions prior to

installation and operation of the unit.

SPECIFICATIONS

1. DISPLAY: 8-Digit, LCD, 0.46" (11.7 mm) high digits.

2. POWER SOURCE: Internal 3.0 V lithium battery to provide up to 6 years of
continuous operation. Battery life is dependent upon usage. Count and reset
contacts that remain closed for long periods of time will reduce battery life.

3. BACKLIGHT POWER REQUIREMENTS: 9 to 28 VDC, 35 mA typical,
50 mA max. Above 26 VDC, derate operating temperature to 50°C.
Must use the MLPS or a Class 2 or SELV rated power supply.
Note: External power shall incorporate disconnecting device (switch or
circuit breaker) and provide double/reinforced isolation from MAINS supply.

4. INPUTS:
Low Speed Input: 10 to 300 VAC/DC, 50/60 Hz, 30 cps max. VIL = 0.5

VDC max. Unit counts on positive going edge. Will not operate with
Triac outputs.

Remote Reset: 15 msec min. pulse width (active low) from 3.0 V bipolar

output or an open collector transistor or a switch contact to common.

Resetting Input: VIL (low) = 0.5 V max.

5. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Operating Temperature: 0 to 60°C (above 50°C, derate backlight operating

voltage to 26 VDC max.).

Storage Temperature: -30 to 85°C
Operating and Storage Humidity: 85% max. (non-condensing) from 0°C

to 50°C.

Vibration According to IEC 68-2-6: 5 to 500 Hz, in X, Y, Z direction for 1.5

hours, 5 g.

Shock According to IEC 68-2-27: Operational 30 g, 11 msec in 3 directions.
Altitude: Up to 2000 meters

6. CERTIFICATIONS AND COMPLIANCES:
SAFETY

Type 4X Enclosure rating (Face only)

IP65 Enclosure rating (Face only), IEC 529

7. CONSTRUCTION:
This unit is rated for NEMA 4X/IP65 indoor use. Installation Category I,
Pollution Degree 2

8. WEIGHT: 3 oz. (85 grams)

DIMENSIONS In inches (mm)

2.95 (74.9)

Note: Recommended minimum clearance (behind the panel) for mounting clip

installation is 2.15" (54.6) H x 3.00" (76.2) W.

0.13 (3.2)

1.54 (39.1) 1.29 (32.8)

0.15 (3.8)

1.36 (34.5)

PANEL CUT-OUT

+.025

2.68

-.000

+.6

(68 )

-.0

1

1.30
(33 )

+.024

-.000
+.6

-.0

EMC INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

Although Red Lion Controls Products are designed with a high degree of
immunity to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), proper installation and wiring
methods must be followed to ensure compatibility in each application. The type
of the electrical noise, source or coupling method into a unit may be different
for various installations. Cable length, routing, and shield termination are very
important and can mean the difference between a successful or troublesome
installation. Listed are some EMI guidelines for a successful installation in an
industrial environment.

1. Use shielded (screened) cables for all Signal and Control inputs. The shield

(screen) pigtail connection should be made as short as possible. The

connection point for the shield depends somewhat upon the application.

Listed below are the recommended methods of connecting the shield, in order

of their effectiveness.

a. Connect the shield only at the panel where the unit is mounted to earth

ground (protective earth).

b. Connect the shield to earth ground at both ends of the cable, usually when

the noise source frequency is above 1 MHz.

c. Connect the shield to common of the unit and leave the other end of the

shield unconnected and insulated from earth ground.

2. Never run Signal or Control cables in the same conduit or raceway with AC

power lines, conductors feeding motors, solenoids, SCR controls, and

heaters, etc. The cables should be run in metal conduit that is properly

grounded. This is especially useful in applications where cable runs are long

and portable two-way radios are used in close proximity or if the installation

is near a commercial radio transmitter.

3. Signal or Control cables within an enclosure should be routed as far away as

possible from contactors, control relays, transformers, and other noisy

components.

4. In extremely high EMI environments, the use of external EMI suppression

devices, such as ferrite suppression cores, is effective. Install them on Signal

and Control cables as close to the unit as possible. Loop the cable through the

core several times or use multiple cores on each cable for additional protection.

Install line filters on the power input cable to the unit to suppress power line

interference. Install them near the power entry point of the enclosure. The

following EMI suppression devices (or equivalent) are recommended:

Ferrite Suppression Cores for signal and control cables:

Fair-Rite # 0443167251 (RLC #FCOR0000)
TDK # ZCAT3035-1330A
Steward #28B2029-0A0

Line Filters for input power cables:

Schaffner # FN2010-1/07 (RLC #LFIL0000)
Schaffner # FN670-1.8/07
Corcom #1VR3

Note: Reference manufacturer’s instructions when installing a line filter.

5. Long cable runs are more susceptible to EMI pickup than short cable runs.

Therefore, keep cable runs as short as possible.

INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT

The unit should be installed in a location that does not exceed the maximum
operating temperature and provides good air circulation. Placing the unit near
devices that generate excessive heat should be avoided.

The bezel should be cleaned only with a soft cloth and neutral soap product.
Do NOT use solvents. Continuous exposure to direct sunlight may accelerate
the aging process of the bezel.

Do not use tools of any kind (screwdrivers, pens, pencils, etc.) to operate the
keypad of the unit.

EXISTING

PANEL

0.05" TO 0.20"

(1.3 TO 5.1mm)

MOUNTING

SCREW

LATCHING

FEATURE

THICK

FASTENER

NUT

GASKET

0.093"

(2.4 mm)

THICK

MOUNTING

CLIP

LATCHING

FEATURE

BEZEL

Installation

The CUB4L8W meets NEMA 4X/IP65 requirements for indoor use, when
properly installed. The units are intended to be mounted into an enclosed panel.
The viewing window and reset button are factory sealed for a washdown
environment. A sponge rubber gasket and mounting clip are provided for sealing
the unit in the panel cut-out.

The following procedure assures proper installation:

1. Cut panel opening to specified dimensions. Remove burrs and clean around

panel opening.

2. Carefully remove the center section of the panel gasket and discard.

Slide gasket over rear of the unit to the back of the bezel.

3. Assemble nut fastener first and then mounting screw onto both sides of

mounting clip. Tip of screw should not project from hole in mounting clip.

4. Install the unit through the panel cut-out until front bezel flange contacts the

panel-mounted gasket.

5. Slide the mounting clip over the rear of the unit until the mounting clip is

against the back of the panel. The mounting clip has latching features which

engage into mating features on the unit housing.

Note: It is necessary to hold the unit in place when sliding mounting clip into

position.

6. Alternately tighten each screw to ensure uniform gasket pressure. Visually

inspect the front panel gasket. The gasket should be compressed about 75 to

80% of its original thickness. (Recommended torque is 28 to 36 in-oz.) If not,

gradually turn mounting screws to further compress gasket.

7. If gasket is not adequately compressed, and mounting screws can no longer

be turned, loosen mounting screws and check that mounting clip is latched as

close as possible to panel.

Repeat procedure for tightening mounting screws.

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