ICS Triplex T8310 Trusted Expander Processor Module

Description

The ICS Triplex T8310 is a specialized expander processor designed to extend the I/O capabilities of the Trusted Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) system. It manages the communication between the main controller chassis and expansion chassis, ensuring that fault-tolerant data integrity is maintained across the entire distributed safety network.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Rockwell Automation (ICS Triplex).

• Country of Origin: United Kingdom.

• Model Number: T8310.

• Interface Type: Triple redundant Inter-Module Bus expansion.

• Input Voltage: 20 to 32 VDC.

• Power Consumption: 25 Watts nominal.

• Physical Weight: Approximately 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs).

• Dimensions: 10.5" x 1.2" x 7.8" (266 mm x 31 mm x 198 mm).

• Channel Support: Up to 8 expansion chassis per system.

• Safety Rating: TÜV approved for SIL3 safety instrumented systems.

Features

• Triplicated Data Link: Utilizes three independent fiber optic or copper links to maintain TMR integrity between distributed chassis.

• Fault-Tolerant Communication: Automatically isolates bus faults to prevent a single expansion failure from affecting the main processor set.

• Hot-Swap Support: Enables the replacement of the expander module while the rest of the safety system remains fully operational.

• Synchronized Bus Timing: Ensures precise data alignment and voting across all expansion I/O points to meet deterministic scan requirements.

• Integrated Health Monitoring: Provides continuous background testing of the expansion bus and internal hardware with real-time fault reporting.

• Local Diagnostic LEDs: Features front-panel status indicators for "Active," "Standby," and "Fault" for immediate visual system assessment.