BA327C & BA328C

intrinsically safe
loop-powered
4½ digit panel
mounting indicators
Issue 6

Issue: 6
12th February 2008
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1. Description 9. Accessories
9.1 Scale card
2. Operation 9.2 Tag strip
2.1 Controls 9.3 Alarms
9.3.1 Solid state output
3. Intrinsic safety certification 9.3.2 Intrinsic safety
3.1 ATEX certificate 9.3.3 Programming and
3.2 4/20mA input adjustment.
3.3 Zones, gas groups & T rating 9.3.4 Alarm enable
3.4 Certification label information 9.3.5 Setpoint adjustment
9.3.6 Alarm function
4. System Design for Hazardous 9.3.7 Alarm output status
Areas 9.3.8 Hysteresis
4.1 Transmitter loops 9.3.9 Alarm delay
4.2 Remote indication 9.3.10 Alarm silence time
9.3.11 Access setpoint
5. Installation 9.3.12 Adjusting alarm setpoints
5.1 Location from display mode.
5.2 Installation procedure 9.4 Lineariser
5.3 EMC 9.4.1 Calibration using an external
source.
6. Programming and Calibration 9.4.2 Calibration using internal
6.1 Summary of programmable reference.
functions. 9.5 Tare function
6.2 Root extractor 9.6 Display backlight
6.3 Resolution 9.6.1 Separately powered
6.4 Position of decimal point backlight
6.5 Calibration using an external 9.6.2 Loop powered backlight
current source.
6.6 Calibration using internal
references.
6.7 Conditioning sub-menu
6.7.1 AC rejection Appendix 1 Installation in USA
6.7.2 Calibration of internal
references. Appendix 2 IECEx Certification
6.8 Function of the P push-button
6.9 Security code
6.10 Over and under-range

7. Calibration Example
7.1 Using an external calibrator
7.2 Using the internal calibrator

8. Maintenance
8.1 Fault finding during commissioning
8.2 Fault finding after commissioning
8.3 Servicing
8.4 Routine maintenance
8.5 Guarantee
8.6 Customer comments

The BA327C & BA328C are CE marked to show compliance with the European Explosive
Atmospheres Directive 94/9/EC and the European EMC Directive 89/336/EEC
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1. DESCRIPTION 2. OPERATION
The BA327C and BA328C are 4½ digit Fig 1 shows a simplified block diagram of both
intrinsically safe loop powered digital models. The 4/20mA input current flows
indicators which display the current flowing in through resistor R1 and forward biased diode
a 4/20mA loop in engineering units. Both D1. The voltage developed across D1, which
instruments introduce less than a 1.1V drop is relatively constant, is multiplied by a switch
which allows them to be installed into almost mode power supply and used to power the
any 4/20mA current loop. No additional power instrument. The voltage developed across
supply or battery is required. R1, which is proportional to the 4/20mA input
current, provides the input signal for the
The two indicators are electrically similar, but analogue to digital converter.
have different size displays and enclosures.
Each time a 4/20mA current is applied to the
Model Display height Bezel size instrument, initialisation is performed. After a
short delay the following display sequence
BA327C 10mm 96 x 48mm occurs:

BA328C 20mm 144 x 72mm -1.8.8.8.8 Display test in which

all segments of the
display are activated
The main application of the BA327C and for 0.5 seconds.
BA328C is to display a measured variable or
control signal in a hazardous process area. Blank display For 0.5 seconds.
The zero and span of the display are
independently adjustable so that the indicators Decimal points For 3 seconds.
can be calibrated to display any variable cycled
represented by the 4/20mA current, e.g.
temperature, flow, pressure or level. Input current Using calibration
display in information stored in
The BA327C and BA328C have been certified engineering instrument memory.
intrinsically safe by ITS Testing and units.
Certification Ltd to the European ATEX
Directive 94/9/EC. The EC-Type Examination
certificate specifies that under fault conditions
the voltage, current and power at the input
terminals of each instrument will not exceed
those specified for simple apparatus in
Clause 5.4 of EN50020:1994.

The BA327C and BA328C are also FM

approved for use in the USA, this approval is
described in Appendix 1.

International IECEx certification is described

in Appendix 2.

Fig 1 Simplified block diagram of BA327C and

BA328C
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2.1 Controls 3.2 4/20mA input
The BA327C and BA328C are controlled and In Europe, sources of energy which do not
calibrated via four push-button switches. In generate more than 1.5V; 100mA, or 25mW
the display mode these switches have the are for intrinsic safety purposes considered to
following functions: be simple apparatus.
Although the BA327C and BA328C indicators
P While this button is pushed the do not themselves comply with the
indicator will display the input requirements for simple apparatus, the EC-
current in mA, or as a percentage Type Examination Certificate specifies that
of the instrument span depending under fault conditions the voltage, current and
upon how the indicator has been power at the 4/20mA input terminals 1 & 3 will
programmed. When the button is not exceed those specified for simple
released the normal display in apparatus. This allows the BA327C and
engineering units will return. The BA328C to be connected into any intrinsically
function of this push-button is safe circuit protected by a EEx ia IIC certified
modified when alarms or a tare Zener barrier or galvanic isolator providing the
function are fitted to the indicator. output parameters of the circuit do not
exceed:
Down While this button is pushed the
indicator will display the number Uo = 30V dc
which the indicator has been Io = 200mA
calibrated to display with a 4mA Po = 0.85W
input. When released the normal
display in engineering units will The EC-Type Examination Certificate
return. specifies that the maximum equivalent
capacitance and inductance between the two
Up While this button is pushed the 4/20mA input terminals 1 and 2 is:
indicator will display the number
which the indicator has been Ci = 20nF
calibrated to display with a 20mA Li = 10 H
input. When released the normal
display in engineering units will To determine the maximum permitted cable
return. parameters, these figures should be
subtracted from the maximum cable
E No function in the display mode. capacitance and inductance permitted by the
certificate for the loop into which the indicator
is installed.

