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)