ISOMETER® iso685-…

Insulation monitoring device for unearthed AC, AC/DC

and DC systems (IT systems)

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ISOMETER® iso685-… Insulation monitoring device for unearthed AC, AC/DC
and DC systems (IT systems)

Product description
The ISOMETER® is an insulation monitoring devices in accordance with IEC 61557-8 for
IT systems. The devices are universally applicable in AC, 3(N)AC, AC/DC and DC systems.
AC systems may include extensive DC-supplied loads (such as rectifiers, inverters, variable-
speed drives).

Application
• AC, DC or AC/DC main circuits • Heaters with phase control
• A
 C/DC main circuits with directly con- • Systems including switch-mode power
nected DC components, such as rectifiers, supplies
converters, regulated drives • IT systems with high leakage capacitances
ISOMETER® iso685-D • UPS systems, battery systems

Device features
Function
• ISOMETER® for IT AC systems with galva-
nically connected rectifiers or inverters The insulation monitoring device continuously monitors the entire insulation resistance
and for IT DC systems (IT = unearthed of an IT system during operation and triggers an alarm when the value falls below a pre-
systems) set response value. To obtain a measurement the device has to be connected between
the IT system (unearthed system) and the protective earth conductor (PE). A measuring
• Automatic adaptation to the existing current in the μA range is superimposed onto the system which is recorded and evaluated
system leakage capacitance by a microprocessor-controlled measuring circuit. The measuring time is dependent on
• Combination of AMPPlus and other profile- the selected measurement profiles, the system leakage capacitance, the insulation resistance
specific measurement methods and possible system-related disturbances.
• Two separately adjustable response value The response values and other parameters are set using a commissioning wizard as well
ranges of 1 kΩ…10 MΩ as via different setup menus using the device buttons and a high-resolution graphical LC
• High-resolution graphical LC display display. The selected settings are stored in a permanent fail-safe memory. Different languages
• Connection monitoring (monitoring of can be selected for the setup menus as well as the messages indicated on the display.
the measuring lines) The device utilises a clock for storing fault messages and events in a history memory with
time and date stamp. The settings can be password protected to prevent unauthorised
• Automatic device self test changes.
• Graphical representation of the insulation To ensure proper functioning of connection monitoring, the device requires the setting of the
resistance over time (isoGraph) system type 3AC, AC or DC and the required use of the appropriate terminals L1/+, L2, L3/-.
• History memory with real-time clock To extend the nominal voltage range, different coupling devices are available as accessories
(buffer for three days) for storing 1023 which can be selected from a menu where the required adjustments can also be made.
alarm messages with date and time
The insulation monitoring device iso685–x is able to measure the insulation resistance reliably
• Current or voltage output 0(4)…20 mA, and precisely in all common IT systems (unearthed systems). Due to various applications,
0…400 μA, 0…10 V, 2…10 V (galvanically system types, operating conditions, application of variable-speed drives, high system leakage
separated), which is analogous to the capacitances etc., the measurement technique must be able to meet varying requirements
measured insulation value of the system in order to ensure an optimised response time and relative uncertainty. Therefore different
• Freely programmable digital inputs and measuring profiles can be selected with which the device can optimally adjusted.
outputs If the preset response value falls below the value of Alarm 1 and/or Alarm 2, the associated
• Remote setting via the Internet or alarm relays switch, the LEDs ALARM 1 or ALARM 2 light and the measured value is shown
Intranet (Webserver/Option: COMTRAXX® on the LC display (in case of insulation faults in DC systems, a trend graph for the faulty
gateway) conductor L+/L- is displayed). If the fault memory is activated, the fault message will be
• Worldwide remote diagnosis via the stored. Pressing the RESET button resets the insulation fault message, provided that the
Internet (made available by Bender current insulation resistance displayed at the time of resetting is at least 25 % above the
Service only) actual response value.
• RS-485/BS (Bender sensor bus) for data As additional Information, the quality of the measuring signal and the time required to
exchange with other Bender devices update the measured value are shown on the display. A poor signal quality (1-2 bars)
may be an indication that the wrong measurement profile has been selected.
• BCOM, Modbus TCP and web server
The ISOMETER® is able to synchronise itself with other ISOMETER®s. This makes it possible
to monitor capacitive coupled IT systems without interfering with each other.

