ICS TRIPLEX T8403

Description

Parameter Specifications

1. Power Supply: The ICS TRIPLEX T8403 requires a 24V DC power supply. Its power consumption is around 25 – 35W, which is energy – efficient considering its functionality. It has built – in power protection to handle small voltage fluctuations.
2. Processor: It is outfitted with a high – performance real – time processor. This processor enables fast execution of control algorithms, ensuring timely responses to process changes. It can handle complex calculations and data processing tasks efficiently.
3. Memory: There is 2GB of RAM for smooth runtime operations and 4GB of non – volatile memory for storing system programs, configuration data, and historical event logs. The RAM allows for quick data access and multitasking, while the non – volatile memory ensures data integrity even in case of power outages.
4. I/O Channels: It features a set of input/output channels. There are 16 digital input channels that can connect to sensors such as limit switches, proximity sensors, and photoelectric sensors. There are also 16 digital output channels for controlling actuators like solenoid valves, relays, and contactors. Additionally, it has 4 analog input channels and 2 analog output channels for handling continuous process variables like temperature and pressure.
5. Communication Interfaces: It supports Ethernet communication at a speed of 100Mbps. It is compliant with industrial protocols such as Modbus TCP and Profibus DP, enabling seamless integration with other devices in an industrial network. It also has serial ports (RS – 232/RS – 485) for legacy device connections.

Applications

1. Industrial Automation: In manufacturing plants, the T8403 can be used to control and monitor production lines. It can manage the operation of conveyor belts, robotic arms, and assembly machines, ensuring efficient and accurate production processes.
2. Process Control in Small – scale Plants: In smaller chemical or food processing plants, it can regulate process parameters such as temperature, pressure, and flow rate. It controls valves, pumps, and heaters to maintain optimal production conditions.
3. Building Automation: In commercial buildings, it can be used for basic control tasks such as controlling the lighting system, HVAC system, and access control devices.

Weight and Dimensions

1. Weight: Approximately 3 kg, which is relatively manageable for installation and maintenance.
2. Dimensions: It has dimensions of about 300mm (length) x 200mm (width) x 100mm (height), designed to fit into standard control cabinets.

Features

1. Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR): One of the key features is its TMR architecture. Critical components are triplicated, and the system continuously compares their outputs. If a single module fails, the other two can continue to operate, providing high – availability and fault – tolerance.
2. Fast Scan Time: With its powerful processor, it has a fast scan time for input/output channels. This enables rapid data acquisition and control actions, which is crucial in real – time control applications.
3. Diagnostic Functions: It is equipped with built – in diagnostic functions that can detect faults in the module itself, input/output channels, and communication interfaces. Detailed diagnostic information helps in quick troubleshooting and reducing downtime.

Stability and Reliability

1. Robust Construction: Built with high – quality components and a durable enclosure, it can withstand normal industrial vibrations, shocks, and electromagnetic interference.
2. Redundancy and Fault – Tolerance: The TMR architecture and redundant power supply options ensure continuous operation even in the event of a single – point failure.
3. Long – term Testing: ICS TRIPLEX conducts extensive long – term testing on the T8403 to ensure its stability and reliability over a long service life.

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