3. INTRINSIC SAFETY CERTIFICATION

3.3 Zones, gas groups and T rating
3.1 ATEX certificate The BA327C and BA328C have been certified
The BA327C and BA328C have been issued EEx ia IIC T5. When connected to a suitable
with an EC-Type Examination Certificate system the indicator may be installed in:
number ITS02ATEX2028 by Notified Body ITS
Testing and Certification Ltd. This confirms Zone 0 explosive gas air mixture
compliance with the European ATEX Directive continuously present.
for Group II, Category 1G equipment, EEx ia
IIC T5. The instruments bear the Community Zone 1 explosive gas air mixture likely
Mark and, subject to local codes of practice, to occur in normal operation.
may be installed in any of the European
Economic Area (EEA) member countries. Zone 2 explosive gas air mixture not
ATEX certificates are also acceptable for likely to occur, and if it does
installations in Switzerland. This manuals will only exist for a short time.
describes installations which conform with
EN60079:Part 14. When designing systems
for installation outside the UK th local Code of
Practice should be consulted.
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Be used with gases in groups: 4. SYSTEM DESIGN FOR HAZARDOUS
AREAS
Group A propane
Group B ethylene 4.1 Transmitter loops
Group C hydrogen BA327C and BA328C indicators may be
connected in series with almost any
intrinsically safe 4/20mA current loop and
Having a temperature classification of: calibrated to display the measured variable or
control signal in engineering units. There are
T1 450oC two basic design requirements:
T2 300oC
T3 200oC 1. The intrinsic safety output parameters of
T4 135oC the 4/20mA loop, which are defined by
T5 100oC the Zener barrier or galvanic isolator,
must be less than:
At ambient temperatures between -40 and
+60oC. Note: Operation only specified Uo = 30V dc
between -20oC and +60oC. Io = 200mA
Po = 0.85W
This allows both instruments to be installed in
all Zones and to be used with most common 2. The loop must be able to tolerate the
industrial gases. additional 1.1V required to operate the
indicator.

Fig 2 illustrates a typical application in which

3.4 Certification label information an indicator is connected in series with a 2-
The certification label is fitted in a recess on wire transmitter protected by a Zener barrier.
the top outer surface of the instrument
enclosure. It shows the ATEX certification
information, instrument serial number, year of
manufacture plus BEKA associates' name and
location. Non European certification
information may also be shown.

Fig 2 BA327C or BA328C in a transmitter

loop

4.2 Remote indication

BA327C and BA328C indicators may be
driven via an intrinsically safe interface from a
4/20mA safe area signal to provide a remote
indication within a hazardous area. The type
of interface is not critical, either a Zener
barrier or a galvanic isolator may be used,
providing that Uo, Io and Po are not
exceeded.
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If one side of the 4/20mA current loop may be
earthed, a single channel Zener barrier
provides the lowest cost protection. If the
4/20mA signal is not isolated, then two Zener
barriers, a two channel Zener barrier or a
galvanic isolator must be used. Again it is
necessary to ensure that the voltage
capability of the 4/20mA signal is sufficient to
drive the indicator plus the voltage drop
introduced by the intrinsically safe interface.
Fig 3 shows the alternative circuits which may
be used.

Fig 3 Alternative circuits for remote indication

in a hazardous area
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5. INSTALLATION

5.1 Location
BA327C and BA328C indicators are housed in
robust aluminium enclosures with polyester
front panels and Noryl bezels. The front of
both instruments have IP65 protection, and a
gasket seals the joint between the instrument
enclosure and the panel. The indicators may
be installed in any panel providing the
environmental limits shown in the specification
are not exceeded.

Figs 4A and 4B show the overall dimensions

of each instrument and the required panel cut-
out dimensions. To achieve an IP65 seal
between the instrument enclosure and the
instrument panel the smaller tolerance
aperture must be used, and the BA328C must
be secured with four mounting clips.

Fig 4B BA328C dimensions

5.2 Installation Procedure

a. Insert the indicator into the panel

aperture from the front of the panel.

b. Fix two panel mounting clips to opposite

sides of the instrument and tighten until
the indicator is secure as shown in Fig
5. Four clips are required to achieve an
IP65 between a BA328C and the
instrument panel.

Fig 4A BA327C dimensions

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c. Connect the panel wiring to the rear
terminal block as shown in Fig 4. To
simplify installation, the terminals are
removable so that the panel wiring can
be completed before the instrument is
installed.

Fig 5 Fitting panel mounting clips

5.3 EMC
The BA327C and BA328C comply with the
requirements of the European EMC Directive
89/336/EEC. For specified immunity all wiring
should be in screened twisted pairs, with the
screens earthed within the safe area. The
indicator enclosure may be earthed locally by
putting a tag under one of the rear panel fixing
screws. EMC performance is shown in the
instrument specification and copies of the
report are available from BEKA associates.
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6. PROGRAMMING AND CALIBRATION 6.1 Summary of programmable functions
The BA327C and BA328C are programmed This section summarises each of the main
and calibrated via four front panel push- programmable functions and includes a cross
buttons. All the functions are contained in an reference to more detailed information. Fig 6
easy to use menu which is shown illustrates the location of each function within
diagramatically in Fig 6. Each function is the menu.
summarised in section 6.1 which includes a Display Description of function
reference to more detailed information.
Although this simple menu driven system 'root' Square root extractor
enables most adjustments to be made without Turns the square root extractor for
repeated reference to this manual, we linearising the output from
recommend that at least the summary of differential flowmeters on or off.
programmable functions in section 6.1 be read This function is omitted when a
before starting recalibration. lineariser is installed.
See section 6.2
When the indicator is fitted with alarms,
linearisation or a tare function, additional 'rESn' Display resolution
functions are added to the menu. These Selects the resolution of the least
accessories are described in section 9 of this significant display digit. May be
manual. set to 1, 2, 5 or 10 digits.
See section 6.3
Throughout this manual push-buttons are
shown in italics e.g. P or Up push-button, and 'd.P.' Decimal point
legends displayed by the indicator are shown Positions the dummy decimal point
within inverted commas e.g. 'CAL' and ' ALr2'. between any of the digits or turns it
Access to the programme menu is obtained by off.
operating the P and E push-buttons See section 6.4
simultaneously. If the instrument is not
protected by a security code the first 'CAL' Calibration of display using
parameter 'root' will be displayed. If a security external current source.
code other than the default code 0000 has Enables the zero and span of the
already been entered, the indicator will display indicator to be adjusted using an
'COdE'. Press P to clear this prompt and external current source such as a
enter the security code for the instrument calibrator. Also enables a
using the Up, Down and P push-buttons. If complete loop to be calibrated from
the correct code has been entered pressing E primary element to the indicator
will cause the first parameter 'root' to be display. When used with an
displayed. If an incorrect code is entered the accurate traceable current source
indicator will return to the display mode. this is the preferred method of
calibration.
Once within the menu the required parameter See section 6.5
can be reached by scrolling through the main
menu using the Up and Down push-buttons as 'SEt' Calibration of display using
shown in Fig 6. When returning to the internal references.
display mode following recalibration or Enables the zero and span of the
changes to any parameters, the indicator will indicator to be adjusted without the
display circulating decimal points for a few need for an accurate input current
seconds while the new information is stored in or disconnection from the 4/20mA
non-volatile memory. loop. See section 6.6