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Interfaces Measurement method

• Communication protocol Modbus TCP The iso685 series uses the patented AMPPlus
• BCOM for Bender device communication via Ethernet measurement method. This measurement
method allows concise monitoring of modern power supply­systems,
• BS bus for communication of Bender devices (RS-485)
also in case of extensive, directly connected DC components and
• Integrated web server for reading out measured values and for high system leakage capacitances.
parameter setting.
Standards
Device variants
The ISOMETER® has been developed in compliance with the
iso685-D following standards:
This device variant features a high-resolution graphic LC display • DIN EN 61557-8 (VDE 0413-8):2015-12
and operating controls for direct operation of the device functions.
• IEC 61557-8:2014-12
It cannot be combined with an FP200.
• IEC 61557-8:2014/COR1:2016
iso685-S
• DIN EN 61557-8 Ber 1 (VDE 0413-8 Ber 1):2016-12
This device variant features neither a display nor operating
controls. It can only be used in combination with the FP200 and Certifications
it is operated via this front panel.
Option “W”
The ISOMETER®s with and without integrated display are available
with option “W” for extreme climatic and mechanical conditions
(ISOMETER® iso685W-D and iso685W-S).

Operating elements

1 - ON The LED “ON” lights when the device is turned on.

2 - SERVICE The LED “SERVICE” lights when there is either a
device fault or a connection fault, or when the
device is in maintenance mode.
3 - ALARM 1 The LED “ALARM 1” lights when the insulation
1 resistance of the IT system falls below the set
6 7 response value Ran1.
4 - ALARM 2 The LED “ALARM 2” lights when the insulation
5 8 9 resistance of the IT system falls below the set
response value Ran2.
2
5 - Display The device display shows information regarding
3 10 11 the device and the measurements.
4 6- Navigates up in a list or increases a value.
7 - MENU Opens the device menu
ESC Cancels the current process or
navigates one step back in the device menu.
8 - RESET Resets alarms.
Navigates backwards (e.g. to the previous setting
step) or selects a parameter.
9 - TEST Starts the device self test.
Navigates forwards (e.g. to the next setting step)
or selects a parameter.
10 - DATA Indicates data and values.
Navigates down in a list or reduces a value.
11 - INFO Shows information.
OK Confirms an action or a selection.

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Wiring diagram

L1 L1
L2
L2 1 L3 4
PE N
PE
US
L1/+ L3/- KE E

5 6
A1/+ A2/- L1/+ L2 L3/- KE E
L+

L- 2
PE
* *
L1/+ L3/- KE E

IT system 3
PE
Example

AGHxxx
Un > 690 V AC
Un > 1000 V DC
X1 X2 R 11 12 14 21 22 24

L1/+ L2 L3/-
11 10 9
7 8
1- Connection to an AC system Un 9 - Switchable resistor R for RS-485 bus termination
2- Connection to a DC system Un 10 - Ethernet interface
3- Connection to an IT system with coupling device 11 - Digital interface
4- Connection to a 3(N)AC system * - For systems > 690 V and with overvoltage category III a fuse
5- Connection to the IT system to be monitored (L1/+, L2, L3/-) for the connection to the system to be monitored must be
6- Separate connection of KE, E to PE provided.
7- (K1) Alarm relay 1, available changeover contacts Recommendation: 2A screw-in fuses.
8- (K2) Alarm relay 2, available changeover contacts

Provide line protection!

According to DIN VDE 0100-430, a line protection shall be provided for the supply voltage.

NOTE:
According to DIN VDE 0100-430, devices for protection against a short-circuit can be omitted for the coupling of terminals L1/+, L2, and L3/-
to the IT system ≤ 690 V to be monitored if the wiring is carried out in such a manner as to reduce the risk of a short-circuit to a minimum.
(Recommendation: Ensure short-circuit-proof and earth-fault-proof wiring).
The connecting lines L1/+, L2, L3/- to the system to be monitored must be carried out as spur lines. No load current may be conducted
through the terminals.

For UL applications:
Use 60/70°C copper lines only!
UL and CSA application require the supply voltage to be protected via 5 A fuses.

