{"product_id":"emerson-8103-ai-tx-04-analog-input-module","title":"Emerson 8103-AI-TX-04 Analog Input Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for precise measurement and signal conditioning in PAC8000 systems, the \u003cstrong\u003eEmerson 8103-AI-TX-04\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003e8103-AI\u003c\/strong\u003e Analog Input Module) provides direct physical\/electrical execution. It digitizes 4-20 mA current loop signals across 8 independent channels while facilitating data exchange over backplane networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8103-AI-TX-04\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmerson\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8103-AI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 0.17 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 mm x 99 mm x 70 mm (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to 70 deg C (Standard), -20 to 55 deg C (Forced cooling)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax. 4 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePAC8000 and Emerson automation networks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-channel analog input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Signal Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-20 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+24 V DC nominal (+18 to +31.2 V DC range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet RJ45 (10\/100 Mbit), USB Type B (12 Mbit\/s), Modbus RS485\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIngress Protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20 (IEC 60529)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard DIN Rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol and Channel Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8103-AI-TX-04 provides high-accuracy analog-to-digital conversion optimized for 4-20 mA current loops across process instrumentation. Channel-to-channel isolation architecture prevents ground loop currents and transient voltage spikes from propagating between field sensors and the PAC8000 backplane. The module maintains high signal integrity and low noise susceptibility to support transparent pass-through of dynamic loop data across connected transmitters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the 8103-AI-TX-04 be replaced without removing power from the PAC8000 rack?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. The module features hot-swap capability, allowing live removal and insertion under power without disrupting active communication or adjacent modules on the DIN rail backplane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the primary communication parameters for the onboard Modbus serial interface?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The Modbus interface operates over EIA485 physical layer standards at data rates of 9600 or 19200 Baud, using a 200 mV peak-to-peak signal level with a rated current of 1.6 mA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the maximum permitted cable distance for the Ethernet network port?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The onboard RJ45 Ethernet interface supports 10\/100 Mbit transmission rates over standard twisted-pair cabling up to a maximum length of 100 m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSnap the module firmly onto the standard 35 mm DIN rail inside an IP20-compliant enclosure, ensuring the carrier backplane connectors align fully before latching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminate 4-20 mA field sensor wiring to the corresponding 8 input channels, observing polarity constraints and maintaining wire strip lengths of 6-8 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the primary power supply leads to the +24 V DC bus terminals, ensuring operating voltage remains within the +18 to +31.2 V DC tolerance window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute signal cables separately from high-voltage power lines and VDR drives to minimize electromagnetic noise coupling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBond the DIN rail assembly directly to the master protective earth (PE) bus using a low-impedance copper grounding jumper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"EMERSON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53327922757941,"sku":"8103-AI-TX-04","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/8103-AI-TX-04.png?v=1787105990","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/emerson-8103-ai-tx-04-analog-input-module","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}