Model 685B0000A10

Electronic Vibration Switch

Installation and Operating Manual

For assistance with the operation of this product,

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product. is to recalibrate on an annual basis. It is
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环氧 O O O O O O
铁氟龙 O O O O O O
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厚膜基板 O O X O O O
电线 O O O O O O
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塑料 O O O O O O
焊接 X O O O O O
铜合金/黄铜 X O O O O O
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X： 表示该有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求。
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Lead Mercury Cadmium Chromium VI Polybrominated Polybrominated
(Pb) (Hg) (Cd) Compounds Biphenyls Diphenyl
(Cr(VI)) (PBB) Ethers (PBDE)
Housing O O O O O O
PCB Board X O O O O O
Electrical O O O O O O
Connectors
Piezoelectric X O O O O O
Crystals
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Teflon O O O O O O
Electronics O O O O O O
Thick Film O O X O O O
Substrate
Wires O O O O O O
Cables X O O O O O
Plastic O O O O O O
Solder X O O O O O
Copper Alloy/Brass X O O O O O
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requirement of GB/T 26572.
X: Indicates that said hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials for this part is above
the limit requirement of GB/T 26572.
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DOCUMENT NUMBER: 21354

DOCUMENT REVISION: C
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Series 685B Electronic Vibration Switch

Operating Guide with Enclosed Warranty Information

3425 Walden Avenue, Depew, New York 14043-2495

Phone (716) 684-0003

Fax (716) 684-3823

Toll Free Line 1-800-959-4IMI

MANUAL NUMBER: 34181

MANUAL REVISION: E
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Table of Contents

Introduction...................................................................................................................... Page 3
General Features

Specifications .................................................................................................................. Page 4

Installation and Wiring ..................................................................................................... Page 5

Installation & Dimensional Drawings
Connector & Pinout Diagram- Triac Models
Connector & Pinout Diagram- Relay Models

Configuring the 685B ...................................................................................................... Page 11

Internal Diagram- Triac Models
Internal Diagram- Relay Models
Using Calibration Mode
Connecting the Remote Reset
Connecting the Raw Vibration Output

Optional Accessories ...................................................................................................... Page 14

080A209 Adapter Plate
699A05 Portable 4-20 mA Calibrator

ESD Sensitivity ............................................................................................................... Page 16

Ordering Information/ Model Matrix ................................................................................ Page 17

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Introduction
The Model 685B is an Electronic Vibration Switch designed to monitor vibration levels and trip an alert when a
specified limit is exceeded. A second onboard relay trips an alarm that can be used to shut down a piece of
equipment or act as a secondary alert level. An onboard accelerometer with precision electronics insures
reliability and accuracy.

General Features

 Imbedded Piezoelectric Accelerometer for improved accuracy and frequency response.

 Vibration range can be measured in Acceleration, Velocity, or Displacement (factory set).

 Provides Dual 5 Amp Triac (SPST) or 10 Amp Form C (SPDT) relay outputs.

 Adjustable trip limits and time delay via single turn potentiometers.

 Accommodates normally open (NO) and normally closed (NC) wiring schemes.

 Continuous or latching switch action.

 Local reset button and remote reset capability.

 LED indicators for Power, Alert, and Alarm.

 Screw terminal blocks for easy wiring.

 Mounts directly to the equipment being monitored via four bolt pattern

 Flexible design allows for various custom requirements.

 4-20 mA field calibration feature for improved accuracy

 Raw vibration output & 4-20 mA output standard

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Specifications
 Power Supply Voltage: …… 85-240 VAC, 12-30 VDC (factory set)

 Power Supply Current: …… 150 mA max

 Sensor Type: …… Piezoelectric Sensing Element

 Standard Vibration Ranges: …… 0-5g’s-pk; 0-1.5ips-pk, 0-3ips-pk, 0-50 mils pk to pk* (factory set)

 Frequency Response +/-3dB: …… 2Hz to 1Khz (120 – 60,000cpm)

