Murrelektronik Review Questions For Passive Distribution Systems

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These review questions are designed to help you better understand passive distribution systems from Murrelektronik. Murr is a world-class leader in universally installable, modular distribution devices - in both plastic and metal - for replacing complex, fault-prone field wiring and terminal boxes. For some guidance for this quiz use the following links: Click here for more information on Murr's Passive Distribution Systems. Click here for a 2-minute video overview on Murrelektronik Connectivity.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 
    Passive connectivity use serial communication in the distribution block to control signals.
    • A. 

      True

    • B. 

      False

  • 2. 
    What is the part number for a Murr 8-way(port), 5-pole Exact12 distribution box for 24VDC NPN signals with a 10m moulded cable that is UL & CSA certified?  (Hint: click here for a cross section of applicable Exact12 modules that can be viewed in Murr's ONLINE-SHOP/Catalog)
    • A. 

      8000-88510-3981000

    • B. 

      8000-88510-4521000

    • C. 

      8000-88511-3980500

    • D. 

      8000-88511-4521000

  • 3. 
    Which of the following are “wiring concepts” for machine automation?
    • A. 

      Discrete

    • B. 

      Passive Connectivity

    • C. 

      Distributed I/O

    • D. 

      De-centralized Serial

    • E. 

      All of the above

  • 4. 
    Using a 5 pole passive distributor block - such as the one in question number 2 - which pins are normally for the signals S1 & S2?
    • A. 

      1 & 4

    • B. 

      2 & 3

    • C. 

      1 & 5

    • D. 

      3 & 4

    • E. 

      2 & 4

  • 5. 
    Discrete wiring still offers what one advantage over serial bus communications?
    • A. 

      Number of signals

    • B. 

      Distance of wiring

    • C. 

      Signal transfer speed

    • D. 

      Ease of installation

  • 6. 
    What are the main families for Murr passive distributors?
    • A. 

      Exact8, Exact12, MVP12-Metal

    • B. 

      Cube67, CUBE20, Impact67

    • C. 

      MVC, Exact12, Exact23

    • D. 

      All of the above

  • 7. 
    Murr's Insulation Displacement Connections (IDC) carry which IP rating when properly installed?
    • A. 

      IP20

    • B. 

      IP65

    • C. 

      IP67

    • D. 

      IP69K

  • 8. 
    How many standard cable types does Murrelektronik offer? (select all that apply)
    • A. 

      PVC

    • B. 

      PUR/PVC

    • C. 

      PUR

    • D. 

      PUR Robotic

  • 9. 
    How many ways can Murrelektronik M12 and M8 connectors be verified for proper installation?
    • A. 

      Audible

    • B. 

      Visual

    • C. 

      Mechanical

    • D. 

      All of the above

  • 10. 
    Which of the following are advantages of distribution block wiring? (select all that apply)
    • A. 

      Less cables to return to a control panel

    • B. 

      Reduced installation time

    • C. 

      Easier to trouble shoot faults and make repairs

    • D. 

      Eliminates junction boxes

  • 11. 
    Murr’s 8-way(port), 4-pole distribution boxes can serve a maximum of how many signals?  Got to page 3.14.1 of your hard-cover Murr master catalog and notice the 'Number of ports" and the "Signals per port" of each series of passive distribution blocks.  Then also check Exact8 distribution blocks specifications.
    • A. 

      4

    • B. 

      6

    • C. 

      8

    • D. 

      16

  • 12. 
    What is the most cost effective EXACT12 distribution box for customers needing modular connectivity of the distribution block? 
    • A. 

      M23 connectors and M23 home run cable

    • B. 

      M12 multipole and M12 multipole cables

    • C. 

      Plug Terminals and Prewired Cap & Cable

    • D. 

      Overmolded Distribution box with integrated cable

  • 13. 
    When looking for passive wiring applications, what are indicators on the machine or equipment that provide an opportunity to quote Murr's passive distribution blocks?
    • A. 

      Junction box(es) on the equipment frame

    • B. 

      Large numbers of sensors in a single location

    • C. 

      Large cable trays

    • D. 

      All of the above

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