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Apollo Orbis Is
Apollo Orbis Is
optical detector
multisensor detector
heat detector
mounting base
product guide
intrinsically safe
[IS] CONVENTIONAL DETECTORS
ATEX-related standards:
BSEN600790:2004
IEC600790:2004
EN50020:2002 and EN/BSEN/IEC6007926:2004
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Contact points for enquiries and help
Range of Products
Features of Orbis
Choosing a detector: questions and answers
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Orbis IS Adaptor
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Orbis IS Base
Installing Orbis
Fitting Orbis detector heads
Orbis FeaturesLED Status
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System design
Types of safety barrier
Approved safety barriers
Safety earth
Wiring and cable types
Maximum loading of IS circuit
Installation
Remote LED connection
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Servicing
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Choosing a detector:
questions and answers
Features of Orbis IS
modern styling
2.00
Poor
1.50
Optical
density 1.00
m(dBm1)
Acceptable
values
0.50
0.00
Fig.1
TF2
TF3
Test Fires
TF4
Too sensitive
TF5
2.00
Poor
1.50
Optical
density 1.00
m(dBm1)
Acceptable
values
0.50
0.00
Fig.2
Too sensitive
Orbis Optical
Test Fires
Orbis Multisensor
technical data
All data is supplied subject to change without notice.
Specifications are given at 23C and 50% relative humidity
unless otherwise stated.
DETECTOR OPERATING
PRINCIPLES
Principle of detection:
Photo-electric detection of light
scattered by smoke particles
over a wide range of angles.
The optical arrangement
comprises an infra-red emitter
with a prism and a photo-diode
at 90 to the light beam with
a wide field of view. The
detectors microprocessor
uses algorithms to process
the sensor readings.
Sampling frequency:
Once every 4 seconds
ELECTRICAL
Supply voltage:
1428V DC
Supply wiring:
2 wires, polarity sensitive
Polarity reversal:
Not allowed
Power-up time:
<20 seconds
Environmental performance
Classification
II 1G Ex ia IIC 40C<Ta<+40C(T5)
40C<Ta<+60C(T4)
Material:
Detector and base moulded in
white polycarbonate.
Alarm Indicator:
Integral indicator with 360
visibility (See Table 1 on page
14 for details of flash rate)
Dimensions and weight of
detector:
100mm diameter x 42mm
Weight, 75g
Dimensions and weight of
detector in base:
100mm diameter x 50mm
Weight, 135g
ENVIRONMENTALAL
Operating and storage
temperature
40C to +70C
Operating temperature is
restricted by the intrinsic safety
gas classification.
Class T5: 40C to +40C
Class T4: 40C to +60C
The detctor must be protected
from conditions of
condensation or icing.
Humidity:
0% to 98% relative humidity
(no condensation)
Wind speed:
Unaffected by wind
Alarm load:
325 in series with a 1.0V drop
Atmospheric pressure:
Insensitive to pressure
Electromagnetic Compatibility:
The detector meets the
requirements of BS EN 61000-6-3
for emissions and BS EN50 130-4
for susceptibility.
MECHANICAL
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Environmental performance
The environmental performance of the multisensor
detector is the same as that of the Orbis IS optical
smoke detector.
Also classification and BASEEFA certificate number
are the same as for the optical smoke detector.
technical data
All data is supplied subject to change without notice.
Specifications are given at 23C and 50% relative humidity
unless otherwise stated.
DETECTOR OPERATING
PRINCIPLES
Principle of detection:
Photo-electric detection of light
scattered by smoke particles
over a wide range of angles.
The optical arrangement
comprises an infra-red emitter
with a prism and a photo-diode
at 90 to the light beam with a
wide field of view. The detectors
microprocessor uses algorithms
to process the sensor readings.
The heat sensing element
increases the sensitivity of the
detector as the temperature
rises.
Sampling frequency:
Once every 4 seconds
ELECTRICAL
Supply voltage:
1428V DC
ENVIRONMENTAL
Supply wiring:
2 wires, polarity sensitive
Polarity reversal:
Not allowed
Power-up time:
<20 seconds
Minimum detector active
voltage: 12V
Switch-on surge current at 24V:
105A
Average quiescent current at
24V:
85A
Alarm load:
325 in series with a 1.0V drop
Minimum holding voltage:
5V
Wind speed:
Unaffected by wind
Atmospheric pressure:
Insensitive to pressure
IP rating to EN 60529: 1992*:
23D
Electromagnetic Compatibility:
The detector meets the
requirements of BS EN 61000-6-3
for emissions and BS EN50 130-4
for susceptibility.
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Humidity:
0% to 98% relative humidity
(no condensation)
heat detector
Fig.3
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technical data
All data is supplied subject to change without notice.
Specifications are given at 23C and 50% relative humidity
unless otherwise stated.
DETECTOR OPERATING
PRINCIPLES
MECHANICAL
Principle of detection:
Measurement of heat by means
of a thermistor.
Material:
Detector and base moulded in
white polycarbonate.
Sampling frequency:
Once every 2 seconds
Alarm Indicator:
Integral indicator with 360
visibility (See Table 1 on page
14 for details of flash rate)
ELECTRICAL
Supply voltage:
1428V DC
Environmental performance
The environmental performance is similar to that of
the Orbis IS optical smoke detector but it should be
noted that heat detectors are designed to work at
particular ambient temperatures (see Fig 3).
Also classification and BASEEFA certificate number are
the same as for the optical smoke detector.
