Product Details
Description
The ICS Triplex T8480 is a high-integrity output module designed for the Trusted Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) safety system. It provides 40 independent analogue output channels, typically used for controlling final control elements such as valve positioners and variable speed drives in safety-critical loops. By employing a triplicated design, the module ensures that the output signal remains accurate and controlled even if a component failure occurs within one of its internal processing slices. This module is essential for maintaining the high-availability and safety integrity required in SIL 3 industrial environments.
Specifications
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Brand: Rockwell Automation / ICS Triplex
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Model Number: T8480
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Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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Module Category: Trusted TMR Analogue Output
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Output Capacity: 40 Channels
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Signal Range: 4-20 mA DC
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Output Resolution: 12-bit
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Maximum Load Resistance: 500 Ohms at 20 mA
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Net Weight: 1.25 kg
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Operating Voltage: 24 Vdc via backplane
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Power Dissipation: 25 Watts (Maximum at full load)
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Protection Level: Galvanic isolation and short-circuit protection
Features
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Triple Modular Redundancy: Utilizes three independent internal circuits with hardware-level voting to prevent single points of failure.
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Comprehensive Line Monitoring: Continuously checks field wiring for open or short circuits and monitors the actual output current for loop integrity.
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Fault-Tolerant Operation: Maintains precise control signal delivery during an internal fault by automatically switching to redundant processing paths.
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Online Module Replacement: Designed for hot-swapping within a redundant chassis, allowing for maintenance without interrupting the industrial process.
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On-Board Diagnostics: Integrated self-testing routines verify the health of DACs and output transistors, reporting status via front-panel LEDs.
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Ruggedized Construction: Built to industrial standards for high-vibration and high-electromagnetic interference environments.
Additional Information
- 100% Genuine Parts: All products are original and authentic, ensuring reliable industrial performance.
- 30-Day Refund Guarantee: Return any in-stock item within 30 days in original, unopened packaging for a full refund (excluding shipping and fees).
- 12-Month Warranty: Covers defects in materials or workmanship; excludes misuse, normal wear, or unauthorized modifications.
- Worldwide Shipping: We ship via USPS, UPS, FedEx, and DHL. Delivery times vary by country and may be subject to customs or import fees.
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- Purchase Guidance: Check product specifications and compatibility carefully before ordering to ensure proper application.
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