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Digital interface X1

RS-485 RS-485
Digital interface Terminal Colour X1 Bus Bus
I1 Input 1
I2 Input 2 I1 I2 I3 A B
I3 Input 3 Deactiv. RESET TEST
Device
A RS-485 A
I1 I2 I3 A B B RS-485 B
+ Q1 Q2 M+ + +24 V low high
active active
Q1 Output 1
Q2 Output 2 + Q1 Q2 M+
X1
+24 V
M+ Analogue output Currentmeter
A
Ground
Voltagemeter
V
active adjustable

passive adjustable

Dimension diagram iso685-… Dimension diagram Panel cut-out FP200

Dimensions in mm Dimensions in mm
5,3
max.
108
110

138+0,5
/-0

66+0,5/-0
93

135
8

,5
5,
72

65,5

144
,6
35

Connection to FP200

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Technical data
Insulation coordination according to IEC 60664-1/IEC 60664-3 Measuring circuit
Definitions: Measuring voltage Um profile dependent, ±10 V, ±50 V (see profile overview)
Measuring circuit (IC1) (L1/+, L2, L3/-) Measuring current Im ≤ 403 μA
Supply circuit (IC2) A1, A2 Internal resistance Ri, Zi  ≥ 124 kΩ
Output circuit 1 (IC3) 11, 12, 14 Permissible extraneous DC voltage Ufg  ≤ 1200 V
Output circuit 2 (IC4) 21, 22, 24 Permissible system leakage capacitance Ce profile dependent, 0…1000 μF
Control circuit (IC5)  (E, KE), (X1, ETH, X3, X4)
Measuring ranges
Rated voltage 1000 V
Overvoltage category  III Measuring range fn 0,1…460 Hz
Rated impulse voltage: Tolerance measurement of fn ±1 % ±0.1 Hz
IC1/(IC2-5)  8 kV Voltage range measurement of fn AC 25…690 V
IC2/(IC3-5)  4 kV Measuring range Un AC 25…690 V
IC3/(IC4-5)  4 kV  DC 25…1000 V
IC4/IC5  4 kV Voltage range measurement of Un AC/DC > 10 V
Rated insulation voltage: Tolerance measurement of Un ±5 % ±5 V
IC1/(IC2-5)  1000 V Measuring range Ce 0…1000 μF
IC2/(IC3-5)  250 V Tolerance measurement of Ce ±10 % ±10 μF
IC3/(IC4-5)  250 V Frequency range measurement of Ce DC, 30…460 Hz
IC4/IC5  250 V Min. insulation resistance measurement of Ce
Pollution degree for accessible parts on the outside of the device housing (Un < 690 V) 3  depending on the profile and coupling mode, typ. > 10 kΩ
Pollution degree for accessible parts on the outside of the device housing (Un >690 < 1000 V) 2
Display
Protective separation (reinforced insulation) between:
IC1/(IC2-5)  Overvoltage category III, 1000 V Indication graphic display 127 x 127 pixels, 40 x 40 mm 2)
IC2/(IC3-5)  Overvoltage category III, 300 V Display range measured value 0.1 kΩ…20 MΩ
IC3/(IC4-5)  Overvoltage categoryIII, 300 V Operating uncertainty (according to IEC 61557-8) ±15 %, at least ±1 kΩ
IC4/IC5  Overvoltage category III, 300 V LEDs
Voltage test (routine test) according to IEC 61010-1:
IC2/(IC3-5)  AC 2,2 kV ON (operation LED)  green
