nexxiot Globehopper 3 Tank Container

 

Revision History

Version	Author	Publishing date	Reason of the change
1.1	Florencia Roshardt	2022-05-03	Certificates updated
1.0	Kuno Bartschi	2021-11-18	nitial Release

Technical Data

• Product Globehopper Crossmodal 3 Ex
• ID AX.3A
• Physical Size 360 mm x 111 mm x 53 mm
• Weight 2.55 kg
• Mounting hole spacing 330 mm
• Environmental
• Operating temperature (EN 50155, Class TX) 35°C  +50°C; Electronics operational up to +85°C
• ATEX ambient temperature (EN 60079-0) -40°C  +60°C
• Altitude 2000 m / 6562 feet
• Ingress Protection IP66/IP67, IPx9k
• Energy Battery type NiMH
• Nominal battery voltage 2.4 V
• Battery capacity 38.4 Wh
• Energy harvesting source Solar panel
• Primary Battery None
• Shock detection ± 16 g
• GNSS Supported networks GPS/QZSS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
  No. of channels 72
• Cellular Frequency bands 4G (NB-IoT, Cat-M1) Bands; 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 20, 26, 28 2G (GSM) 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
• IEEE 802.15.4 Frequency range 2405 MHz  2480 MHz
• Bluetooth Low Energy 5.1 ISM Band (2.402 GHz  2.480 GHz)
• NFC ISO 15693, 13.56 MHz Passive, connected to microcontroller
• ITSS Interface 2 ready
• Lifetime Maintenance free 6 to 10 years depending on environmental conditions and use of device

 Certifications

Environment:

• RoHS
• WEEE
• IEC 61373 Category 1, Class A (Vibrations and shocks for rail) IEC 60529 (IP66/IP67)
• ISO 20653 (IPx9k)
• EN 50155
• EN 50125-1
• Product Safety:
• IEC 62368-1
• EN 45545-2
• IEC 62133-1
• NOM: NOM-001-SCFI-2018

Radio Equipment and EMC:

• Directive 2014/53/EU
• EN 301 489
• EN 50121-3-2
• EN 301 908-1
• EN 301 511
• EN 300 328
• EN 300 330
• EN 303 413
• EN 62311

ATEX and IECEx:

• ATEX Certificate Number EPT 20 ATEX 4088 IECEx Certificate Number EUT 20.0026 Directive 2014/34/EU
• EN 60079-0 and IEC 60079-0
• EN 60079-11 and IEC 60079-11
• II 2 GD
• Ex ib IIC T4 Gb
• Ex ib IIIC T135°C Db

Normal Location:

• UL 62328-1
• CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1

HazLoc:

• MET Laboratories, Inc. Listing Number: E114777 ANSI/UL 60079-0
• ANSI/UL 60079-11
• Class I, Zone 1, AEx ib IIC T4 Gb
• Class II, Zone 21, AEx ib IIIC T135°C Db
• Class I, II, III, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, F, G, T4
• CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60079-0
• CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60079-11
• Ex ib IIC T4 Gb
• Ex ib IIIC T135°C Db

FCC STATEMENT

FCC ID: 2AXRX-AX3A IC: 26682-AX3A
IFT: RTIMOM717-0893

Product Information

Safety Notice

1. Do not drop the device.
2. Do not open the device.
3. Do not expose device to conditions other than those in chapter  Technical Data .
4. WARNING: Device contains a NiMH. Danger of fire if punctured, crushed or otherwise forcefully damaged, exposed to heat above the values given in the chapter  Technical Data .

 Device Identification 

Explanation of the label elements:

