TRICONEX+8312

Description

Product Name:

TRICONEX 8312 Module

Product Description:

The TRICONEX 8312 is a Universal I/O Module designed for use with the Tricon system, a widely used safety instrumented system (SIS) in process industries such as oil and gas, chemicals, and power generation. It supports both digital and analog I/O points and is part of a redundant, fault-tolerant system that ensures high availability and safety for critical processes. This module typically connects to the Triconex safety controllers, providing input/output (I/O) functionality for monitoring and controlling various safety-critical parameters in real-time.

The TRICONEX 8312 can handle signals from field devices like switches, sensors, and actuators, providing both control and safety features. The module is modular and flexible, designed to be hot-swappable, allowing for easy maintenance without shutting down the entire system.

Product Parameters:

• Type of Module: Universal I/O Module
• Input Types:
  • Digital Inputs (DI)
  • Digital Outputs (DO)
  • Analog Inputs (AI)
  • Analog Outputs (AO)
• I/O Points: Supports both digital and analog I/O, with variable configurations depending on system needs.
• Signal Type Compatibility: 4-20 mA, 0-10 V, dry contact (digital), etc.
• Communication: Typically interfaces with Triconex controllers through a proprietary communication bus or protocol.
• Power Supply: Powered via the Triconex system (usually 24V DC or as specified in the system design).
• Mounting: DIN rail mounting
• Protection: Built-in protection against overvoltage, short circuits, and other faults for ensuring reliability in harsh industrial environments.

Product Specifications:

• Module Size: 8.5 x 6.0 x 1.75 (varies by version)
• Weight: Approx. 1.5 kg (varies by version)
• Environmental Conditions:
  • Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +60°C
  • Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
• Power Consumption: Varies depending on I/O configuration and connected devices
• Signal Input/Output Range:
  • Digital Inputs (DI): 24V DC (typical), optically isolated
  • Digital Outputs (DO): 24V DC (typical), relay or transistor output
  • Analog Inputs (AI): 0-10V, 4-20mA (configurable)
  • Analog Outputs (AO): 0-10V, 4-20mA (configurable)

Product Use:

The TRICONEX 8312 module is used in a variety of industrial applications, including:

1. Process Control Systems:
   • Used to monitor and control parameters like temperature, pressure, flow, level, etc., in critical processes.
2. Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS):
   • Plays a key role in implementing safety functions (e.g., emergency shutdowns) in hazardous environments.
   • Ensures continuous monitoring and response to unsafe conditions, activating safety alarms or shutdown sequences if necessary.
3. Remote Monitoring:
   • Used to monitor remote assets, especially in offshore oil rigs, pipelines, and large power plants.
4. Data Acquisition:
   • Facilitates real-time data collection from field instruments (e.g., sensors) for further analysis and decision-making.
5. High Availability Systems:
   • Ensures reliable operation through redundant and fault-tolerant design, reducing downtime in critical operations.

TRICONEX+8312