Bulletin 1692 Electronic Circuit Protection Module

1692-ZR/ZG Series

Protection Module
• One input and four current controlled outputs
• Monitors input voltage supply and limits current to the loads
• Protects small cable sizes against overload
• Hassle-free turn-on of loads with large input capacitors
• NEC Class 2 Compliant ➊
• Wide Temperature Range (-25°C and +70°C)
• On/Off Function of Outputs
• Compact design— width only 45mm
• Remote monitoring and control functions
➊ Cat. Nos. 1692-ZR1111, -ZR2222

General Specifications
Input voltage 24V DC
Input voltage range 18 - 30V
Input current (at no load) typ. 43 mA
Number of outputs 4
Output currents fixed between 1A and Contents Input Wire Sizes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
12A Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Output Wire Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Input voltage protection levels typ. 21.4V Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 EMC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Operating Temperature -25°C ...+70°C Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Storage Temperature -40°C ... +85°C Outputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Protection Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Type of current limitation Active current limitation Current Limitation and Shutdown Behavior. . . . . . . . . . . . .5
followed by a shutdown Dielectric Strength. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Connecting Capacitive Loads to the Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Dimensions (w x h x d) 45x75x91mm ➋
Output-OK Relay Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Fulfilled Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
ON/OFF and Reset Signal Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Used Substances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
➋ Add 13mm in depth for signal connector.
Synchronization of Multiple 1692 Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Physical Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Functional Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Catalog Number Output Ratings Back-feeding Loads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

1692-ZR1111 1A, 1A, 1A, 1A Power Losses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

1692-ZR2222 2A, 2A, 2A, 2A Reliability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
1692-ZG3333 3A, 3A, 3A, 3A Front Side and User Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
1692-ZG4444 4A, 4A, 4A, 4A Terminals and Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
1692-ZG6666 6A, 6A, 6A, 6A
1692-ZGAAAA 10A, 10A, 10A, 10A
1692-ZG3366 3A, 3A, 6A, 6A
1692-ZG66BB 6A, 6A, 12A, 12A
Please note: NEC Class 2 product information can
also be found in a separate datasheet, Publication
number 1692-AT002*
Standards and Certifications

UL 508 UL 60950-1 UL 2367

IND. CONT. EQ.

IEC 60950-1 EMC, LVD

Terminology and Abbreviations

DC 24V— A figure displayed with the AC or DC before the value represents a nominal voltage with standard tolerances (usually ±15%)
included. E.g.: DC 12V describes a 12V battery disregarding whether it is full (13.7V) or flat (10V)

24Vdc— A figure with the unit (Vdc) at the end is a momentary figure without any additional tolerances included.

Intended Use
This device is designed for installation in an enclosure and is intended for the general use such as in industrial control, office, communication,
and instrumentation equipment.

Do not use this power supply in aircraft, trains, nuclear equipment or similar systems where malfunction may cause severe personal injury or
threaten human life.

This device is designed for use in non-hazardous, ordinary or unclassified locations.

Product Description
This protection module fulfills two basic functions. First it distributes the current of a large power source to four lower current output channels
and therefore allows for smaller wires to be used. The second function is to permit only so much current on the outputs that the input voltage
of this unit (which corresponds to the output voltage of the power supply) does not fall below 21V. This ensures a reliable supply voltage for
sensitive equipment, such as PLCs, controls or sensors, when they are connected directly to the same power supply as the Bulletin 1692
protection module.

The protection module has one 24V input and four output channels to which the current is distributed. Each output channel is equipped with
a redundant over-current protection, which avoids that wires will be overloaded. All four output channels will shutdown simultaneously, if the
current of one individual channel or the maximum allowed current for the protection module is exceeded.

A voltage monitor circuit in the input stage of the Bulletin 1692 module works like a valve. It permits only so much current that the input
voltage does not drop below 21V. In case the input voltage would fall below this value (e.g. due to overloads, too small of a power supply or
high inrush currents such as from starting a motor), all four output channels will be actively current limited and will shutdown after a certain
period of time.
Figure 2:
A typical wiring configuration is shown in Figure 2. All sensitive loads are
connected directly to the power supply. If needed, these load circuits
can be protected with standard circuit breakers or fuses. Loads which are
less sensitive to voltage dips or interruptions or which are the source of
the voltage drop themselves are connected to the output of the Bulletin
1692 protection module.

Voltage Monitor

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Installation Requirements
This protection module is suitable for DIN-rail mounting. Use DIN-Rails according to EN 60715 or EN 50022 with a height of 7.5 or 15mm.