 Turn on Time Delay: …… 20 seconds

 Alert/ Alarm Time Delay: …… 0- 45 seconds

 Alert/ Alarm function Select: …… Latch or Continuous

 Alert/ Alarm Switches: …… 5A/245Vac Triac (SPST) or 10A/245Vac – 5A/30Vdc Form C Relay (SPDT)

 Operating Temperature Range: …… -22 to 158°F (-30 to 70°C)

 Storage Temperature Range: …… -40 to 257°F (-40 to 125°C)

 Relative Humidity: .….. Nema 4X Rating

 Case Dimension W x H x D: …… 3.5 x 2.8 x 3.5in. (90 x 70 x 90mm)

 Weight: …… 1.85 lbs. (839 grams)

 Case Material: …… Aluminum Alloy

 Input/Output Electrical Connectors: …… Screw Terminals


2
Screw Terminal Wire Size: …… 24-14 AWG (0.2-2.5 mm )

 Wiring Interface: …… Cord Grips (wire comp. dia. 0.2”- 0.35”) or ½” NPT Conduit Hubs

 Mounting Hole Size: …… 0.21 inches

 Mounting Screw Torque: …… 2- 5 ft. lbs. (3-7Nm)

 LED Indicators:

Power: - Green

Alarm: - Red

Alert: - Yellow

 Alert/ Alarm Setpoint: …… Single Turn Potentiometer (10-100% Full Scale Range)

 Reset Function: …… Momentary Pushbutton Switch and/or Remote to Common.

*Consult factory for additional vibration ranges

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Installation and Wiring
Installation
The 685B series is designed to be mounted directly on the equipment to be monitored using a four-bolt pattern.
There are also options to retrofit existing 3 bolt pattern installations. (Model 080A209 mounting plate required-
see optional accessories on page 13). Use grease between all surfaces to insure specified frequency response,
otherwise performance will be degraded. The axis of vibration measured by models with internal accelerometers
is perpendicular to the mounting orientation of the unit.

Standard Model Dimension Drawing with Cord Grips

Inch (mm)

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Standard Model Dimension Drawing with ½” NPT Conduit Hubs

Inch (mm)

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Explosion Proof Model Dimension Drawing
Inch (mm)

WARNING

AC and DC input signals and power supply voltages could be hazardous. DO NOT
connect live wires to screw terminal plugs, and DO NOT insert, remove, or handle screw
terminal plugs with live wires connected.

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Connector and Pinout Diagram
The 685B uses screw terminal connectors for all input and output connections.

Strip off 0.3” (8mm) of insulation from the connection wire ends. Feed the wire through the access ports, and
terminate the wire in the correct location. Once connected, tug lightly on the wire to confirm connection is secure.

Pin Location Diagram- Triac Models

Pin Descriptions:

AC Power – Pins 1 to 3:
10 Common connection
1 +Power 11 Raw Vibration Output Signal
2 -Power/Common
3 Earth Ground –(also connect earth
ground to safety lug inside enclosure) Control Configurations – Pins 12 to 14:

12 Remote reset connection

Alarm Output – Pins 4 and 5: NOTE: THIS IS A SWITCH CLOSURE
ONLY, DO NOT APPLY POWER
4 Main Terminal 1 13 Common connection
5 Main Terminal 2 14 Calibration connection

Alert Output – Pins 6 and 7: 4-20 mA Proportional Output – Pins 15 and 16:

6 Main Terminal 1 15 -4-20 mA

7 Main Terminal 2 16 +4-20 mA
Raw Vibration Output – Pins 10 and 11

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Connector and Pinout Diagram (cont):

Pin Location Diagram- Relay Models

Pin Descriptions:

AC Power – Pins 1 to 3:
Raw Vibration Output – Pins 10 and 11
1 +Power
2 -Power/Common 10 Common connection
3 Earth Ground –(also connect earth 11 Raw Vibration Output Signal
ground to safety lug inside enclosure)

Alarm Output – Pins 4 to 6: Control Configurations – Pins 12 to 14:

