Intrinsically Safe Explosion-proof

EB3C Relay Barriers

EB3L Lamp Barriers

Compact housing, low power consumption

A variety of control units can be connected.

Lamp Barriers

Relay Barriers
 Easy-to-operate Intrinsically Safe
Lamp Barriers for Worldwide

Compact and No Grounding

Lightweight Required (AC/DC)
198 mm
171.5 mm
No grounding
required
EB3C/EB3L
(10-circuit)
Worldwide Usage
75 mm

0.4 kg
140 mm

• Universal AC power voltage

(100 to 240V AC)
IBRC6101R
IBPL610∗E • Compliance with US, Canadian,
1.1 kg
European, and Japanese (TIIS)
40% footprint, 36% weight. standards
(Compared with IDEC’s
IBRC 10-circuit type)

Relay Barrier
Lamp Barrier

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Relay Barriers and Type
Type EB3C
EB3C
Usage Type
Type EB3L
EB3L
Illuminated
Pushbutton/Selector
Switches can be used.
Illuminated pushbutton/selector
switches can be used with the
combination of EB3C and EB3L.

Dry-contact switches with 0.5Ω

maximum contact resistance
can be connected to the EB3C.

ClassNK
Approved for use on ship and
other marine structures
(Japan).
A Variety of
Pilot Lights
ø6, ø8, ø10, ø22, and ø30 pilot lights
can be connected to the EB3L.

Super-bright LED is used on ø22

and ø30 pilot lights.
Connector Type Lens colors: Amber, blue, Buzzer can be
green, red, white,
MIL connector on the non-intrinsically
safe side.
and yellow connected to the EB3L
• Easy connection to PLCs
• Wiring is cut by 90% (compared with Continuous / intermittent buzzer
IDEC’s 16-circuit EB3C). sound available.
• Various 20-pin MIL connectors can be
connected.

Common Wiring
for PLC Inputs

8- and 16-circuit types are

available in common wiring
types, ideal for connection to
PLCs.
Spring-up Fingersafe
Terminals Reduce
Wiring Time
Spring-up structure Fingersafe

Out of touch

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 INTRINSIC SAFETY CONTACT SIGNAL TRANSDUCER

EB3C Relay Barrier

Input contacts can be used in any explosive gas and Zone 0/Class I Div. 1 areas.
Explosion protection
Relay Barrier: [Exia] II C
Switch: Exia II CT6 or Exia II BT6
• IEC60079 compliant
• Dry-contact switches with 0.5Ω maximum contact resistance
can be connected to the EB3C.
• Compact and lightweight (46% footprint and 36% weight
compared to IDEC’s 10-circuit IBRC)
• 8- and 16-circuit types are available in common wiring types,
ideal for connection to PLCs. 16-circuit types are also avail-
able with a connector.
• Universal AC power voltage (100 to 240V AC)
• No grounding required
• IDEC’s original spring-up terminal minimizes wiring time.
• Installation
35-mm-wide DIN rail mounting or direct screw mounting
• Global usage
USA: FM Connector Type

Canada: CSA
Europe: CE marking, ATEX
Japan: TIIS
• Ship class: ClassNK (Japan)

Types
Connection to
Number of
Power Voltage Non-intrinsically Input Wiring Method Output Type No.
Channels
Safe Circuit
1 EB3C-R01A
2 EB3C-R02A
3 EB3C-R03A
Separate/Common
5 EB3C-R05A
Wiring Compatible Relay
6 EB3C-R06A
8 EB3C-R08A
100 to 240V AC
10 EB3C-R10A
8 Common Wiring Only EB3C-R08CA
6 EB3C-T06A
Separate/Common
8 Transistor (Sink/Source) EB3C-T08A
Wiring Compatible
10 EB3C-T10A
Screw Terminal
8 Common Wiring Only Transistor (Sink) EB3C-T08CKA
8 Common Wiring Only EB3C-R08CD
Separate/Common
10 Relay EB3C-R10D
Wiring Compatible
16 Common Wiring Only EB3C-R16CD
Separate/Common
10 Transistor (Sink/Source) EB3C-T10D
Wiring Compatible
24V DC
8 EB3C-T08CKD
Sink
16 EB3C-T16CKD
8 EB3C-T08CSD
Common Wiring Only Transistor Source
16 EB3C-T16CSD
Sink EB3C-T16CKD-C
16 Connector
Source EB3C-T16CSD-C

Accessories
Name Type No. Order No. Package Quantity Description
BAA1000 BAA1000PN10 10 Aluminum (1 m long)
DIN Rail
BAP1000 BAP1000PN10 10 Steel (1 m long)
BNL5 BNL5PN10 10 For fastening EB3C
Mounting Clip
BNL6 BNL6PN10 10 units on the DIN rail.

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 EB3C Relay Barrier
Explosion-Protection and Electrical Specifications General Specifications
Intrinsic safety type Power Voltage Type AC Power Type DC Power Type
Explosion Protection
(IEC compliant) [Exia] II C Rated Power Voltage 100 to 240V AC 24V DC
Degree of Protection IP20 (IEC60529) Allowable Voltage
85 to 264V AC 21.6 to 26.4V DC
Safe indoor place Range
Installation
Location

Relay Barrier
(non-hazardous area) 50/60 Hz (allowable range:
Rated Frequency —
47 to 63 Hz)
Switch For zone 0, 1, 2 hazardous areas 10A (100V AC)
Inrush Current 10A
20A (200V AC)
Non-intrinsically Safe Circuit
250V AC 50/60Hz, 250V DC Between intrinsically safe circuit and non-intrinsically
Maximum Voltage (Um)
safe circuit:1500V AC
1-channel 16-channel Dielectric Strength
Wiring Method Between AC power and output terminal: 1500V AC
Separate Wiring Common Wiring (1 minute, 1 mA)
Rated Operating Voltage 12V DC ±10% Between DC power and transistor output terminal:
1000V AC
Rated Operating Current 10 mA DC ±20%
Operating Temperature –20 to +60°C (no freezing)
Intrinsically Safe Circuits

Maximum Output Voltage (Uo) 13.2V DC

Storage Temperature –20 to +60°C (no freezing)
Maximum Output Current (lo) 14.2 mA 227.2 mA
Operating Humidity 45 to 85% RH (no condensation)
Maximum Output Power (Po) 46.9 mW 750 mW Atmosphere 800 to 1100 hPa
Maximum External Inductance (Lo) Pollution Degree 2 (IEC60664)
175 (125) mH 0.68 (0.68) mH
(Note)
10 MΩ minimum (500V DC megger, between the same
Maximum External Insulation Resistance
900 (740) nF poles as the dielectric strength)
Capacitance (Co) (Note)
Panel mounting: 10 to 55 Hz, amplitude 0.75 mm
600/(n+1)Ω Damage Limits

Resistance
DIN rail mounting: 10 to 55 Hz, amplitude 0.35 mm

Vibration
(n = number of
Allowable Wiring Resistance (Rw) 300Ω Operation
common Panel mounting: 10 to 55 Hz, amplitude 0.5 mm
channels) Extremes
Maximum Channels per (relay output
– 16 only) DIN rail mounting: 10 to 55 Hz, amplitude 0.35 mm
Common Line
Contact Configuration 1NO Resistance Panel mounting: 500 m/s2 (3 times each on X, Y, Z)
Shock

Rated Insulation Voltage (Ui) 250V AC, 125V DC

Damage Limits
Thermal Current (lth) 3A (common terminal: 8A) DIN rail mounting: 300 m/s2 (3 times each on X, Y, Z)
Allowable Power

Resistive Load AC: 750 VA, DC: 72W Terminal Style M3 screw terminal
Contact

Mounting 35-mm-wide DIN rail or panel mounting (M4 screw)

Power Consumption 9.6 VA (EB3C-R10A at 200V AC)
AC: 750 VA (cos ø = 0.3 to 0.4) (approx.) 4.8 W (EB3C-R16CD at 24V DC)
Inductive Load
DC: 48W (L/R = 7 ms) Weight (approx.) 0.39 kg (EB3C-R16CD)

Switch Explosion-Protection Specifications (TIIS Japan)

Relay Output

Rated Load

Resistive Load 250V AC 3A, 24V DC 3A Simple apparatuses in accordance with relevant standards of each country can be
installed in the hazardous area and connected to the EB3C located in the safe
250V AC 3A (cos ø = 0.3 to 0.4) area. In Japan, any switches, though regarded as simple apparatuses, must be cer-
Non-intrinsically Safe Circuits

