157

DEEP SEA ELECTRONICS PLC RELAY

Issue 3
VH 16/11/01

DESCRIPTION

The 157 is an output relay expansion Using this modular approach and utilising
module for the 500 series modules. It the benefits of single wire host connection,
can be configured to provide volt-free complex specifications can be achieved,
contacts, which allow the OEM to meet with minimum modification to standard
demanding specifications by adding to panels.
the capacity of the 500 Series.
Traditional methods would have required
The module comprises a single ‘DIN’ rail the use of a PLC based system or
mounted module with an interconnecting extensive additional relay logic with all its
FCC 68 cable. This enables rapid fixing added complexity.
into a panel to enhance the 500 Series
and can be situated up to 50 metres For a complete list of all the possible SPECIFICATION
away from the host module. control sources for the 157 relay module,
please refer to the appropriate DC SUPPLY :
The relay expansion features eight, configuration Software manual. The 157 is powered from the plant battery
5amp rated, voltage-free, relay contacts or from a low voltage supply between 8 to
which can be configured to be normally 35V Continuous. It is able to survive 0V for
de-energised, close on command, or CONFIGURATION 50ms during cranking, providing supply
was at least 10V before dropout and
normally energised, open on command.
The module will automatically respond to supply recovers to 5V. This is achieved
signals from a correctly configured 500 without the need for internal batteries.
The various 500 Series modules provide
series module. The module must be MAX. OPERATING CURRENT:
the commands. For instance, The 52x configured via the appropriate interface 120mA @ 12V, 70mA @ 24V.
auto-start module has 32 different control and a PC. The Expansion relays are MAX. STANDBY CURRENT:
sources from which to drive the relays, numbered from 1 to 8 (and 9-16 on 55x 25mA @ 12V, 18mA @ 24V
the 53x module has 53 different control modules only) and appear in the Output
configuration menu. For more information AUXILIARY RELAY CONTACTS:
sources from which to drive the relays, 5Amp DC rated voltage free.
the 54x has 31 sources and the 55x on configuration and output states refer to
the appropriate Software Manual. DIMENSIONS:
modules have approximately 100 control 72 x 160 x 77 mm DIN Rail mounted
sources. Future modules will also housing.
provide control source commands to the OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE:
NOTE
157. o
-15 to +55 C
When used in conjunction with P122 Digital SELECTOR SWITCHES:
The relay expansion is an extension of Test - Operates all relays to test operation.
Resistance, only P157 with part number
the modules’ output capabilities. Simply Unused - No Function.
81xxx MUST be used. Enable Lamp Test - Relays will energise
connect the relay board to a correctly
configured module expansion socket. on receipt of a
Lamp test signal from Host module.
A/B Select - Determines whether the
On more complex panels or where NOTE
157 responds to signals for Expansion A or
comprehensive remote signalling is B relays - (See Note)
required then each control module in the The 157 Relay Expansion Module must
INDICATIONS:
system can be connected to a 157 relay only be connected to modules type 52X, Power On LED
expansion module. 53x, 54x, 55x or future compatible ‘Link Lost’ (to controller ) LED Flashing
modules. It will not function with Manual 8 Relay active LED’s
On the 55x modules, two 157 relay start module type 51x or the 509 AMF
boards can be used to give 16 module.
independent relay outputs. This is
achieved by identifing one of the 157 NOTE
module as module ‘A’ and the other as
module ‘B’ by means of a small selector Input expansion for all the modules can be
switch fitted to the 157. achieved using the 540/541 Expansion
Annunciator. DSE reserve the right to change the specification without prior
notice.
CASE DIMENSIONS

POWER ON LED

RELAY ACTIVE LED'S

72.0mm 77.0mm

LINK LOST LED

160.0mm
77.0mm

157 Relay Expansion Unit Arrangement

TYPICAL CONNECTIONS

OPTIONAL 54x
INPUT EXPANSION HOST MODULE
/ANNUNCIATORS (DSE 500 series Modules)
NOTE:- When connected to
8xx a completed Panel/Gen-set
Real time diagnostic
status display is available

RELAY EXPANSION

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

F
Configurable relay outputs

NOTE: The 157 relay status is updated a minimum of twice a second. While this makes the response
of the relays fast enough for annunciation, remote monitoring and normal system control it is not
considered suitable for use in time critical applications such as high speed breaker tripping etc. If this
type of function is intended we would recommend using the host modules own relay outputs to control
such systems.
NOTE: The 157 must be used in the correct mode to function correctly. The ‘A’ mode is used to
number the 157 Relays 1 through to 8. The ‘B’ mode is used to number the Relays 9 through to 16.
Thus using one 157 in ‘A’ mode and one ‘B’ mode 157 give 16 independent Relays. Mode selection is
via a function selector switch on the module.
The A/B selector switch must be set to the ‘A’ position for the 157 module to operate with 52x,53x, and
54x Modules as these do not support ‘B’ mode.

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