The protection module can be used with any regulated 24Vdc power supply. If the power source can deliver more than 40A continuous, the
Bulletin 1692 module shall be equipped with an external input circuit protection (fuse/circuit breaker) (e.g. 30/32A). The power capability and
performance of the power supply can limit the output characteristics of the Bulletin 1692 module.
• Make sure that the input voltage polarity is correct before applying the input voltage.
• Do not connect batteries to the outputs of the Bulletin 1692 module.
• This device may only be installed and put into operation by qualified personnel.
• The unit does not contain serviceable parts.
• If damage or malfunction should occur during operation, immediately turn power off and send unit to the factory for inspection.
• This device is designed for convection cooling and does not require an external fan. Do not obstruct airflow and do not cover
ventilation grid.
• The standard mounting orientation is input terminals on the bottom and output terminals on the top. Do not use the unit in other
mounting orientations.
• Keep the following installation clearances:
– 40mm on top, 20mm on the bottom
– Left / right: 0mm (or 15mm in case the adjacent device is a heat source; in example another power supply).

A high voltage drop between the power supply and the protection module might cause a malfunction. It is not recommended to use wires
longer than 2x2 m (for 2.5 mm2 or AWG 14 wires) or 2x4 m (for 4 mm2 or AWG 12 wires) to avoid undesired undervoltage conditions on the
input of the protection module.

At ambient temperatures above 50°C and output currents higher than 15A (sum of all four channels), do not use a wire size smaller than
2.5mm2 (or AWG14) and use wiring scheme 3-13-2.

Figure 3: Standard wiring scheme Figure 4: Wiring scheme for ambient temperatures
above 50 °C and output currents above 15A

WARNING: Risk of electrical shock, fire, personal injury or death.

1. -Turn power off before working on the device. Protect against inadvertent re-powering.
2. -Make sure that the wiring is correct by following all local and national codes.
3. -Do not modify or repair the unit.
4. -Do not open the unit.
5. -Use caution to prevent any foreign objects from entering the housing.
6. -Do not use in wet locations or in areas where moisture or condensation can be expected.

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Input

Input voltage nom. DC 24V ±25%

Input voltage range - 18V DC...30V DC

max. 30V DC Absolute maximum continuous input voltage with no damage to the Bulletin 1692 module
Turn-on voltage typ. 21.4V DC Required input voltage for turning-on the outputs

Turn-on delay of outputs typ. 270ms Period between applying the input voltage and turning on the outputs. All outputs will be turned-on at the
same time.
Input voltage protection level ➊ min. 21.0V DC Below this voltage level, outputs will shutdown.
max. 21.8V DC
Stand-by input current typ. 43 mA Stand-by current with no load current on the outputs

➊ Voltage dips below this value can occur for maximal 200µs.

Outputs

1692- 1692- 1692- 1692- 1692- 1692- 1692- 1692-

ZR1111 ZR2222 ZG3333 ZG4444 ZG6666 ZGAAAA ZG3366 ZG66BB
Output current nom. 1A 2A 3A 4A 6A 10 A 3A 6A
output 1
output 2 nom. 1A 2A 3A 4A 6A 10 A 3A 6A
output 3 nom. 1A 2A 3A 4A 6A 10 A 6A 12 A
output 4 nom. 1A 2A 3A 4A 6A 10 A 6A 12 A
All 4 outputs together nom. 4A 8A 12 A 16 A 20 A 20 A 18 A 20 A
NEC CLASS 2 compliance yes yes no no no no no no
Output current limitation ➋ min. 9A 9A 16.6 A 16.6 A 16.6 A 20.5 A 20.5 A 20.5A
typ. 10.7 A 10.7 A 19.9 A 19.9 A 19.9 A 25 A 25 A 25 A
max. 12.7 A 12.7 A 23.6 A 23.6 A 23.6 A 30 A 3 0A 30 A
Voltage Drop ➌ typ. 41mV 83mV 75mV 101mV — — — —
Output 1, 2 — — — — 124 mV 197 mV 92 mV 178 mV
Output 3, 4 — — — — 124 mV 197 mV 107 mV 182 mV

➋ The current limitation value for the sum of all four output currents. This current can be drawn from each individual output regardless whether it is a 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, 6A,10A or 12A output. According to the specified
ampacity of the outputs, the current can flow for a shorter or longer period before the protection module shutdown all four outputs at the same time.

➌ Voltage loss between input and output, when all output channels are loaded with 50% of its nominal current

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Current Limitation and Shutdown Behavior
The Bulletin 1692 protection module comprises one common limitation and switching element for all four outputs. In a protection event, all
four outputs limit the current or shutdown at the same time.