Inductive Load tified for explosion-proof devices. EB9Z-A and EB9Z-A1 are IDEC’s generic Type
24V DC 2A (L/R = 7 ms)
No. of any single apparatuses certified by TIIS Japan for use with the EB3C, there-
Minimum Applicable Load 0.1V DC, 0.1 mA (reference value) fore simple apparatuses with specifications shown below can be used as those
Contact Resistance 50 mΩ maximum (initial value) approved by the Japanese explosion-proof certification.
Turn ON Time 12 ms maximum (rated voltage) Switch Type No. EB9Z-A EB9Z-A1
Turn OFF Time 10 ms maximum (rated voltage) Explosion Proof Exia II CT6 Exia II BT6
20,000,000 operations minimum Operating Temperature –20 to +60°C (no freezing)
Mechanical Life (at 18,000 operations/hour, without Operating Humidity 45 to 85% RH (no condensation)
load)
Degree of Protection IP20
100,000 operations minimum
Electrical Life Dielectric Strength 500V AC, 1 mA
(at 1,800 operations/hour, rated load)
1-channel Separate Wiring
Short-circuit Protection None
Maximum input voltage (Ui): 13.2V
Rated Voltage 24V DC Maximum input current (Ii): 14.2 mA
Maximum Voltage 30V DC Maximum input power (Pi): 46.9 mW
Maximum Current 100 mA (connector type: 15 mA) Internal inductance (Li): ≤ 5 µH
Transistor Output

Intrinsic Safety Ratings Internal capacitance (Ci): ≤ 2 nF

Leakage Current 0.1 mA maximum
and Parameters 16-channel Common Wiring
Voltage Drop 1V maximum Maximum input voltage (Ui): 13.2V
Clamping Voltage 33V (1W) Maximum input current (Ii): 227.2 mA
Inrush Current 0.5A maximum (1 sec) Maximum input power (Pi): 750 mW
Turn ON Time 0.1 ms maximum (resistive load) Internal inductance (Li): ≤ 80 µH
Internal capacitance (Ci): ≤ 32 nF
Turn OFF Time 0.4 ms (typical) (resistive load)
Metallic: Magnesium content must be 6% or less
Short-circuit Protection None (steel and aluminum are acceptable)
Note: Values in ( ) are those approved by TIIS (Technology Institution of Plastic: Switch operator Caution
Industrial Safety, Japan). exposed area To prevent electrostatic
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Enclosure Material IIC: 20 cm maximum charges, do not rub the
Certification No. IIB: 100 cm2 maximum switch surface during
When the switch has a operation. Use a soft
Certification cloth dipped with water
Explosion Protection Certification No. wider exposed area, attach
Organization for cleaning.
a caution label as shown at
Class I, II, III Div. 1 right. Caution Label Example
Group A, B, C, D, E, F, G 3015417 (terminal type)
FM
3019223 (connector type) Contact rating: Ui, Ii minimum
Class I, Zone 0 AEx [ia] IIC Contact resistance: 0.5Ω maximum
CSA Class I Div. 1 Group A, B, C, D 166730 Cross sectional area of wire: 0.000962 mm2 maximum
NEMKO [EExia] II C Nemko 02ATEX279 Printed circuit board: Thickness 0.5 mm minimum
Copper foil width 0.15 mm
Relay barrier: [Exia] II C C15753
Switch Ratings minimum
TIIS Japan Switch (EB9Z-A): Exia II CT6 C15758 Thickness 18 µm minimum one/
Switch (EB9Z-A1): Exia II BT6 C15961 both side(s)
ClassNK Exia II C 02T606 A resistor to prevent contact welding and an LED can be
connected to 1-channel separate wiring circuits. Consult
Note: For details about switches, see “Switch Explosion-Protection Specifica- IDEC for details.
tions” on page 5 and “3. Switches in the Hazardous Area” on page 9.
Note: For details, see “3. Switches in the Hazardous Area” on page 9.

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EB3C Relay Barrier

Internal Circuit Block Diagram

• AC Power, Relay Output Type • DC Power, Transistor Output Type • Connector Wiring, Sink Output Type

Hazardous Area
• • • • • • • •

P1 N1 P2 N2 P3 N3 P1 N1 P2 N2 P3 N3 P1 • • • • P16 N1 N2
Non-hazardous Area

Yellow Yellow Yellow Green Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow

Green Green

~
~ ~
~
~ ~ ~
L N A1 C1 A2 C2 A3 C3 + – A1 C1 A2 C2 A3 C3 + – A1 • • • • A16 C1 C2

Dimensions
• Screw Terminal Type
EB3C–∗05 EB3C–∗08
EB3C–∗02 EB3C–∗06 EB3C–∗10
EB3C–∗01 EB3C–∗03 EB3C–∗08C EB3C–∗16C

ø4.4
42 65 110.5 171.5 77.5
61
75

65
ø6 hole

(4)
77.5
6

10 10 10 10 10

Mounting Hole Layout (Screw Mounting)

2-M4 tapped or
2-ø4.5 mounting 2-M4 tapped or 2-M4 tapped or 4-M4 tapped or
65
65

holes 2-ø4.5 mounting holes 2-ø4.5 mounting holes 4-ø4.5 mounting holes

28 51 97 97

• Connector Type
171.5
ø6 Applicable Crimping Terminal
ø3 min.
6 max.
4- 4.5 holes

3 max. 5.4 min.

75

65

65

4-M4 or 4-ø4.5 holes

Stripping the Wire End

83.5 97 Solid Wire
(4)

Mounting Hole Layout

6 to 8 mm
77.5

Stranded Wire (Ferrule)

6

6 to 8 mm
10 10
97
All dimensions in mm.

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 EB3C Relay Barrier
External Wiring Examples
• Transistor Sink Output Type (Ex.: EB3C-T08CKD) • Transistor Source Output Type (Ex.: EB3C-T08CSD)

P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 N1 N2 P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 N1 N2

+ – A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 C1 C2 + – A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 C1 C2

Load Power Load Power

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load
24V DC 24V DC
24V DC 24V DC

• Relay Output Type (Ex.: EB3C-R06A) • Transistor Output Type (Ex.: EB3C-T06A)

P1 N1 P2 N2 P3 N3 P4 N4 P5 N5 P6 N6 P1 N1 P2 N2 P3 N3 P4 N4 P5 N5 P6 N6

L N A1 C1 A2 C2 A3 C3 A4 C4 A5 C5 A6 C6 L N A1 C1 A2 C2 A3 C3 A4 C4 A5 C5 A6 C6

Load
Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load
Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

Load

AC Power Power AC Power Load

AC/DC Power
24V DC

Connector Type Output Wiring Diagram

• EB3C-T16CKD-C Wiring Example with IDEC’s PLC MicroSmart
CH9 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH16 EB3C-T16CKD-C FC4A-N16B3 EB3C-T16CSD-C FC4A-N16B3
A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 NC NC Terminal Output Input Terminal Terminal Output Input Terminal
CHn
19 1
20 A1 I0 20 20 A1 I0 20
20 2 + –
A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 C1 C2
An COM 19 A9 I10 19 19 A9 I10 19
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8 +V COM 18 A2 I1 18 18 A2 I1 18
17 A10 I11 17 17 A10 I11 17

• EB3C-T16CSD-C 16 A3 I2 16 16 A3 I2 16

CH9 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH16

15 A11 I12 15 15 A11 I12 15
A9 A10 A11 A12 A13 A14 A15 A16 NC NC 14 A4 I3 14 14 A4 I3 14
19 1 CHn
13 A12 I13 13 13 A12 I13 13
20 2
– + 12 A5 I4 12 12 A5 I4 12
A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 C1 C2 An COM
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8 –V COM 11 A13 I14 11 11 A13 I14 11
10 A6 I5 10 10 A6 I5 10
9 A14 I15 9 9 A14 I15 9
8 A7 I6 8 8 A7 I6 8
7 A15 I16 7 7 A15 I16 7
6 A8 I7 6 6 A8 I7 6
5 A16 I17 5 5 A16 I17 5
4 +V COM 4 4 –V COM 4
3 NC COM 3 3 NC COM 3
2 COM(–) NC 2 2 COM(+) NC 2
1 NC NC 1 1 NC NC 1
Note 1: The wiring in dashed line does not affect the operation of the MicroSmart.
Note 2: Applicable connector is IDEC’s JE1S-201.

