ICS Triplex ICS Regent+Plus Isolated Guarded Output Modules Reference Manual
ICS Triplex ICS Regent+Plus Isolated Guarded Output Modules are designed to provide fail-safe and fault-tolerant control of safety-critical output devices. These modules are ideal for applications requiring high reliability and safety, such as motor starters, motor operated valves, and other output circuits operating from isolated power sources. Two modules can be connected in parallel for fault tolerance, allowing continued operation even if one module fails. Each module features individual front panel indicators for module fault/active status and shutdown state, as well as output on/off status and blown fuse detection for each point.
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ICS Regent+Plus ® PD-7034 Isolated Guarded Output Modules 24 to 120 VAC/DC (T7485) Issue 1, March, 06 The Isolated Guarded output module provides Guarded control of eight isolated user output loads. One type of module is available to interface to outputs powered from isolated field power supplies operating between 12 to 130 VAC or 15 to 150 VDC. This module is called Guarded because the module's dual-redundant design ensures that no single fault within the module will inadvertently apply power to an output. The module is ideally suited for controlling isolated, safety critical inductive loads such as motor starters. Other applications include output circuits that contain additional safety interlock contacts or switches in series with the module outputs. Features · • • • • · • · Eight isolated Guarded outputs. Fault tolerant operation when connected in parallel with another module of the same type. Hot-replaceable. Complete, automatic testing of all output circuits, independent of load or field power connection. Individual front panel indicators on each module show module fault/active status and shutdown state; additional indicators show output on/off status and blown fuse for each point. Fuses accessible from front panel. 2500 minimum electrical isolation between field and logic circuits. TÜV certified, Risk Class 5. The module's triplicated Safetybus interface ensures that no Regent system failure will inadvertently apply power to an output. Extensive fault detection and redundant critical circuits ensure that the module operates in a fail-safe manner. Industrial Control Services 1 Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) Two isolated Guarded output modules can be connected in parallel to obtain fault tolerant control of power to loads. In this parallel module configuration, either module can be removed and replaced while the other Guarded module continues to control the loads without interruption. Module Operation A block diagram of a typical isolated Guarded digital output module is shown in Figure 1. Figure 1. Block Diagram of Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module. The processor modules send triplicated write data commands over the I/O Safetybus to the isolated Guarded output module. Onboard the output module the triplicated data are routed to two independent voters which provide voted data to associated 2 Industrial Control Services Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) field programmable gate arrays (FPGA). Each FPGA independently operates one of the two output control switches. The two output switches are connected in series with the load. When both output switches are on, current will flow through the output and energize a field load. If either switch is off, current will not flow through the output and the load will be de-energized. This combination of series output switches and independent drive signals produces fail-safe activation of the load. Single failures can only affect one of the output drive signals or switches. A single failure will result in either continued correct control or a fail-safe output as shown in Table 1. Table 1. Output States After Switch Failure. Case Commanded Output State Switch Failed State Actual Output to Load 1 On On On Continued correct control. Automatic testing detects stuck-on switch. If output is subsequently commanded off, output will turn off. 2 On Off Off Fail-safe output. Automatic testing detects stuck-off switch. 3 Off On Off Continued correct control. Automatic testing detects stuck-on switch. If output is subsequently commanded on, output will turn on. 4 Off Off Off Fail-safe output. Automatic testing detects stuck-off switch. If output is subsequently commanded on, output will remain off. Remarks To achieve fault tolerance, two isolated Guarded output modules are used with their outputs connected in parallel. This configuration provides for continued correct control even when one output switch fails off (cases two and four in Table 1). The module failure is automatically detected and the module can be removed and replaced without interrupting output control. PD-7034 Mar-06 3 Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) Testing and Diagnostics Automatic testing is performed on the