The TrustedTM 60 Channel Analogue Input FTA Non-Incendive is designed to act as the main interface
between a non-incendive field device in a hazardous area generating a 4-20mA analogue signal and
the TrustedTM Dual Analogue Input Module T8432.
Features
• 60 input channels per FTA.
• Industry standard field device connections (2-wire).
• Limited power for connection to nonincendive field wiring.
• Standard DIN rail compatibility.
• Simple installation and connection.
• 24V dc operation.
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RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE
Most electronic equipment is influenced by Radio Frequency Interference (RFI). Caution should be
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Signs should be posted in the vicinity of the equipment cautioning against the use of portable
communications equipment.
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance must be performed only by qualified personnel, otherwise personal injury or death, or
damage to the system may be caused.
Caution
HANDLING
Under no circumstances should the module housing be removed.
Associated Documents
Product Descriptions (PD) provide product specific information.
The Safety Manual contains the recommended safety requirements for the safety system design.
The PD8082B – Toolset Suite provides specific guidance on system configuration and application
generation.
The Operator and Maintenance Manual contains general guidelines on maintenance and diagnostic
procedures.
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1. Description
The TrustedTM 60 Channel Analogue Input FTA T8835 provides termination for a maximum of 60 input
channels from various types of field devices which generate an analogue signal. Figure 1 below shows
the configuration of a single channel.
REMAINING CHANNELS
145R
FIELD
TERMINATION
D3 250R
0V
DUAL 24Vdc
FIELD
TO DUAL
DIGITAL INPUT
Figure 1 Single Channel Schematic
The field supply is derived from dual 24V dc feeds which are ‘commoned’ via diodes on the FTA. The
supply is then fed to each channel.
The supply voltage to the field is fed via the 145R resistor. This effectively limits the current in the field
loop allowing inputs from nonincendive field devices located in hazardous areas. The incoming signal
from the field device is developed across the 250R resistor, then connected to the appropriate input
circuit on the Input Module. Electro-static discharge (ESD) transients are suppressed by D3.
The connector linking the 60 channels on the input module to the FTA is terminated at SK2 which is a
96-way socket. The SmartSlot connector is SK1 and is a 96-way socket (this socket is no longer
used). The dual 24V dc power supplies are connected to the FTA via a single 4-way connector (PL1).
Ten 12-way connectors are used for the field loops (PL2 to PL9, PL11 and PL12). PL10 is an auxiliary
2-way plug provided for power monitoring purposes (future use).
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2. Installation
The TrustedTM 60 Channel Analogue Input FTA T8835 Non Incendive is designed to be mounted on
either of the TS32 or TS35 DIN rails in the horizontal or vertical positions as required.