USER GUIDE
SCC-CO20 Isolated Current
Output Module
The SCC-CO20 is an isolated current output module that outputs up to
20 mA. The output current level is proportional to the voltage applied to
the module by an analog output channel of an E/M Series DAQ device.
Conventions
The following conventions are used in this guide:
<>
Angle brackets that contain numbers separated by an ellipsis represent
a range of values associated with a bit or signal name—for example,
AO <3..0>.
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Bold text denotes items that you must select or click in the software, such
as menu items and dialog box options. Bold text also denotes parameter
names.
❑ Tools
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–
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Numbers 1 and 2 Phillips screwdrivers
Wire insulation stripper
Note Software scaling of measurements is not supported on the Macintosh operating
system. Refer to the SCC-CO20 Module Pin Assignments section.
You can download NI documents from ni.com/manuals. To download
the latest version of NI-DAQmx, click Download Software at ni.com.
Device Specific Information
Note For general SCC module installation and signal connection information, and
information about the SC-2345/2350 carrier, refer to the SCC Quick Start Guide, available
for download at ni.com/manuals.
Installing the SCC-CO20
Caution Refer to the Read Me First: Safety and Radio-Frequency Interference document
before removing equipment covers or connecting/disconnecting any signal wires.
Plug the SCC-CO20 into either SC-2345/2350 analog output socket
J(X+17), where X is 0 or 1. The SC-2345/2350 routes the voltage output of
E/M Series DAQ device analog output channel AO (X) to the SCC-CO20.
Connecting the SCC-CO20 to a Load
Note The signal names have changed. Refer to ni.com/info and enter rdtntg
to confirm the signal names.
The screw terminals are labeled by pin number <1..3>. Pin 1 is the ground,
pin 2 is the current sink, and pin 3 is the isolated loop supply. Figure 1
shows how the ground, sink, and supply connect to the E/M Series DAQ
device.
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E/M Series
DAQ Device
SCC-CO20
3
+
–
15 V iso
2
1
AO (X )
AO GND
I
Figure 1. SCC-CO20 Signal Connections to E/M Series DAQ Device
Using the Isolated Loop Supply of the SCC-CO20
You can connect the SCC-CO20 to a load using either the isolated internal
loop supply or an external supply. The internal loop supply outputs a
voltage of 15 V with respect to the isolated ground reference. When using
the internal loop supply, the compliance voltage is 12.5 V. This allows for
a maximum load resistance of 625 Ω at 20 mA. Figure 2 shows how to
connect the SCC-CO20, using the internal loop supply, to a nonreferenced
(floating) load and to a load with a high common-mode voltage.
SCC-CO20
SCC-CO20
3
2
3
2
SUPPLY
SUPPLY
+
+
–
Load
Load
15 V iso
–
15 V iso
0–
20 mA
0–20 mA
SINK
SINK
+
–
High
CMV
1
1
I
I
Figure 2. Connecting the SCC-CO20 Using the Internal Loop Supply
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Note If your load is grounded and you are using the internal supply, connect the load
ground to the current sink terminal at pin 2 on the SCC-CO20. Do not connect the load
ground to the isolated ground terminal because doing so could defeat the module isolation.
Driving Higher-Resistance Loads with the SCC-CO20
In order to calculate the supply voltage your application requires, multiply
the load resistance by the current you need to sink, then add 2.5 V for the
voltage drop across the protection diode and the current-sink MOSFET.
If you need a higher voltage than the 15 V provided by the internal loop
external loop supply.
Adding a Second SCC-CO20 Module
You can add another SCC-CO20 loop supply to create a supply of 30 V,
as shown in Figure 3. Do not use more than two SCC-CO20 modules on
a single circuit, because the resulting voltage can cause overheating and
damage the modules and other equipment.
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Using an External Loop Supply
In order for the current sink to operate properly with an external loop
supply, the voltage must be within the range of 3 to 42 V. If the voltage is
too high, overheating can occur and damage the module. Figure 4 shows
four configurations using an external loop supply.
SCC-CO20
SCC-CO20
2
SINK
2
SINK
+
–
Load
0–20 mA
0–20 mA
+
–
Load
1
1
ISO GND
ISO GND
I
I
a. Nonreferenced load and external voltage supply (two circuits)
SCC-CO20
SCC-CO20
2
SINK
2
SINK
+
–
Load
0–20 mA
0–20 mA
+
–
Load
1
1
ISO GND
ISO GND
High
CMV
High
CMV
I
I
+
–
+
–
b. Referenced load and external voltage supply (two circuits)
Figure 4. Connecting the SCC-CO20 Using an External Loop Supply
When you use an external loop supply, the order of the supply and load does
not matter as long as you do not create a second loop through which current
flows. If both the supply and the load are grounded, connect the signals as
shown in Figure 5.
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SCC-CO20
2
SINK
+
–
0
–20 mA
1
ISO GND
Load
I
Figure 5. Connecting the SCC-CO20 to a Grounded External Loop Supply
and a Grounded Load
For information about how to configure the SCC-CO20 module using
NI-DAQmx, refer to the SCC Quick Start Guide.
Calibrating Gain and Offset Errors
The SCC-CO20 is calibrated at the factory before shipment. If you want
to adjust the gain and offset of the SCC-CO20 in your system using an
E/M Series DAQ device, you need a current meter (ammeter) with an
accuracy of at least 2 μA.
To adjust the gain and offset of the SCC-CO20, complete the following
steps:
1. Disconnect the load from the SCC-CO20 you want to calibrate.
2. Set an output range of 0 to 10 V for AO (X), the E/M Series DAQ
device channel connected to the SCC-CO20.
3. Connect the negative lead of the ammeter to the current sink (pin 2)
and the positive lead to the current supply (pin 3) of the SCC-CO20.