isolated Guarded output modules and its internal output circuits. The output circuits are completely tested independent of any field load or power connections. The module does not perform line monitoring of the wiring connections to field loads. Module Testing Each voter and FPGA logic section of the isolated Guarded output module is automatically tested by the processor modules. Discrepant data are sent through one of three legs of the I/O Safetybus to determine whether the module’s voters are able to outvote the incorrect data. A failure to return the correct majority-voted result to the processors produces an I/O module error indication at the processor modules and a module fault indication at the I/O module. Each type of module has a unique identification code that is read by the controller. This code lets the controller know which type of module is installed in each I/O chassis slot and how to address that module and its points specifically. If a module is removed, or is replaced with a module of a different type, the processor modules will indicate an I/O module error. Loopback logic tests periodically write data to the module and then read it back to determine whether the module’s I/O bus interface logic is functioning correctly. Output Circuit Testing The output circuits of the isolated Guarded output module are automatically tested to detect failures in the redundant output switch circuits on-board the module. The output fuses are also checked for blown fuse conditions. Output Switch Testing To detect a failure in the redundant output switch circuits, each output switch is checked for turn-on and turn-off capability. Periodically, each output switch circuit on the module is tested for its ability to change its current state. During testing, the output state is changed; outputs that are on are turned off and outputs that are off are turned on. Output switch testing is no-coincident and does not produce a turn-on pulse to the load. Two output test pulses are 4 Industrial Control Services Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) performed on each switch to eliminate the effects of AC phase on the test. When two isolated Guarded output modules are wired in parallel for fault tolerance, the output circuit testing is noncoincident between the modules and the test pulses do not disturb the load in either the on or off state. When an output switch is tested, the test pulse duration is nominally 125 msec, and is insufficient to affect the state of most field loads. The output circuit test interval will range from 1 to 60 seconds, depending on the quantity of I/O configured in the system. If an output switch doesn’t change state when tested, an output switch fault is detected. An output switch failure is annunciated as a module fault. An I/O module fault is indicated by the module FAULT LED on the module, the red I/O fault LEDs on the processor modules and the system control relay fault bit for the module assembly and slot. Output Fuse Monitoring For each output, the voltage at the fuse terminal is monitored and the optically coupled signal is sensed by the FPGAs. If a fuse blows, the corresponding output’s blown fuse LED is illuminated on the front of the module and a module fault is also indicated. Note: There are three instances when a blown fuse will not be detected. These are described below. PD-7034 Mar-06 1) For DC voltage applications, the positive side of the field power source must be connected to the “IN” terminal and the load must be connected to the fused “OUT” terminal for proper blown fuse detection. 2) If dual modules are wired in parallel for fault tolerance, when an output is on and only one of the two modules’ fuse blows, the blown fuse is not detected. This effect will not normally occur, because if an output load short circuit occurs, both modules’ fuse should blow. 3) When an output is fully connected to a load and power source, and the output is in the off state, if the field power supply is not powered (i.e. the power source’s 5 Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) primary voltage is switched off) a blown fuse will not be detected. This is illustrated in Figure 2. Figure 2. Case 3: No Blown Fuse Detection. Front Panel Figure 3 shows the physical features of the isolated Guarded output module. The front panel of the module contains a module active and fault status indicator, a shutdown indicator, as well as output fuses, output status indicators and blown fuse indicators for the output circuits. Active/Fault Status Indicators These green and red LEDs indicate the overall health of the module and output circuits. During normal operation, the green ACTIVE indicator flashes at the controller's scan rate. If a module fault is detected, the red FAULT indicator turns on and the green ACTIVE indicator turns off. 6 Industrial Control Services Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) Figure 3. Isolated Guarded Output Module. PD-7034 Mar-06 7 Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) Shutdown