Checking Clearances - Siemens SIMATIC IFP Basic Series Operating Instructions Manual

Installing and connecting the device
3.1 Preparing for installation
3.1.5

Checking clearances

The following clearances are required around the device to ensure adequate self-ventilation:
● At least 50 mm to the right and left of the mounting cutout (in x direction) to allow for
insertion of the mounting clips during installation
● At least 50 mm above and below the mounting cutout (in y direction) for ventilation
● At least 10 mm behind the rear panel of the device (in z direction)
The figure below shows the clearances required with horizontal and vertical installation of the
device:
①
②
x
y
z
Note
Ensure that the maximum ambient temperature is not exceeded when mounting the device
in a cabinet and especially in a closed enclosure.
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Clearance for horizontal installation (all devices)
Clearance for vertical installation (monitor and touch versions only)
At least 50 mm distance
At least 50 mm distance
At least 10 mm distance
Operating Instructions, 03/2019, A5E46178354 - AB
IFP Basic