All new BA327C and BA328C indicators are 'Cond' Indicator conditioning
supplied calibrated as requested at the time of This function provides access to a
ordering. If calibration is not requested, the sub-menu enabling the internal
indicator will be set to display 0.00 with 4mA references to be calibrated, and
input, and 100.00 with 20mA input, but can the mains (line) frequency rejection
easily be re-calibrated on-site. to be selected. Because these
parameters will alter the indicator
display, they are contained in a
sub-menu to prevent inadvertent
adjustment. See section 6.7
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Display Description of 6.2 Root extractor: root
function This function is primarily intended for use with
differential flowmeters which have a square
'FrE' Frequency rejection law 4/20mA output. To activate the square
Defines the mains (line) frequency root extractor select 'root' from the menu and
at which the indicator has press P which will reveal if the function is 'On'
maximum ac rejection. 50 or 60Hz or 'OFF'. If the function is set as required,
may be selected. This function press E to return to the menu, or press the Up
must be set before the instrument or Down button to change the setting, followed
is calibrated as it affects the by the E button to return to the main menu.
indicator display.
See section 6.7.1 For reference, the following table shows the
output current from a non-linearised differential
'rEF' Calibration of internal flowmeter.
references % of full flow Current output mA
The indicator contains two 2.5 4.01
references representing 4 and 10.0 4.16
20mA. These internal references 25.0 5.00
are used when the indicator 50.0 8.00
display is calibrated without an 75.0 13.00
external current calibrator, and 100.0 20.00
when the input current is displayed
in milliamps. See the SEt and C--P 6.3 Resolution: rESn
functions. If either of these This function defines the resolution of the
functions is to be used, the internal least significant display digit. Decreasing the
references should be periodically display resolution can improve the readability
calibrated. of a noisy signal. Select ''rESn' from the
See section 6.7.2 menu and press P which will reveal the current
display resolution. To change the resolution
'C - - P' Function of P push-button press the Up or Down button to select 1, 2, 5
The P push-button may be or 10 digits, followed by the E button to return
programmed to display the input to the menu.
current in milliamps or the input
current as a percentage of the 6.4 Position of the decimal point: d.P.
displayed span. A dummy decimal point can be positioned
See section 6.8 between any of the digits or may be absent.
To position the decimal point select 'd.P.' from
'COdE' Security code the menu and press P . The decimal point can
Defines a four digit numeric code then be moved or turned off by pressing the
which must be entered to gain Up or Down push-button, followed by E to
access to programmable functions. return to the menu.
Default code 0000 disables the
security function and allows 6.5 Calibration using an external
unrestricted access to all current source: CAL
programmable functions. See This function enables the zero and span of the
section 6.9 indicator to be adjusted using an external
calibrated current source. When used with an
accurate traceable current source this is the
preferred method of calibration.

To calibrate the indicator select 'CAL' from the

main menu and press P. The indicator will
display 'ZErO' which is a request for a 4mA
input current. Adjust the external current
calibrator to 4.000mA and again press P
which will reveal the current zero display.
Each digit of the indicator display can be
changed by pressing the Up or Down buttons.
When the first digit is correct pressing P will
transfer control to the next digit. When all the
digits have been adjusted, press E to enter
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the new zero. The indicator will display 'Ent' return to the 'SPAn' prompt followed by E to
for a few seconds while the information is return to the menu.
being stored in memory, and will then return to
the 'ZErO' prompt . 6.7 Conditioning sub-menu: Cond
This sub-menu allows the mains (line)
To adjust the display at 20mA, press the Up frequency at which the indicator has maximum
button which will cause the indicator to display ac rejection to be selected and the two
'SPAn'. Adjust the external current calibrator to internal references to be calibrated. These
20.000mA and again press P which will functions are contained in a sub-menu to
reveal the existing full scale display. Each minimise the possibility of inadvertent
digit of the indicator display can be changed adjustment. To gain access to the sub-menu
by pressing the Up or Down buttons. When select 'Cond' from the main menu and press
the first digit is correct pressing P will transfer P. The indicator will display 'SurE' to warn
control to the next digit. When all the digits that changing the parameters in the sub-menu
have been adjusted press E to enter the new will change the indicator display. Pressing P
span. The indicator will display 'Ent' for a few again will give access to the sub-menu, or
seconds while the information is being stored pressing E will return the indicator to the main
in memory, and will then return to the 'SPAn' menu.
prompt. Finally press E again to return to the
main menu.
6.7.1 AC rejection: FrE
This function may also be used when
calibrating a complete loop from primary Caution
element to indicator display e.g. when the If the mains filter frequency is
indicator is displaying the 4/20mA output from changed, the indicator display
a resistance thermometer transmitter. and internal references (if used)
must be recalibrated.

6.6 Calibration using internal reference: To provide maximum low frequency rejection
SEt the internal digital filter may be set to operate
This function enables the zero and span of the at 50 or 60Hz to correspond with the local
indicator to be adjusted without the need for mains (line) frequency. To change the
an accurate external current source, or for frequency select 'FrE' from the Cond sub-
disconnection from the 4/20mA loop. menu and press P which will reveal the current
The accuracy of this method depends upon setting. The setting can be changed by
the accuracy of the internal references which pressing the Up or Down buttons followed by
should be regularly calibrated as described in the E button to return to the sub-menu.
section 6.7.2

To calibrate the indicator select 'SEt' from the 6.7.2 Calibration of internal references:
main menu and press P. The indicator will rEF
display 'ZErO' , pressing P again will reveal The indicator contains two references
the current display at 4mA. Each digit of the representing 4 and 20mA. These references
indicator display can be changed by pressing are used in the SEt function which enables the
the Up or Down buttons. When the first digit is indicator display to be calibrated without an
correct pressing P will transfer control to the external current calibrator. They are also
next digit. When the least significant digit has used in the C--P function when the P push-
been adjusted, press E to return to the 'ZErO' button is programmed to display the input
prompt which completes the adjustment. current in the display mode. If neither of
these functions is to be used, it is not
To adjust the display at 20mA, press the Up necessary to calibrate the internal references.
button which will cause the indicator to display
'SPAn'. pressing P again will reveal the The accuracy of the internal references, and
indicator display. Each digit can be changed hence the display accuracy, will depend upon
by pressing the Up or Down buttons. When the accuracy of the external current source.
the first digit is correct pressing P will transfer With a maximum span of 20000 the indicators
control to the next digit. When the least have a display resolution of 0.8 A, we
significant digit has beenadjusted press E to therefore recommend that the accuracy of the
external current source used for calibration is
greater than 0.4 A.
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To calibrate the references connect a If the security code is lost, access to the
calibrator to terminals 1 and 3. Select 'rEF' programmable functions can be obtained by
from the sub-menu and press P which will moving the internal security link to the override
result in a '0.004A' prompt being displayed. position. The original security code can then
Adjust the external current calibrator to be viewed by selecting 'CodE' from the main
4.000mA and again press P . The indicator menu and pressing P.
will display 'Ent' when the 4mA reference has To gain access to the security code link,
been updated and will then return to the remove the instrument terminal block by gently
'.004A' prompt. pulling. Unscrew the four corner screws
securing the rear panel an lift off the panel
To re-calibrate the 20mA internal reference, which will reveal the link as shown in Fig 7.
press the Up button which will cause the
indicator to display '.020A'. Adjust the external
current calibrator to 20.000mA and again
press P . The indicator will display 'Ent' when
the 20mA reference has been updated and will
then return to the '.020A' prompt. Two
operations of the E button will return the
indicator to the main menu.