Indicator Upon loss of communications with the controller, output modules enter either a shutdown or hold fault mode. If the I/O unit is set to shutdown, the red SHUTDOWN indicator will turn on when communications with the controller are lost. If the I/O unit is set to hold, the SHUTDOWN indicator will always be off (see page 13, Fault Mode Jumper). Note: When the module is installed in the I/O chassis or when logic power (from the I/O power supply modules) is first applied to the module, it will be in the shutdown mode until the first output scan, regardless of the fault mode jumper settings. Also, removing two I/O transceiver modules, two I/O power supply modules, or two power legs will cause the module to be in the shutdown mode. Output Status Indicators The output status indicators are yellow LEDs, located on the front of the module. The FPGAs logically drive the output status LEDs. The indicator is on when both of the FPGAs agree that the output circuit is energized. The blown fuse indicators are red LEDs. When a blown fuse is detected the LED is energized. Under certain operating conditions, a blown fuse may not be detected. For more information see Output Fuse Monitoring, on page 5. Application Isolated Guarded output modules provide a suitable interface to safety-critical output devices. These safety-critical devices typically include motor starters, motor operated valves or other output circuits operating from isolated power sources. Isolated Guarded output modules can be used for fail-safe or fault tolerant operation. Fail-Safe Configuration As shown in Figure 4, fail-safe configuration uses a single isolated Guarded output module. In this configuration, the worst case failure will cause the output to fail to the off state. 8 Industrial Control Services Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) In a fail-safe configuration, removing the module disables all outputs. Figure 4. Fail-Safe Configuration. Fault Tolerant Configuration For fault tolerant operation, two isolated Guarded output modules are connected in parallel as shown in Figure 5. In this configuration, operation continues even if one module fails. In the fault tolerant configuration, a failed module can be removed and replaced without interrupting operation of the loads. Figure 5. Fault Tolerant Configuration. PD-7034 Mar-06 9 Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) Fault Tolerant Configuration with Redundant Actuators When redundant actuators are installed in the field, the level of fault protection can be extended to include the field wiring and actuators. Each actuator should be connected to an individual isolated Guarded output module as shown in Figure 6. In this configuration continuous operation can be maintained even if a module, field wiring or load fault occurs. Figure 6. Fault Tolerant Configuration with Redundant Actuators. Output Load Considerations Output Current Ratings The output current ratings for the isolated Guarded output module can be expressed in terms of individual output circuit ratings and total module ratings. 10 Industrial Control Services Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) In general, each output circuit is rated for 1.5 Amps from 0 to 40º C, derated linearly to 1.0 Amps at 60º C. All eight outputs can simultaneously operate at these levels, producing a total module current rating (total of all eight output circuits) of 12 Amps from 0 to 40º C, derated linearly to 8 Amps at 60º C. Applications that require higher output current ratings are allowable, but only if the total module current is reduced. You may operate output circuits as high as 2.0 Amps from 0 to 40º C, derated to 1.5 Amps at 60º C if you reduce the current on the other remaining outputs. For example the combination of output load ratings shown in Table 2 are allowable. Table 2. Output Current Ratings. 0 to 40º C at 60º C Circuit 0 < Iout < 1.5 1.5 < Iout < 2 0 < Iout < 1.5 1.5 < Iout < 2 1 1.5 0.75 1.0 1.5 2 1.5 2.0 1.0 0.5 3 1.5 0.5 1.0 1.5 4 1.5 2.0 1.0 0.5 5 1.5 0.5 1.0 0.5 6 1.5 1.0 1.0 0.5 7 1.5 0.75 1.0 0.5 8 1.5 0.5 1.0 0.5 Total (Imod) 12 8 8 6 (maximum @ 0 - 40º C) (maximum @ 60º C) Output Load Types The isolated Guarded output module is ideally suited for controlling safety critical loads including motor starters as large as NEMA Size 5. Their are some applications that may not be suitable for using the isolated Guarded output module which are described below. For these applications, other output module types available for the system should be considered. Refer to the specific Product Descriptions of these modules for their application and specifications. PD-7034 Mar-06 11 Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) Resistive Loads If resistive loads are applied, the isolated Guarded output module may erroneously annunciate a module fault. This will occur with a single, fail-safe module configuration. In dual module configurations, no erroneous faults will be annunciated until one of the two modules has a fault or is removed. In either configuration, the outputs will always be controlled on and off correctly; however, the testing of the output module’s circuits will not be sensed correctly by the module and it will report output circuit faults. Other output module types should be used for safety critical load devices that have resistive load characteristics. DC Voltage, Low Current Applications DC applications with low current loads (Iout < 100 mA) and long field wiring lengths (Ltotal > 2000 feet) may also cause erroneous fault annunciation and should be avoided. Other output module types should be considered for these applications. Field Wiring For field wiring details, refer to PD-7901 - I/O Termination Assembly (ITA). 