1. Nexxiot Logo and address
2. Device identification Crossmodal Version 3.0, certified for use in hazardous locations
3. Certificate number issued by the notified body involved in the verification of the annex III of the directive 2014/34/EU
4. English warning and French warning to not open the device
5. Device Identifiers for North American certification
   • Logo of Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
   • Norma Oficial Mexicana (NOM) and Normalización y Certificación (NYCE) logo with product ratings
   • FCC identifier (ID)
   • IFT ID for products approved under the Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones (IFT) Scheme
   • IC indicates that this is an Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) certification number
   • Bluetooth brand logo
6. CE marking together with the registered number of the Notified Body involved in the verification of the product
   • MET Laboratories, Inc. logo for Canada (C) and United States (US)
7.  Specific symbol of ATEX directive 2014/34/EU, given in the annex II of the directive
8. Group and Category of the equipment
9.  II: group of equipment. Group II refers to equipment not used in mining.
   • 2 GD: In presence of potentially explosive atmospheres of gas (G) and/or dust (D) the category 2 is suitable to be installed in zone 1 and/or zone 21; the process connection of the equipment is suitable to be installed in zone 1
10. ATEX Classification of the device within specific areas
    • Ex ib: this type of protection is applicable to electrical equipment in which the electrical circuits themselves are incapable of causing an explosion in the surrounding explosive atmospheres
    • IIC: Group of gas for which the equipment is suitable
    • IIIC: Group of dust for which the equipment is suitable
    • T4: temperature class for gas
    • T135°C temperature class for dust
    • Gb: equipment protection level, equipment for explosive gas atmospheres, having a “high” level of protection
    • Db: equipment protection level, equipment for explosive dust atmospheres, having a “high” level of protection
11. Temperature range -40°C ≤ Ta ≤ + 60°C: Ambient temperature for safe operation of the device according to ATEX
12. HazLoc classification of the device within specific areas
    • AEx ib: this type of protection is applicable to electrical equipment in which the electrical circuits themselves are incapable of causing an explosion in the surrounding explosive atmospheres
    • IIC: group of gas for which the equipment is suitable within Class I, Zone 1
    • IIIC: group of dust for which the equipment is suitable within Class II, Zone 21
    • T4: temperature class for gas
    • T135°C temperature class for dust
    • Gb: equipment protection level, equipment for explosive gas atmospheres, having a “high” level of protection
    • Db: equipment protection level, equipment for explosive dust atmospheres, having a “high” level of protection
    • Hazloc class and division classification
      1. Class I, Division 2: Incendive concentrations of inflammable gases, vapors or liquids do not usually occur under normal operating conditions.
      2. Class II, Division 2: Incendive concentrations of combustible dust do not usually occur under normal operating conditions
      3. Class III, Division 2: Areas in which readily flammable fibers are stored or transported.
    • Group A: Acetylene
    • Group B: Hydrogen
    • Group C: Ethylene
    • Group D: Propane
    • Group F: Coal
    • Group G: Grain
    • Temperature code T4: 135°C, 275°F
    • Electrical and Hazardous Location Safety together with MET Laboratories, Inc. certification number
13. Serial number of the device as human-readable text and coded into data matrix, consisting of the manufacturing year and the serial number of the device

Functional Description
The Globehopper Crossmodal 3 Ex / AX.3A is a smart device for industrial asset monitoring and tracking. It is power independent with a rechargeable battery and a solar panel and it remains active for the lifetime of the asset it is attached to (6-10 years depending on conditions). It is intended to monitor railway wagons, containers, trucks, trailers, crates or other similar objects. Do not use this device for any other purposes. Nexxiot AG is not liable for any damage to property or personal injury that result from unintended use.

 Installation Instructions
It is not permitted to perform an installation of the Globehopper Crossmodal device inside a hazardous area. If the installation of the Nexxiot device is performed outside of a Hazardous area, then there are no special safety considerations or precautions required.

• Before the device is mounted at the desired location, make sure the following conditions are met:
• Make sure, drilling holes in the chosen mounting location do not weaken the mechanical structure of the asset. In case of uncertainties, get in touch with the manufacturer of the asset to define appropriate  mounting locations
• Make sure, drilling holes in the chosen mounting location does not puncture the asset s cargo holding  area in an unwanted area. Special care must be taken for any kind of tank wagons and bulk goods wagons
• Make sure, drilling does not puncture any electrical, hydraulic or air tubes or lines or functionally vital installations on the asset. Such installations can be installed intentionally on the rear side of structural beams to protect them against damage

Wear the necessary personal safety gear during the whole installation to avoid any injuries.

 Maintenance Instructions
While the operation of this device is maintenance-free, it is the responsibility of the customer to ensure maintenance operations according to IEC 60079-17. It is not possible to replace the battery.

Cleaning
For best performance, please clean the solar panel on every service interval of your asset. The cleaning of Globehopper Crossmodal device can be performed both inside and outside of a hazardous area. To avoid scratching the solar panel and degrading its performance, it is recommended to wash the device with a sponge or cloth, using water and soap, suitable for Polycarbonate surfaces.

Device replacement Instructions
Remove the old device from your asset by counterboring the rivets and using the App to initiate the unpairing process. Then, install the new device to your asset and use the Smartphone App to connect the new device to your asset.

Decommissioning an Old Device
Devices taken out of service must be sent back to Nexxiot AG. Please consult our website for the shipping address. Nexxiot AG will take care of proper recycling.

Installation and Mounting Guide

Recommended Installation Equipment (The equipment is not provided together with the Globehopper Crossmodal when delivered):

• Drill with 6.5 mm drill bit
• Riveting machine (Rivdom Two2)
• 2 pcs. 6.4 mm (1/4 inch) rivets Monobolt 02711-00824; 316 grade/A4

Installation of the device must only be done by appropriately qualified personnel and must be carried out according to IEC 60079-14.

Device Outline and Mounting
The following sketches depicts the device outline dimension when choosing an appropriate mounting location.
For detailed dimensions of the device, please refer to chapter 6 Device Overview Drawing on page 19.

