This module is a remote analog I/O expansion unit for the HIMatrix safety system, designed for Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) with high reliability and deterministic communication.
It integrates analog input and output functions and connects to safety controllers via SafeEthernet, enabling flexible, distributed SIS architectures.

Technical Specifications

Channel Configuration & Signal Types

8 analog input channels

4 analog output channels

Supported signals (AI & AO):

4–20 mA

0–10 V

Communication

Dual SafeEthernet RJ45 interfaces (10/100 Mbps)

Integrated Ethernet switch

Supports redundant cascading and ring/topology structures

Performance

Response time: ≥ 20 ms

Power Supply

24 VDC (19.2–30 VDC)

Environmental Conditions

Operating temperature: −20 °C to +60 °C

Storage temperature: −40 °C to +85 °C

Protection class: IP20

Suitable for Zone 2 hazardous areas

Mechanical Characteristics

Dimensions: approximately 207 × 114 × 97 mm

Weight: approximately 1.4 kg

Core Features

Secure Communication

Safe connection to F-CPU / F-IOP safety controllers via SafeEthernet

Ensures high data integrity, deterministic transmission, and low latency

Diagnostics & Maintenance

Channel-level fault monitoring

Remote diagnostics, configuration, and status monitoring via SILworX

Flexible Expansion

Extends HIMatrix system I/O capacity as a remote I/O node

Supports online maintenance and module replacement

Anti-Interference Design

Fully compliant with EMC and industrial environmental requirements

Reliable operation in harsh electromagnetic environments

Typical Applications

Emergency Shutdown (ESD) systems

Fire & Gas (F&G) safety systems

Gas turbine protection systems

Boiler and burner management safety interlocking

Industries:

Petrochemical and chemical processing

Oil & gas

Power generation

Other high-integrity SIS applications

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