12 Industrial Control Services Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) Fault Mode Jumper The fault mode jumper is located behind the ID switch cover in the lower left-hand corner of each I/O chassis. The position of the fault mode jumper determines the module's response to system level faults. The fault mode jumper’s position will cause all output modules in the I/O chassis to either shutdown (turn off all outputs) or to hold (hold the last state) after a system level failure occurs. An example of a system level failure is the failure of two processor modules. Keying The I/O chassis can be physically keyed to prevent accidental damage caused by inserting a module into a slot wired for a different module type. Figure 7 illustrates how the slot keys are installed on the I/O chassis slot field wiring connectors. The slot key positions for the isolated Guarded output module are listed in Table 3. Table 3. Slot Key Positions. PD-7034 Mar-06 Module Upper Connector Lower Connector T7485 12 3 13 Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) Figure 7. Installing Slot Keys. Configuration Each output module is configured using the WINTERPRET I/O Configuration Editor. In the editor you will perform the three steps described below to configure the output module. 14 Industrial Control Services Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) 1) Set the Module Type: Position the cursor on the module slot you wish to define. Choose Set Module Type from the Edit Menu and select the isolated Guarded output module from the list. 2) Edit the Module Definition: Choose Edit Module Definition from the Edit Menu. A dialog box will open where you can define the output point definitions. Figure 8. Isolated Guarded Output Module Definition. 3) Edit each point: Choose Edit from the Module Definition dialog box to define a name and description for each output point. In the Digital Output Point dialog, enter names and values for the configuration fields as described below. PD-7034 Mar-06 15 Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) Figure 9. Defining an Isolated Guarded Digital Output Point. Name Also called the tag name, this is the name used in the application program to reference the output point. The name can be up to 12 characters long. Description This 40-character field provides a place to describe the output point definition. The description is used to help document your system (it does not affect application program operation). Comm Protect Marking the Comm Protect check box protects the point from changes by communications functions such as data write, forcing, and load initial value when Comm Protect is enabled. Initial Value The initial value for the output is loaded to the Regent when you load the I/O configuration and also when you load the application program that controls the output. Final Value The final value for the output is loaded to the Regent when the application program that controls the output is deleted. Unless special circumstances exist, you should always enter zero, so that the output is turned off when you delete the application program that controls it. 16 Industrial Control Services Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) Output Module Definition In addition to configuring output point definitions, you can configure the output module definition to represent the combined state of all eight output points. The module definition represents the eight output point definitions as signed, 16-bit integers. In this format, the eight outputs are the least significant bits with output point 1 as the LSB. The eight most significant bits are always zero. The module definition names are not normally used for control purposes. However, they do provide convenient single name references to all eight outputs points when reporting status information to operator interface equipment. Programming Outputs are controlled by writing application programs that solve for output values. For example, placing an output tag name on a coil in ladder logic will cause the output to turn on when there is power flow to the coil in the ladder logic rung. To program fault tolerant outputs two output coils driven by the same control logic are used as shown in Figure 10. Figure 10. Programming Fault Tolerant Outputs. In this illustration A, B, C, D