The following reasons can cause a limitation of the output currents or a shutdown of the output channels:
1. The output current of one or more output channels was too high.
2. The sum of the output current of all four output channels was exceeded.
3. The outputs needed to be shutdown in order to maintain sufficient input voltage.
Shutdown times ➊ when exceeding the rated output current:

Shutdown Times 1692-ZR1111 1692-ZR2222 1692-ZG3333 1692-ZG4444

(4x1A) (4x2 A) (4x3 A) (4x4A)
At 2x the rated current typ. 1 s at 2 A 1s at 4 A 1s at 6 A 1s at 8A
At short circuit typ. 30 ms at 12.7 A 30ms at 12.7 A 5ms at 23.6 A 5ms at 23.6 A

Shutdown Times 1692-ZG6666 1692-ZGAAAA 1692-ZG3366 1692-ZG66BB

(4x6 A) (4x10 A) (2x3A, 2x6A) (2x6 A, 2x12 A)
At 2x rated current output 1, 2 typ. 1 s at 12 A 1 s at 20 A 1 s at 6 A 1 s at 12 A
output 3, 4 typ. 1 s at 12 A 1 s at 20 A 1s at 12 A 1 s at 24 A
At short circuit output 1, 2 typ. 3 ms at 30 A 3 ms at 30 A 3 ms at 30 A 3 ms at 30 A
output 3, 4 typ. 3 ms at 30 A 3 ms at 30 A 3 ms at 30 A 3 ms at 30 A

➊ The timer for shutdown starts immediately once the rated current levels are exceeded. All output channels will shutdown, if one channel is overloaded.
A shutdown of the outputs can also happen earlier, e.g. when the Bulletin 1692 module has to protect the supply voltage in case the power supply can not deliver enough current to support all loads without going into
overload.

Figure 5: Shutdown characteristics for 1A, 2A, 3A, 4A, 6A and 10A output channels
Shutdown Time, typ.
1A 2A 3A 4A 6A 10A 12A Output Channel
100s

10s

1s

100ms

10ms
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26A
Output Current typ.

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Shutdown behavior to avoid under-voltage situations on the supply voltage
A further limitation of the output current activates when the supplying power source can not deliver enough current to support all loads
without bringing the power source into overload followed by a voltage drop. In such an event, the voltage dependent current limitation of
the input stage of the protection module is activated (voltage monitoring). This voltage monitor acts like a valve only permitting so much
current so that the supply voltage does not fall below 21V. The period of time for how long the protection circuit is able to actively limit the
current depends on the difference between input and output voltage and the current which flows through the Bulletin 1692 protection
module and is limited to a maximum of 5s. All four outputs will shutdown simultaneously.

Figure 6: Active current limitation – Period of time in current limiting mode until the outputs will shutdown
Output Current
(Sum-current of all output channels - IOUT)
20A
18A
16A
14A
12A
10A
8A Test Procedure:
6A 20°C
1.Set the output current of the adjustable power supply to the test current value.
4A 2.Set load current to 80% of the test current and wait for a thermally stable condition.
2A
45°C 3.Short circuit the output of the Bulletin 1692 module and measure the time until the
outputs shutdown.
10ms 100ms 1s 5s 10s No single output channel is allowed to be overloaded
Shutdown Time, typ. The output current is the sum of all outputs.

Connecting Capacitive Loads to the Outputs

Large input capacitors of drives, monitors or other similar loads can result in an unintended shutdown of the module when trying to turn-on
such loads. This especially can occur after a reset or by turning on a load via the push button or the external signal input. The Bulletin 1692
protection module is designed to be exceptionally compatible with such types of loads. The module can turn-on as much capacitance as
possible and comprises several different protection mechanisms to protect against an unintended shutdown or damage of the unit.

The permissible capacitor sizes which can be connected to the output of the Bulletin 1692 module depends on the load current itself as well
as on the characteristic of the load.

The following tables show two typical cases (case A and case B) for the permissible capacitors, which can be connected on the outputs
without shutdown of the protection module. The listed values are valid for the entire temperature range.

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Case A: All outputs are loaded.
The minimum values are worst-case figures for the permissible capacitors which are defined with an additional constant current load and with
the maximum permissible total current of the Bulletin 1692 protection module.

The typical values are defined with an additional resistive load. See also the parameter list below the table.