Supply wiring:
2 wires, polarity sensitive
Polarity reversal:
Not allowed
Power-up time:
<20 seconds
ENVIRONMENTALAL
Wind speed:
Unaffected by wind
Atmospheric pressure:
Insensitive to pressure
Electromagnetic Compatibility:
The detector meets the
requirements of BS EN 61000-6-3
for emissions and BS EN50 130-4
for susceptibility.
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installing orbis IS
Orbis IS has been designed to make installation fast
and simple. Fig 4 shows the TimeSaver Base as it is
seen from the installers point of view.
The E-Z fit fixing holes are shaped to allow a simple
three-step mounting procedure:
Fit two screws to the mounting box or surface
Place the Orbis IS base over the screws and slide
home
Tighten the screws
The base offers three fixing centres at 51, 60 and 72mm.
A guide on the base interior indicates the length of
cable to be stripped. Five terminals are provided for
the cables, four being grouped together for ease of
termination.
Orbis IS Base
positive IN
positive OUT
negative IN and OUT (common terminal)
remote LED negative connection
functional earth (screen)
Orbis IS Adaptor
Orbis IS Adaptor
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Terminal 4, Screen
(Functional Earth)
intrins
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s
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OUT +
OUT+
IN +
IN+
LED
COM
LED
IN & OUT
TimeSaver IS Base
Fig.4
Note: the earth terminal in the base is provided for convenience where
continuity of a cable sheath or similar is required. It is not necessary for the
correct operation of the detector nor is it provided as a termination point for a
safety earth.
If screened cable is used screen continuity should be maintained and the
screen should be earthed only at one point. The earthing point should
preferably be close to the safety barrier.
The system complies with the requirements of the CPD only if wired using
screened cable. For details of cable connections see BSEN6007914, section
12.2.2.
IN +
COM
IN +
OUT
L ED
COM
IN +
COM
IN +
OUT
+
L ED
L ED
IN +
COM
OUT
OUT
L ED
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COM
Note: the earth terminal in the base is provided for convenience where
continuity of a cable sheath or similar is required. It is not necessary for the
correct operation of the detector nor is it provided as a termination point for a
safety earth.
If screened cable is used screen continuity should be maintained and the
screen should be earthed only at one point. The earthing point should
preferably be close to the safety barrier.
The system complies with the requirements of the CPD only if wired using
screened cable. For details of cable connections see BSEN6007914, section
12.2.2.
Screen
(Functional
Earth)
Fig.6
Control
panel
Safety
barrier
L ED
Screen
(Functional
Earth)
Fig.5
IN +
COM
OUT
LED
OUT
Safety
barrier
Control
panel
Feature
Description of Feature
StartUp
No Flash
No Flash
No Flash
No Flash
Normal
Operation
No Flash
No Flash
Flashing LED
Version
No Flash
FasTest
DirtAlert
SensAlert
Table 1
system design
The design of an intrinsically safe fire detection system
should only be undertaken by engineers familiar with
codes of practice for detection systems and hazardous
area electrical systems. The relevant standards are
BS5839: Part 1, BS EN 60079-14:2003 respectively.
The fire detection performance of the Orbis I.S. range
is the same as that of its standard counterparts but
some electrical parameters are different. Please use
the technical data given in this guide for Orbis IS
devices. Performance information given in the Orbis
Product Guide is applicable to the Orbis I.S. range.
The BASEEFA certification of the I.S. devices covers
their characteristics as components of an intrinsically
safe system and indicates that they can be used with a
margin of safety in such systems.
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Manufacturer
Type see
table on
AZ20984
No of
channels Certificate no
KFDO CS
EX 1.51P
BAS00ATEX 7087
MTL
MTL4061
Ex94C2040X
MTL
MTL5061
Ex94C2040X
Table 3
safety earth
Manufacturer
Type
Polarity Mounting
Z728
+ve
DIN-rail
Z828
ve
DIN-rail
Z428/Ex
+ve
DIN-rail/surface
Z528/Ex
ve
DIN-rail/surface
MTL
MTL728+
+ve
Busbar
MTL
MTL7028+
+ve
DIN-rail
MTL
MTL7128+
+ve
DIN-rail
Table 2
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Group
Conductor
resistance
ohm/km/core
Capacitance
F
Inductance
mH
L/R Ratio
H/ohm
IIC
0.083
4.2
55
IIB
0.65
12.6
165
IIA
2.15
33.6
440
Table 4
Inductance
mH/km
Capacitance
F/km
core
core
to core to sheath
Sheath
Resistance
ohm/km
Cable Type
Core
Size
mm2
1.5
12.1
0.534
0.19
0.21
2.77
1.5
12.1
0.643
0.13
0.17
1.58
Pirelli FP200
all
1.5
12.1
0.08
0.15
all
1.5
12.1
Table 5
0.77
0.09
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installation
It is important that the Orbis I.S. detectors be installed
in such a way that all terminals and connections are
protected to at least IP20 when the detector is in the
base. Special care must be taken with the rear of the
mounting base where live metal parts may be accessible.
Flush mounting of the base on a flat surface will
provide the required degree of protection.
The conduit box available from Apollo, part no.
45681-204, is also acceptable for mounting I.S. bases.
Apollo also supply a range of deckhead mounting
boxes. For more information, please refer to PP1089,
bases and accessories brochure.
Note that the earth terminal in the base is provided
for convenience where continuity of a cable sheath or
similar is required. It is not necessary for the correct
operation of the detector nor is it provided as a
termination point for a safety earth.
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servicing
Servicing of IS fire detectors may be carried out only
by a BASEEFA authorised body. In practical terms this
means that Apollo Orbis IS fire detectors may be
serviced only by Apollo at its factory. Servicing of
the fire detection system should be carried out as
recommended by the code of practice BS 5839: Part 1
or other local regulations in force.
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