Product Details
The Emerson 396563-08-0, also cataloged as the 396563 Analog Input/Output Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for analog field signal acquisition and control output execution within ControlWave Micro systems. It interfaces 6 single-ended analog inputs and 2 analog outputs directly with the backplane processing architecture.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 396563-08-0 |
| Brand | Emerson |
| Base Model | 396563 |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | Approx. 0.25 kg |
| Dimensions | Standard ControlWave Micro Slot Footprint |
| Operating Temp | -40 to 70 deg C |
| Power Consumption | System Backplane Powered |
| Analog Inputs | 6 single-ended channels, jumper configurable (4-20 mA / 1-5 VDC) |
| Analog Outputs | 2 channels, jumper configurable (4-20 mA / 1-5 VDC) |
| Output Field Voltage | 11 to 30 VDC (Externally Sourced) |
| Surge Protection | 30 VDC transorbs between signal lines and ground |
| Termination Options | Local or remote termination headers |
4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol and Channel Isolation
The 396563-08-0 module provides low-noise analog signal conversion for process loops, accommodating 4-20 mA current and 1-5 VDC voltage configurations via hardware jumpers. Dedicated 30 VDC transient voltage suppression (TVS) transorbs on each channel divert overvoltage spikes to ground, maintaining internal channel-to-channel isolation. This suppresses backplane crosstalk and protects analog processing circuits during electrical surges across 4-20 mA HART loop protocol field wiring paths.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How are input and output signal ranges configured on the 396563-08-0 module?
A: Each of the 6 analog inputs and 2 analog outputs features individual hardware jumpers, allowing field selection between 4-20 mA current loops and 1-5 VDC voltage signals.
Q: What power source is required to drive the analog outputs on the 396563-08-0?
A: The 2 analog output channels require an external DC power supply operating within an 11 to 30 VDC voltage range.
Q: What type of transient protection is integrated into the signal channels?
A: Onboard 30 VDC transorb surge suppressors are wired between each signal terminal and earth ground to clamp transient voltage spikes.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Power down the ControlWave Micro rack assembly prior to inserting or removing the 396563-08-0 module from its backplane slot.
- Set the onboard configuration jumpers for each input and output channel to either 4-20 mA or 1-5 VDC before installing the module.
- Wire external signal lines to either local or remote termination blocks, ensuring external 11-30 VDC field power is applied to the output loops.
- Route low-level analog input wiring in shielded, twisted-pair cables, keeping them segregated from high-voltage AC cables and motor drives.
- Connect cable shield drain wires directly to the chassis ground bus bar to optimize transient surge clamping performance.
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