1692-ZR1111 1692-ZR2222 1692-ZG3333 1692-ZG4444

(4x1A) (4x2A) (4x3A) (4x4A)
Per channel typ. 49mF 97mF 51mF 50mF
min. 45mF 43mF 22mF 12mF
All four outputs together typ. 135mF 124mF 51mF 50mF
min. 94mF 43mF 22mF 12mF

1692-ZG6666 1692-ZGAAAA 1692-ZG3366 1692-ZG66BB

(4x6A) (4x10A) (2x3A, 2x6A) (2x6A, 2x10A)
For channel 1 & 2 typ. 46mF 41mF 47mF 43mF
min. 13mF 13mF 16mF 13mF
For channel 3 & 4 typ. 46mF 41mF 47mF 43mF
min. 13mF 13mF 16mF 13mF
All four outputs together typ. 46mF 41mF 47mF 43mF
min. 13mF 13mF 16mF 13mF

Parameters for typical values Parameters for minimum values

1692-ZR1111 0.5A resistive load per output 1A constant current load per output
1692-ZR2222 1A resistive load per output 2A constant current load per output
1692-ZG3333 1.5A resistive load per output 3A constant current load per output
1692-ZG4444 2A resistive load per output 4A constant current load per output
1692-ZG6666 3A resistive load per output 5A constant current load per output
1692-ZGAAAA 5A resistive load per output 5A constant current load per output
1692-ZG3366 1.5A resistive load for outputs 1 & 2 3A constant current load for outputs 1 & 2
3A resistive load for outputs 3 & 4 6A constant current load for outputs 3 & 4
1692-ZG66BB 3A resistive load for outputs 1 & 2 5A constant current load for outputs 1 & 2
6A resistive load for outputs 3 & 4 5A constant current load for outputs 3 & 4

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Case B: Only one output is loaded
The minimum values for the permissible capacitors are defined with an additional constant current load according to the parameter list
below. During the tests, only one output is loaded and all others are not.

The typical values for the permissible capacitors are defined with an additional resistive load according to the parameter list below. During the
tests, only one output is loaded and all others are not.

1692-ZR1111 1692-ZR2222 1692-ZG3333 1692-ZG4444

(4x1A) (4x2A) (4x3A) (4x4A)
Per channel typ. 49mF 92mF 52mF 52mF
min. 45mF 77mF 46mF 43mF

1692-ZG6666 1692-ZGAAAA 1692-ZG3366 1692-ZG66BB

(4x6A) (4x10A) (2x3A, 2x6A) (2x6A, 2x10A)
For channel 1 & 2 typ. 50mF 49mF 51mF 50mF
min. 40mF 32mF 46mF 40mF
For channel 3 & 4 typ. 50mF 49mF 50mF 48mF
min. 40mF 32mF 40mF 28mF

Parameters for typical values Parameters for minimum values

1692-ZR1111 with additional 0.5A resistive load with additional 1A constant current load
1692-ZR2222 with additional 1A resistive load with additional 2A constant current load
1692-ZG3333 with additional 1.5A resistive load with additional 3A constant current load
1692-ZG4444 with additional 2A resistive load with additional 4A constant current load
1692-ZG6666 with additional 3A resistive load with additional 6A constant current load
1692-ZGAAAA with additional 5A resistive load with additional 10A constant current load
1692-ZG3366 3A: with additional 1.5A resistive load with additional 3A constant current load
6A: with additional 3A resistive load with additional 6A constant current load
1692-ZG66BB 6A: with additional 3A resistive load with additional 6A constant current load
12A: with additional 6A resistive load with additional 12A constant current load

Output-OK Relay Contact

This relay contact is close when the input voltage is sufficient and the outputs are not shutdown.

Threshold voltage typ. 21.4Vdc

(Required voltage to power the relay and to close the relay contact.
The outputs must also not be shutdown.)
Contact ratings—Resistive load max. 30Vdc, 1.0A
max. 30Vac, 0.5A
min. 1mA at 5Vdc
Galvanic isolation—Test voltage: Signal path to power path nom. 500Vac

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ON/OFF and Reset Signal Input
12(+)
3mA
Inhibit
5.1V
11(-)
Figure 7

This signal input is galvanically isolated with an integrated optocoupler and works in the same manner as the reset and ON/OFF button. The
ON/OFF function has no safety feature included.

Signal voltage max. 30Vdc

Signal current—Active current limited typ. 3mA
max. 6mA
Threshold voltage levels—Voltages above this level will trigger min 6Vdc
the inhibit or reset.
max. 10Vdc
Galvanic isolation—Test voltage: signal path to power path nom. 500Vac

In a failure mode (outputs have shutdown), the outputs can be turned on again by applying a voltage for more than 1 second. In normal
mode (outputs have not shutdown), a short (> 50ms) voltage—all outputs ON or OFF. The unit will be shipped (factory setting) with the
outputs turned-on.

ON/OFF >50ms signal

Reset 1 second signal

Synchronization of Multiple Bulletin 1692 Modules

If multiple Bulletin 1692 modules are used on the same
power supply, it is recommended to connect the sync. bus of
all modules together.

