TRICONEX FTA-544 Analog Output Module

Technical Specifications:

• It is designed for high availability and fault tolerance, ensuring continuous operation even in the event of hardware failures.
• The system supports safety integrity levels up to SIL 3 according to IEC 61508, making it suitable for critical safety applications.
• It operates with a triple modular redundant (TMR) architecture where three independent systems process data simultaneously and compare results to ensure accuracy and reliability.

• Input and Signal Parameters
  • The analog input version has 32 shared points, with a nominal input current of 4 - 20mA DC and an operating current range of 2 - 22mA DC. It has a 16-bit resolution and an accuracy of ±0.01% within the 1000 - 20000Hz frequency range.
  • The pulse input version has 8 high-frequency input points, a pulse count measurement resolution of 1 microsecond, and an input diagnostic fault range of 0.5% of the full scale. The input change sampling cycle is the longer one between one scan and 210 milliseconds.
  • The module has an input bandwidth of 16Hz, an absolute maximum field voltage of 33V DC, and an absolute maximum reverse field voltage of -0.6V DC.
• Power and Electrical Parameters
  • The nominal power supply voltage is 24V DC. The minimum isolation between functional and protective earth is 500V DC, and the minimum isolation between functional and functional earth is 800V DC.
  • The module has a source impedance of 180Ω, an input impedance of 250Ω when paired with a baseplate, and a 100Ω I-to-V resistor with a tolerance of ±0.01%.

• Electrical Parameters
  • It is configured with 32 commoned digital output channels, the nominal output voltage is 24 VDC, and the adaptive voltage range is 16 - 32 VDC, with a maximum withstand voltage of 36 VDC.
  • Each output channel can provide a maximum current of 1.7 A, the overall power consumption of the module is less than 13 watts, and some data shows that its output power can reach 15 watts.
  • It adopts a dual-power design, which further improves the stability of power supply and avoids system operation interruption caused by single power failure.
• Processing and Memory Parameters
  • It is equipped with a dual-core PowerPC processor with a clock frequency of 800 MHz, which can efficiently support complex control algorithms and logic operations.
  • The module provides a memory range of 1 GB - 8 GB, which can store a large number of control logic programs and real-time operating data to meet the needs of complex industrial control scenarios.

Technical Specifications:

• Type: Typically serves as an interface or communication module within the Tricon system.
• Communication Protocols: Supports industry-standard protocols to ensure compatibility with various control systems and devices.
• Power Supply: Operates within specified voltage ranges suitable for industrial environments.
• Environmental Endurance: Designed to withstand harsh conditions including wide temperature ranges, humidity, and exposure to dust.
• Certifications: Certified for use in Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) up to Safety Integrity Level 3 (SIL 3), ensuring compliance with stringent safety standards.