TRICONEX 3502E (TMR Digital Input Module, 48V AC/DC, Self‑Test)
June 02, 2026

TRICONEX 3502E (TMR Digital Input Module, 48V AC/DC, Self‑Test)

Product Description The 3502E is a SIL3‑certified TMR digital input (DI) module for Tricon v9–v12 SIS chassis, used for 48V AC/DC safety signal acquisition. It adopts triple modular redundancy (TMR) architecture with 2oo3 voting and integrates self‑test to detect “stuck‑off” faults, ideal for ESD/F&G/BMS high‑availability safety loops.

Description

Model Interpretation

  • 3502E: TMR Digital Input Module, 48V AC/DC, with Self‑Test, SIL3

  • P/N: 3502E (base; “TMR” is its core architecture, not a separate suffix)

  • Compatibility: Tricon v9–v12 chassis (8110/8111/8112/8115/8116); hot‑swappable

  • Key Upgrade: 32 channels (8 groups × 4 commoned), 35–95V AC/DC, self‑test for de‑energize‑to‑trip circuits

Technical Parameters

Electrical & Input

  • Input Type: Dry/wet contact, 48V AC/DC nominal (35–95V AC/DC)

  • Channels: 32, commoned in 8 groups (4 channels per group)

  • Input Current: 6–9mA (on‑state)

  • Backplane Power: 24VDC (20.4–28.8VDC), ~150mA

  • Isolation: 1,500VDC channel‑to‑backplane galvanic isolation

  • Frequency: DC or 47–63Hz AC

Redundancy & Safety

  • Architecture: Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR), 2oo3 voting

  • Safety Certification: IEC 61508 SIL3, TÜV, UL, CE, ATEX, FM

  • Diagnostics: >99.9% fault coverage; self‑test for off‑state detection; SOE (≤40ms resolution)

  • MTBF: >150,000 hours

Mechanical

  • Form Factor: 3U, 19” rack, 1 slot

  • Dimensions (W×H×D): 114 × 30 × 185 mm

  • Weight: ~0.9 kg (2.0 lbs)

  • Mounting: Plug‑in backplane, hot‑swappable

Environmental

  • Operating Temp: −40°C to +70°C

  • Storage Temp: −40°C to +85°C

  • Humidity: 5%–95% RH, non‑condensing

Diagnostics & Indicators

  • LEDs: PASS, FAULT, ACTIVE, TMR, ALARM

  • Fault Detection: Open/short circuit, channel mismatch, TMR deviation, self‑test fault

Core Functions

  1. 48V AC/DC Safety Input for SIS

    Accepts 35–95V AC/DC field signals (ESD pushbuttons, F&G detectors, interlock switches); 32 commoned channels (8 groups) reduce wiring complexity。

  2. TMR Fault‑Tolerant Voting

    Three independent input circuits per signal; 2oo3 voting eliminates single‑point failures—critical for SIL3 ESD/F&G/BMS loops。

  3. Self‑Test for De‑Energize‑to‑Trip

    Unique self‑test verifies detection of off‑state transitions, ensuring safety for “de‑energize‑to‑trip” systems (standard in most SIS)。

  4. Hot‑Swap & Online Maintenance

    Replace module without system shutdown; supports online diagnostics and SOE logging for compliance。

  5. High‑Noise Immunity

    Opto‑isolation + TMR design rejects ground loops and electrical noise—ideal for harsh oil/gas/chemical environments。

Applications

  • Oil & Gas: Offshore ESD/F&G systems; 48V AC/DC safety switches

  • Chemical/Refining: Process interlocks; medium‑voltage discrete safety signals

  • Power Generation: Turbine ESD; boiler safety interlocks

  • SIS Retrofits: Upgrade legacy Tricon v9–v12 systems with SIL3 48V DI


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