If one unit shuts down due to the protection function of the

input voltage protection circuit (voltage monitor), all other
modules will shutdown too.

This avoids a false interpretation of which output channel

caused the problem. If the sync. terminals are not linked, the
module with the highest voltage monitor protection voltage
level (caused by tolerances) would shutdown first regardless
Figure 8 whether the failure was caused by this module or not.

Please note:
If the cause for the shutdown was an over-current of one individual channel only this module will shutdown and the other
modules will stay on. In this case the sync. line has no impact on the other modules.

If the application requirement is to shutdown all outputs then use your control logic system to control each module with
dedicated reset signal.

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Functional Diagram

Figure 9: Functional Diagram

Failure
+ Safeguard
Voltage Monitor I Sense I Sense
Input + Output 1
for Minimum
- Input Voltage
- Failure
I Sense
Current + Output 2
Redundant
Limiter &
Input Emergency
Shut-down
Status Switch Failure
Manager
I Sense
Reset, + Output 3
ON/OFF
(+) Failure
Reset, 12 Reset, I Sense
ON/OFF 11 (-) ON/OFF + Output 4

Outputs- 13
Output
OK Output
OK
Contact 14 Current
15 Monitor
Sync. Synchro-
16 nization

Back-feeding Loads
Loads such as decelerating motors and inductors can feed voltage back to the Bulletin 1692 protection module. This feature is also called
return voltage immunity or resistance against Back- E.M.F. (Electro Magnetic Force).

The protection module is resistant and does not show malfunctioning when a load feeds back voltage up to 30Vdc to the protection module.
It does not matter whether the protection module is on or off.

The protection module has no capability to absorb energy. Internal diodes (integrated body diodes of the Mosfets) directs the voltage and
energy to the power supply, which is connected on the input side of the protection module. The power supply defines the amount of energy
which can be absorbed.

Power Losses

1692-ZR1111 1692-ZR2222 1692-ZG3333 1692-ZG4444

No-load losses typ. 1.0 W 1.0 W 1.0 W 1.0 W

*)
Losses at typical output loads typ. 1.0 W 1.3 W 1.4 W 1.8 W

1692-ZG6666 1692-ZGAAAA 1692-ZG3366 1692-ZG66BB

No-load losses typ. 1.0 W 1.0 W 1.0 W 1.0 W
Losses at typical output loads➊ typ. 2.4 W 4.9 W 1.9 W 4.2 W

➊ Typical value when all output channels are loaded with 50% of its nominal current.

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Reliability
The Allen-Bradley Bulletin 1692 protection modules are extremely reliable and use only the highest quality materials. The number of critical
components such as electrolytic capacitors have been reduced.

1692-ZR1111 1692-ZR2222 1692-ZG3333 1692-ZG4444

Applied load 4x0.5 A 4x1 A 4x1.5 A 4x2 A

Lifetime expectancy ➊
40°C 243 000 h 233 000 h 229 000 h 216 000 h
25°C 686 000 h 658 000 h 649 000 h 610 000 h
MTBF➋ SN 29500, IEC 61709
40°C 2 347 000 h 2 323 000 h 2 283 000 h 2 114 000 h
25°C 4 039 000 h 3 998 000 h 3 930 000 h 3 638 000 h
MTBF ➋ MIL HDBK 217F, GB
40°C 790 000 h 775 000 h 762 000 h 705 000 h
25°C 1 090 000 h 1 066 000 h 1 048 000 h 970 000 h

1692-ZG6666 1692-ZGAAAA 1692-ZG3366 1692-ZG66BB

Applied load 4x3 A 4x5 A 2x1.5 A + 2x3 A 2x3 A + 2x5 A

Lifetime expectancy ➊
40°C 203 000 h 155 000 h 213 000 h 171 000 h
25°C 573 000 h 437 000 h 604 000 h 485 000 h
MTBF➋ SN 29500, IEC 61709
40°C 1 942 000 h 1 296 000 h 2 095 000 h 1 373 000 h
25°C 3 377 000 h 2 305 000 h 3 605 000 h 2 443 000 h
MTBF ➋ MIL HDBK 217F, GB
40°C 583 000 h 448 000 h 699 000 h 475 000 h
25°C 766 000 h 589 000 h 961 000 h 624 000 h

➊ The Lifetime expectancy shown in the table indicates the minimum operating hours (service life) and is determined by the lifetime expectancy of the built-in electrolytic capacitors. Lifetime expectancy is specified in
operational hours and is calculated according to the capacitor’s manufacturer specification. The manufacturer of the electrolytic capacitors only guarantees a maximum life of up to 15 years (131 400h). Any number
exceeding this value is a calculated theoretical lifetime which can be used to compare devices.