6.8 Function of the P push-button: C - - P

This parameter defines the function of the P
push-button when the indicator is in the
display mode. While the button is operated
the indicator will display the input current in
milliamps, or the input current as a percentage
of the span.

To check or change the parameter select 'C - -

P' from the main menu and press P to reveal
the current setting. Pressing the Up or Down
button will toggle the setting between '4-20' the
current display and 'PC' the percentage
display. When set as required press E to
return to the main menu.

Accuracy of the current display depends upon

the accuracy of the internal references which
should be periodically calibrated - see section Fig 7 Location of security code override link
6.7.2

6.9 Security code: COdE

The calibration and conditioning of the 6.10 Over and under-range
instrument may be protected by a four digit If the indicator display range is exceeded, the
security code which must be entered before four least significant digits will be blanked.
access to the programme menu is granted. Under-range is indicated by '-1' and over-
New instruments are programmed with the range by '1'. Under and over-range are also
default security code 0000 which allows indicated if the input current falls below
unrestricted access to all programming approximately 3.5mA or rises above
functions. approximately 21mA.
If the input current falls below 3mA the
To enter a new security code select 'COdE' instrument initialisation sequence is performed
from the menu and press P which will cause as described in section 2.
the indicator to display the current security
code. Each digit of the code can be changed
using the Up and Down push-buttons, and the
P button to move to the next digit. When the
required code has been entered press E to
return to the main menu. The revised security
code will be activated when the indicator is
returned to the operating mode.
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7. CALIBRATION EXAMPLES Step 5 Define function of P push-
The following examples illustrate the two ways button
in which a BA327C or BA328C indicator may Select 'C--P' from the main menu
be calibrated. and press P to reveal the function
of the P button in the display mode.
7.1 Using an external calibrator Select percentage 'PC' and return
A BA327C is required to display: to the main menu by pressing E
-50.0 with a 4mA input Note: Because an input current
1050.0 with a 20mA input display in milliamps is not required,
it is not necessary to calibrate the
from a linear transducer. Maximum display two internal references.
resolution is required, the frequency of the
mains supply is 50Hz and the existing security Step 6 Position dummy decimal point
code is 1209. In the operating mode the Scroll though the main menu until
indicator is required to display the input 'd.P.' is displayed and then press
current as a percentage of span when the P P. Using the Up and Down push-
push-button is operated. buttons position the dummy
decimal point in front of the least
Step 1 Connect indicator to calibrator significant digit.
Connect the indicator to an accurate Press E to return to the main
external current source. Terminal 1 menu.
positive. The indicator will
automatically perform the Step 7 Calibrate the display
initialisation routine described in Scroll through the main menu until
section 2, and then display the input 'CAL' is displayed. Press P and
current using the existing calibration the indicator will request a 4mA
information. input by displaying 'ZErO'. Set the
input current to 4.0000 ±
Step 2 Enter programming mode 0.0004mA and press P again
With an input current between 4 and which will reveal the existing zero
20mA put the indicator in the display. Using the Up, Down and P
programming mode by push-buttons enter the required
simultaneously pressing P and E. zero display of -50.0 Press E to
The indicator will respond by return to the 'ZErO' prompt.
displaying 'COdE'. Press P to clear
this prompt and set the display to the Press the Up push-button and the
security code 1209 using the Up, indicator will request a 20mA input
Down and P push-buttons. Pressing by displaying 'SPAn'. Set the input
E will enter the code, and after a few current to 20.0000 ± 0.0004mA
seconds during which the decimal and again press P which will
points will be scrolled, the first reveal the existing span display.
parameter 'root' in the main menu will Using the Up, Down and P push-
be displayed. buttons enter the required display
of 1050.0
Step 3 Square root extraction Press E twice to return to the main
With 'root' displayed, press P which menu.
will reveal the root extractor status.
The root extractor can be turned on Step 8 Return to the display mode
or off by the Up or Down buttons. Return to the display mode by
Select 'OFF', and press E to return pressing 'E'.
to the main menu.

Step 4 Select frequency of max rejection

Scroll though the main menu until 7.2 Using the internal calibrator
'Cond' is displayed. Enter the sub- As in 7.1 the BA327C is required to display:
menu by pressing P twice and select
the 'FrE' function. Using the Up or -50.0 with a 4mA input
Down buttons select '50', and then 1050.0 with a 20mA input
press E twice to return to the main
menu. from a linear transducer. Maximum display
resolution is required, the frequency of the
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mains supply is 50Hz and the existing security Step 6 Calibrate display
code is 1209. In the operating mode the With any input current between 4
indicator is required to display the input and 20mA select 'SEt' from the
current in milliamps when the P push-button is main menu and press P. The
operated. indicator will display 'ZErO' in the
This example assumes that the internal sub-menu, press P to reveal the
references have been routinely calibrated. existing zero display. Using the Up,
Down and P push-buttons enter the
required zero display of -50.0
Step1 Enter the programming mode Press E to return to the 'ZErO'
With an input current between 4 prompt.
and 20mA put the indicator in the
programming mode by With any input current between 4
simultaneously pressing P and E. and 20mA press the Up push-
The indicator will respond by button and the indicator will display
displaying 'COdE'. Press P to 'SPAn'. Press P to reveal the
clear this prompt and set the existing span display. Using the
display to the security code 1209 Up, Down and P push-buttons
using the Up, Down and P push- enter the required span display of
buttons. Pressing E will enter the 1050.0 Press E to return to the
code, and after a few seconds 'SPAn' prompt. Press E again
during which the decimal points will to return to the main menu.
be scrolled, the first parameter
'root' in the main menu will be
displayed. Step 7 Return to display mode
Return to the display mode by
Step 2 Square root extractor pressing 'E'.
With 'root' displayed, press P
which will reveal the root extractor
status. The root extractor can be
turned on or off by the Up or Down
buttons. Select 'OFF', and press E
to return to the main menu.

Step 3 Select frequency of max

rejection
Scroll though the main menu until
'Cond' is displayed. Enter the sub-
menu by pressing P twice and
select the 'FrE' function. Using the
Up or Down buttons select '50',
and then press E twice to return to
the main menu.

Step 4 Define function of P push-

button
Select 'C--P' from the main menu
and press P to reveal the function
of the P button in the display mode.
Select '4-20' and return to the
main menu by pressing E.

