Product Features

High Precision and Reliability:

The TRICONEX 3511 module is designed with advanced digital signal processing technology, enabling high-speed and high-precision data acquisition and transmission. This ensures that data accuracy and reliability are maintained at all times. Additionally, the module features a triple-redundant design, which includes three independent processors, input/output channels, and communication pathways. This redundancy is crucial for ensuring the stable operation of the system, even under demanding conditions.

Versatility:

The module supports a wide range of input types, including pulse inputs, analog inputs, and specialized inputs such as thermocouples and Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs). Furthermore, it offers various output types, including 4-20mA and 0-10VDC. In terms of communication, the module is compatible with multiple protocols such as Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, CANopen, and PROFIBUS, making it highly adaptable to different industrial environments.

Wide Operating Temperature Range:

The TRICONEX 3511 module is engineered to operate efficiently across a broad temperature range, from -40°C to 85°C. This makes it suitable for use in a variety of industrial settings, including those with extreme temperature conditions.

Interference Resistance:

The module is designed to withstand electromagnetic interference, vibrations, and shocks, ensuring reliable performance even in harsh environments. This robustness is achieved through careful design and the use of high-quality materials, which enhance the module’s durability and operational stability.

Flexible Configuration Options:

To meet diverse control and monitoring needs, the module offers multiple input/output configurations. It also supports programmable logic control, allowing users to write and execute custom control logic tailored to specific requirements. This flexibility is particularly beneficial in complex industrial applications where customization is often necessary.

Safety Performance:

The TRICONEX 3511 module meets the SIL 3 safety integrity level, complying with the IEC 61508 and IEC 61873-4 standards. It is equipped with fault detection and diagnostic functions, which enable the timely identification and response to abnormal conditions, thereby enhancing overall system safety.

Structure and Composition

Module Dimensions and Weight:

The module measures 120mm x 80mm x 35mm and weighs approximately 200 grams, making it compact and lightweight for easy integration into various systems.

Input/Output Configuration:

Each module is equipped with 8 pulse input channels, supporting a variety of signal types, including high-frequency pulse signals. Output signal types include 4-20mA and 0-10VDC, providing versatility in signal handling.

Communication Interfaces:

The module supports multiple communication protocols, including Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, CANopen, and PROFIBUS. It also features an Ethernet interface, enabling high-speed data transfer and seamless integration into networked systems.

Hardware Architecture:

The module is built on an embedded system architecture, powered by an ARM Cortex-A9 processor and running on the Linux operating system. It comes with 32MB of built-in memory, ensuring efficient data processing and storage.

Redundancy Design:

The module’s triple-redundant design ensures that each channel is independently isolated, significantly enhancing its resistance to interference. Additionally, the module features a hot-redundancy design, which guarantees continuous operation even in the event of a single-point failure.

Installation and Expansion:

The module can be installed in standard control cabinets or enclosures, supporting remote wiring and flexible installation options. It can also be expanded using main and extension chassis, such as the RMX chassis, allowing for remote operations over distances of up to 1000 feet (approximately 304.8 meters). This expandability makes the module highly adaptable to various industrial setups.

In conclusion, the TRICONEX 3511 module is a highly reliable, versatile, and robust solution designed to meet the demanding requirements of modern industrial environments. Its advanced features, flexible configuration options, and strong safety performance make it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications.