The warnings and safety instructions in these instructions are intended to protect people from possible injury and the product from damage.
Indicates an immediately dangerous situation
Serious injury or death will result if appropriate precautions are not taken.
Action step to escape the situation
Indicates a potentially dangerous situation
Death or serious injury may result if appropriate precautions are not taken.
Action step to escape the situation
Indicates a potentially dangerous situation
Minor or moderate injury may result if appropriate precautions are not taken.
Action step to escape the situation
Indicates impaired work results and/or damage to the device and components
The warnings and safety instructions are an integral part of these instructions and must always be observed to ensure the safe and proper use of the product.
The warnings and safety instructions in these instructions are intended to protect people from possible injury and the product from damage.
Indicates an immediately dangerous situation
Serious injury or death will result if appropriate precautions are not taken.
Action step to escape the situation
Indicates a potentially dangerous situation
Death or serious injury may result if appropriate precautions are not taken.
Action step to escape the situation
Indicates a potentially dangerous situation
Minor or moderate injury may result if appropriate precautions are not taken.
Action step to escape the situation
Indicates impaired work results and/or damage to the device and components
The warnings and safety instructions are an integral part of these instructions and must always be observed to ensure the safe and proper use of the product.
The warnings and safety instructions in these instructions are intended to protect people from possible injury and the product from damage.
Indicates an immediately dangerous situation
Serious injury or death will result if appropriate precautions are not taken.
Action step to escape the situation
Indicates a potentially dangerous situation
Death or serious injury may result if appropriate precautions are not taken.
Action step to escape the situation
Indicates a potentially dangerous situation
Minor or moderate injury may result if appropriate precautions are not taken.
Action step to escape the situation
Indicates impaired work results and/or damage to the device and components
The warnings and safety instructions are an integral part of these instructions and must always be observed to ensure the safe and proper use of the product.
The device has been manufactured in line with the state of the art and according to recognized safety standards.
Incorrect operation or misuse
Serious to fatal injuries to the operator or third parties as well as damage to the device and other property of the operator may result.
All persons involved in the commissioning, maintenance, and servicing of the device must be appropriately qualified and have knowledge of working with electrical installations.
Read these operating instructions in full and follow them carefully and precisely.
The operating instructions must always be kept to hand wherever the device is being used.
IMPORTANT!
Labels, warning notices, and safety symbols are located on the device. A description can be found in these operating instructions.
IMPORTANT!
All safety and danger notices on the device:Tampered-with and non-functioning protection devices
Serious to fatal injuries as well as damage to the device and other property of the operator may result.
Never bypass or disable protection devices.
Any protection devices that are not fully functional must be repaired by an authorized specialist before the device is switched on.
Loose, damaged, or under-dimensioned cables
An electric shock can be fatal.
Use undamaged, insulated, and adequately dimensioned cables.
Fasten the cables according to the specifications in the operating instructions.
Loose, damaged, or under-dimensioned cables must be repaired or replaced immediately by an authorized specialist.
Installations or modifications to the device
The device may be damaged
Do not carry out any alterations, installations, or modifications to the device without first obtaining the manufacturer's permission.
Damaged components must be replaced.
Only use original spare parts.
Operation or storage of the device outside the stipulated area will be deemed as not in accordance with the intended purpose.
The conventions regarding how information is presented in the document, which are set out below, have been defined in order to increase the readability and comprehensibility of the document.
Application notes
IMPORTANT! Indicates application notes and other useful information. It does not indicate a harmful or dangerous situation.
Software
Software functions and elements of a graphical user interface (e.g., buttons, menu items) are highlighted in the text with this mark up.
Example: Click Save.
Instructions for action
The conventions regarding how information is presented in the document, which are set out below, have been defined in order to increase the readability and comprehensibility of the document.
Application notes
IMPORTANT! Indicates application notes and other useful information. It does not indicate a harmful or dangerous situation.
Software
Software functions and elements of a graphical user interface (e.g., buttons, menu items) are highlighted in the text with this mark up.
Example: Click Save.
Instructions for action
This document provides detailed information and instructions to ensure that all users can use the device safely and efficiently.
Data security for network and Internet connection
Unsecured networks and a lack of safeguards can result in data loss and unauthorized access. Observe the following points for safe operation:
Operate inverters and system components on a private, secure network.
Keep the network devices (e.g., WiFi routers) up to date with the latest technology.
Keep the software and/or firmware updated.
Use a wired network to ensure a stable data connection.
For security reasons, do not make inverters and system components accessible from the Internet via port forwarding or Port Address Translation (PAT).
Use the solutions provided by Fronius for monitoring and remote configuration.
The optional communication protocol Modbus TCP/IP1) is an unsecured interface. Only use Modbus TCP/IP if no other secured data communication protocol (MQTT2)) is possible (e.g., compatibility with older Smart Meters).
1) TCP/IP - Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
2) MQTT - Message Queuing Telemetry Protocol
Copyright of these operating instructions remains with the manufacturer.
Text and illustrations were accurate at the time of printing, subject to change.
We are grateful for suggestions for improvement and information on any discrepancies in the operating instructions.
The Fronius Smart Meter is a bidirectional electricity meter for optimizing self-consumption and recording a household's load characteristic curve. Together with a Fronius inverter or Fronius Datamanager 2.0 and a Fronius data interface, the Fronius Smart Meter allows you to view your own power consumption. The meter measures the energy flow to the loads or to the public grid and forwards the information to the Fronius inverter or Fronius Datamanager 2.0 via the Modbus RTU/RS485 interface.
Danger due to non-compliance with the safety instructions
Risk of injury and damage to the device as a result.
Follow all safety instructions.
Switch off the power supply before establishing the mains connection.
The Fronius Smart Meter is a bidirectional electricity meter for optimizing self-consumption and recording a household's load characteristic curve. Together with a Fronius inverter or Fronius Datamanager 2.0 and a Fronius data interface, the Fronius Smart Meter allows you to view your own power consumption. The meter measures the energy flow to the loads or to the public grid and forwards the information to the Fronius inverter or Fronius Datamanager 2.0 via the Modbus RTU/RS485 interface.
Danger due to non-compliance with the safety instructions
Risk of injury and damage to the device as a result.
Follow all safety instructions.
Switch off the power supply before establishing the mains connection.
Technical data, labels, and safety symbols are located on the Fronius Smart Meter TS. This information must be kept in a legible condition and must not be removed, covered, pasted over, or painted over. It warns against incorrect operation, which may result in serious injury and property damage.
Markings: | |
The equipment complies with all the requisite and relevant standards and directives that form part of the relevant EU directive, and therefore is permitted to display the CE mark. | |
Insulated (safety class II) | |
RCM (Regulatory Compliance Mark) | |
To comply with European Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its implementation as national law, electrical equipment that has reached the end of its life must be collected separately and returned to an approved recycling facility. Any device that you no longer require must be returned to your distributor, or you must locate the approved collection and recycling facilities in your area. Ignoring this European Directive may have potentially adverse effects on the environment and your health. | |
RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) | |
Safety symbols: | |
Risk of serious injury and property damage due to incorrect operation. | |
Dangerous electrical voltage. | |
The Fronius Smart Meter TS is a fixed piece of equipment for public grids of TN/TT systems and records the self-consumption or individual loads in the system. The Fronius Smart Meter TS is required for systems with an installed battery storage system and/or a Fronius Ohmpilot for communication between the individual components. The Smart Meter must be installed indoors on a DIN rail with corresponding back-up fuses, which are selected to suit the cable cross-sections of the copper conductors and the maximum current of the meter. The Fronius Smart Meter TS must only be operated in accordance with the specifications in the enclosed documentation and in accordance with local laws, regulations, provisions, standards, and within the limits of technical possibilities. Any use of the product other than as described under intended use shall be deemed to be not in accordance with intended use. The available documentation forms part of the product and must be read, observed, and kept in good condition. It must also be accessible at all times at the place of installation. The available documents do not replace regional, state, provincial, federal, or national laws, or regulations or standards that apply to the installation, electrical safety, and use of the product. Fronius International GmbH assumes no responsibility for compliance with or non-compliance with these laws or regulations in connection with the installation of the product.