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EB3C Relay Barrier

Wiring
1. Separate Wiring Diagram Symbols
• Each input line of the EB3C makes up one independent intrinsically safe circuit. Contacts in one switch
(EB9Z-A or EB9Z-A1)

One intrinsically safe circuit

(16 circuits maximum)
P1
N1
N2

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3
P4
N4
P5
N5
P6
N6

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3
P4
N4
P5
N5
P6
N6
P7
N7
P8
N8
P9
N9
A10 P10
C10 N10
C1
C2

C1

C2

C3

C1

C2

C3

C4

C5

C6

C1

C2

C3

C4

C5

C6

C7

C8

C9
A1

A1

A2

A3

A1

A2

A3

A4

A5

A6

A1

A2

A3

A4

A5

A6

A7

A8

A9
N

N
L

L
EB3C-∗01 EB3C-∗03 EB3C-∗06 EB3C-∗10

2. Common Wiring (Maximum 16 cicuits)

• All input lines are wired to a common line inside the intrinsically safe switch (one common line per intrinsically safe circuit).
P1
P2
P3
P4
P5
P6
P7
P8
N1
N2
P9
P10
P11
P12
P13
P14
P15
P16
N3
N4

P1
N1
N2

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3
P4
N4
P5
N5
P6
N6

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3
P4
N4
P5
N5
P6
N6
P7
N7
P8
N8
P9
N9
A10 P10
C10 N10

P1
P2
P3
P4
P5
P6
P7
P8
N1
N2
A10

A12
A13
A14
A15
A16
A11
C1
C2

C3
C4

C1
C2

C1

C2

C3

C1

C2

C3

C4

C5

C6

C1

C2

C3

C4

C5

C6

C7

C8

C9

C1
C2
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8

A9

A1

A1

A2

A3

A1

A2

A3

A4

A5

A6

A1

A2

A3

A4

A5

A6

A7

A8

A9

A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
N

N
L

L
EB3C-∗16C EB3C-∗01 EB3C-∗03 EB3C-∗06 EB3C-∗10 EB3C-∗08C

• Some input lines are wired to a common line inside the intrainsically safe switches, while others are outside the switches
(one common line per intrinsically safe circuit).
P1
P2
P3
P4
P5
P6
P7
P8
N1
N2
P9
P10
P11
P12
P13
P14
P15
P16
N3
N4

P1
N1
N2

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3
P4
N4
P5
N5
P6
N6

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3
P4
N4
P5
N5
P6
N6
P7
N7
P8
N8
P9
N9
A10 P10
C10 N10

P1
P2
P3
P4
P5
P6
P7
P8
N1
N2
A10

A12
A13
A14
A15
A16
A11
C1
C2

C3
C4

C1
C2

C1

C2

C3

C1

C2

C3

C4

C5

C6

C1

C2

C3

C4

C5

C6

C7

C8

C9

C1
C2
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8

A9

A1

A1

A2

A3

A1

A2

A3

A4

A5

A6

A1

A2

A3

A4

A5

A6

A7

A8

A9

A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
N

N
L

L
EB3C-∗16C EB3C-∗01 EB3C-∗03 EB3C-∗06 EB3C-∗10 EB3C-∗08C

• All input lines are wired to a common line outside the intrinsically safe switches (one common line per intrinsically safe circuit).
P1
P2
P3
P4
P5
P6
P7
P8
N1
N2
P9
P10
P11
P12
P13
P14
P15
P16
N3
N4

P1
N1
N2

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3
P4
N4
P5
N5
P6
N6

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3
P4
N4
P5
N5
P6
N6
P7
N7
P8
N8
P9
N9
A10 P10
C10 N10

P1
P2
P3
P4
P5
P6
P7
P8
N1
N2
A10

A12
A13
A14
A15
A16
A11
C1
C2

C3
C4

C1
C2

C1

C2

C3

C1

C2

C3

C4

C5

C6

C1

C2

C3

C4

C5

C6

C7

C8

C9

C1
C2
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8

A9

A1

A1

A2

A3

A1

A2

A3

A4

A5

A6

A1

A2

A3

A4

A5

A6

A7

A8

A9

A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
N

N
L

EB3C-∗16C EB3C-∗01 EB3C-∗03 EB3C-∗06 EB3C-∗10 EB3C-∗08C

Recommended Connector Cable for Connector Types

Description No. of Poles Length (m) Type No. Appearance Applicable Type
0.5 FC9Z-H050A20
1 FC9Z-H100A20
I/O Terminal Cable

With Shield MicroSmart I/O Module

2 FC9Z-H200A20
3 FC9Z-H300A20
0.5 FC9Z-H050B20
1 FC9Z-H100B20
Without Shield MicroSmart I/O Module
2 FC9Z-H200B20
3 FC9Z-H300B20
20
1 BX9Z-H100E4 200
Cable with Crimping
2 BX9Z-H200E4 Screw Terminal Type
Terminal 2

3 BX9Z-H300E4

1 BX9Z-H100L 350 Mitsubishi A, Q Series

Input Module
40-pin Cable for PLC 2 BX9Z-H200L (positive common)
10 ↓
0
3 BX9Z-H300L EB3C-T16CKD-C

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Precautions for Operation

1. Installation of EB3C Relay Barriers 3. Switches in the Hazardous Area
(1) The EB3C can be installed in any direction. (For Japan application only)
(2) Install the EB3C relay barrier in a safe area (non-hazardous (1) A switch contains the switch contact, enclosure, and inter-
area) in accordance with intrinsic safety ratings and param- nal wiring. A switch contact refers to an ordinary switching
eters. To avoid mechanical shocks, install the EB3C in an device which consists of contacts only, such as a pushbut-
enclosure which suppresses shocks. ton switch. See below.
(3) When installing or wiring the EB3C, prevent electromag- Applicable Switches
netic and electrostatic inductions in the intrinsically safe cir- Push-pull Switches Pushbutton, Foot, Trigger, Rocker, Grip
cuit. Also prevent the intrinsically safe circuits from Rotary, Selector, Cam, Drum, Thumb
contacting with another intrinsically safe circuit and any Control Twisting Switches
wheel
Switches
other circuits. Lever and Slide Toggle, Multidirectional, Wobble stick,
Maintain at least 50 mm clearance, or provide a metallic Switches Lever, Slide switch
separating board between the intrinsically safe circuit and Displacement Microswitch, Limit, Magnetic proximity,
non-intrinsically safety circuit. When providing a metallic Sensing Switches Door, Reed, Mercury
separating board, make sure that the board fits closely to Switches Level Switches Liquid level
the enclosure (top, bottom, and both sides). Allowable Others Pressure, Temperature
clearance between the enclosure and board is 1.5 mm at Note: For installation in hazardous areas and connection to the EB3C, use
the maximum. switches which are certified, approved, or considered to be simple
The clearance of 50 mm between the intrinsically safe cir- apparatus in relevant standards in each country.
cuit and non-intrinsically safe circuit may not be sufficient (2) When the switch has internal wiring or lead wire, make sure
when a motor circuit or high-voltage circuit is installed that the values of internal inductance (Li) and capacitance
nearby. In this case, provide a wider clearance between the (Ci) are within the certified values.
circuits referring to 5 (3) “Minimum Parallel Distance (3) Enclose the switch contact’s bare live part in an enclosure
between the Intrinsically Safe Circuit and Other Circuits.” of IP20 or higher protection.
(4) In order to prevent contact between intrinsically safe circuits (4) Depending on the explosion-protection specifications
and non-intrinsically safe circuits, mount EB3C units with according to TIIS Japan, the exposed area of plastic switch
terminals arranged in the same direction. operator is limited as follows:
Intrinsically Safe Circuit • Exia II CT6 (EB9Z-A): 20 cm2 maximum
• Exia II BT6 (EB9Z-A1): 100 cm2 maximum
Non-intrinsically EB3C EB3C EB3C (5) Attach the certification mark supplied with the EB3C on the
Safe Circuit EB9Z-A or EB9Z-A1 switch (for Japan application).
(6) Magnesium content of metallic enclosure must be 6% or
EB3C EB3C less (steel and aluminum are acceptable).
Intrinsically Safe Circuit (7) When the switch operator of plastic enclosure has a wider
exposed area than the following limits, attach a caution
label as shown below.
(5) Maintain at least 6 mm (or 3 mm according to IEC60079-
11: 1999) clearance between the terminal of intrinsically IIC: 20 cm2 maximum Caution
To prevent electrostatic
safe circuit and the grounded metal part of a metal enclo- IIB: 100 cm2 maximum charges, do not rub the switch
sure, and between the relay terminal block of an intrinsically surface during operation.
Use a soft cloth dipped with
safe circuit and the grounded metal part of a metal enclo- water for cleaning.
sure.
(6) For installing the EB3C, mount on a 35-mm-wide DIN rail or Caution Label Example
directly on a panel using screws. Make sure to install
securely to withstand vibration. When mounting on a DIN (8) For the 1-circuit separate wiring, a resistor to prevent reed
rail, push in the clamp completely. Use the BNL5 or BNL6 switch contact welding and an LED miniature pilot lights
mounting clips on both sides of the EB3C to prevent from can be connected in series with the contact. See below.
moving sideways. Use the terminal screw of M3 or larger.
(7) Excessive extraneous noise may cause malfunction and Applicable Resistor Ratings
damage to the EB3C. When extraneous noise activates the Resistance 100Ω maximum
voltage limiting circuit (thyristor), remove the noise source Rated Wattage 0.5 to 3W
and restore the power.
Type Metal (oxide) film resistors
2. Terminal Wiring
(1) Using a ø5.5 mm or smaller screw driver, tighten the termi- R
nal screws (including unused terminal screws) to a torque Reed Switch
of 0.6 to 1.0 N·m (recommended value).
(2) Make sure that IP20 is achieved when wiring. Use insula-
tion tubes on bare crimping terminals.
(3) To prevent disengaged wires from contacting with other
intrinsically safe circuits, bind together the wires of one
intrinsically circuit. EB3C
(4) When the adjacent terminal is connected to another intrinsi-
• Applicable LED Type
cally safe circuit, provide an insulation distance of at least 6
mm. IDEC’s IPL1 series LED miniature pilot lights.