➋ MTBF stands for Mean Time Between Failure, which is calculated according to statistical device failures, and indicates reliability of a device. It is the statistical representation of the likelihood of a unit to fail and does not
necessarily represent the life of a product.

The MTBF figure is a statistical representation of the likelihood of a device to fail. A MTBF figure of e.g. 1 000 000h means that statistically one unit will fail every 100 hours if 10 000 units are installed in the field. However,
it can not be determined if the failed unit has been running for 50 000h or only for 100h.

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Front Side and User Elements

Figure 10:
A—Output Terminals (plus (+) pole connection points)

B—Red Failure LEDs The red LEDs are failure indicators. Any time a red LED is on or blinking, the
outputs have been shutdown. Three reasons why the outputs have been shutdown:
1. The output current of one or more individual output channels was too high. In this case, the affected output channel LED is blinking and all
others are illuminated
2. The sum of the output current of all four output channels was exceeded. In this case, all red LEDs are blinking.
3.The outputs needed to be shutdown in order to maintain sufficient input voltage. In this case, all red LEDs are on and the green LED (Input
Status) is blinking.

The outputs can also be turned off by pushing the ON/OFF button on the front of the unit or by
applying an external signal to the ON/OFF signal input. In this case, all red LEDs are on.

When LED 1 and 4 as well as the LEDs 2 and 3 are alternately blinking, an internal error has occurred.
Try to reset the unit by pushing the reset button. If this does not help, ship the unit to the factory for
inspection.

C—ON/OFF and Reset Button This is a pushbutton which can be used for two purposes:
1.In a failure mode (outputs have shutdown), the outputs can be turned on again by pushing and holding the reset button for more than 1
second.
2. In normal mode (outputs have not shutdown), a short (> 50ms) push will turn all outputs ON or OFF.

The unit will be shipped (factory setting) with the outputs turned-on. The ON/OFF function has no safety feature included.

D—Synchronization Bus (connection by plug-connector on the front).

If multiple Bulletin 1692 modules are used on the same power supply, it is recommended to connect the sync. bus of all modules together. If
one unit shuts down due to the protection function of the input voltage protection circuit, all other modules will shutdown too. This avoids a
false interpretation of which output channel caused the problem. If the cause for the shutdown was an over-current of one individual channel
only this module will shutdown and the other modules will stay on. In this case the sync. line has no impact on the other modules.

E— Output-OK Relay Contact Output-OK Relay Contact

(connection by plug-connector on the front), This relay contact is closed when the input voltage is sufficient and all outputs are not
shutdown.

F—Inhibit / Reset Signal Input (connection by plug-connector on the front)This signal input is galvanically isolated with an integrated
optocoupler and works in the same manner as the reset and ON/OFF button. The ON/OFF function has no safety feature included.
1. In a failure mode (outputs have shutdown), the outputs can be turned on again by applying a voltage for more than 1 second.
2. In normal mode (outputs have not shutdown), a short (> 50ms) voltage Rockwell Automation will turn all outputs ON or OFF.

G—Green Input Status LED This LED indicates the status of the input. The green LED is illuminated if the input voltage is higher than 21Vdc.
The green LED will blink when the input protection circuit (voltage monitor) is activated in order to protect the supply voltage from dropping
below 21V or when the outputs have already been shutdown due to a low input voltage.

H—Input Terminals Two minus (-) connection points for simpler load distribution or grounding (earthing) of the minus (-) pole.

Please note: Outputs which have shutdown must be turned on manually by pushing the reset button or by an external reset signal (ON/OFF signal input). A cycling of the input power does not reset the unit. The failure signals
are stored until a reset is intentionally initiated.

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Terminals and Wiring
All terminals are easy to access when mounted on the panel.
Input, outputs and signal terminals are separated from each other to help in error-free wiring.

Input and Output Signals

Type screw terminals plug connector

Solid wire 0.2...6 mm2 0.2...1.5 mm2
Stranded wire 0.2...4 mm2 0.2...1.5 mm2
AWG (American Wire Gauge) 24...10 AWG 24...16 AWG
Wire stripping length 7 mm / 0.28 in 6 mm / 0.24in
Screwdriver 3.5 mm slotted or Pozidrive No 2 2.5 mm slotted
Recommended tightening torque 0.8 Nm, 7lbs.in 0.35Nm, 3lbs.in
Instructions:
a)Use appropriate copper cables that are designed for minimum operating temperatures of:
60 °C for ambient up to 45 °C and minimum
75 °C for ambient up to 60 °C and minimum
90 °C for ambient up to 70 °C.
b)Follow national installation codes and installation regulations!
c)Ensure that all strands of a stranded wire enter the terminal connection!
d)Up to two stranded wires with the same cross section are permitted in one connection point.
e)Screws of unused terminal compartments should be securely tightened.
f)Ferrules are allowed.

