Typical Application Configurations

Marshalling Configurations

Weidmuller has created a complete system of field wiring termination and control system marshalling for Distributed Control Systems (DCS) or Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). This system is comprised of modular components or assemblies that allow for fast, error-free connection of field devices and controllers.

Marshalling Cables

Available in lengths from 1.5 to 100 meters with a variety of end treatments, including:
• Ferruled flying leads
• Tinned flying leads
• Blunt flying leads
• Pluggable 5.08mm connectors (BLZP)
• Ring Lug leads
• Pluggable Clamshell connectors

All cables are marked at each point and contain drain connections on each cable end.

Using the modular components of cables, field termination assemblies and terminal block kits, almost any combination of discrete or analog signals can be marshalled or wired, regardless of the DCS or PLC used.

DCS Marshalling through a Field Termination Assembly (FTA)

32 Clamshell with Ferruled Flying Leads

This marshalling solution has a 32-conductor cable with ferruled flying leads on one end for easy connection to the front panel of the controller. The field end has a 32 position Clamshell 5.08mm BLZP connector that can easily plug into a Weidmuller 32 pole interface board.
• Ferruled conductors
• Wiring flexibility
• Reduced termination time
• Color coded conductors

32 to 32 Clamshell

The 32 to 32 Clamshell cable is a great way to quickly connect between an interface module and the Control system.
• Quick termination
• Reduced install time
• Keyed connectors to reduce potential wiring errors

DCS Marshalling through a Terminal Block Assembly

32 & 4 Clamshells to Two 16 & 4 Clamshells

This cable is a 36 conductor cablewith a 32 position Clamshell 5.08mm BLZP connector for easy connection on the DCS side along with a 4 pole break out for separated potential connections.On the field side we have two-16 pole Clamshell 5.08mm connectors and a separate 4-pole connector. These connectors provide connection to the Weidmuller WMF terminal block grouping.
• Reduced wiring time
• Four added positions for power distribution options
• Color coded conductors

32 Clamshell with Two 16 BLZP

Marshalling is made easy with a 32 position Clamshell 5.08mm BLZP connector for connection on the DCS, along with two-16 pole BLZP 5.08 connectors on the field end for a strong connection to the Weidmuller WMF terminal block grouping.
• Reduced termination time
• Color coded conductors