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EB3C Relay Barrier

Precautions for Operation

4. Output Specifications 5. Wiring for Intrinsic Safety
(1) When wiring the output from the EB3C, connect the non- (1) The voltage applied on the general circuit connected to the
intrinsically safe circuit to terminals A and C. The EB3C out- non-intrinsically safe circuit terminals of the EB3C relay bar-
put circuit is not equipped with short-circuit protection. If rier must be 250V AC, 50/60Hz, or 250V DC at the maxi-
required, provide a protection in the external circuit. mum under any conditions, including the voltage of the
(2) Relay Output input power and the internal circuit.
Some types of loads generate reverse emf (such as sole- (2) When wiring, take into consideration the prevention of elec-
noids) or cause a large inrush current (incandescent tromagnetic and electrostatic charges on intrinsically safe
lamps), resulting in a shorter operation life of output relay circuits. Also, prevent intrinsically safe circuits from contact-
contacts. The operation life of contacts can be extended by ing with other circuits.
preventing the reverse emf using a diode, RC, or varistor, or (3) The intrinsically safe circuits must be separated from non-
by suppressing the inrush current using a resistor or RL. intrinsically safe circuits. Contain intrinsically safe circuits in
Contacts are made of gold-clad silver. When using at a a metallic tube or duct, or separate the intrinsically safe cir-
small current and a low voltage (reference value: 0.1 mA, cuits referring to the table below.
0.1V), test the contact on the actual circuit in advance. Note: Cables with a magnetic shield, such as a metallic sheath, prevent elec-
tromagnetic induction and electrostatic induction, however, a non-
(3) Transistor Output magnetic shield prevents electrostatic induction only. For non-mag-
When connecting a small load, the load may not turn off netic shields, take a preventive measure against electromagnetic
induction.
because of a leakage current, even though the transistor
output is turned off. If this is the case, connect a resistor in Finely twisted pair cables prevent electromagnetic induc-
parallel with the load to bypass the leakage current. tion. Adding shields to the twisted pair cables provides pro-
When an excessively high voltage (clamps at 33V, 1W) or a tection against electrostatic induction.
reverse voltage is applied to the output terminals, the Minimum Parallel Distance between the Intrinsically
clamping circuit or output transistor may be damaged. Safe Circuit and Other Circuits (mm)
When driving an inductive load, be sure to connect a diode Voltage and
across the load to absorb reverse emf. Current of Other Over 100A 100A or less 50A or less 10A or less
Circuits
Over 440V 2000 2000 2000 2000
440V or less 2000 600 600 600
An Load 220V or less 2000 600 600 500
110V or less 2000 600 500 300
*
60V or less 2000 500 300 150
Cn (4) When identifying intrinsically safe circuits by color, use light
*: Surge Absorber blue terminal blocks and cables.
Example of Overvoltage Absorption Circuit (5) When using two or more EB3C’s to set up one intrinsically
safe circuit in the common wiring configuration, intercon-
(4) In the common wiring only types, the output terminals are nect two neutral terminals (N1 through N10) on each EB3C
not isolated from each other. between adjacent EB3C’s in parallel.
(5) When connecting the connector type EB3C’s in parallel, (6) Make sure that the power of the EB3C and contact are
use one power supply to power the EB3C’s. Do not connect turned off before starting inspection or replacement.
any wiring to the C1 and C2 terminals. Note: For the details of wiring the intrinsically safe circuits, refer to a relevant
test guideline for explosion-proof electric equipment in each country.

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 INTRINSIC SAFETY LAMP BARRIER

EB3L Lamp Barrier

120 types of pilot lights and buzzers can be connected.
Illuminated pushbuttons and illuminated selector switches can be connected
by combining with the EB3C relay barrier.
No grounding required.
Explosion protection
Lamp Barrier [Exia] II C
Pilot Light (separate wiring) Exia II CT6
Pilot Light (common wiring) Exia II CT4
Illuminated Pushbutton Exia II CT4
Illuminated Selector Switch Exia II CT4
Buzzer (separate wiring) Exia II CT6
• IEC60079 compliant
• Compact and lightweight (46% footprint and 36% weight com-
pared to IDEC’s 10-circuit IBPL)
• 8- and 16-circuit types are available in common wiring types,
ideal for connection to PLCs. 16-circuit types are also available
with a connector.
• Universal AC power voltage (100 to 240V AC)
• No grounding required
• IDEC’s original spring-up terminal minimizes wiring time. Connector Type

• Installation
35-mm-wide DIN rail mounting or direct screw mounting
• ø6, ø8, ø10, ø22 and ø30 pilot lights available
• Illuminated pushbuttons and illuminated selector switches can be
connected by combining with the EB3C relay barrier.
Illumination colors: Amber, blue, green, red, white, and yellow
(pushlock turn reset type: red only)
• Continuous and intermittent sound types are available for buzz-
ers (ø30).
• Global usage
USA: FM
Canada: CSA
Europe: CE marking, ATEX
Japan: TIIS
• Ship class: ClassNK (Japan)

Types
Connection to
Number of
Power Voltage Non-intrinsically Input Wiring Method Output Type No.
Channels
Safe Circuit
1 EB3L-S01SA
2 EB3L-S02SA
3 Separate/Common Source EB3L-S03SA
100 to 240V AC
6 Wiring Compatible EB3L-S06SA
EB3L-S10SA
10
Screw Terminal Sink EB3L-S10KA
8 Common Wiring Only Transistor EB3L-S08CSD
Separate/Common
10 Source EB3L-S10SD
Wiring Compatible
24V DC EB3L-S16CSD
Sink EB3L-S16CKD
16 Common Wiring Only
Source EB3L-S16CSD-C
Connector
Sink EB3L-S16CKD-C

Accessories
Name Type No. Order No. Package Quantity Description
BAA1000 BAA1000PN10 10 Aluminum (1 m long)
DIN Rail
BAP1000 BAP1000PN10 10 Steel (1 m long)
BNL5 BNL5PN10 10 For fastening EB3L
Mounting Clip
BNL6 BNL6PN10 10 units on the DIN rail.

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• Pilot Lights, Illuminated Pushbuttons, Illuminated Selector Switches, and Buzzers
Lens Color/
Series
Type Size Shape Operation Mode Contact Type No. (Note 2) Illumination Operation
(Note 1)
Color Code∗
Dome — — EB3P-LAN1-∗
Dome w/Diecast
ø30 N — — EB3P-LAD1-∗
Sleeve
Square — — EB3P-LUN3B-∗
Flush — — EB3P-LAW1-∗
Flush
— — EB3P-LAW1B-∗ A: Amber
(Marking Type)
TW
Pilot Light

Dome — — EB3P-LAW2-∗ G: Green

R: Red
Square Flush —
— — EB3P-LUW1B-∗ S: Blue
(Marking Type)
W: White
ø22 Round Flush — — EB3P-LHW1-∗ Y: Yellow
HW Dome — — EB3P-LHW2-∗
Square Flush — — EB3P-LHW4-∗
Round — — EB3P-LLW1-∗
Square — — EB3P-LLW2-∗
LW
Round w/Square
— — EB3P-LLW3-∗
Bezel
Extended — — IPL1-18-∗
ø10
Miniature Pilot Light

