T8480 Trusted TMR 24VDC Digital Output Module

Specifications

• High Reliability: The T8480 is designed with high reliability, with a failure rate lower than 10 FIT. This makes it very suitable for safety-critical applications that cannot accept downtime.

• Full Triple Fault-Tolerant System: Provides maximum security and availability, making it suitable for various industrial applications requiring analog output. • Output Channels: 40 output channels per Field Termination Assembly (FTA).

• Standard DIN Rail Compatibility: Compatible with standard DIN rails.

• Screw Clamp Terminals: Features screw clamp terminals on both field and power. • Operation Voltage: Operates at 24 Vdc.

• SmartSlot Connection: Includes a SmartSlot connection for ‘one to many’ hot replacement of output modules.

• Isolated Groups: Five isolated groups of eight channels.

• LED Indication: On-board LED indication of field power supply.

• Field Terminal Wire Size Allowance: Allows for field terminal wire sizes from 12 AWG to 28 AWG.

Overview

The ICS Triplex T8480 is a Trusted TMR (Triple Modular Redundant) Analog Output Module designed for critical safety applications. It ensures high availability and reliability in industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, and power generation. The module’s TMR architecture provides redundancy with three independent channels, which ensures fault detection and maintains system integrity. The T8480 offers analog output signals (typically 4-20 mA) for controlling devices like valves and actuators. It also includes comprehensive diagnostics for proactive maintenance and operational efficiency.

Technical Specifications ◦

Model Number: T8480

◦ Manufacturer: ICS Triplex

◦ Type: Trusted TMR Analog Output Module

◦ Number of Channels: 40 TMR output channels

◦ Output Range: 0 to 20 mA or 4 to 20 mA

◦ Accuracy: ±0.1% of span

◦ Update Rate: 20 ms per channel

◦ Power Supply: 24 VDC

◦ Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +75°C

◦ Communication Interface: Ethernet, Modbus TCP/IP

◦ Safety Integrity Level (SIL): SIL 3 certified

◦ Supply Voltage: ◦ Backplane (IMB): 20V DC to 32V DC

◦ Field Supply Voltage: 18V DC to 32V DC

◦ Field Voltage Range: 18V DC to 32V DC

◦ Maximum Withstanding: -1V DC to +36V DC

◦ Protection: Automatic over-current protection

◦ Dimensions: 16 cm x 16 cm x 12 cm ◦ Weight: 0.8 kg