Step 5 Position dummy decimal point

Select 'd.P' from the main menu
and then press P. Using the Up
and Down push-buttons position
the dummy decimal point in front of
the least significant digit.
Press E to return to the main
menu.
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8. MAINTENANCE If a BA327C or BA328C fails after it has been
functioning correctly, the following procedure
8.1 Fault finding during commissioning should be followed:
If a BA327C or BA328C fails to function during
commissioning the following procedure should Symptom Cause Solution
be followed: No display, No power Check that current
0V between supply is flowing in the loop.
Symptom Cause Solution terminals 1
No display Incorrect There should be 1V and 3.
Wiring. between terminals 1
& 3 with terminal 1 Unstable 4/20mA input Check
positive. loop supply
display has a large voltage.
No display, Incorrect Check that a current ripple.
0V between wiring or is flowing in the loop.
terminals 1 no power Incorrect Digital filter
and 3. supply. Recalibrate
calibration FrE has been
Insufficient Check supply voltage changed after
loop voltage and voltage drops indicator was
to operate caused by all calibrated.
indicator. components in the
loop. If this procedure does not reveal the cause of
the fault, it is recommended that the
Indicator Positive The indicator has instrument is replaced. This can be done
dislays 1 over-range. been without disconnecting power, but while the
incorrectly indicator is disconnected the 4/20mA loop will
calibrated & is be open circuit.
trying to display a
number greater than
19999.
8.3 Servicing
All standard BA327C and BA328C indicators
Indicator Negative The indicator has are interchangeable, a single spare assembly
dislays -1 over-range. been incorrectly may therefore be used to replace any
calibrated & is instrument which fails.
trying to display a
number less than We recommend that faulty
-19999. instruments and instrument
assemblies are returned to BEKA
Unstable 4/20mA input Check associates or to your local BEKA
loop supply
agent for repair.
display has a large voltage.
ripple content.

Unable to Incorrect Enter correct security 8.4 Routine maintenance

enter the security code The mechanical condition of the instrument
or fit security and electrical calibration should be regularly
programme code link in override checked. position.
The interval between inspections
mode. entered. position. See Fig 7. depends upon environmental conditions. We
recommend that initially instrument calibration
should be checked annually.
8.2 Fault finding after commissioning
8.5 Guarantee
ENSURE PLANT SAFETY BEFORE Indicators which fail within the guarantee
STARTING MAINTENANCE period should be returned to BEKA associates
or our local agent. It is helpful if a brief
Live maintenance is permitted on description of the fault symptoms is provided.
intrinsically safe equipment installed
in a hazardous area, but only 8.6 Customer comments
certified test equipment should be BEKA associates is always pleased to
used unless a gas clearance receive comments from customers about our
certificate is available. products and services. All communications
are acknowledged and whenever possible,
suggestions are implemented.
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9. ACCESSORIES

9.1 Scale card

The BA327C and the BA328C have a window
on the right hand side of the display to hold a
card showing the units of measurement e.g.
o
C, mBar, RPM. Indicators can be supplied
with a printed scale card showing any units
specified at the time of ordering. If a printed
scale card is not requested, a blank card will
be supplied.

Scale cards can easily be marked on site as

follows:

a. Remove the rear terminal block and the

rear panel as shown in Fig 7. Fig 8 Alarm outputs

b. Carefully pull the indicator assembly from

the enclosure. Programmable functions for each alarm
include adjustable setpoint, hysteresis, alarm
c. Gently pull and then slide the blank scale delay and alarm accept.
card towards the display window until it
is free. Mark the card with the required
legend and replace in the slot. 9.3.1 Solid state output
Each alarm has a galvanically isolated single
pole solid state switch output which is shown
9.2 Tag strip in Fig 9. The output is polarised and current
Instruments can be supplied with a thermally will only flow in one direction.
printed tag number on the rear panel. This tag
number is not visible from the front of the
instrument after installation.

9.3 Alarms
The BA327C and the BA328C can be supplied
with two solid state single pole alarm outputs
which may be independently programmed as
Fig 9 Equivalent circuit of each alarm output
high or low alarms with normally open or
normally closed outputs. Fig 8 illustrates the
conditions available and shows which are fail
9.3.2 Intrinsic safety
safe, i.e. output is in the alarm condition
Each alarm output is a separate galvanically
(open) when the 4/20mA input current is zero.
isolated solid state switch which has been
certified as simple apparatus. This allows
WARNING
the alarm terminals 8 & 9 and 10 & 11 to be
connected to any intrinsically safe circuit
These alarms outputs should not be
protected by a Zener barrier or galvanic
used for critical safety applications
isolator providing the output parameters of
such as an emergency shut down
the circuit do not exceed:
system.
Uo = 28V dc
Io = 200mA
When an alarm is activated the indicator
Po = 0.85W
display alternates between the measured
value and an alarm identification.
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The maximum equivalent capacitance and Summary of programmable alarm
inductance between each set of alarm functions
terminals is:
Ci = 20nF Display Description of function
Li = 10 H
'EnbL Alarm enable
These figures must be subtracted from the Enables or disables the alarm
maximum permitted cable capacitance and function without changing the alarm
inductance specified by the system certificate parameters.
of the circuit connected to the alarm. See section 9.3.4

'SP1' Alarm setpoint 1

Adjusts the alarm setpoint. The
alarm is activated when the
indicator display equals the
setpoint.
See section 9.3.5

'HI.LO' Alarm function

Defines whether the alarm has a
high or low function
See section 9.3.6

'no.nc' Normally open or normally

closed output
Determines whether the single pole
alarm output is open or closed in
the alarm condition.
See section 9.3.7

'HStr' Hysteresis
Adjusts the alarm hysteresis.
See section 9.3.8
Fig 11 Typical alarm application
'dELA' Alarm delay time
Adjusts the delay between the
display equalling the setpoint and
9.3.3 Programming and adjustment the alarm output being activated.
When an alarm card is added to a BA327C or See section 9.3.9
BA328C indicator the main programme menu
is extended as shown in Fig 10. The 'SIL' Alarm silence time
additional functions appear between Cond and Defines the time that the alarm
C--P in the main menu. For simplicity Fig 10 output remains in the non-alarm
only shows the additional functions available condition following acceptance of
on alarm 1, but alarm 2 has identical facilities. an alarm.
See section 9.3.10
The following table summaries each of the
alarm programme functions and includes a 'AcSP' Access setpoint
cross reference to more detailed information. Sub-menu which enables direct
Again only the functions on alarm 1 are listed, access to the alarm setpoints from
but alarm 2 has identical facilities the indicator display mode, and
defines a separate security code.
See section 9.3.11
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9.3.4 Alarm enable: EnbL 9.3.8 Hysteresis: HStr
This function allows the alarm to be enabled or During programming hysteresis is shown in the
disabled without altering any of the alarm units the indicator has been calibrated to
parameters. To check or change the function display.
select 'EnbL' from the alarm menu and press P To adjust the hysteresis select 'HStr' from the
which will reveal the current setting. The alarm menu and press P which will reveal the
function can be changed by pressing the Up or existing figure. Each digit can be adjusted
Down button followed by the E button to return using the Up and Down push-buttons, and the
to the alarm menu. P button to move to the next digit. When the
required hystersis has been entered press E
9.3.5 Setpoint adjustment: SP1 and SP2 to return to the alarm menu.
The setpoint of each alarm may be positioned e.g. An indicator calibrated to display 0 to
anywhere between -19999 and 19999 10000, with a high alarm set at 9000 and
providing this corresponds to an input current hysteresis of 200 will perform as follows:
between 3.8 and 20.2mA. e.g. If the indicator
has been calibrated to display 0 with 4mA High alarm will be activated when display
input and 10000 with 20mA input, the two equals or exceeds 9000, but will not reset
alarm setpoints may be positioned anywhere until the display falls below 8800.
between -125 and 10125.

