HIMA F3 AIO 84 01 982200409

Description

Product Description

The HIMA F3 AIO 84 01 is a highly versatile, safety-certified analog input/output module from the HIMA F3 series, with the specific order code 982200409. This module integrates both analog input and output channels into a single, compact unit designed for HIMA’s safety PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems. The HIMA F3 AIO 84 01 is engineered to interface with critical process sensors and final elements in Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), handling signals such as 4-20 mA for both measurement and control within a single safety loop. For comprehensive technical manuals, safety certifications, and configuration guides, the essential resource is the official HIMA product documentation portal for the HIMA F3 AIO 84 01. By combining analog I/O in one module, the F3 AIO 84 01 optimizes space in the safety controller rack and simplifies the architecture for loops requiring both sensing and modulation. Its design is fundamental for implementing SIL 3 safety functions that rely on precise analog monitoring and control.

Product Parameters

• Manufacturer / Brand: HIMA.
• Series: F3 Series Safety I/O.
• Model: F3 AIO 84 01 (Analog Input/Output Module).
• Order Code: 982200409.
• Safety Certification: Certified for IEC 61508 and IEC 61511, suitable for Safety Integrity Level (SIL) 3 applications.
• Channel Configuration: Typically provides a combination of analog input and output channels, such as 4 analog inputs and 4 analog outputs.
• Input Types: Accepts standard analog signals like 4-20 mA (current) or 0-10 V (voltage) for process variable measurement.
• Output Types: Provides analog output signals, typically 4-20 mA, for controlling final elements like proportional valves or variable speed drive references.
• Isolation: Channels are galvanically isolated from each other and from the system bus to prevent fault propagation and ensure signal integrity.
• Diagnostics: Extensive built-in diagnostics for wire break, short circuit, out-of-range signals, and module internal faults.
• Communication: Connects to the HIMA F3 safety CPU via the high-speed, deterministic F-FactoryBus (FFB).
• Form Factor: A single-slot module designed for installation in a HIMA F3 series I/O rack.

Advantages and Features

• High Functional Integration: Combines analog input and output functionality in one module, reducing the number of modules required per safety loop and saving rack space.
• Safety-Certified Design: Provides the necessary diagnostic coverage and fault tolerance for use in the highest safety integrity applications (SIL 3).
• Precise Signal Handling: High-resolution analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion ensures accurate measurement and control, which is critical for safety-related modulating functions.
• Comprehensive Diagnostics: Advanced per-channel diagnostics enable predictive maintenance and immediate detection of dangerous failures, supporting the safety system’s reliability.
• Hot Swappable: Designed for replacement in a live system without compromising the safety function of other modules, supporting high plant availability.

Application Cases in Industry

• Oil & Gas (Burner Management): The HIMA F3 AIO 84 01 can monitor furnace draft pressure (AI) and control the positioning of a damper actuator (AO) to maintain safe combustion conditions.
• Chemical Processing (Reactor Control): Monitors reactor temperature via a 4-20 mA transmitter (AI) and modulates the flow of cooling water through a control valve (AO) to prevent runaway reactions.
• Power Generation (Turbine Governing): Reads steam pressure (AI) and provides a speed reference signal (AO) to a turbine governor as part of a safety overspeed protection system.
• Pharmaceutical (Pressure Control): Monitors pressure in a sterile isolator (AI) and controls the inlet valve to maintain a safe negative pressure cascade (AO).
• Pipeline Safety: Measures pipeline pressure (AI) and outputs a control signal to a pressure relief valve (AO) to prevent over-pressurization.

Comparison with Competing Products

Competing products include combined analog I/O modules from other safety system vendors, such as the Siemens SIMATIC ET 200SP F-AI/AO or the ABB 800xA S800 I/O High Integrity modules. The HIMA F3 AIO 84 01 differentiates itself through its dedicated focus on the safety market and its integration within HIMA’s homogeneous, TÜV-certified F-System platform. Compared to a standard PLC analog combo module, the F3 AIO 84 01 is designed from the ground up with safety diagnostics and failure modes in mind. Its primary advantage is its guaranteed performance and certification within the HIMA ecosystem, which is often preferred for pure, independent safety applications where separation from the basic process control system (BPCS) is mandated.

Selection Suggestions and Precautions

• Selection Suggestions:
  1. Select the HIMA F3 AIO 84 01 for safety loops that require both analog monitoring and analog control action within a HIMA F3 safety system.
  2. Verify the exact number and type of analog inputs and outputs required for your Safety Instrumented Function (SIF) match the module’s specifications.
  3. Ensure compatibility with the HIMA F3 CPU model and the I/O rack being used.
• Precautions:
  1. Safety System Design: This module must be used within a formally designed and validated Safety Instrumented System per IEC 61511. Its application requires safety engineering expertise.
  2. Configuration and Assignment: The module and each channel must be correctly configured in the HIMA Safety Engineering Tool (Hi-Safe or similar). Input/output types, ranges, and fail-safe values must be assigned accurately.
  3. Wiring and Grounding: Use proper shielded cables for analog signals. Follow strict guidelines for grounding to avoid ground loops and ensure signal integrity, which is crucial for both safety and accuracy.
  4. External Power Supplies: For 4-20 mA outputs driving field devices, ensure the external power supply (if required) is correctly sized, isolated, and fused.
  5. Genuine Parts and Documentation: Source the HIMA F3 AIO 84 01 using the order code 982200409 from authorized HIMA distributors. The use of non-certified parts invalidates the safety system certification. Always refer to the specific hardware and safety manual for the purchased module for installation and configuration details.

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