4. Using your software, have AO (X) output 10 mVDC.
5. Adjust the offset potentiometer on the top of the SCC-CO20 until the
ammeter reads 20 μA. The offset is now calibrated.
6. Using your software, have AO (X) output 9 VDC.
7. Adjust the gain potentiometer on the top of the SCC-CO20 until the
ammeter reads 18 mA. The gain is now calibrated.
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Note Normally you would adjust to 0 μA in order to calibrate the offset, but because
the SCC-CO20 cannot source current, it is impossible to know when you have adjusted
past 0 μA.
Using the SCC-CO20
The SCC-CO20 is a 0 to 20 mA programmable current sink. The current
output is controlled by AO (X), a 0 to 10 V unipolar DAC output channel
of an E/M Series DAQ device. The relationship between the AO (X)
voltage level and the current output of the SCC-CO20 is linear and is
described by the following equation:
VAO(X)
--------------- = ICO20
500
where
V
AO (X) is the AO (X) voltage level.
ICO20 is the SCC-CO20 current output in amperes.
The current sink is an N-channel power MOSFET sink to an isolated
ground reference. You can use the SCC-CO20 with industry-standard
0 to 20 or 4 to 20 mA current loops.
Note The current sink does not source current. If the input voltage is 0 V or less,
the module sinks 0 mA.
Isolated Ground Reference
Each SCC-CO20 module is referenced to its own isolated ground. Each
isolated ground can have up to 60 VDC of common-mode voltage between
itself and any other channel ground or chassis ground. Refer to the
Connecting the SCC-CO20 to a Load section for different ways to use
the isolated ground in signal connections.
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Specifications
These ratings are typical at 25 °C unless otherwise stated.
Electrical
Number of output channels.....................1
Output referencing..................................Nonreferenced (floating)
Input range..............................................0 to 10 V
Output range ...........................................0 to 20 mA
Voltage compliance ................................12.5 V
Maximum load resistance
5 mA................................................2,500 Ω
10 mA..............................................1,250 Ω
15 mA..............................................830 Ω
20 mA..............................................625 Ω
Absolute accuracy...................................0.1% of full-scale output range
Temperature drift....................................0.5 μA/°C typ
1 μA/°C max
Power Requirement
Analog power .........................................175 mW max
+15 V...............................................5.8 mA max
–15 V ...............................................5.8 mA max
Digital power (+5 V) ..............................645 mW
+5 V.................................................129 mA max
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Physical
1.87 cm
(0.74 in.)
7.93 cm
(3.12 in.)
3.55 cm
(1.4 in.)
Figure 6. SCC-CO20 Dimensions
Weight.................................................... 28 g (1.0 oz)
I/O connectors........................................ One 20-pin right-angle male
connector
One 3-pin screw terminal
Field-wiring diameter............................. 28 to 16 AWG
Maximum Working Voltage
(Signal + common-mode) each input should remain within 42.4 Vpeak or
60 VDC of ground.
Maximum working voltage refers to the signal voltage plus the CMV.
Channel-to-earth (inputs) ....................... 42.4 Vpeak or 60 VDC,
Measurement Category I
Caution This device is rated for Measurement Category I and is intended to carry signal
voltages no greater than 42.4 Vpeak or 60 VDC. Do not use this device for connection to
signals or for measurements within Categories II, III, or IV.
Isolation Voltage
Channel-to-earth isolation
Continuous...................................... 60 VDC,
Measurement Category I
Withstand........................................ 2300 Vrms verified by a 5 s
dielectric withstand type test
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Environmental
Operating temperature ............................0 to 50 °C
Storage temperature................................–20 to 70 °C
Humidity.................................................10 to 90% RH, noncondensing
Maximum altitude...................................2,000 m
Pollution Degree (indoor use only) ........2
Safety
This product meets the requirements of the following standards of safety
for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
•
•
IEC 61010-1, EN 61010-1
UL 61010-1, CSA 61010-1
Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or the Online
Product Certification section.
Electromagnetic Compatibility
This product meets the requirements of the following EMC standards for
electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
•
•
•
•
EN 61326 (IEC 61326): Class A emissions; Basic immunity
EN 55011 (CISPR 11): Group 1, Class A emissions
AS/NZS CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A emissions
FCC 47 CFR Part 15B: Class A emissions
ICES-001: Class A emissions
Note For the standards applied to assess the EMC of this product, refer to the Online
Product Certification section.
Note For EMC compliance, operate this product according to the documentation.
Note For EMC compliance, operate this device with shielded cables.
CE Compliance
This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European
Directives as follows:
•
•
2006/95/EC; Low-Voltage Directive (safety)
2004/108/EC; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
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Online Product Certification
Refer to the product Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for additional
regulatory compliance information. To obtain product certifications and
the DoC for this product, visit ni.com/certification, search by model
number or product line, and click the appropriate link in the Certification
column.
Environmental Management
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environmentally responsible manner. NI recognizes that eliminating
certain hazardous substances from our products is beneficial to the
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SCC-CO20 Module Pin Assignments
Figure 7 shows the I/O connector pins on the bottom of the module.
4
1
2
5
3
1 Pin 1
2
Pin 2
3
PWB Key
4
Pin 19
5 Pin 20
Figure 7. SCC-CO20 Bottom View
Table 1 lists the signal connection corresponding to each pin.
Table 1. SCC-CO20 Pin Signal Connections
Pin Number
Signal
1
2
E/M Series AO (X)
E/M Series AO GND
3
—
4
E/M Series AO GND
5
—
—
6
7
—
8
—
9
+5 V
GND
—
10
11
12
13
+5 V REF
+15 V
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Table 1. SCC-CO20 Pin Signal Connections (Continued)
Pin Number
Signal
–15 V
—
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
—
—
—
—
—
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