To adjust the setpoint select 'SP1' or 'SP2' 9.3.9 Alarm delay: dELA
from the alarm menu and press P which will This function enables activation of the alarm
reveal the existing alarm setpoint. Each digit output to be delayed for a fixed time following
of the setpoint can be adjusted using the Up the alarm condition occurring. The delay can
and Down push-buttons, and the P button to be programmed in 1 second increments up to
move to the next digit. When the required 3600 seconds. If a delay is not required zero
setpoint has been entered press E to return should be entered. To adjust the delay select
to the alarm menu. 'dELA' from the alarm menu and press P which
will reveal the existing delay. Each digit of the
9.3.6 Alarm function: HI.LO delay can be adjusted using the Up and Down
Each alarm can be conditioned as a high or push-buttons, and the P button to move to the
low alarm. To check or change the alarm next digit. When the required delay has been
function select 'HI.LO' from the alarm menu entered press E to return to the alarm menu.
and press P to reveal the current setting. The
function can be changed by pressing the Up or
Down buttons followed by the E button to 9.3.10 Alarm silence time: SIL
return to the alarm menu. This function is primarily intended for use in
small installations where the alarm output
9.3.7 Alarm output status: no.nc directly operates an annunciator such as a
This function allows the alarm output to be sounder. When the alarm silence time is set
open or to be closed in the alarm condition. to any figure other than zero, the P push-
When deciding which is required, care must button becomes an alarm accept button.
be taken to ensure that the alarm output is fail After an alarm has occurred, operating the P
safe. See Fig 8. button will cause the alarm output to revert to
the non-alarm condition for the programmed
WARNING alarm silence time. The display will continue
When the 4/20mA supply is to indicate an alarm after it has been accepted
removed both alarm outputs will and silenced. The alarm silence time may be
open irrespective of conditioning. adjusted between 0 and 3600 seconds in 1
Therefore for fail safe operation second increments.
both alarm outputs should be
programmed to be open in the alarm To adjust the alarm silence time select 'SIL'
condition. from the alarm menu and press P which will
reveal the existing time. Each digit can be
To check or change the alarm output status adjusted using the Up and Down push-buttons,
select 'no.nc' from the alarm menu and press and the P button to move to the next digit.
P reveal the current setting. The function can When the required time has been entered
be changed by pressing the Up or Down press E to return to the alarm menu.
button followed by the E button to return to the
alarm menu.
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9.3.11 Access Setpoint: AcSP and the P push-button to move to the next
This function controls a separate menu which digit. If the
provides direct access to the alarm setpoints
when the indicator is in the display mode. See correct code is entered pressing E will cause
section 9.3.12 for a full description. An alarm setpoint prompt 'SP1' to be displayed.
operator may therefore adjust the alarm Pressing the Up or Down button will toggle the
setpoints without having access to the display between the two alarm setpoint
programme and alarm menus. Further prompts 'SP1' and 'SP2'.
protection is provided by a separate security
code. If an incorrect security code is entered, or a
button is not pressed within ten seconds, the
This direct access menu is enabled and a indicator will automatically return to the display
separate security code entered from the mode.
'AcSP' function in the programme menu as
shown in Fig 11. To change the menu
parameters select 'AcSP' from the programme
menu and press P which will display the
enable prompt 'EnbL'. Press P again to reveal
if the direct access menu is 'On' or 'OFF'. The
Up or Down buttons will toggle the display
between the two conditions.

If 'OFF' is selected, the operator will not have

access to the setpoints from the display
mode. Return to the 'AcSP' prompt in the main
menu by pressing E twice.

If 'On' is selected, the operator will have direct

access to the alarm setpoints from the display
mode via a separate optional security code.
To define the four digit numerical code press P
to return to the 'Enbl' prompt followed by the
Up or Down button to select the access code
prompt 'AcCd'. Pressing P will reveal the
current security code. Each digit of the code
may be changed by operating the Up and
Down push-buttons, and the P button to move
to the next digit. When the required code has
been entered, press E twice to return to the
'AcSP' prompt in the Programme Menu.
Fig 12 Setpoint adjustment from the display
Code 0000 will disable the security code mode
allowing direct access to the setpoints by
pressing the P and Up buttons simultaneously.
New instruments with alarms are supplied with To adjust an alarm setpoint select 'SP1' or
this function disabled and the security code 'SP2' and press P which will reveal the current
set to 0000 setting. Each digit of the setpoint may be
adjusted using the Up and Down push-buttons,
9.3.12 Adjusting alarm setpoints from the and the P button to move to the next digit.
display mode When the required setpoint has been entered,
Access to the alarm setpoints from the pressing E will return the display to the 'SP1'
indicator display mode is obtained by or 'SP2' prompt from which the other setpoint
operating the P and Up push-buttons may be selected, or the indicator may be
simultaneously as shown in Fig 12. If the returned to the display mode by pressing E
setpoints are not protected by a security code again.
the alarm setpoint prompt 'SP1' will be
displayed. If the setpoints are protected by a Direct access to the alarm setpoints is only
security code, 'COde' will be displayed first. available when the menu is enabled - see
Pressing P again will enable the alarm security section 9.3.11
code to be entered digit by digit using the Up
and Down buttons to change the flashing digit,
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9.4 Lineariser The number of break-points required should
The indicator can be supplied with a sixteen first be entered using the Add and dEL
point lineariser which may be adjusted to functions. In both these functions the
compensate for almost any non linear indicator initially displays the current break-
variable. For example, a level signal from a point and the total number of break-points
horizontal cylindrical tank may be linearised by being used. e.g.
the indicator to display the tank contents in
linear volumetric units. 5 13
current total number of
The addition of linearising software does not break-point break-points
affect the intrinsic safety of the indicator.

Fig 13 shows a typical linearising 'Add' Add a break-point

characteristic. Up to sixteen break-points may Adds a new break-point before the
be programmed to occur at any input current displayed break-point. The
between 4 and 20mA. The slope between calibration of existing break-points
adjacent break-points may be set anywhere is not changed, but the
between -1250 and +1250 display counts per identification number of all
milliamp. Greater slopes may be programmed, subsequent break-points is
but the indicator performance will be increased by one.
degraded. A linear characteristic can be
obtained by programming just two points, one 'dEL' 'Remove a break-point
at 4mA and the other at 20mA. Removes the displayed break-point
and joins the preceding break-point
to the following break-point with a
straight line. The identification
number of all subsequent break-
points is decreased by one.