Explanation of the table elements:

1. Device Label
2. Mounting Hole
3. Solar Panel

The device must be mounted onto a flat surface. The back of the device must be fully covered by the structure, to make sure the back of the device is protected against jet water washing. See top view of the installed device as shown below.

Explanation of the table elements:

1. Device Label
2. Mounting Hole
3. Solar Panel
4. Railway wagon Chassis

Installation steps: 

1. Take the equipment and the Globehopper Crossmodal to the place of installation.
2. To avoid mistakes, the Globehopper Crossmodal needs to be fixed to the asset in a sequential order, which means it might be necessary for the assembly operator to get to the other side of the asset.
3. Determine the installation position for the Globehopper Crossmodal based on the mounting guidelines (see below)
4. Hold the Globehopper Crossmodal to the asset and drill two holes (6.5 mm diameter). Use the mounting holes of the Globehopper Crossmodal as stencil to mark the drill positions. Do NOT use the Globehopper Crossmodal as a drill stencil as this damages the enclosure.
5. Fix the Globehopper Crossmodal onto the asset with two 6.4 mm blind rivets using a riveting machine. The Globehopper Crossmodal always needs to be mounted so that the solar panel is on the left-hand side of the device when viewed from the front.
6. Carry out the pairing of the Globehopper Crossmodal, using the mobile app as described in the Mobile App User Manual.

Safety Notice
The total thickness of the Globehopper Crossmodal mounting holes and the material thickness of the mounting location must not exceed the maximum allowed material thickness for a reliable riveting according to the datasheet of the manufacturer of the rivet. In situations where this cannot be met, please get in contact with Nexxiot AG for mounting accessories.

Mounting Guidelines
See the following reference images for recommendations for mounting the Globehopper Crossmodal in different configurations. Please check with the manufacturer of the specific asset type onto which the Globehopper Crossmodal 2.0 is to be mounted to get approval for the chosen mounting location.

Mounting positions overview 

Mounting positions details: 

1. If there is a walkway on top of the Tank Container mounting is done using mounting plate variant B (Globehopper Crossmodal riveted to the mounting plate. Mounting plate is either riveted, screwed or welded to the walkway)  Globehopper Crossmodal directly mounted to the vertical beam by either using rivets or screws. Attention: make sure drilling is allowed in the vertical beam.
2. If drilling is not possible on the vertical beam the mounting plate variant A can be welded to the vertical beam and the Globehopper Crossmodal is riveted to the mounting plate. Attention: Mounting plate needs to be welded before the Globehopper Crossmodal is mounted.
3. Globehopper Crossmodal directly mounted to the lower horizontal beam by either using rivets or screws. Attention: make sure drilling is allowed in the lower horizontal beam.
   • If drilling is not possible on the lower horizontal beam the mounting plate variant A can be welded to the lower horizontal beam and the Globehopper Crossmodal is riveted to the mounting plate. Attention: Mounting plate needs to be welded before the Globehopper Crossmodal is mounted.

General Recommendations about Globehopper Crossmodal Performance
The installation location of the Globehopper Crossmodal is very important for achieving the best performance. The GNSS signal is very sensitive with regards to steel obstructions; therefore, the mounting position should be chosen so that the Globehopper Crossmodal is not affected by such obstructions. GNSS satellites are circling the earth in an orbit of about 20’000 km and their signal needs to be able to reach the Globehopper Crossmodal. Every obstacle will make it harder for the  signal to reach the device. Therefore, these rules should be applied to find the optimal mounting location:

• Try to avoid overhanging steel structures above or below the Globehopper Crossmodal whenever possible. The top plate of the Globehopper Crossmodal should have an unobstructed view of the sky • Try to avoid overhanging structures in general
• Choose a place with as much sunlight as possible and avoid locations where spillage is possible

Examples of unfavorable installation locations:

• Shady, almost impossible to receive direct sunlight
• Surrounded by steel, metal or other obstructions, e.g. inside I-Beams
  Attention: for any chosen installation location, make sure the solar panel is facing outwards, not against the tank itself and the antennas (depicted below) have a clear unobstructed view, facing outwards.

Available mounting plate variant A: 

Available mounting plate variant B: 

 Appendix Certifications and Declarations

• TEL: +41 44 275 51 51
• EMAIL: info@nexxiot.com
• WEB: www.nexxiot.com

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FAQ

• What should I do if the device is damaged?
  If the device is damaged, do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact the manufacturer or authorized service center for assistance.
• How long does the battery last?
  The battery life is estimated to be between 6 to 10 years depending on environmental conditions and device usage.

Documents / Resources

nexxiot Globehopper 3 Tank Container [pdf] User Manual Globehopper 3 Tank Container, Globehopper 3, Tank Container, Container

References

• User Manual