1. Core Technical Parameters

Model: F6217 (Material Number: 984621702)

Channels: 8 independent analog inputs

Signal Types: 4–20mA/0–20mA (current), 0–5V/0–10V (voltage, software configurable)

Resolution: 12 bits (0–4095)

Safety Level: SIL3 (IEC 61508), AK6, Cat.4/PL e (TÜV Certification)

Architecture: Triple Redundancy (TMR), Hardware Voting

Isolation: Channel - Backplane Isolation, Voltage Rating 200V AC; Channel-to-Channel Isolation

Input Impedance: Current 100Ω; Voltage ≥ 100kΩ

Accuracy: ±0.1% FS (25℃); ±0.3% FS (0–+60℃)

Update Cycle: 50ms; Safety Response < 450ms

Filtering: Hardware Low Pass, Time Constant ≈ 10ms

Overload Capacity: Current ≤ 22mA; Voltage ≤ 5.5V

Power Consumption: 5V DC ≈ 80mA

Operating Temperature: -20℃ ~ +60℃

Size/Weight: 4TE (25×203×127mm) / ≈ 0.5kg

Installation: DIN Rail, Hot Swap Supported

II. Terminal Pin Assignment (Front Side 28 Pins)

CH1–CH8: 8 channels of input (+/-)

Power Supply: 24V DC / Ground

System Ground, Shielded Ground, Unused Pin (NC)

Wiring: 2-wire / 3-wire sensor; Shielded single-ended grounding (module side)

III. Functional Characteristics

TMR High Reliability: Three-channel independent sampling, single-channel failure does not affect the safe operation of the system.

Full Channel Diagnosis: Real-time detection of open circuit / short circuit / over-range / power failure, software locates the faulty channel.

Flexible Signal Configuration: Default 4–20mA, HIQuad X/SILworX software can be set to 0–10V, suitable for pressure / temperature / level sensors.

Seamless Integration: Compatible with F3311/F3313/F4316 etc. CPUs, the backplane automatically identifies and allocates addresses.

Hot Swap: Online replacement of modules does not require downtime, maintenance is convenient.

IV. Installation and Wiring Tips

Installation: 4TE slot, tighten the fixing screws to ensure reliable backplane connection. Connecting the wires

Current (4–20mA): Sensor +→CHx+, -→CHx-, no resistor required.

Voltage (0–10V): Sensor +→CHx+, -→CHx-, signal ground is common to module ground.

Shielded wire: Single-ended grounding (module side), to avoid circulating interference.

Configuration: Set channel type, range, filtering and alarm threshold in software, and download for effect.

V. Differences from F6216/F6216A

F6216/F6216A: 4-channel AI, 10-pin terminal

F6217: 8-channel AI, 28-pin terminal, double the number of channels, suitable for multi-measurement point scenarios