Input Wire Sizes

A high voltage drop between the power supply and the protection module might cause a malfunction. It is not recommended to use wires
longer than 2x2 m (for 2.5 mm2 or AWG14 wires) or 2x4 m (for 4mm2 or AWG12 wires) to avoid undesired undervoltage conditions on the
input of the protection module. Use an appropriate wire size which matches to the ampacity of the power supply. Do not use a wire size
smaller than 2.5 mm2 (or AWG14), when the total output current is higher than 15 A.

Output Wire Sizes

One task of the Bulletin 1692 module is the distribution of the current from a large amperage power supply to four current monitored output
channels. This permits wires with smaller cross-sections than would be needed for the ampacity of the power supply. Therefore, the Bulletin
1692 module is equipped with a redundant electronic current measurement and an additional emergency Mosfet to protect the wires. In case
of an overload, all outputs will shutdown.

For the coordination between wire sizes and load currents, the relevant regulations must be observed. In most cases, these are VDE 0891, VDE
0100-523 and the IEC/EN 60204-1. This means that the following wire sizes shall be used in typical applications:

• 1A output:≥0.14 mm2 (approx. AWG26)

Please note that the minimum wire size for the terminal is 0.2 mm2 / AWG24
• 2A output:≥0.25 mm2 (approx. AWG24)
• 3A output:≥0.34 mm2 (approx. AWG22)
• 4A output:≥0.50 mm2 (approx. AWG20)
• 6A output:≥0.75 mm2 (approx. AWG18)
• 10A output: ≥1.0 mm2 (approx. AWG16)
• 12A output: ≥1.5 mm2 (approx. AWG14)

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EMC
The Bulletin 1692 protection module is suitable for applications in industrial as well as in residential, commercial and light industrial
environments without any restrictions (e-g- cable length). The CE mark indicates conformance with EMC guideline 2004/108/EC and the low-
voltage directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC. A detailed EMC report is available on request.

EMC Immunity Generic standards: EN 61000-6-1 and EN 61000-6-2

Outputs Outputs
ON OFF
Electrostatic discharge EN 61000-4-2 Contact discharge ➊ 8kV 8kV Criterion A
Air discharge 8kV 8kV Criterion A
Electromagnetic RF field EN 61000-4-3 80MHz-2.7GHz 10V/m 10V/m Criterion A
Fast transients (Burst) EN 61000-4-4 Input lines 2kV 2kV Criterion A
output lines 2kV 2kV Criterion A
DC-OK, Inhibit 1kV 1kV Criterion A
Surge voltage on EN 61000-4-5 +- 500V 500V Criterion A
input lines +/-  DIN-Rail 1kV 1kV Criterion A
Surge voltage on EN 61000-4-5 +- 500V 500V Criterion A
output lines +/-  DIN-Rail 1kV 1kV Criterion A
Surge voltage on EN 61000-4-5 DC-OK, Inhibit  1kV 1kV Criterion A
signal lines DIN-Rail
Conducted disturbance EN 61000-4-6 0.15-80MHz 10V 10V Criterion A

Criterion A: The Bulletin 1692 protection module shows normal operation behavior within the defined limits.
➊ On coupling plane

EMC Emissions Generic standards: EN 61000-6-3 and EN 61000-6-4

Conducted emission IEC/CISPR 16-1-2, IEC/CISPR 16-2-1 Class B,
DC input and DC-output
Radiated emission EN 55011, EN 55022 Class A

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Environment

Operational temperature ➊ -25°C ... +70°C (-13°F to 158°F) for 1692-ZR1111, 1692-ZR2222, 1692-ZG3333 without de-rating
-25°C ... +60°C (-13°F to 140°F) for 1692-ZG4444, 1692-ZG6666, 1692-ZGAAAA, 1692-ZG3366, Bulletin
1692.206210 without de-rating
Output de-rating +60°C ... +70°C (140°F to 158°F) De-rate linearly to 15A between 60°C and 70°C for 1692-ZG4444, 1692-
ZG6666, 1692-ZGAAAA, 1692-ZG3366, Bulletin 1692.206210,
see also Figure 11.
Storage temperature -40 to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Humidity ➋ 5 to 95% r.H. IEC 60068-2-30
Vibration 2-17.8Hz: ±1.6mm; 17.8-500Hz: 2g IEC 60068-2-6
2 hours / axis
Shock 30g 6ms, 20g 11ms IEC 60068-2-27
3 bumps / direction, 18 bumps in total
Altitude 0 to 6000m (0 to 20 000ft)
Over-voltage category III IEC 62103, EN 50178, altitudes up to 2000m
II for altitudes from 2000m to 6000m
Degree of pollution 2 IEC 62103, EN 50178, not conductive

➊ Operational temperature is the same as the ambient temperature and is defined as the air temperature 2cm below the unit.
➋ Do not energize while condensation is present.