Coned — — IPL1-19-∗
Flush — — IPL1-87-∗ A: Amber
ø8 Extended — — IPL1-88-∗ G: Green
UP R: Red —
Coned — — IPL1-89-∗ W: White
Flush — — IPL1-67-∗ Y: Yellow
ø6 Extended — — IPL1-68-∗
Coned — — IPL1-69-∗
A: Amber
Momentary 1NO-1NC EB3P-LBAN211-∗ G: Green
R: Red
Extended
ø30 N S: Blue
Maintained 1NO-1NC EB3P-LBAON211-∗ W: White
Y: Yellow
Mushroom Pushlock Turn Reset 1NO-1NC EB3P-LBAVN311-R R
Illuminated Pushbutton

A: Amber
Momentary 1NO-1NC EB3P-LBAW211-∗ G: Green
R: Red
Extended
TW S: Blue —
Maintained 1NO-1NC EB3P-LBAOW211-∗ W: White
Y: Yellow
ø22 Mushroom Pushlock Turn Reset 1NO-1NC EB3P-LBAVW411-R R
Momentary 1NO EB3P-LBH1W110-∗
HW Round
Maintained 1NO EB3P-LBHA1W110-∗
Momentary DPDT EB3P-LBL1W1C2-∗
Round
Maintained DPDT EB3P-LBLA1W1C2-∗
LW
Momentary DPDT EB3P-LBL2W1C2-∗
Square
Maintained DPDT EB3P-LBLA2W1C2-∗
2-position 1NO-1NC EB3P-LSAN211-∗ Maintained
ø30 N Round
3-position 2NO EB3P-LSAN320-∗ Maintained
2-position 1NO-1NC EB3P-LSAW211-∗ Maintained
A: Amber
2-position, G: Green
1NO-1NC EB3P-LSAW2111-∗ Spring return from right
Illuminated Selector Switch

return from right R: Red

3-position 2NO EB3P-LSAW320-∗ S: Blue Maintained
TW Round 3-position, W: White
2NO EB3P-LSAW3120-∗ Spring return from right
(Note 3)

return from right Y: Yellow

3-position,
2NO EB3P-LSAW3220-∗ Ring return from left
ø22 return from left
3-position,
2NO EB3P-LSAW3320-∗ 2-way spring return
2-way return
2-position 1NO-1NC EB3P-LSHW211-∗ Maintained
HW Round
3-position 2NO EB3P-LSHW320-∗ Maintained
Round 2-position DPDT EB3P-LSL1W2C2-∗ Maintained
LW Round w/Square
3-position DPDT EB3P-LSL3W3C2-∗ Maintained
Bezel
Continuous sound — EB3P-ZUN12C —
Buzzer ø30 — — —
Intermittent sound — EB3P-ZUN12F —
Note 1: Codes N, TW, HW, LW, and UP are the series names of IDEC’s control units.
Note 2: Specify a color code in place of ∗.
Note 3: Illuminated selector switches have a knob operator.

Accessories
Name Type No. Package Quantity
LED Lamp EB9Z-LDS1-∗ 1
Note: Specify a color code in place of ∗ in the Type No.
A: amber, G: green, R: red, S: blue, W: white, Y: yellow

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Explosion-Protection and Electrical Specifications General Specifications of Pilot Light, Illuminated
Intrinsic safety type Pushbutton, Illuminated Selector Switch, and Buzzer
Explosion Protection
(IEC compliant) [Exia] II C Operating Temperature –20 to +60°C (no freezing)
Degree of Protection IP20 (IEC60529) Operating Humidity 45 to 85% RH (no condensation)
Installation

Lamp Barrier Safe indoor place (non-hazardous area) EB3P: 1000V AC

Location

Dielectric Strength
IPL1: 500V AC
Pilot Light, Illuminated Switch, (1 mA, 1 minute)
For zone 0, 1, 2 hazardous areas (between intrinsically safe circuit and dead parts)
Buzzer
10 MΩ minimum (500V DC megger, between the
Insulation Resistance
Non-intrinsically Safe Circuit same poles as the dielectric strength)
250V AC 50/60Hz, 250V DC
Maximum Voltage (Um) IP65 (IEC60529) (except for terminals)
Degree of Protection
Operation Input ON, Output ON (1:1) EB3P-LU/IPL1: IP40
1-channel 16-channel Lens/Illumination Pilot light: Amber, blue, green, red, white, yellow

Pilot light/Miniature Pilot Light

Wiring Method Color Miniature pilot light: Amber, green, red, white, yellow
Separate Wiring Common Wiring
Rated Operating Voltage 12V DC 1-channel Separate Wiring
Maximum input voltage (Ui): 13.2V
Rated Operating Current 10 mA DC
Maximum input current (Ii): 14.2 mA
Intrinsically Safe Circuits (Output)

Maximum Output Voltage (Uo) 13.2V DC Maximum input power (Pi): 46.9 mW
Maximum Output Current (lo) 14.2 mA 227.2 mA Internal inductance (Li): ≤ 5 µH
Intrinsic Safety
Internal capacitance (Ci): ≤ 2 nF
Maximum Output Power (Po) 46.9 mW 750 mW Ratings and
16-channel Common Wiring
Parameters
Maximum External Inductance Maximum input voltage (Ui): 13.2V
125 mH 0.68 mH Maximum input current (Ii): 227.2 mA
(Lo) (Note)
Maximum input power (Pi): 750 mW
Maximum External
740 nF Internal inductance (Li): ≤ 80 µH
Capacitance (Co) (Note)
Internal capacitance (Ci): ≤ 32 nF
Allowable Wiring Resistance (Rw) 200/(n+1)Ω
(n = number of common channels) IP65 (IEC60529) (except for terminals)
Degree of Protection
EB3P-LSAW∗∗: IP54
Maximum Channels per
16 Illuminated Switch Illumination Color Amber, blue, green, red, white, yellow
Common Line
Pilot light: 3.5V, 8.5 mA Contact 12V DC ±10%, 10 mA ±20%
Voltage and Current when Miniature pilot light: 2V, 10 mA Voltage/Current (when connecting to the EB3C)
Connecting Control Units Illuminated switch: 3.5V, 8.5 mA 16-channel Common Wiring
Buzzer: 6.5V, 5.5 mA Maximum input voltage (Ui): 13.2V
Intrinsic Safety
Rated voltage: 24V DC Maximum input current (Ii): 227.2 mA
Non-intrinsically Safe Circuits Ratings and
Rated current: 5 mA Maximum input power (Pi): 750 mW
(Signal Input) Parameters
(connector type: 4 mA) Internal inductance (Li): ≤ 80 µH
Internal capacitance (Ci): ≤ 32 nF
Degree of Protection IP20 (IEC60529) (except for terminals)
General Specifications
Sound Volume 75 dB minimum (at 1 m)
Power Voltage Type AC Power Type DC Power Type
Sound Source Piezoelectric oscillator (continuous or intermittent)
Rated Power Voltage 100 to 240V AC 24V DC
Buzzer

1-channel Separate Wiring

Allowable Voltage Maximum input voltage (Ui): 13.2V
85 to 264V AC 21.6 to 26.4V DC Intrinsic Safety
Range Maximum input current (Ii): 14.2 mA
Ratings and
50/60 Hz (allowable range: Maximum input power (Pi): 46.9 mW
Rated Frequency — Parameters
47 to 63 Hz) Internal inductance (Li): ≤ 100 mH
Internal capacitance (Ci): ≤ 260 nF
10A (100V AC)
Inrush Current 10A
20A (200V AC) Note: Connect buzzers in separate wring. Buzzers cannot be used in com-
Between intrinsically safe circuit and non-intrinsically mon wiring.
Dielectric Strength safe circuit:1500V AC
(1 minute, 1 mA)
Between AC power and signal input: 1500V AC
Certification No.
Certification Certification
Operating Temperature –20 to +60°C (no freezing) Type Explosion Protection
Organization No.
Storage Temperature –20 to +60°C (no freezing) Class I, II, III Div. 1
Operating Humidity 45 to 85% RH (no condensation) Lamp Barrier Group A, B, C, D, E, F, G
Atmosphere 800 to 1100 hPa Class I, Zone 0 AEx [ia] IIC
3019223
Pollution Degree 2 (IEC60664) FM Class I, II, III Div. 1
Group A, B, C, D, E, F, G
10 MΩ minimum (500V DC megger, between the same Buzzer
Insulation Resistance T6
poles as the dielectric strength)
Class I, Zone0 AExiaIICT6
Resistance Resistance

Panel mounting: 10 to 55 Hz, amplitude 0.75 mm

Vibration

(2 hours each on X, Y, Z) Class I Div. 1

Lamp Barrier 166730
Damage Limits Group A, B, C, D
DIN rail mounting: 10 to 55 Hz, amplitude 0.35 mm CSA
Class I Div. 1
(2 hours each on X, Y, Z) Buzzer
Group A, B, C, D T6
Panel mounting: 500 m/s2 (3 times each on X, Y, Z) Nemko
Lamp Barrier [EExia] II C
Shock

