Name: ICS Triplex T8800 | Trusted 40-Channel Digital Input Module - XINYEDA
Brand: ICS Triplex
SKU: ICS TRIPLEX T8800

Description

T8800: Technical Specifications

Model Number: T8800

Manufacturer: ICS Triplex (Triconex/Schneider Electric)

Product Type: Digital Input Module

Number of Channels: 40 digital inputs

Input Type: Dry contact

Input Voltage Range: 24V DC

Input Impedance: 2kΩ

Accuracy: 0.1%

Resolution: 16 bits

Update Rate: 250 milliseconds

Power Supply Voltage: 24V DC

Power Consumption: 5W

Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C

Storage Temperature: -55°C to +125°C

Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing

Protection Level: IP65

Vibration Resistance: 5g to 2kHz

Shock Resistance: 30g

Dimensions: 110mm × 60mm × 30mm

Weight: 200 grams

Connector Type: D-SUB connector

Indicators: Module status, channel status

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Core Features & Customer Value

High-Density Input Capability: The T8800’s 40-channel design provides significant I/O density in a compact form factor, enabling system designers to maximize control panel space utilization while accommodating extensive field device monitoring requirements. For panel builders and system integrators, this high channel count reduces the number of modules required for large-scale applications, lowering overall system cost and complexity. The dry contact input configuration supports a wide range of field devices including limit switches, pushbuttons, and relay contacts, providing flexibility for diverse industrial applications without requiring additional signal conditioning modules.

Robust Industrial Construction: The module’s IP65 protection rating and wide operating temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) ensure reliable operation in demanding industrial environments where exposure to dust, moisture, and temperature extremes is common. For plant engineers responsible for maintaining process control systems, this rugged construction translates to reduced maintenance requirements and extended service life, particularly in applications such as outdoor installations, manufacturing facilities with high particulate levels, or process areas with washdown requirements. The vibration and shock resistance specifications (5g to 2kHz and 30g respectively) provide assurance of stable operation in environments with mechanical vibration from rotating equipment or heavy machinery.

Comprehensive Diagnostics and Monitoring: The T8800 includes built-in diagnostic capabilities that continuously monitor module health and channel status, providing early detection of potential issues before they impact system operation. Status indicators on the module front panel provide visual indication of module operation and individual channel activity, enabling maintenance personnel to quickly identify and troubleshoot field wiring problems or device failures. For control system engineers, this diagnostic capability reduces mean time to repair (MTTR) by providing clear fault indication, minimizing system downtime and improving overall plant availability.

Easy Integration and Configuration: The module’s D-SUB connector interface and DIN rail mounting capability simplify installation and integration into existing control systems. The standardized connector configuration ensures compatibility with common field wiring practices, reducing installation time and eliminating the need for custom wiring solutions. For system integrators, this plug-and-play design approach accelerates project commissioning timelines and reduces the risk of installation errors that could lead to system performance issues or safety concerns.

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Typical Applications

The ICS Triplex T8800 is extensively used in manufacturing automation systems, particularly in automotive production lines where multiple sensors and switches monitor equipment status, position verification, and safety interlocks. In these applications, the module’s 40-channel capacity allows for comprehensive monitoring of robotic workcells, conveyor systems, and assembly stations, providing the I/O density needed for complex automation sequences while maintaining the reliability required for continuous production operations.

In process industries such as chemical and petrochemical plants, the T8800 is deployed in safety instrumented systems (SIS) to monitor critical process parameters including pressure switches, level switches, and emergency stop devices. The module’s high reliability and diagnostic capabilities ensure that safety functions remain available even in the event of individual channel failures, meeting the stringent requirements for Safety Integrity Level (SIL) applications. The wide operating temperature range makes it suitable for installation in both climate-controlled control rooms and field-mounted enclosures exposed to ambient conditions.

For power generation facilities, the module is used in turbine control systems to monitor protective devices including overspeed trips, vibration switches, and temperature alarms. The fast update rate (250ms) ensures timely response to critical events that could impact equipment safety or process stability, while the redundant design architecture provides the fault tolerance necessary for continuous operation in critical power generation applications.