IC3/(IC4-5)  AC 2,2 kV SERVICE yellow
IC4/IC5  AC 2,2 kV ALARM 1 yellow
ALARM 2 yellow
Supply voltage
In-/Outputs (X1-Interface)
Supply via A1/+, A2/-: Cable length X1 (unshielded cable) ≤ 10 m
Supply voltage range Us AC/DC 24…240 V Cable length X1 (shielded cable, shield connected to earth (PE) on one end, recommended:
Tolerance of Us-30…+15% J-Y(St)Y min. 2x0,8)  ≤ 100 m
Maximum permissible input current of Us  650 mA Total max. supply output current for each output (device supplied by X1.+/X1.GND) max. 1 A
Frequency range of Us  DC, 50…400 Hz 1) Total max. supply output current on X1 (device supplied by A1+/A2-) max. 200 mA
Tolerance of the frequency range of Us -5…+15 % Total max. supply output current on X1 (device supplied by A1+/A2- between 16,8 V and 40 V)
Power consumption, typically DC  ≤ 12 W  ILmaxX1 = 10 mA + 7 mA/V * Us 3)
Power consumption, typically 50/60 Hz  ≤ 12 W/21 VA  (negative values are not allowed for ILmaxX1)
Power consumption, typically 400 Hz  ≤ 12 W/45 VA
Supply via X1: Digital Inputs (I1, I2, I3)
Supply voltage Us DC 24 V Number 3
Tolerance of Us  DC -20…+25 % Operating mode, adjustable active high, active low
Functions  off, test, reset, deactivate device, start initial measurement
IT system being monitored Voltage Low DC -3…5 V, High DC 11…32 V
Nominal system voltage range Un AC 0…690 V Tolerance Voltage ±10 %
 DC 0…1000 V
 AC/DC 0…600 V (for UL applications) Digital Outputs (Q1, Q2)
Tolerance of Un AC/DC +15 % Number 2
Frequency range of Un DC, 0.1…460 Hz Operating mode, adjustable active, passive
Max. AC voltage U~ in the frequency range fn = 0.1…4 Hz  U~ max = 50 V/Hz² *(1+ fn²) Functions  off, Ins. alarm 1, Ins. alarm 2, connection fault, DC- alarm 4),
 DC+ alarm 4), symmetrical alarm, device fault, common alarm,
Response values  measurement complete, device inactive, DC offset alarm
Response value Ran1 (alarm 1)  1 kΩ…10 MΩ Voltage passive DC 0…32 V, active DC 0/19.2…32 V
Response value Ran2 (alarm 2)  1 kΩ…10 MΩ
Relative uncertainty (acc. to IEC 61557-8)  profile dependent, ±15 %, at least ±1 kΩ Analogue Output (M+)
Hysteresis  25 %, at least 1 kΩ Number 1
Operating mode linear, midscale point 28 kΩ/120 kΩ
Time response Functions  insulation value, DC offset
Response time tan at RF = 0.5 x Ran (Ran = 10 kΩ) and Ce = 1 μF according to IEC 61557-8 Current  0…20 mA (< 600 Ω), 4…20 mA (< 600 Ω), 0…400 μA (< 4 kΩ)
 profile dependent, typ. 4 s (see diagrams in manual) Voltage 0…10 V (> 1 kΩ), 2…10 V (> 1 kΩ)
Response time DC alarm at Ce = 1 μF profile dependent, typ. 2 s (see diagram in manual) Tolerance related to the current/voltage final value  ±20 %
Start-up delay Tstart-up 0…120 s

