MTL Instruments|8709-CA-08-01|8-Slot I/O Module Carrier
MTL 8709-CA-08-01 8-Slot I/O Module Carrier
Description
MTL 8709-CA-08-01 is an extended addressing carrier for up to eight general-purpose I/O modules, supporting bussed field power and DIN rail mounting.
Features
- 8-module capacity with extended addressing
- Supports Railbus communication and power distribution
- Bussed field power connections for modules
- Isolated earthing bar for cable shields
- Compatible with DIN rail or panel mounting
Technical Specifications
- Address Range: 1–64 (64-slot address bus)
- Module Capacity: Up to 8 I/O modules
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Hazardous Area Approvals:
- Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T6
- Zone 2, IIC, T6 (‘n’ type per EN50021:1999)
- FM and CSA approved for Div 2; ATEX Category 3 for Zone 2
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Electrical:
- Railbus: Female in, male out connectors
- Bussed Field Power: Dual 8-pin connectors (shared for modules 5–8)
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Environmental:
- Operating Temperature: –40°C to +70°C
- Storage Temperature: –40°C to +85°C
- Humidity: 5–95% RH, non-condensing
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Mechanical:
- Dimensions: 342 mm (w) × 170 mm (d) × 22 mm (h)
- Weight: 680 g
- Mounting: DIN rail (35×7.5 mm, 35×15 mm per EN 50022, or G-rail per EN 50035) or panel
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Materials:
- Housing: Modified poly-phenylene oxide
- PCB: Epoxy resin woven glass laminate
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Compatibility:
- For use with 8521-XX-XX controllers/EBIM only
- Accepts general-purpose field terminals and I/O modules (2/2)
MTL Instruments|8709-CA-08-01|8-Slot I/O Module Carrier

MTL Instruments|8709-CA-08-01|8-Slot I/O Module Carrier
MTL 8709-CA-08-01 8-Slot I/O Module Carrier
Description
MTL 8709-CA-08-01 is an extended addressing carrier for up to eight general-purpose I/O modules, supporting bussed field power and DIN rail mounting.
Features
- 8-module capacity with extended addressing
- Supports Railbus communication and power distribution
- Bussed field power connections for modules
- Isolated earthing bar for cable shields
- Compatible with DIN rail or panel mounting
Technical Specifications
- Address Range: 1–64 (64-slot address bus)
- Module Capacity: Up to 8 I/O modules
-
Hazardous Area Approvals:
- Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T6
- Zone 2, IIC, T6 (‘n’ type per EN50021:1999)
- FM and CSA approved for Div 2; ATEX Category 3 for Zone 2
-
Electrical:
- Railbus: Female in, male out connectors
- Bussed Field Power: Dual 8-pin connectors (shared for modules 5–8)
-
Environmental:
- Operating Temperature: –40°C to +70°C
- Storage Temperature: –40°C to +85°C
- Humidity: 5–95% RH, non-condensing
-
Mechanical:
- Dimensions: 342 mm (w) × 170 mm (d) × 22 mm (h)
- Weight: 680 g
- Mounting: DIN rail (35×7.5 mm, 35×15 mm per EN 50022, or G-rail per EN 50035) or panel
-
Materials:
- Housing: Modified poly-phenylene oxide
- PCB: Epoxy resin woven glass laminate
-
Compatibility:
- For use with 8521-XX-XX controllers/EBIM only
- Accepts general-purpose field terminals and I/O modules (2/2)