Interventions in the Fronius Smart Meter TS, e.g., modifications and alterations, are not permitted. Unauthorized interventions will void the warranty and warranty claims and, as a rule, void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Reasonably foreseeable misuse:
The Fronius Smart Meter TS is not suitable for the power supply of life-sustaining medical devices or for billing costs to subtenants.
| (1) | 2x protective cover |
| (2) | Fronius Smart Meter TS 65A-3 |
| (3) | 2x seal wire |
| (4) | 2x connection cover |
| (5) | Quick Start Guide |
The Smart Meter can be installed in the following positions in the system:
Positioning at the feed-in point
Positioning at the consumption point
The Fronius Smart Meter TS can be mounted on a 35 mm DIN rail. The housing comprises 3 modules according to DIN 43880.
The Fronius Smart Meter TS is a hard-wired device and requires a disconnecting device (circuit breaker, switch or disconnector) and overcurrent protection (automatic circuit breaker).
The Fronius Smart Meter TS consumes 10 - 30 mA, the nominal capacity of the disconnecting devices and the overcurrent protection is determined by the wire thickness, the mains voltage, and the required breaking capacity.
IMPORTANT!
Always switch off the power supply before connecting the mains voltage inputs to the Fronius Smart Meter TS.
Connect each power cable to the terminal board as shown in the diagrams below.
IMPORTANT!
For this connection variant, select the value 3Pn in the configuration menu under System > P3. This prevents incorrect measurements.
Danger from mains voltage.
An electric shock can be fatal.
Switch off the power supply before connecting the mains voltage inputs to the Fronius Smart Meter TS.
Insert the protective covers into the guides and press firmly.
Danger due to electrical voltage from missing or improperly fitted protective covers.
An electric shock can be fatal and/or cause serious damage to property.
Fit the protective covers immediately after installing the live cables.
Fit the protective covers properly and check that they are secure.
Connect the data communication connections of the Fronius Smart Meter TS to the Modbus interface of the Fronius inverter using a network cable (type CAT5 or higher).
Several Smart Meters can be installed in the system, see chapter Multi-meter system - Fronius SnapINverter on page (→).
To avoid interference, the terminating resistor must be used (see chapter Connecting the terminating resistor on page (→)).
Inverter in the system | |
Meter - Fronius Smart Meter TS | |
Modbus RTU, third-party device | |
Terminating resistor |
The terminating resistor is integrated in the Fronius Smart Meter TS and is manufactured with a bridge between the M and T connections (T = termination).
Due to interference, it is recommended that terminating resistors are used as illustrated below to ensure proper functioning.
* The terminating resistor is integrated in the Fronius Smart Meter TS and is manufactured with a bridge between the M and T connections (T = termination).
Insert the connection covers into the guides and press firmly.
IMPORTANT!
When fitting the connection covers, ensure that the cables are not kinked, pinched, crushed, or otherwise damaged.
Grid | |
Inverter in the system | |
Utility meter | |
Primary meter | |
Secondary meter | |
Modbus RTU, Third-party device | |
Loads in the system | |
Additional loads in the system | |
Additional producers in the system | |
Terminating resistor |
A maximum of 4 Modbus stations can be connected to the Modbus connection terminal.
IMPORTANT!
Only one primary meter, one battery and one Ohmpilot can be connected per inverter. Due to the high data transfer of the battery, the battery occupies 2 subscribers.