Figure 11: Total module output current

vs. ambient temperature

1692-ZG6666, 1692-ZGAAAA, 1692-66BB

1692-ZG3366

1692-ZG4444

1692-ZG3333

1692-ZR2222

1692-ZR1111

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Protection Features

Output over-current protection Electronically limited

Class of protection— IEC 61140 III

Degree of protection —EN/IEC 60529 IP 20

Penetration protection > 2.5 mm in diameter

Over-temperature protection Not included

Reverse polarity protection; input voltage ➊ Not included

Internal input fuse Not included

➊ Make sure that the input voltage polarity is correct before applying the input voltage.

Dielectric Strength
The relay contact and the ON/OFF signal input are floating and have no ohmic connection to the input or output voltage. Type and factory
tests are conducted by the manufacturer. The creepage and clearance distances between relay contacts, the ON/OFF signal input and input/
output voltage are 1.3 mm. The following dielectric strength tests were conducted:

Figure 12: Dielectric strength A B C

Type test 60s 500Vac 500Vac 50Vac

Input +, -
Factory test 5s 500Vac 500Vac -
Output (1 - 4)
Field test 5s 500Vac 500Vac 50Vac
Sync. (15,16) B
Reset, ON/OFF Cut-off current setting > 1mA > 1mA > 1mA
Signal Input
A
+ 12 Type and factory tests are conducted by the manufacturer. Field tests may be conducted in the field using the appropriate
Output-ok - 11 test equipment which applies the voltage with a slow ramp (2s up and 2s down). Connect all input and output
Contact C
terminals together as well as all signal poles before conducting the tests. When testing, set the cut-off current
13 settings to the value in the table above.
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Approvals

EC Declaration of Conformity The CE mark indicates conformance with EMC directive 2004/108/EC and the low-voltage directive (LVD) 2006/95/EC.

IEC 60950-1 2nd Edition ➊ CB Scheme, Safety of Information Technology Equipment

UL 508 Listed for the use as Industrial Control Equipment; U.S.A. (UL 508) and Canada (C22.2 No. 107-1-01); E-File: E56639

IND . C ONT. EQ.

UL 60950-1 2nd Edition Recognized for the use as Information Technology Equipment, Level 5; U.S.A. (UL 60950-1) and Canada (C22.2 No. 60950)
; E-File: E168663

NEC Class 2, only 1692-ZR1111, NEC CLASS 2 Listed as Limited Power Source (LPS) in the UL 60950-1 UL report. According to NEC (National Electrical Code) Article 725-41 (4).
1692-ZR2222

UL 2367 Special-purpose Solid-State Overcurrent Protector Component Recognition; UL Category QVRQ2 E-File: E350272

➊ Refer to publication: 1692-AT002A-EN-P for more information on Cat. No. 1692-ZRCLSS

Fulfilled Standards

EN/IEC 60204-1 Safety of Electrical Equipment of Machines

EN/IEC 61131-2 Programmable Controllers

EN 50178, IEC 62103 Electronic Equipment in Power Installations

Used Substances

The unit does not release any silicone and is suitable for the use in paint shops.
The unit conforms to the RoHS directive 2002/95/EC.
Electrolytic capacitors included in this unit do not use electrolytes such as Quaternary Ammonium Salt Systems.
Plastic housings and other molded plastic materials are free of halogens.
Wires and cables are not PVC isolated.
The production material within our production does not include following toxic chemicals:
Polychlorized Biphenyl (PCB), Polychlorized Terphenyl (PCT), Pentachlorophenol (PCP), Polychlorinated naphthalene (PCN), Polybrom Biphenyll (PBB), Polybrom Bipheny-oxyd (PBO), Polybrominated Diphenylether (PBDE),
Polychlorinated Diphenylether (PCDE), Polydibromphenyl Oxyd (PBDO), Cadmium, Asbestos, Mercury, Silicia.

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Physical Dimensions and Weight

Weight 120g / 0.26lb

DIN-Rail Use 35 mm DIN-rail according to EN 60715 or EN 50022 with a height of 7.5 or 15 mm. The DIN-rail height must be added to the unit depth to calculate the total required installation depth.

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