GE UR8NH control module

The GE UR8NH module is an industrial automation control module under General Electric (GE), featuring multiple functional configurations including communication modules, analog input modules, digital I/O modules, and current/voltage transformer (CT/VT) modules. Designed for complex industrial environments, it provides high-performance data processing, communication, and protection functions. Below are the detailed technical parameters and functional descriptions based on the latest search results.

📊 1. Basic Parameters

1. Operating Voltage: 24 V DC.
2. Communication Rate: 10/100 Mbps (adaptive Ethernet module).
3. Communication Distance: Maximum 100 meters.
4. Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C.
5. Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C.
6. Dimensions: 118 mm × 72 mm × 35 mm.
7. Weight: Approximately 2.5 kg (for some models).

🔧 2. Functional Characteristics

       Communication Functions

• Protocol Support: Supports multiple industrial communication protocols, including Serial I/O, Modbus Master/Slave, CCM Slave, DNP3 Master/Slave, SPL, etc.
• Communication Tasks: Each communication port supports up to 64 communication tasks.
• Ethernet Functionality: Fully adaptive Ethernet module supporting 10/100M, half-duplex/full-duplex, straight-through/twisted-pair cables, and SRTP, EGD, Channels (Producer & Consumer), and Modbus TCP.
• Built-in Switch: Reduces hardware costs, with recessed Ethernet interfaces to protect communication cables.

     Analog Input Function

• Input Type: Can receive analog signals (e.g., 4-20mA current loops), suitable for monitoring process variables such as level, temperature, and pressure.
• Application Scenarios: Widely used in industries such as steel, power, metallurgy, chemical, and petrochemical.

    Digital I/O Function

• Interface Type: Digital input/output interfaces for connecting external switch signals such as buttons, switches, and relay contacts.
• Expandability: Provides various expandable I/O options to meet different needs.

   CT/VT Module Function

• Input Capacity: Can provide up to 24 analog CT (current transformer) or VT (voltage transformer) inputs for universal relays.
• Diagnostic Function: Features enhanced diagnostics to monitor the validity and integrity of input signals and supports internal DC voltage level recording for proactive maintenance.
• Ground Fault Protection: If the CT/VT has sensitive grounding capability, it can also provide ground fault protection.

  Protection and Monitoring Functions

• High-Performance Protection: Capable of quickly responding to faults in power systems to ensure safe and stable operation.
• Monitoring and Measurement: Integrates monitoring and measurement functions to track the operational status of power systems in real time and provide rich measurement data.
• Diagnostic Function: The module supports health diagnostic tests during startup and operation, monitoring hardware functionality.

 Configuration and Programming

• Configuration Flexibility: Configurable transmission rates of 1-60 seconds, supports hot-swappable I/O modules.
• Programming Support: Programming is mostly done in ladder diagram form, similar to relay control circuits, making it easy for engineering technicians to understand and master. Complies with IEC 61131-3 standards.
• Security Options: Supports safety protection level 4 passwords, OEM password protection, program block viewing and editing locks, configurable memory write protection, and other functions.