Example:
Input | Battery | Fronius | Number | Number |
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Modbus | 1 | 0 | ||
1 | 1 | |||
1 | 2 | |||
1 | 3 |
If several Fronius Smart Meter TS are installed, a separate address must be set for each (see Setting the address on the Fronius Smart Meter TS on page (→)). The primary meter is always assigned address 1. All the other meters are numbered consecutively with the address range from 2 to 14. Different Fronius Smart Meter power categories can be used in combination.
IMPORTANT!
Max. Use 3 secondary meters in the system. To avoid interference, it is recommended to install the terminating resistors according to chapter Connecting the terminating resistor on page (→).
The inputs M0 and M1 can be freely selected. A maximum of 4 Modbus participants can be connected to the Modbus terminal on the inputs M0 and M1.
IMPORTANT!
Only one primary meter, one battery and one Ohmpilot can be connected per inverter. Due to the high data transfer of the battery, the battery occupies 2 subscribers.
Example 1:
Input | Battery | Fronius | Number | Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Modbus 0 | 0 | 4 | ||
0 | 2 | |||
0 | 1 | |||
Modbus 1 | 1 | 3 |
Example 2:
Input | Battery | Fronius | Number | Number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Modbus 0 | 1 | 3 | ||
Modbus 1 | 0 | 4 | ||
0 | 2 | |||
0 | 1 |
If several Fronius Smart Meter TS are installed, a separate address must be set for each one (see Setting the address on the Fronius Smart Meter TS on page (→)). The primary meter always receives the address 1. All other meters are numbered consecutively in the address range from 2 to 14. Different Fronius Smart Meter power categories can be used together.
IMPORTANT!
Use no more than 7 secondary meters in the system. To avoid interference, it is recommended to install the terminating resistors according to the chapter Connecting the terminating resistor on page (→).
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| * | Displayed when easy connection mode is activated (measurement = A). This value indicates the total energy without considering the direction. |
| ** | Factory setting - displayed when drawn and delivered energy are measured separately (measurement = b). |
Screen | Code | Description | Values |
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PASS*** | P1 | Enter the current password | 2633* |
nPASS | P2 | Password change ** | Four digits (0000-9999) |
SYStEM | P3 | Type of system | 3Pn*: three-phase system, 4-core |
MEASurE | P6 | Measurement mode ** | A: easy connection, measures all energy without taking the direction into account. |
InStALL | P7 | Connection check | On: activated |
P int | P8 | Average power calculation interval (minutes) | 1* - 30 |
MOdE | P9 | Display mode ** | Full*: full display |
tArIFF | P10 | Tariff management ** | On: activated |
HoME | P11 | Screen showing measured variables displayed at startup and after 120 seconds of inactivity ** | For full display (Mode = Full): 0 - 20* |
AddrESS*** | P14 | Modbus address | 1* - 247 |
bAUd | P15 | Baud rate (kBit/s) ** | 9.6* / 19.2 / 38.4 / 57.6 / 115.2 |
PArITY | P16 | Parity ** | Even/No* |
STOP bit | P16-2 | Only if parity = No. Stop bit. ** | 1* / 2 |
rESET | P17 | Activation of the reset function for energy tariffs, maximum requested power, and part values of active and reactive energy (the latter are only transmitted via the serial interface) ** | No*: reset function deactivated. |
End | P18 | Returns to the measured variables start screen | None |
| * | Factory settings |
| ** | The settings can be protected by changing the default password (password cannot be reset). |
| *** | Settings that need to be configured. |
Symbol | Name | Event | Function |
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Up | 1 x | Scroll one screen forward, increase the value by 1 | |
Down | 1 x | Scroll one screen back, decrease the value by 1 | |
Enter | 2 seconds | Call up settings, confirm value |
IMPORTANT!
The password cannot be reset.
If the measured signal exceeds the permissible limit values of the meter, a corresponding message or symbol appears on the display:
Note: Active and reactive energy measurements are displayed but do not change.