Damage Limits 02ATEX279

NEMKO
DIN rail mounting: 300 m/s2 (3 times each on X, Y, Z) Nemko
Buzzer Exia IICT6
03ATEX1628X
Terminal Style M3 screw terminal Lamp barrier [Exia] II C C16355
Mounting 35-mm-wide DIN rail or panel mounting (M4 screw) Pilot light/miniature
Power Consumption 8.8 VA (EB3L-S10SA at 200V AC) pilot light Exia II CT6 C16361
(approx.) 5.2 W (EB3L-S16CSD at 24V DC) (separate wiring)
TIIS Japan Pilot light/miniature
Weight (approx.) 0.35 kg (EB3L-S16CSD)
pilot light Exia II CT4 C16360
(common wiring)
Illuminated switch Exia II CT4 C16362
Buzzer Exia II CT6 C16363
Lamp barrier Exia II C 02T606
ClassNK
Buzzer Exia II CT6 04T605
Note: Illuminated switches, pilot lights, and miniature pilot lights are certified
by TIIS Japan and NK Japan only. FM, CSA, and NEMKO regard these
units as simple apparatus, and require no certification.

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EB3L Lamp Barrier

Internal Circuit Block Diagram

AC Power DC Power Connector Wiring
Source Input Type Sink Input Type Source Input Type

Hazardous Area

P1 N1 P2 N2 P3 N3 P1 N1 P2 N2 P3 N3 P1 • • • • P16 N1 N2
Non-hazardous Area

Green Yellow Yellow Yellow Green Yellow Yellow Yellow Green Yellow Yellow

– – –
– – –

– ~
~ ~
~
~ ~ ~
+– +– +– +– +– +–
L N S1 C1 S2 C2 S3 C3 + – S1 C1 S2 C2 S3 C3 + – S1 •••• S16 C1 C2

Allowable Inductance/Capacitance for Intrinsically Safe External Wiring

Keep the inductance (Lw) and capacitance (Cw) for the external wiring in the intrinsically safe circuit as shown below:
Lw ≤ Lo – Li, Cw ≤ Co – Ci
where Lo is the maximum external inductance, Li is the internal inductance, Co is the maximum external capacitance, and Ci
is the internal capacitance.

Dimensions
• Terminal Type
EB3L–S02 EB3L–S06 EB3L–S10 Intrinsic Safety Side:
EB3L–S01 EB3L–S03 EB3L–S08C EB3L–S16C Light Blue

42 65 110.5 171.5 77.5

65
61
75

ø6 hole

(4)
Non-Intrinsic Safety Side:
Yellow
77.5
6

10 10 10 10 10

Mounting Hole Layout (Screw Mounting)

2-M4 tapped or 2-M4 tapped or

2-ø4.5 mounting 2-M4 tapped or 4-M4 tapped or
2-ø4.5 mounting holes
65

65

holes 2-ø4.5 mounting holes 4-ø4.5 mounting holes

28 51 97 97

• Connector Type
171.5 Applicable Crimping Termin
ø6 ø3 min.
6 max.
4- 4.5 holes

3 max. 5.4 min.

75

65

65

4-M4 or 4-ø4.5 holes

Stripping the Wire End

83.5 97 Solid Wire
(4)

Mounting Hole Layout

6 to 8 mm
77.5

Stranded Wire (Ferrule)

6 to 8 mm
6

10 10 All dimensions in mm.

97

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• Pilot Lights
ø30 EB3P-LAN1 ø30 EB3P-LAD ø30 EB3P-LUN3B
M3 Terminal M3.5 Terminal Panel Thickness 0.8 to 5.5
Screw Panel Thickness 0.8 to 7.5 Screw Panel Thickness 0.8 to 7.5 M3 Terminal
Screw

52.2
34
ø24.8
ø35

36
36

ø35

ø40
21.5 23.5 40 9 23 20 40
40
29.8 21.4 44

ø22 EB3P-LAW1 ø22 EB3P-LAW1B ø22 EB3P-LAW2 ø22 EB3P-LUW1B

M3.5 Terminal Panel Thickness 1 to 6 M3.5 Terminal Panel Thickness 1 to 6 M3.5 Terminal Panel Thickness 1 to 6 M3.5 Terminal
Screw Screw Screw Screw Panel Thickness 1 to 6

ø23.6
ø29
ø24

ø24
ø29

37
37

ø29

25
30
37

37
28.5 13 30 28.5 13 30 28.5 13 30 28.5 13 30
17 17 25 16
Marking Plate: ø15.5mm Marking Plate: 22 mm

ø22 EB3P-LHW1/EB3P-LHW2/EB3P-LHW4 ø22 EB3P-LLW1/EB3P-LLW2/EB3P-LLW3

Panel Thickness 0.8 to 6 Gasket Panel Thickness 0.8 to 6
Gasket Flush Dome Round/Dome Square 7.2 Locking Ring Round Square Round w/square bezel
M3.5 Terminal Screw
Locking Ring 9
ø2
X2

4.5
X1

19

5.8
0.5 M3 Terminal 25.8 25.8
17.5 29.6 7.7 9

ø2
Screw 26.8
43.3 7

• Miniature Pilot Lights

ø10 IPL1-18 ø10 IPL1-19 ø8 IPL1-87 ø8 IPL1-88
M10
P1.0
Panel Thickness 0.6 to 4 M10 P1.0
Panel Thickness 0.6 to 4 M8 P0.75
Panel Thickness 0.6 to 4 M8 P0.75 Panel Thickness 0.6 to 4

ø10
ø9.9

+ Terminal + Terminal
ø10
+ Terminal + Terminal

11.5
11.5
13.8

13.8
ø12
ø12

7
7

9
6.1

6.1
9 9 9
12 12.8 13.8 11.5

20 5.5 20.8 5 21.8 3 19.5 4.5

ø8 IPL1-89 ø6 IPL1-67 ø6 IPL1-68 ø6 IPL1-69

M8 P0.75 Panel Thickness 0.6 to 4 M6 P0.75 Panel Thickness 0.6 to 4 M6 P0.75 Panel Thickness 0.6 to 4 M6 P0.75 Panel Thickness 0.6 to 4
ø8.1

ø7.5

ø7.5
+ Terminal + Terminal
ø10

+ Terminal + Terminal
ø7.5

ø6
11.5

9.2
9.2

9.2

9 7 7
4.6

7
4.6
6.1

4.6

11.8 11.3
11.8 10
2.5 19.8 3
19.8 5 20.3 18.5 3.5

• Illuminated Pushbuttons
ø30 EB3P-LBAN211/LBAON211 ø30 EB3P-LBAN311-R
M3.5 Terminal Screw M3.5 Terminal Screw
Panel Thickness 0.8 to 7.5 M3 Terminal Screw Panel Thickness 0.8 to 7.5
M3 Terminal Screw
ø40
ø35

ø40

36
ø24

5.5 23 9 40 5.5 23 40
63 23.5 23.5
63

ø22 EB3P-LBAW211/LBAOW211 ø22 EB3P-LBAVW411-R ø22 EB3P-LBH1W110/LBHA1W110

Adjustment Panel Thickness 1 to 6 Adjustment Panel Thickness 1 to 6 Panel Thickness 0.8 to 6
M3.5 M3.5 Terminal
Terminal Screw Ring 30 Ring Locking Ring
4 M3.5 30 Screw LO
ø2 Terminal Screw Lever Stop CK
25
ø24
ø29

37

41.4
ø40

37

13 9
ø2
63.5 19.5 13
49.4 13 29.4
63.5 22.5
Reset Angle: 75°

ø22 EB3P-LBL1W1C2/LBLA1W1C2 ø22 EB3P-LBL2W1C2/LBLA2W1C2

Panel Thickness 0.8 to 6 M3 Terminal Panel Thickness 0.8 to 6
M3 Terminal
R18
R18

Screw Screw
LO
LO

C
C

K
K

23.2
23.2

25.4 8.5 11.7 25.4 8.5 11.7 25.8

5.

All dimensions in mm.