To add a break-point select 'CAL' from the

main menu and press P to enter the 'Add'
function; press P again to reveal the current
and total number of break-points. Each
subsequent operation of the P push-button
will introduce an additional break-point. When
adding a break-point to a calibrated indicator,
the insertion position can be selected using
Fig 13 Typical indicator characteristic the Up and Down push-buttons.

The lineariser software does not change the The delete break-point function dEL operates
main programme menu, but the CAL and SEt in a similar manner to the Add function
functions are extended as shown in Fig 14. described above.
As with a linear indicator, calibration may be
performed with an external calibrator using the When the required number of break-points has
'CAL' function, or from the internal references been entered, return to the sub-menu by
using the 'Set' function. pressing E. The indicator will display 'Add' or
'dEL' depending upon the last function used.
Each break-point can now be programmed
9.4.1 Calibration using an external source
This method allows direct calibration with a Select 'PtS' from the sub-menu and press P
current source, and is preferred when which will select the first break-point '0 n',
traceability is required. If the exact system where n is the total number of break-points
non-linearity is unknown, the method also entered. The selected break-point can be
allows direct calibration from the variable to be changed using the Up and Down buttons.
displayed. e.g. the output from a level sensor When the required break-point has been
in an irregular tank may be displayed in linear selected press P. Set the indicator input
volumetric units by filling the tank with known current to the exact value at which the break-
incremental volumes and calibrating the point is to occur, and adjust the indicator
indicator to display the sum of the increments display using the Up and Down buttons and P
at each break-point. to move between digits. When the required
display has been set, press E to enter
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the information and return to the sub-menu Enables the indicator display at
from which another break-point can be each break-point to be defined.
selected.
Repeat this procedure for each break-point, Select 'SEt' from the main menu and press P
and then return to the main menu by pressing once to enter the 'Add' function, and again to
E twice. reveal the current and total number of break-
points. Each subsequent operation of the P
push-button will introduce an additional break-
9.4.2 Calibration using internal references point. When adding a break-point to a
This function enables the break-points to be calibrated indicator, the insertion position can
adjusted without the need for an accurate be selected using the Up and Down push-
external current source. Throughout buttons.
calibration the indicator input current may be
any value between 4 and 20mA. The delete break-point function dEL operates
in a similar manner to the Add function
The accuracy of this method depends upon described above.
the accuracy of the internal references which
should be calibrated periodically against a When the required number of break-points has
traceable external current source with a been entered, return to the sub-menu by
resolution of at least 0.4 A. See section pressing E. The indicator will display 'Add' or
6.7.2 'dEL' depending upon the last function used.
The required indicator display at each break-
The number of break-points required should point can now be entered, followed by the
first be entered using the Add and dEL input current at which each break-point
functions. In both these functions the occurs.
indicator initially displays the current break-
point and the total number of break-points To enter the required display at any break-
being used. e.g. point select ''diSP' from the sub-menu and
press P which will select the first break-point
5 13 '0 n'. The selected break-point can be
changed using the Up and Down buttons.
current total number of When the required break-point has been
break-point break-points selected press P to reveal the existing
display. Use the Up and Down buttons and P
to move between digits set the revised
'Add' Add a break-point display. Press E to return to the sub-menu
Adds a new break-point before the from which another break-point can be
displayed break-point. The selected. Repeat this procedure for all the
calibration of existing break-points break-point displays to be changed, and then
is not changed, but the return to the 'diSP' prompt in the sub-menu by
identification number of pressing E.
subsequent break-points is
incremented. To enter the input current at which each
break-point occurs select 'InPut' from the sub-
'dEL' Remove a break-point menu and press P which will select the first
Removes the displayed break-point break-point '0 n'. The selected break-point
and joins the preceding break-point can be changed using the Up and Down
to the following break-point with a buttons. When the required break-point has
straight line. The identification been selected press P to reveal the input
number of all of subsequent break- current at which the break-point occurs. Using
points is decremented. the Up and Down buttons and P to move
between digits set the revised input current.
'inPut' Defines the current at which Press E to return to the sub-menu from which
break-point occurs another break-point can be selected.
Enables the required current at
each break-point to be defined Repeat this procedure for all the break-point
without having to input an accurate input currents to be changed, and then return
current to the indicator. to the 'InPut' prompt in the sub-menu by
pressing E.
'diSP' Defines display at break-point
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9.5 Tare function which list some of the devices that may be
The tare function is a factory fitted software used.
accessory, primarily intended for use with
weighing systems. The EC-Type Examination Certificate
specifies that the maximum equivalent
When the tare software is installed, pushing capacitance and inductance between
and holding the P button for more than terminals 12 and 13 is:
approximately 3 seconds sets the indicator
display to zero, irrespective of the input Ci = 0.045 F
current, and activates the tare annunciator on Li = 0.02mH
the indicator display. Subsequent operation of
the P push-button for less than 3 seconds will To determine the maximum permitted cable
toggle the indicator between the normal gross parameters, these figures should be
display and the net display with the tare subtracted from the maximum permitted cable
annunciator activated. capacitance and inductance specified by the
certificate for the Zener barrier or galvanic
The tare function allows an operator to quickly isolator powering the backlight.
zero the indicator display at any input current
so that subsequent readings only show the
change in input since the P push-button was
operated. When used with a weighing
system, it allows the weight of a container to
be automatically subtracted from the total
gross weight so that only the net weight of
the contents is displayed.

9.6 Display backlights

The BA327C and BA328C can be supplied
with one of two different backlights. The loop
powered backlight produces green
background illumination enabling the display to
read at night or in poor lighting conditions. No
additional power supply, IS interface or field Fig 15 Separately powered backlight
wiring are required, but the indicator voltage
drop in increased. Alternatively, the
separately powered backlight has a bright The display brilliance depends upon the
orange output which enhances daylight current flowing through the backlight. This is
viewing, but an additional IS interface and field determined by the supply voltage and the end-
wiring are required. to-end resistance of the Zener barrier or
output resistance of the galvanic isolator.
9.6.1 Separately powered backlight Brilliance will not be significantly reduced until
The separately powered backlight is the current falls below 20mA.
segregated from the measuring circuit and has
been certified as a separate intrinsically safe The BA327C backlight requires a minimum
circuit, but it does not comply with the supply voltage of 14V and the larger BA328C
requirements for simple apparatus. backlight a minimum supply voltage of 18V.
The backlight current can be calculated from:
This backlight must be powered from the safe
area via a Zener barrier or a galvanic isolator For a BA327C
as shown in Fig 15. Any certified device
may be used, providing the output parameters Backlight mA = Vsupply –14
do not exceed: End-to-end resistance of barrier#
Uo = 28V dc
Io = 110mA
Po = 0.77W

For guidance, System Certificates ITS No

Ex02E2029 and 2030 have been issued
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For a BA328C Connecting the backlight in series with the
indicator will increase the total voltage drop in
Backlight mA = Vsupply -18 the 4/20mA measuring loop from 1.1V to 5.0V
End-to-end resistance of barrier#

# or output resistance of galvanic isolator

Two indicator backlights may be powered in

parallel from a single 28V 300 Zener barrier or
galvanic isolator, but the display brilliance will
be reduced.