IMPORTANT! Settings under the "Meter" menu item are only to be made by trained and qualified personnel!
The service password must be entered in order to access the "Meter" menu item.
Three-phase or single-phase Fronius Smart Meter TS can be used. In both cases, the selection is made under the "Fronius Smart Meter" item. The Fronius Datamanager automatically identifies the meter type.
A primary meter and several secondary meters can be selected. The primary meter needs to be configured first before a secondary meter can be selected.
IMPORTANT! Settings under the "Meter" menu item are only to be made by trained and qualified personnel!
The service password must be entered in order to access the "Meter" menu item.
Three-phase or single-phase Fronius Smart Meter TS can be used. In both cases, the selection is made under the "Fronius Smart Meter" item. The Fronius Datamanager automatically identifies the meter type.
A primary meter and several secondary meters can be selected. The primary meter needs to be configured first before a secondary meter can be selected.
IMPORTANT! Settings under the "Meter" menu item are only to be made by trained and qualified personnel!
The service password must be entered in order to access the "Meter" menu item.
Three-phase or single-phase Fronius Smart Meter TS can be used. In both cases, the selection is made under the "Fronius Smart Meter" item. The Fronius Datamanager automatically identifies the meter type.
A primary meter and several secondary meters can be selected. The primary meter needs to be configured first before a secondary meter can be selected.
Access Point:
LAN:
The Fronius Smart Meter TS is configured as a primary meter.
The "Current general view" menu area displays the power of the PV modules, self-consumption, the energy fed into the grid, and the battery charge (if available).
The Fronius Smart Meter TS is configured as a secondary meter.
IMPORTANT! Settings under the "Device configuration" menu item are only to be made by trained and qualified personnel!
The service password must be entered in order to access the "Device configuration" menu item.
Three-phase or single-phase Fronius Smart Meter TS can be used. In both cases, the selection is made under the "Components" menu area. The meter type is determined automatically.
A primary meter and several secondary meters can be selected. The primary meter needs to be configured first before a secondary meter can be selected.
IMPORTANT! Settings under the "Device configuration" menu item are only to be made by trained and qualified personnel!
The service password must be entered in order to access the "Device configuration" menu item.
Three-phase or single-phase Fronius Smart Meter TS can be used. In both cases, the selection is made under the "Components" menu area. The meter type is determined automatically.
A primary meter and several secondary meters can be selected. The primary meter needs to be configured first before a secondary meter can be selected.
WLAN:
The network wizard and product setup can be performed independently. A network connection is required for the Fronius Solar.web installation wizard.
Ethernet:
The network wizard and product setup can be performed independently. A network connection is required for the Fronius Solar.web installation wizard.
The Fronius Smart Meter TS is configured as a primary meter.
The Fronius Smart Meter TS is configured as a secondary meter.
