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SKU: T8480

ICS Triplex T8480 Trusted TMR Analog Output Module

The ICS Triplex T8480 is an 8-channel TMR Analog Output module for Trusted safety systems. It provides high-precision 4–20 mA control with integrated loop diagnostics and SIL 3 fault tolerance for critical process actuators.

Technical Overview and Functional Description

The ICS Triplex T8480 is a high-integrity Analog Output (AO) module designed for the Trusted™ Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) platform. This module generates 4–20 mA current signals to drive critical field devices, such as control valves and actuators, within safety-instrumented systems. Consequently, the T8480 employs a triple-redundant internal architecture that performs continuous 3-2-0 hardware voting. This ensures that the module maintains a precise and safe output signal even if a component failure occurs within one of its internal processing slices.

Furthermore, the T8480 provides sophisticated load monitoring and fault detection for every channel. Because the module measures the actual current flowing in the field loop and compares it to the commanded value, it can immediately identify open circuits, short circuits, or excessive loop resistance. Additionally, the module features high-resolution digital-to-analog conversion. Therefore, it delivers the smooth and accurate control required for complex process modulations where signal drift could lead to process inefficiency or safety hazards.

Moreover, the T8480 is built to withstand the rigorous demands of industrial environments, offering comprehensive galvanic isolation between the field circuits and the system backplane. Due to its hot-swappable design, maintenance personnel can replace a faulty module while the system is live, ensuring zero downtime for the safety loop. By implementing the T8480, operators achieve a high-availability solution that meets SIL 3 requirements, providing a robust defense for hazardous processes in the energy and chemical sectors.

Key Technical Specifications

  • Manufacturer: ICS Triplex (Rockwell Automation)
  • Model Identifier: T8480
  • System Family: Trusted™ TMR Safety System
  • Output Type: 4–20 mA Analog Current Loop
  • Channel Configuration: 8-channel high-integrity outputs
  • Redundancy Type: Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR)
  • Diagnostic Coverage: Real-time loop monitoring and internal hardware self-testing
  • Isolation: 1000V DC field-to-logic isolation
  • Safety Rating: IEC 61508 SIL 3 Certified
  • Module Features: Hot-swappable with automated configuration download