Product Details
Configured for high-integrity signal acquisition in safety-instrumented systems, the Honeywell FTA-T-18 (FTA-T-18 Fail-Safe Digital Input Module) provides direct physical execution of discrete input monitoring. This 16-channel hardware component processes 24 VDC input signals for integration into the FailSafe Controller platform, ensuring deterministic state transition reporting and process integrity.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | FTA-T-18 |
| Brand | Honeywell |
| Origin | Not specified |
| Weight | 0.87 kg (1.9 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 100 mm x 80 mm x 40 mm |
| Operating Temp | -40 deg C to +85 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 20 mA per channel |
| Channels | 16 discrete inputs |
Fail-Safe State Execution and Galvanic Isolation
The FTA-T-18 architecture incorporates comprehensive galvanic isolation between the field input loops and the internal controller backplane, preventing fault propagation from external circuits. Each channel supports fail-safe state execution, whereby any loss of input signal or internal diagnostic fault triggers a defined safe state. The module employs rigorous input filtering to ensure that signal transitions are validated against noise and chatter, maintaining a high degree of measurement accuracy (±0.1% of full scale) and repeatability (±0.05% of full scale). In high-risk process applications, the module's diagnostic coverage ensures that input states are verified for SIL-compliant operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the FTA-T-18 support hot-swap insertion and extraction?
A: No. The backplane design does not permit hot-swapping. System power must be isolated from the rack prior to module installation to prevent damage to the backplane communication pins.
Q: How is input filtering managed to prevent false triggers?
A: Input filtering is managed via onboard hardware logic that samples the input signal continuously. State changes must remain stable for the programmed debouncing period to be registered by the controller.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Mounting: Secure the module into the designated rack slot, ensuring the physical keying prevents misalignment. Use the integrated fasteners to provide mechanical stability against vibration.
- Grounding: Terminate the cable shields to the system-wide common ground bus at the cabinet entrance point. Do not ground the shields at the FTA-T-18 module itself to avoid ground loop current paths.
- Wiring: Route all 24 VDC input wiring through dedicated metallic conduits, maintaining separation from high-voltage AC lines to prevent capacitive noise coupling.
- Terminations: Verify that all field connections are tightly secured. Ensure that input current values do not exceed the 20 mA maximum, as excessive current will trigger thermal protection and potentially degrade module performance.
Additional Information
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