ø2

53.5 9 53.5 9

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EB3L Lamp Barrier
• Illuminated Selector Switches
ø30 EB3P-LSAN211/EB3P-LSAN320 ø22 EB3P-LSAW∗∗∗∗
M3.5 Terminal M3.5 Terminal
Screw Screw
Panel Thickness 0.8 to 7.5 Panel Thickness 1 to 6
M3 Terminal
Screw

ø24
ø29

37
ø40
ø35
ø25

5.5 23 9 13
63 28 40 63.5 25 30

ø30 EB3P-LSHW211/EB3P-LSHW320 ø22 EB3P-LSL1W2C2/EB3P-LSL3W3C2

Panel Thickness LO M3 Terminal Panel Thickness

R18
M3.5 Terminal

8
0.8 to 6 CK Screw 0.8 to 6

5.
9

LO
Screw

ø2
ø2

C
K
25

23.2
41.4

25.4 8.5 11.7 9

7 29.4 53.5 17.5
69.4 21

• Buzzer • LED Lamp

ø30 EB3P-ZUN12C/ZUN12F EB9Z-LDS1

Panel Thickness 20.4
0.8 to 3.5
M3.5 Terminal Screw

IDEC Exi

10.6
ø50

Illumination Color

Intrinsic Safety Identification: Light Blue

41 35.5 Illumination color is marked on the terminal.

Polarity Identification Panel Cut-out

• Pilot Lights/Illuminated Pushbuttons/Illuminated • Pilot Lights/Illuminated Pushbuttons/Illuminated
Selector Switches Selector Switches/Buzzers
Positive terminal: X1
Negative terminal: X2 ø30 ø22
R0.8 max.
• Miniature Pilot Lights R0.8 max.
+0.2
ø3 +0.2 ∗3.2 0
∗4.8 0
Positive terminal: Long pin terminal 0.5 ø22
+0 .3 +0.4
Negative terminal: Short pin terminal 0 .5
+0.4

0
24.1 0
+0.5
0

Pin Terminals
33

Positive Terminal

A light blue marking is

Light Blue Marking indicated on the negative • Miniature Pilot Lights
Negative Terminal terminal side to identify
intrinsically safe usage. ø10 ø8 ø6
• Buzzer
Positive terminal: + .3
.3
+0 0
+0 0
Negative terminal: – .3
+0 0
.1
.1 ø6
1 ø8
0.
ø1
• LED Lamp
Positive ∗ The 4.8 or 3.2 recess is needed only when using an anti-
rotation ring or a nameplate with an anti-rotation projec-
tion.
Negative
All dimensions in mm.

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Non-intrinsically Safe External Input Wiring Examples

• 8-circuit Common Wiring, Source Input Type • 6-circuit Sink Input Type

P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 N1 N2 P1 N1 P2 N2 P3 N3 P4 N4 P5 N5 P6 N6

DC DC
Power + + + + + + + + – Power – + – + – + – + – + – +
+ – L N S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 C1 C2 + – L N S1 C1 S2 C2 S3 C3 S4 C4 S5 C5 S6 C6

Connector Wiring Type Terminal Arrangement

• EB3L-S16CSD-C Wiring Example with IDEC’s PLC MicroSmart
CH9 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH16 EB3L-S16CSD-C FC4A-T16K3 EB3L-S16CKD-C FC4A-T16S3
S9 S10 S11 S12 S13 S14 S15 S16 NC NC Terminal Input Output Terminal Terminal Input Output Terminal
19 1
CHn
Sn COM 20 S1 Q0 20 20 S1 Q0 20
20 2
+ –
S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 C1 C2
19 S9 Q10 19 19 S9 Q10 19
S1
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8 COM +V 18 S2 Q1 18 18 S2 Q1 18
17 S10 Q11 17 17 S10 Q11 17

• EB3L-S16CKD-C 16 S3 Q2 16 16 S3 Q2 16

CH9 CH10 CH11 CH12 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH16 15 S11 Q12 15 15 S11 Q12 15
S9 S10 S11 S12 S13 S14 S15 S16 NC NC 14 S4 Q3 14 14 S4 Q3 14
CHn
19 1
Sn COM 13 S12 Q13 13 13 S12 Q13 13
20 2 +
–
S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 C1 C2 12 S5 Q4 12 12 S5 Q4 12
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8 COM –V 11 S13 Q14 11 11 S13 Q14 11
10 S6 Q5 10 10 S6 Q5 10
9 S14 Q15 9 9 S14 Q15 9
8 S7 Q6 8 8 S7 Q6 8
7 S15 Q16 7 7 S15 Q16 7
6 S8 Q7 6 6 S8 Q7 6
5 S16 Q17 5 5 S16 Q17 5
4 COM(–) COM(–) 4 4 COM(+) COM(+) 4
3 NC COM(–) 3 3 NC COM(+) 3
2 +V +V 2 2 –V –V 2
1 NC +V 1 1 NC –V 1

Note 1: The wiring in dashed line does not affect the operation of the EB3L lamp
barriers.
Note 2: Applicable connector is IDEC’s JE1S-201.

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EB3L Lamp Barrier

Wiring Example of Intrinsically Safe External Output

1. Common Wiring (Maximum 16 cicuits) (Buzzers cannot be wired in a common line.)
• All output lines are wired to a common line inside the intrinsically safe equipment (one common line per intrinsically safe circuit).

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3

N5
P6
N6

P7
P8
N1
N2
P7
N7
P4
N4
P5

P5
P6
P1
P2
P3
P4
P8
N8
P9
N9
S10 P10
C10 N10
P1
N1
N2

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3
P4
N4
P5
N5
P6
N6
P1
P2
P3
P4
P5
P6
P7
P8
N1
N2
P9
P10
P11
P12
P13
P14
P15
P16
N3
(+) (–) N4 (+) (–) (+) (–) (+) (–) (+) (–) (+) (–)
S10

S12
S13
S14
S15
S16
S11

C1

C1

C1
C2
C1
C2

C3
C4

S1

S1

S1

S4
C4
S5
C5
S6
C6

S7
S8
C1
C2
C1

S8
C8
S9
C9
S1
S2
S3
S4
S5
S6
S7
S8

S9

S2
C2
S3
C3

S2
C2
S3
C3

S5
S6
S1
S2
S3
S4
S1

S7
C7
S4
C4
S5
C5
S6
C6
S2
C2
S3
C3
N

N
L

L
EB3L-S16C∗ EB3L-S01∗ EB3L-S03∗ EB3L-S06∗ EB3L-S10∗ EB3L-S08C∗

• All input lines are wired to a common line outside the intrinsically safe equipment (one common line per intrinsically safe circuit).

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3

P7
P8
N1
N2
P1
P2
P3
P4
P5
P6
P7
P8
N1
N2
P9
P10
P11
P12
P13
P14
P15
P16

N5
P6
N6
P7
N7

P5
P6
P1
P2
P3
P4
P4
N4
P5
N3
N4

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3
P1
N1
N2

P8
N8
P9
N9
S10 P10
C10 N10
P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3
P4
N4
P5
N5
P6
N6
(+) (–) (+) (–) (+) (–) (+) (–) (+) (–) (+) (–)
S10

S12
S13
S14
S15
S16
S11

C1
C1

C1
C2

S1
S1
C1
C2

C3
C4

S1

S4
C4
S5
C5
S6
C6
S2
C2
S3
C3

S7
S8
C1
C2
S1
S2
S3
S4
S5
S6
S7
S8

S9

S2
C2
S3
C3

C1

S5
S6
S8
C8
S9
C9

S1
S2
S3
S4
S1

S7
C7
S4
C4
S5
C5
S6
C6
S2
C2
S3
C3
N
N
N

N
N
L
L
L

L
L
EB3L-S16C∗ EB3L-S01∗ EB3L-S03∗ EB3L-S06∗ EB3L-S10∗ EB3L-S08C∗

2. Separate Wiring Note:

• Each output line of the EB3L makes up one independent intrinsically safe circuit of a pilot light or buzzer. When using two or more EB3L's
to set up one intrinsically safe circuit
in the common wiring configuration,
interconnect two neutral terminals
(N1 through N10) on each EB3L
P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3

N5
P6
N6
P7
N7
P4
N4
P5
P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3

P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3

P8
N8
P9
N9
S10 P10
C10 N10
P1
N1
N2

P4
N4
P5
N5
P6
N6

between adjacent EB3L's in parallel.

