TRICONEX 3604E high-integrity process control

The Triconex 3604E is a safety system module from the Triconex Tricon series by Schneider Electric, designed for high-integrity process control and safety applications. Below are its key technical parameters:

Triconex 3604E Key Technical Specifications:

1. Module Type:

• Digital Input Module (Safety-rated, Triple Modular Redundant – TMR)

2. Input Channels:

• Typically 16 channels (may vary based on configuration)
• Supports contact inputs (dry contact, wet contact, or voltage inputs)

3. Input Voltage Range:

• Dry Contact: Open circuit voltage ≤ 5V DC, closed circuit current ≥ 5mA
• Wet Contact (24V DC): 10-30V DC (typical for industrial applications)

4. Isolation & Redundancy:

• Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) for fault tolerance
• Optical isolation between field inputs and internal logic

5. Response Time:

• Typically < 10 ms per channel (varies based on configuration)

6. Diagnostics & Monitoring:

• Built-in channel fault detection (open wire, short circuit)
• Online module status indication via LED indicators

7. Communication Interface:

• Integrates with Tricon communication bus (MP/TSI bus)
• Compatible with Tricon v9–v11 systems

8. Power Supply:

• Backplane power: Supplied via Tricon chassis (typically 5V DC)
• Field power: External 24V DC (for wet contact applications)

9. Environmental Ratings:

• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C (-40°F to +158°F)
• Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
• Certifications: ATEX, IECEx, SIL 3 (IEC 61508), FM, CSA

10. Mounting & Dimensions:

• Designed for Tricon chassis (e.g., 3008, 3805, 3806)
• Standard 3U form factor

Applications:

• Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)
• Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD)
• Fire & Gas Systems (FGS)
• Turbine Control & Critical Process Protection