Modbus transmission speed: 9600 baud
Parity bit:none
Measuring input | |
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Nominal voltage | 208 - 400 V |
Power consumption in the voltage path (max. voltage) | ≤ 10 VA |
Nominal frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
Nominal current, lb | 5 A |
Maximum current, Imax | 65 A |
Starting current | 20 mA |
Short-time overload | 30 lmax / 0.001 s |
Self-consumption - current path (max. current) | ≤ 1 W |
Power factor | active cosφ 0.5 ind - 0.8 cap, |
Current total harmonic distortion | In acc. with EN 50470 |
Data output | |
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RS485 communication | |
Standard | RS485 - 3 conductors |
Transmission | Serial, asynchronous |
Protocol | Compatible with Modbus RTU |
Addresses | 1 - 255 |
Number of bits | 8 |
Stop bit | 1 |
Parity bit | None - odd - even |
Baud rate | 300, 2400, 9600 bit/s |
Response time | ≤ 200 ms |
Insulation (EN IEC 62052-11, EN IEC 62053-21) | |
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Installation category | III |
Pollution degree | 2 |
Insulation voltage | 4 kVAC RMS (1min) |
Electromagnetic compatibility | |
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Emission test | In acc. with EN IEC 62052-11, EN 50470-3 |
Immunity test | In acc. with EN IEC 62052-11, EN 50470-3 |
Operating conditions | |
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Reference temperature | 25 °C (±5 °C) |
Operating range | -25 bis +55 °C |
Temperature limit for storage and transport | -30 to +80 °C |
Mechanical environment | M2 |
Housing | |
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Housing | 3 modules according to DIN 43880 |
Sealable housing/terminal cover |
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Connection | Screw connection |
Mounting | Can be snapped onto 35 mm DIN rail |
Housing material | Noryl, self-extinguishing |
Degree of protection (EN 60529) | IP51 housing, IP20 connections |
Weight | 240 grams |
Communication LED signals | |
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red, flashing | Pulse light according to EN50470-3, EN62052-11, 1000 pulse/kWh (min. frequency 90 ms) |
orange, lights up permanently | Negative total efficiency This check is only carried out if Configuration menu - structure and parameters measurement mode "B" is active. In this case, the device measures drawn and delivered energy. |
Terminals | |
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Measuring input | |
Wire | min. 1 mm² / max. 16 mm² |
Recommended torque | max. 2.8 Nm |
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Data output | |
Wire | min 0.05 mm² |
Recommended torque | max. 0.4 Nm |
Modbus transmission speed: 9600 baud
Parity bit:none
Measuring input | |
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Nominal voltage | 208 - 400 V |
Power consumption in the voltage path (max. voltage) | ≤ 10 VA |
Nominal frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
Nominal current, lb | 5 A |
Maximum current, Imax | 65 A |
Starting current | 20 mA |
Short-time overload | 30 lmax / 0.001 s |
Self-consumption - current path (max. current) | ≤ 1 W |
Power factor | active cosφ 0.5 ind - 0.8 cap, |
Current total harmonic distortion | In acc. with EN 50470 |
Data output | |
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RS485 communication | |
Standard | RS485 - 3 conductors |
Transmission | Serial, asynchronous |
Protocol | Compatible with Modbus RTU |
Addresses | 1 - 255 |
Number of bits | 8 |
Stop bit | 1 |
Parity bit | None - odd - even |
Baud rate | 300, 2400, 9600 bit/s |
Response time | ≤ 200 ms |
Insulation (EN IEC 62052-11, EN IEC 62053-21) | |
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Installation category | III |
Pollution degree | 2 |
Insulation voltage | 4 kVAC RMS (1min) |
Electromagnetic compatibility | |
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Emission test | In acc. with EN IEC 62052-11, EN 50470-3 |
Immunity test | In acc. with EN IEC 62052-11, EN 50470-3 |
Operating conditions | |
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Reference temperature | 25 °C (±5 °C) |
Operating range | -25 bis +55 °C |
Temperature limit for storage and transport | -30 to +80 °C |
Mechanical environment | M2 |
Housing | |
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Housing | 3 modules according to DIN 43880 |
Sealable housing/terminal cover |
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Connection | Screw connection |
Mounting | Can be snapped onto 35 mm DIN rail |
Housing material | Noryl, self-extinguishing |
Degree of protection (EN 60529) | IP51 housing, IP20 connections |
Weight | 240 grams |
Communication LED signals | |
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red, flashing | Pulse light according to EN50470-3, EN62052-11, 1000 pulse/kWh (min. frequency 90 ms) |
orange, lights up permanently | Negative total efficiency This check is only carried out if Configuration menu - structure and parameters measurement mode "B" is active. In this case, the device measures drawn and delivered energy. |
Terminals | |
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Measuring input | |
Wire | min. 1 mm² / max. 16 mm² |
Recommended torque | max. 2.8 Nm |
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Data output | |
Wire | min 0.05 mm² |
Recommended torque | max. 0.4 Nm |
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