4 Normally Closed, de- energized contact 12 Remote reset connection

(Normally Open when energized) Note: This is a switch closure only,
5 Common connection DO NOT APPLY POWER!
6 Normally Open, de- energized contact 13 Common connection
(Normally Closed when energized) 14 Calibration connection

Alert Output – Pins 7 to 9:

4-20 mA Proportional Output – Pins 15 and 16:
7 Normally Closed, de-energized contact
(Normally Open when energized) 15 -4-20 mA
8 Common connection 16 +4-20 mA

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9 Normally Open, de- energized contact
(Normally Closed when energized)
Connector and Pinout Diagram (cont):

®
When the External 100mV/g ICP Sensor option is specified, an additional terminal block location is added to the
685B series. The external accelerometer is connected to +Sensor and –Senor positions as indicated in the above
figure and on the product label locate inside the top cover. The cable shield to the accelerometer should be
grounded as required by local codes as well as to limit RFI/EMI interference.

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Configuring the 685B
Internal Diagram- Triac Models

The internal diagram displays the location of the control features for the triac versions of the 685B. The alert and
alarm set points are adjusted via the single turn potentiometers. The alarm relay is set using the first
potentiometer, and the alert relay is set using the third. The alert relay trips when the set percentage of the alarm
value is reached. Time delays for both functions are controlled using the second and fourth potentiometers. Alert
and alarm relays can be reset remotely (using Pin 12, see previous pages) or using the internal reset switch as
seen on the upper right hand corner of the diagram.

Using the dipswitches beneath the terminal connectors, relay operation can be selected to be either latch or
continuous, and each relay can be separately configured to be normally open (de-energized) or normally closed

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(energized). There is also a dipswitch to activate the calibration mode for condition simulation during the setup
process. This is explained in detail on page 13.

Internal Diagram- Relay Models

The internal diagram displays the location of the control features for the relay versions of the 685B. The alert and
alarm set points are adjusted via the single turn potentiometers. The alarm relay is set using the first
potentiometer, and the alert relay is set using the third. The alert relay trips when the set percentage of the alarm
value is reached. Time delays for both functions are controlled using the second and fourth potentiometers. Alert
and alarm relays can be reset remotely (using Pin 12, see previous pages) or using the internal reset switch as
seen on the upper right hand corner of the diagram.

Using the first dipswitch beneath the terminal connectors, relay operation can be selected to be either latch or
continuous. The second and third dipswitches set the alert and alarm relay configuration to be energized or de-
energized. The diagram above indicates the contacts that are normally open and normally closed when the dip
switch is set to “de-energized. When the dipswitch is changed to “energized”, the normally open and normally

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closed contacts would be reversed. The fourth dipswitch is used to activate the calibration mode for condition
simulation during the setup process. This is explained in detail on page 12.

Using Calibration Mode

The series 685B has the unique ability to be calibrated using a 4-20 mA simulator. (IMI Sensors model 699A05,
see “Accessories” page) This allows for a much more accurate and quantifiable calibration versus manually
attuning the switch. The following steps allow for simple calibration using this configuration.

1) Connect the 4-20 mA simulator signal across the common (-) and calibration (+) pins (Pins 13 & 14).

2) Turn the calibration dipswitch to “on”. This will disable the switch’s ability to measure physical
vibration.

3) Turn both time delay potentiometers to “zero” for calibration purposes. This can be adjusted to
desired delay after calibration.

4) Assume that 4 mA equals zero vibration and 20 mA equals full scale vibration. Then calculate, in mA,
the vibration level for which the alert and alarm switches should trip.

5) Using the 4-20 mA simulator, send the appropriate alarm signal based on the calculation in the
previous step for the alarm signal.

6) Adjust the “SP” Alarm set point potentiometer to the point when the red Alarm LED illuminates.

7) Using the 4-20 mA simulator, repeat step 5 for the Alert signal.

8) Adjust the “SP” Alert set point potentiometer to the point where the yellow Alert LED illuminates. It is
important to set the Alarm potentiometer first because the Alert signal acts as a percentage of the
value set for Alarm.

