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Pepperl Fuchs 5500 Control Unit

5500 Series Control Unit, Type Z and Ex pzc

MPN: 5500 Control Unit
Category: Purge and Pressurization System (Type Z)

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What is the Pepperl Fuchs 5500 Control Unit?

100% automatic purge and pressurization system including purging, temperature and leakage control, alarming and system power

Third party approvals for Class I, II, Div. 2 and Zone 2/22

Universal mounting

RTD inputs for temperature alarm and control

Five standard purge programs

Bebco EPS 5500 series Type Z & Ex pzc purge and pressurization control unit

Specifications

General specifications

Order code (Pepperl+Fuchs part number)	T167146
Operating mode	fully automatic (FA)
Series	5500
System	Type Z Purge ; Ex pzc Purge
Number of volume exchanges	4 ... 19
Hazardous environment	gas or dust
Lifecycle	Active (current Pepperl+Fuchs product)

Supply

Rated voltage	100 ... 240 V AC, 0.05 A, 50 ... 60 Hz 20 ... 30 V DC, 0.2 A Ur
Power consumption	100 ... 240 V AC - 2.3 VA (without digital valve) 20 ... 30 V DC - 2.5 W (without digital valve)

Input

Input I	Temperature, up to 2 RTDs per unit
Connection	Pt100, 2-wire-connection
Input type	temperature inputInput accuracy: 2.5% of the measurement value + PT100 error
Input II	1 Bypass
Connection	passive contact (switch)
Input type	mechanical contact

Output

Output I: Connection	K1, terminals: K1/N0, K1/N0
Output I: Output type	enclosure power, (1) SPST
Output I: Inrush current	6 A
Output I: Contact loading	6 A at 250 V AC , 30 V DC resistive load, 6 A at 30 V DC
Output II: Connection	K2, terminals: K2 (NO, C, NC)
Output II: Output type	alarm, (1) SPDT
Output II: Inrush current	3 A
Output II: Contact loading	3 A at 250 V AC , 30 V DC resistive load, 3 A at 30 V DC
Output III: Connection	digital valve, terminals SV
Output III: Output type	(1) SPST, powered contacts from supply 5.0 A at 250 VAC or 30 VDC
Output III: Inrush current	5 A

Indicators/settings

LED indication

Membrane Pad K1: Green - Contact K1 is energized K2: Amber - Contact K2 is energized SV/encl press.: Blue for safe pressure, Amber for valve on Bypass: Amber when bypass is active PT100 error: Red when fault in PT100 sensor

Pneumatic parameters

Protective gas supply	instrument grade air or inert gas
Safe pressure	- gas 0.7 mbar (0.3 in w.c.) - dust 1.6 mbar (0.65 in w.c.)

Directive conformity

Electromagnetic compatibility: Directive 2014/30/EU	EN 61326-1:2013
RoHS: Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS)	EN IEC 63000:2018

Conformity

Degree of protection	EN 60529
Shock resistance	EN 60068-2

Ambient conditions

Ambient temperature	-20 ... 40 °C (-4 ... 104 °F) at T6 -20 ... 60 °C (-4 ... 140 °F) at T4
Relative humidity	5 ... 95 %, non-condensing
Vibration resistance	5 ... 100 Hz , 1 g, 12 m/s2, all axes
Impact resistance	30 g, 11 ms, all axes

Mechanical specifications

Connection type	High pressure port: 1/8" NPTF Low pressure port: 1/8" NPTF
Cable gland	Cable size M12 diameter 3 - 6.5 mm M20 diameter 10 - 12 mm RTD/Bypass: (3) M12x1.5 K1, K2, SV: 'P_C' (3) M20x1.5
Degree of protection	Type 4X, IP66
Material	Housing: 316 stainless steel Cable Gland: 316 stainless steel or Nickel Plated Brass Pressure Ports: 316 stainless steel Membrane Pad: Autotex F200XE O-ring: EPDM
Mass	approx. 2.7 kg (6 lb)
Dimensions	165 x 124 x 90 mm (6.5 x 4.9 x 3.5 in)
Height	203 mm
Width	165 mm
Depth	105 mm

Data for application in connection with hazardous areas

Certificate	DEMKO 14 ATEX 1282X
Marking	II 3 (3) G Ex ic ec nC [ic Gc] [pzc Gc] IIC T4 Gc (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 60 °C) [exsign] II 3 (3) G Ex ic ec nC [ic Gc] [pzc Gc] IIC T6 Gc (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 40 °C) [exsign] II 3 (3) D Ex ic tc [ic IIIC Dc] [pzc Dc] IIIB T80 °C Dc (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 60 °C) (external version) [exsign] II 3 (3) D Ex ic tc [ic IIIC Dc] [pzc Dc] IIIB T60 °C Dc (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 40 °C) (external version) [exsign] II 3 (3) D Ex ic tc [ic Dc] [pzc Dc] IIIC T80 °C Dc (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 60 °C) (internal version) [exsign] II 3 (3) D Ex ic tc [ic Dc] [pzc Dc] IIIC T60 °C Dc (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 40 °C) (internal version)
Directive conformity: Directive 2014/34/EU	EN IEC 60079-0:2018 , EN 60079-11:2012 , EN 60079-15:2019 , EN 60079-2:2014 , EN 60079-7:2015+A1:2018 , EN 60079-31:2014

International approvals

UL approval: cULus

UL File E184741Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D T4 (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 60 °C)Class II, Division 2, Groups F, G, T4 (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 60 °C)Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D T6 (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 40 °C)Class II, Division 2, Groups F, G T6 (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 40 °C)

IECEx approval

IECEx UL 14.0019X Ex ic ec nC [ic Gc] [pzc Gc] IIC T4 Gc (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 60 °C) Ex ic ec nC [ic Gc] [pzc Gc] IIC T6 Gc (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 40 °C)Ex ic tc [ic IIIC Dc] [pzc Dc] IIIB T80 °C Dc (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 60 °C) (external version) Ex ic tc [ic IIIC Dc] [pzc Dc] IIIB T60 °C Dc (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 40 °C) (external version)Ex ic tc [ic Dc] [pzc Dc] IIIC T80 °C Dc (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 60 °C) (internal version)Ex ic tc [ic Dc] [pzc Dc] IIIC T60 °C Dc (-20 °C ≤ Ta ≤ 40 °C) (internal version)

General information

Supplementary information

Type Examination Certificate, Statement of Conformity, Declaration of Conformity, Attestation of Conformity and instructions have to be observed where applicable. For information see www.pepperl-fuchs.com.

Downloads & documentation

Official documents from Pepperl Fuchs, downloaded directly from the manufacturer.

Data sheets & manuals

Certificates (6)

5500 Control Unit: frequently asked questions

When can 5500 Control Unit be shipped?

5500 Control Unit is sourced on request — request a quote and we'll confirm the exact availability and shipping timeline for this specific unit.

Can I pick up 5500 Control Unit in person?

Local pickup from our Groningen, Netherlands warehouse may be possible — contact us before ordering to check availability and arrange a collection time.

Is express delivery available?

Yes — mention it when you request a quote for 5500 Control Unit and we'll include express shipping options in our reply.

My factory is down and I need this urgently — can you help?

For a critical breakdown, contact us directly at +31 (0)50-7110348 or sales@partnerplc.com — we can look into same-day courier or dedicated taxi/hotshot delivery for 5500 Control Unit, subject to availability and destination.