(+) (–) (+) (–) (+) (–) (+) (–)
C1

C1
S1
C1

S1

S4
C4
S5
C5
S6
C6
S2
C2
S3
C3
C2
S1

S2
C2
S3
C3

C1

S8
C8
S9
C9
S1

S7
C7
S4
C4
S5
C5
S6
C6
S2
C2
S3
C3
N

N
N

N
L

L
L

EB3L-S01∗ EB3L-S03∗ EB3L-S06∗ EB3L-S10∗

3. Wiring Illuminated Pushbuttons and Illuminated Selector Switches

(A maximum of 16 channels of EB3L and EB3C can be wired to a common line.)
• The following example illustrates the wiring for a total of 10 contacts used by three illuminated
pushbuttons (LB1 to LB3) and three illuminated selector switches (LS1 to LS3).
LB1 LB2 LB3 LS1 LS2 LS3 LB1 LB2 LB3 LS1 LS2 LS3 Diagram Symbols
EB3P consisting of one
enclosure

One intrinsically safe circuit

(16 circuits maximum)
P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3

N5
P6
N6
P7
N7
P4
N4
P5
P1
N1
P2
N2
P3
N3

P8
N8
P9
N9
A10 P10
C10 N10
P4
N4
P5
N5
P6
N6

(+) (–) (+) (–)

C1
S1

S4
C4
S5
C5
S6
C6
S2
C2
S3
C3

C1

A8
C8
A9
C9
A1

A7
C7
A4
C4
A5
C5
A6
C6
A2
C2
A3
C3
N

N
L

EB3L-S06∗ EB3C-∗10

Recommended Connector Cable for Connector Types

Description No. of Poles Length (m) Type No. Appearance Applicable Type
0.5 FC9Z-H050A20
1 FC9Z-H100A20
I/O Terminal Cable

With Shield MicroSmart I/O Module

2 FC9Z-H200A20
3 FC9Z-H300A20
0.5 FC9Z-H050B20
1 FC9Z-H100B20
Without Shield MicroSmart I/O Module
2 FC9Z-H200B20
3 FC9Z-H300B20
20
1 BX9Z-H100E4 200
Cable with Crimping
2 BX9Z-H200E4 Screw Terminal Type
Terminal 2

3 BX9Z-H300E4

1 BX9Z-H100B 350
Mitsubishi A, Q Series
Output Module (sink type)
40-pin Cable for PLC 2 BX9Z-H200B
10 ↓
0
3 BX9Z-H300B EB3L-S16CSD-C

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Precautions for Operation
1. Installation of EB3L Lamp Barriers
(1) The EB3L can be installed in any direction.
(2) Install the EB3L lamp barrier in a safe area (non-hazard-
ous area) in accordance with intrinsic safety ratings and
parameters. To avoid mechanical shocks, install the
EB3L in an enclosure which suppresses shocks.
(3) When installing or wiring the EB3L, prevent electromag-
netic and electrostatic inductions in the intrinsically safe
circuit. Also prevent the intrinsically safe circuits from
contacting with another intrinsically safe circuit and any
other circuits.
Maintain at least 50 mm clearance, or provide a metallic
separating board between the intrinsically safe circuit
and non-intrinsically safety circuit. When providing a
metallic separating board, make sure that the board fits
closely to the enclosure (top, bottom, and both sides).
Allowable clearance between the enclosure and board is
1.5 mm at the maximum.
The clearance of 50 mm between the intrinsically safe
circuit and non-intrinsically safe circuit may not be suffi-
cient when a motor circuit or high-voltage circuit is
installed nearby. In this case, provide a wider clearance
between the circuits referring to 6 (3) “Minimum Parallel
Distance between the Intrinsically Safe Circuit and
Other Circuits.”
(4) In order to prevent contact between intrinsically safe cir-
cuits and non-intrinsically safe circuits, mount EB3L
units with terminals arranged in the same direction.
Intrinsically Safe Circuit
Non-intrinsically EB3L EB3L EB3L
Safe Circuit
EB3L EB3L
Intrinsically Safe Circuit
(5) Maintain at least 6 mm (or 3 mm according to
IEC60079-11: 1999) clearance between the terminal of
intrinsically safe circuit and the grounded metal part of a
metal enclosure, and between the relay terminal block of
an intrinsically safe circuit and the grounded metal part
of a metal enclosure.
(6) For installing the EB3L, mount on a 35-mm-wide DIN rail
or directly on a panel using screws. The EB3L can be
installed in any direction. Make sure to install securely to
withstand vibration. When mounting on a DIN rail, push
in the clamp completely. Use the BNL5 mounting clips
on both sides of the EB3L to prevent from moving side-
ways.
(7) Excessive extraneous noise may cause malfunction and
damage to the EB3L. When extraneous noise activates
the voltage limiting circuit (thyristor), remove the noise
source and restore the power.
EB3L Lamp Barrier
2. Terminal Wiring
(1) Using a ø5.5 mm or smaller screw driver, tighten the ter-
minal screws (including unused terminal screws) to a
torque of 0.6 to 1.0 N·m (recommended value).
(2) Make sure that IP20 is achieved when wiring. Use insu-
lation tubes on bare crimping terminals.
(3) To prevent disengaged wires from contacting with other
intrinsically safe circuits, bind together the wires of one
intrinsically circuit.
(4) When the adjacent terminal is connected to another
intrinsically safe circuit, provide an insulation distance of
at least 6 mm.
3. Signal Input
(1) Connect the EB3L to the switches or output equipment
which have a low leakage current (0.1 mA maximum).
(2) The EB3L is equipped with power supply. Do not apply
external power to the EB3L.
(3) When connecting the EB3L’s of connector type in paral-
lel, make sure that the same power supply is used.
When using C1 and C2 terminals to supply power to
outside equipment, maintain the current at 50 mA maxi-
mum.
4. Power Voltage
(1) Do not apply an excessive power voltage, otherwise the
EB3L may be damaged.
(2) The EB3L of AC power type may operate at a low volt-
age (approx. 20V).
5. Pilot Lights and Buzzers in the Hazardous Area
(1) EB3P and IPL1 units shown on page 12 can be used
with the EB3L.
(2) Install the EB3P and IPL1 units on enclosures of IP20 or
higher protection.
(3) When wiring, make sure of correct polarities of the
EB3P and IPL1.
(4) Certification mark is supplied with the units. Attach it on
the visible area of the EB3P or IPL1 (for Japan applica-
tion).
(5) Magnesium content of metallic enclosure must be 6% or
less (steel and aluminum are acceptable).
(6) The maximum exposed area of plastic enclosure is as
follows.
IIC: 20 cm2 maximum
IIB: 100 cm2 maximum
When the enclosure has a wider exposed area, attach a
caution label as shown below.
Caution
To prevent electrostatic charges,
do not rub the enclosure surface
during operation. Use a soft cloth
dipped with water for cleaning.
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EB3L Lamp Barrier

Precautions for Operation

6. Wiring for Intrinsic Safety Minimum Parallel Distance between the Intrinsically
(1) The voltage applied on the general circuit connected to Safe Circuit and Other Circuits (mm)
the non-intrinsically safe circuit terminals of the EB3L Voltage and
lamp barrier must be 250V AC, 50/60Hz, or 250V DC at Current of Other Over 100A 100A or less 50A or less 10A or less
Circuits
the maximum under any conditions, including the volt-
Over 440V 2000 2000 2000 2000
age of the power line and the internal circuit.
440V or less 2000 600 600 600
(2) When wiring, take into consideration the prevention of 220V or less 2000 600 600 500
electromagnetic and electrostatic charges on intrinsi- 110V or less 2000 600 500 300
cally safe circuits. Also, prevent intrinsically safe circuits 60V or less 2000 500 300 150
from contacting with other circuits.
(3) The intrinsically safe circuits must be separated from (4) When identifying intrinsically safe circuits by color, use
non-intrinsically safe circuits. Contain intrinsically safe light blue terminal blocks and cables.
circuits in a metallic tube or duct, or separate the intrinsi- (5) When using two or more EB3L’s to set up one intrinsi-
cally safe circuits referring to the table at right. cally safe circuit in the common wiring configuration,
Note: Cables with a magnetic shield, such as a metallic sheath, prevent elec- interconnect two neutral terminals (N1 through N10) on
tromagnetic induction and electrostatic induction, however, a non- each EB3L between adjacent EB3L’s in parallel.
magnetic shield prevents electrostatic induction only. For non-mag-
netic shields, take a preventive measure against electromagnetic (6) Make sure that the power of the EB3L, pilot lights, and
induction. other connected units are turned off before starting
Finely twisted pair cables prevent electromagnetic inspection or replacement.
induction. Adding shields to the twisted pair cables pro- Note: For the details of wiring the intrinsically safe circuits, refer to a relevant
vides protection against electrostatic induction. test guideline for explosion-proof electric equipment in each country.

• Do not use the EB3C Relay Barrier and EB3L Lamp Barrier for other than explosion
protection purposes.
Safety Precautions • Read the user’s manual to make sure of correct operation before starting installation,
wiring, operation, maintenance, and inspection of the EB3C Relay Barrier and EB3L
Lamp Barrier.

Specifications and other descriptions in this catalog are subject to change without notice.
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