9.6.2 Loop powered backlight

This backlight may be connected in series with
the 4/20mA measuring circuit so that, like the
indicator, it is loop powered. This eliminates
the need for a separate Zener barrier or
galvanic isolator and associated wiring for the
backlight, thus significantly reducing the
installation cost.

As shown in Fig 16 the backlight is connected

in series with the indicator. Any Zener barrier
or galvanic isolator certified EEx ia IIC by an
EEC approved certification body may be used
providing output parameters do not exceed:

Uo = 30V dc
Io = 200mA
Po = 0.85W

For guidance, System Certificates ITS No

Ex02E2031 and 2032 have been issued
which list some of the devices that may be
used.

Fig 16 Loop powered backlight

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Appendix 1 A1.3 Accessories
The Factory Mutual approval includes the
Installation in USA
Alarms, Lineariser, Tare function and Display
backlight accessories. Only the alarms and
backlight have external connections which
A1.0 Factory Mutual Approval
affect installation.
For installations in the USA both indicators
and all accessories have been approved by
Factory Mutual as intrinsically safe for Class I,
A1.3.1 Alarms
Divisions 1 and 2; and nonincendive for Class
The FM approval allows the BA327C and
I, Division 2.
BA328C to be fitted with an alarm card which
Installations must comply with the BEKA
contains two totally independent alarms each
associates control drawing CI320-22,
with a single pole solid state output.
ANSI/ISA RP12.6 and the National Electrical
Code ANSI/NFPA70.
A1.3.1.1 intrinsic safety
Each alarm has a galvanically isolated single
A1.1 4/20mA input in intrinsically safe
pole output which may be connected to any
circuit
intrinsically safe circuit having entity output
The BA327C and BA328C have been
parameters equal to or less than:
evaluated under the entity concept, and may
be connected in series with any intrinsically
Voc, Vt = 32V
safe circuit having output parameters equal to
Isc, It = 159mA
or less than:
Each of the alarm outputs has a maximum
Voc, Vt = 32V
equivalent capacitance and inductance of:
Isc, It = 200mA
Ci = 0.04 F
The 4/20mA input terminals have a maximum
Li = 0.02mH
equivalent capacitance and inductance of:
These figures must be subtracted from the
Ci = 0.02 F
maximum permissible cable capacitance and
Li = 0.01mH
inductance allowed for the Zener barrier or
galvanic isolator connected to the alarm
These figures must be subtracted from the
output.
maximum permissible cable capacitance and
inductance allowed for the Zener barrier or
See Figs 8, 9 and 10.
galvanic isolator powering the loop into which
the indicator is installed.

See Figs 2 and 3.

A1.2 4/20mA input in nonincendive circuit

The BA327C and BA328C are also Factory
Mutual approved as nonincendive for Class I,
Division 2 locations, which allows both
indicators to be installed in Division 2 without
the need for Zener barriers or galvanic
isolators. The maximum supply voltage must
be less than 32V, and the wiring must be
nonincendive or 'Division 2 suitable' as
defined in the National Electrical Code
ANSI/NFPA70.
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A1.3.1.2 Nonincendive applications A1.3.2.2 Loop powered backlight
For nonincendive applications a Zener barrier This backlight has been approved as a
or galvanic isolator is not required. Each separate intrinsically safe circuit under the
alarm output may switch any dc circuit entity concept. As shown in Fig 16 the
providing the voltage does not exceed 32V backlight may be connected in series with the
and the current is less than 250mA. The indicator and powered from any certified
wiring must be nonincendive or 'Division 2 associate apparatus such as a Zener barrier
suitable'' as defined in the National Electrical or galvanic isolator having output parameters
Code ANSI/NFPA70. equal to or less than:

Voc, Vt = 32V
A1.3.2 Display backlight Isc, It = 200mA
Either the separately powered or the loop
powered backlight may be used. The backlight and indicator terminals have a
maximum equivalent capacitance and
inductance of:
A1.3.2.1 Separately powered backlight Ci = 0.05 F
The backlight is segregated from the Li = 0.02mH
measuring circuit and has been approved as a
separate intrinsically safe circuit under the These figures must be subtracted from the
entity concept. The backlight may be powered maximum permissible cable capacitance and
from any certified associated apparatus such inductance allowed for the Zener barrier or
as a Zener barrier or galvanic isolator having galvanic isolator powering the backlight.
output parameters equal to or less than:

Voc, Vt = 32V
Isc, It = 159mA A1.3.2.3 Nonincendive applications
For nonincendive applications the separately
The backlight terminals have a maximum powered backlight may be connected to a dc
equivalent capacitance and inductance of: supply between 18 and 30V without the need
for a Zener barrier or galvanic isolator. The
Ci = 0.03 F wiring must be nonincendive or 'Division 2
Li = 0.01mH suitable'' as defined in the National Electrical
Code ANSI/NFPA70.
These figures must be subtracted from the
maximum permissible cable capacitance and Similarly the loop powered backlight may be
inductance allowed for the Zener barrier or connected in series with the 4/20mA
galvanic isolator powering the backlight. measurement loop without the need for a
Zener barrier or galvanic isolator - see
Segregation between the backlight and the A1.3.2.2
measuring circuits should be maintained by
following the wiring methods recommended in
ANSI/NFPA70 article 504.

See Fig 15.

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Appendix 2
IECEx Certification

A2.0 The IECEx Certification Scheme

IECEx is a global certification scheme for
explosion protected products which aims to
harmonise international certification
standards.
For additional information about the IECEx
certification scheme and to view the BEKA
associate certificates, please visit
www.iecex.com

A2.1 IECEx Certificate of Conformity

The BA327C and BA328C loop powered
indicators have been issued with an IECEx
Certificate of Conformity number IECEx ITS
05.0003 which specifies the following
certification code and marking:

Ex ia IIC T5
Ta = -40 oC to 60 oC

The specified intrinsic safety parameters are

identical to the ATEX safety parameters.

The IECEx certificate may be downloaded

from www.beka.co.uk, www.iecex.com or
requested from the BEKA sales office.

A2.2 Installation
The IECEx and ATEX certificates specify
identical safety parameters and installation
requirements for both approvals is defined by
EN 60079-14. The ATEX installation
requirements specified in section 5 of this
manual may therefore be used for IECEx
installations, but the local code of practice
should also be consulted.