represent various logic elements used to drive the outputs; XV103A represents the output on one Guarded output module; and XV103B represents the output on the other Guarded output module. Maintenance No periodic maintenance or calibration is required for this module. Fuses can be removed and replaced without removing the module from the I/O chassis. Turning the fuse holder one- PD-7034 Mar-06 17 Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) quarter turn from its locked position releases the fuse holder, extending the fuse and allowing it to be removed. To prevent damage to the module, replacement fuses must be of the same rating and type (see Specifications, below). Safety Considerations The Isolated Guarded output module is TÜV certified to Risk Class 5 for safety critical outputs. The modules are approved for de-energize to trip safety critical outputs in single or dual module configurations. The modules are also approved for energize to trip safety critical outputs in dual module configuration only if the outputs are dynamically transitioned at a period not greater that six months (to verify the signal wiring and load device integrity). Specifications Safetybus Power 1.75 load units Number of Outputs Eight, isolated Voltage Range 12 to 130 VAC 15 to 150 VDC Frequency Range (Vac) 47 to 63 Hz Output Load Current (Iout) (0 to 40° C) derating (at 60° C) 2.0 amps max. (see page 10) 1.5 amps max. (see page 10) Module Load Current (Imod) for Iout < 1.5 amps On State Drop 12 amps (0 to 40° C), derated linearly to 8 amps at 60° C 8 amps (0 to 40° C), derated linearly to 6 amps at 60° C 2.5 volts, maximum Surge Current 20 amps, 20 msec for Iout > 1.5 amps 18 Industrial Control Services Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) Minimum Load 20 mA Over Voltage Protection Continuous: 450 VAC Output Test Load Bump Single module: Dual modules: Fusing None for turn-on test. 2 pulses at 125 msec each for turn-off test or if single fault. None during turn-on or turnoff test. 2 pulses at 125msec each if single fault. One 3 A, 250 V fast-acting per output (Littelfuse 3AG series) Output Leakage 1 mA, maximum Turn-On Delay 1.0 ms Turn-Off Delay 1.0 ms Heat Dissipation 25 Watts, 85 BTUs/hour Isolation 2500 volts minimum (field wiring to control logic) 2500 volts minimum (output to output) Operating Temperature 0° to 60° C (32° to 140° F) Storage Temperature -40° to 85° C (-40° to 185° F) Operating Humidity 0 to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing Vibration 10 to 55 Hz: ±0.15mm Shock Operating: PD-7034 Mar-06 15 g, ½ sine wave, 11 msec 19 Isolated Guarded Digital Output Module (T7485) Electromagnetic Interference • • • • • IEC 801 Part 2 - Electrostatic Discharges IEC 801 Part 3 - Radiated Electromagnetic Fields IEC 801 Part 4 - Transients and Bursts IEC 801 Part 5 - Surge Immunity ANSI/IEEE C37.90 - Surge Withstand Capability Safety Level 3: Contact discharge of 6 kV Level 3: 10 V/M, 27 MHz 500 MHz Level 4: 2 kV, 2.5 kHz for t=60 sec Level 3: 2 kV 2.5 kV damped 1 MHz sine wave, 4 kV bi-directional impulse, 10 nsec rise time, fast transient Certified to DIN V VDE 0801 for Risk Class 5. Also designed to meet UL 508 and CSA 22.2, No. 142-M1981 Dimensions Height: Width: Depth: Weight 20 12.6" (320 mm) 1.27" (32 mm) 10.12" (257 mm) 4.2 lbs (1.8 kg) Industrial Control Services ">
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Key Features
- Eight isolated outputs
- Fault-tolerant operation
- Hot-replaceable
- Automatic testing
- Front panel indicators
- TÜV certified
- Fail-safe design
- 2500V isolation
Frequently Answers and Questions
What are the applications of ICS Triplex ICS Regent+Plus Isolated Guarded Output Modules?
These modules are ideal for applications requiring high reliability and safety, such as control of motor starters, motor operated valves, and other output circuits operating from isolated power sources. They can be used for both fail-safe and fault-tolerant operation.
How many outputs does the module have?
The module has eight isolated guarded outputs.
What is the purpose of the fault mode jumper?
The fault mode jumper lets you set the module's response to system-level faults. You can configure it to shutdown (turn off all outputs) or to hold (hold the last state) after a system-level failure occurs.
What is the maximum output current rating?
Each output circuit is rated for 1.5 Amps from 0 to 40º C, derated linearly to 1.0 Amps at 60º C. All eight outputs can simultaneously operate at these levels, producing a total module current rating (total of all eight output circuits) of 12 Amps from 0 to 40º C, derated linearly to 8 Amps at 60º C. Applications that require higher output current ratings are allowable, but only if the total module current is reduced.
What is the purpose of the module's triplicated Safetybus interface?
The module's triplicated Safetybus interface ensures that no Regent system failure will inadvertently apply power to an output. It provides redundancy in communications to ensure safe operation.