9) Disconnect the 4-20 mA simulator.

10) Turn “off” the calibration dipswitch.

** Warning: To avoid damage, insure 685B series is under power prior to applying
the 4-20mA signal from the simulator. **
Testing the Calibration
Pushing the “Test” button inside the housing simulates full scale vibration and should illuminate both the alert and
alarm LED’s. This feature can be used to adjust time delays to the desired values. This can be accurately
calculated using the “Test” button and a stopwatch.

Connecting the Remote Reset

The series 685B allows for remote reset when the switch is in latch mode via a short between Pins 12 & 13.

Connecting the Raw Vibration Output

All models in the series 685B offer the option for obtaining accelerometer’s raw vibration signal. Models with
internal accelerometers output 100 mV/g. To obtain this signal using digital analyzer, turn the ICP® power OFF at

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the digital analyzer input. Connect the analyzer to Pins 10 & 11 with the common connection on the pin (Pin 10)
and the signal connection on the RV Output pin (Pin 11).

Optional Accessories
Model 080A209 Adapter Plate
To retrofit old style vibration switch bolt patterns

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Model 699A05 Portable 4-20 mA Calibrator
Provides current output for Series 685B testing, read-out and calibration purposes. Also
receives and displays current signal from 4-20 mA proportional output from the 685B.

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Warning 1 – ESD sensitivity
The power supply/signal conditioner should not be opened by anyone other than qualified service
personnel. This product is intended for use by qualified personnel who recognize shock hazards and are familiar
with the safety precautions required to avoid injury.

Warning 2 – ESD sensitivity

This equipment is designed with user safety in mind; however, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired if the equipment is used in a manner not specified by PCB Piezotronics, Inc.

Caution 1 – ESD sensitivity

Cables can kill your equipment. High voltage electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage electrical devices.
Similar to a capacitor, a cable can hold a charge caused by triboelectric transfer, such as that which occurs in the
following:

 Laying on and moving across a rug,

 Any movement through air,
 The action of rolling out a cable, and/or
 Contact with a non-grounded person.

The PCB solution for product safety:

 Connect the cables only with the AC power off.

 Temporarily “short” the end of the cable before attaching it to any signal input or output.

Caution 2 – ESD sensitivity

ESD considerations should be made prior to performing any internal adjustments on the equipment. Any
piece of electronic equipment is vulnerable to ESD when opened for adjustments. Internal adjustments should
therefore be done ONLY at an ESD-safe work area. Many products have ESD protection, but the level of
protection may be exceeded by extremely high voltage.

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Ordering Information/ Model Matrix
IMI Part Number: 685B 0 0 0 0 A1 0

Basic Model Series

685B

Sensor Option
0 Internal
®
1 External 100mV/g ICP Sensor

Scale Factor
0 0-1.5 in/sec peak
1 0-5 g peak
2 0-15 mils peak to peak displacement
3 0-50 mils peak to peak displacement
4 0-3.0 in/sec peak

Power Required
0 85-245 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
1 24 VDC ±10%

Relay Type (two provided)

0 Triac, 5A/245vac
1 Form C Relay (SPDT) 10A/245Vac – 5A/30Vdc

Enclosure Type/ Hazardous Area Approval

A1 Basic enclosure, internal pushbutton/ remote reset
A2 Same as A1, plus external pushbutton reset
A3 Same as A1, plus acceleration signal through external BNC
A4 Same as A1, plus A2 & A3
C1 Explosion Proof Enclosure (must select option 4 connection)

Connection Interface
0 Dual opening, cord grips
1 Dual opening, ½” NPT conduit hubs
2 Single opening, cord grip
3 Single opening, ½” NPT conduit hub
4 Dual opening, ½” NPT ports

Ordering Example: 685B0000A10

This is a 685B Series Vibration Switch configured as follows:
- Internal sensor
- 0-1.5 in/sec velocity scale factor
- 18-245 VAC powered
- Dual Triac 5A alert/ alarm relays
- Basic enclosure, internal pushbutton/ remote reset
- Dual cord grip interfaces

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