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Technical data (continued)

Interfaces Push-wire terminals:
Field bus: Nominal current ≤ 10 A
Interface/protocol web server/Modbus TCP/BCOM Conductor sizes AWG 24-12
Data rate 10/100 Mbit/s, autodetect Stripping length 10 mm
Max. amount Modbus requests  < 100/s rigid/flexible  0.2…2.5 mm²
Cable length  ≤ 100 m flexible with ferrules, with/without plastic sleeve 0.25…2.5 mm²
Connection RJ45 Multiple conductor, flexible with TWIN ferrule with plastic sleeve 0.5…1.5 mm²
IP address  DHCP/manual 192.168.0.5 Push-wire terminals X1:
Network mask 255.255.255.0 Nominal current ≤8A
BCOM address system-1-0 Conductor sizes AWG 24-16
Function  communication interface Stripping length 10 mm
Sensor bus: rigid/flexible  0.2…1.5 mm²
Interface/protocolRS-485/BS flexible with ferrule without plastic sleeve 0.25…1.5 mm²
Data rate 9.6 kBaud/s flexible with TWIN ferrule with plastic sleeve  0.25…0.75 mm²
Cable length  ≤ 1200 m
Other
Cable: twisted pair, one end of shield connected to PE recommended: J-Y(St)Y min. 2x0.8
Connection terminals X1.A, X1.B Operating mode continuous operation
Terminating resistor at the beginning and at the end of the transmission path Mounting (0°) display oriented, cooling slots must be ventilated vertically 6)
120 Ω, can be connected internally Degree of protection internal components  IP40
Device address, BS bus  1…90 Degree of protection terminals  IP20
DIN rail mounting acc. to IEC 60715
Switching elements Screw fixing 3 x M4 with mounting clip
Number of switching elements 2 changeover contacts Enclosure material  polycarbonate
Operating mode N/C operation/N/O operation Flammability class  V-0
Contact 11-12-14  off, Ins. alarm 1, Ins. alarm 2, connection fault, DC- alarm 4), ANSI code  64
 DC+ alarm 4), symmetrical alarm, device fault, common alarm, Dimensions (W x H x D) 108 x 93 x 110 mm
 measurement complete, device inactive, DC offset alarm Weight  < 390 g
Contact 21-22-24  off, Ins. alarm 1, Ins. alarm 2, connection fault, DC- alarm 4),
Option "W" data different from the standard version
 DC+ alarm 4), symmetrical alarm, device fault, common alarm,
 measurement complete, device inactive, DC offset alarm Rated operational current of switching elements  max. 3 A (for UL applications)
Electrical endurance under rated operating conditions, number of cycles 10.000 Ambient temperatures:
Contact data acc. to IEC 60947-5-1: Operating temperature -40…+70 °C
Utilisation category AC-13/AC-14/DC-12/DC-12/DC-12  -40…+65 °C (for UL applications)
Rated operational voltage  230 V/230 V/24 V/110 V/220 V Transport -40…+85 °C
Rated operational current  5 A/3 A/1 A/0.2 A/0.1 A Long-term storage -40…+70 °C
Rated insulation voltage ≤ 2000 m NN  250 V Classification of climatic conditions acc. to IEC 60721:
Rated insulation voltage ≤ 3000 m NN  160 V Stationary use (IEC 60721-3-3)  3K5 (condensation and formation of ice possible)
Minimum contact rating  1 mA at AC/DC ≥ 10 V
Classification of mechanical conditions acc. to IEC 60721:
Environment/EMC Stationary use (IEC 60721-3-3)  3M7
EMC IEC 61326-2-4 5) 1)
At a frequency > 200 Hz, the connection of X1 must be insulated. Only permanently installed devices
Ambient temperatures: which at least have overvoltage category CAT2 (300V) may be connected.
Operating temperature -25…+55 °C 2)
Indication limited outside the temperature range -25…+55 °C.
Transport -40…+85 °C 3)
Us [Volt] = supply voltage ISOMETER®
Long-term storage  -40…+70 °C 4)
For Un ≥ 50 V only.
Classification of climatic conditions acc. to IEC 60721: 5)
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference.
Stationary use (IEC 60721-3-3) 3K5 (except condensation and formation of ice) In this case, the user may be required to take corrective actions.
Transport (IEC 60721-3-2)  2K3 6)
Recommendation: Devices mounted at 0 ° (display-oriented, cooling slots must be ventilated vertically).
Long-term storage (IEC 60721-3-1)  1K4
For devices mounted at an angle of 45°, the max. working temperature is reduced by 10 °C.
Classification of mechanical conditions acc. to IEC 60721: For devices mounted at an angle of 90°, the max. working temperature is reduced by 20 °C.
Stationary use (IEC 60721-3-3) 3M4
Transport (IEC 60721-3-2) 2M2
Long-term storage (IEC 60721-3-1)  1M3
Area of application  ≤ 3000 m NN
Connection
Connection type pluggable screw-type terminal or push-wire terminal
Screw-type terminals:
Nominal current ≤ 10 A
Tightening torque 0.5…0.6 Nm (5…7 lb-in)
Conductor sizes AWG 24-12
Stripping length 7 mm
rigid/flexible  0.2…2.5 mm²
flexible with ferrules, with/without plastic sleeve 0.25…2.5 mm²
Multiple conductor, rigid 0.2…1 mm²
Multiple conductor, flexible  0.2…1.5 mm²
Multiple conductor, flexible with ferrule without plastic sleeve  0.25…1 mm²
Multiple conductor, flexible with TWIN ferrule with plastic sleeve 0.5…1.5 mm²

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Ordering information

Nominal system voltage range Un Supply voltage US

Display Option “W” Type Art. no.
AC DC AC DC

– iso685-D B91067010
integrated
-40…+70 °C,
iso685W-D B91067010W
0…690 V; 24…240 V; 3K5, 3M7
0…1000 V 24…240 V
0.1…460 Hz 50…400 Hz
– iso685-S + FP200 B91067210
detached
-40…+70 °C,
iso685W-S + FP200W B91067210W
3K5, 3M7

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Accessories Suitable system components

Description Art. no. Description Type Art. no.

A set of screw terminals1) B91067901 iso685-S B91067110
Device version without display
A set of push-wire terminals B91067902 iso685W-S B91067110W
Enclosure accessories (terminal cover, 2 mounting clips) 1) B91067903 FP200 B91067904
Display for front panel mounting
Transparent cover 144x72 (IP65) for FP200 2) B98060005 FP200W B91067904W
1)
included in the scope of delivery AGH150W-4 B98018006
If the “transparent front cover 144x72 (IP65)” is used, the cutout in the control cabinet
2) AGH204S-4 B914013
Coupling devices
must be increased in height from 66 mm to 68 mm (+ 0.7 / -0 mm). AGH520S B913033
AGH676S-4 B913055
Suitable measuring instruments on request!

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