The Triconex 3806E is a high-performance communication module designed for integrating Triconex safety systems with various industrial networks, ensuring reliable data exchange in safety-critical environments. Here are the detailed specifications and features:
Basic Information
- Manufacturer: Triconex (a brand of Schneider Electric).
- Product Type: Communication module.
- Primary Function: Facilitates communication between Triconex safety controllers (e.g., Tricon, Trident) and external systems via multiple protocols.
Technical Specifications
- Communication Protocols: Supports industry-standard protocols including Modbus TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, and OPC UA, enabling seamless integration with SCADA systems, HMI, and other industrial control platforms.
- Ethernet Ports: Equipped with dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports (RJ45) for redundant network connections, ensuring uninterrupted communication.
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 100 Mbps, suitable for real-time data transmission in time-critical applications.
- Memory: 256 MB RAM and 512 MB flash memory for storing configuration data and handling communication buffers.
- Power Supply: Backplane-powered (5 VDC) with typical power consumption of 5 W.
- Isolation: Provides galvanic isolation (2.5 kV AC) between the module and backplane to prevent signal interference.
Product Features
- Redundant Design: Dual Ethernet ports support redundant network architectures, minimizing downtime due to network failures.
- Security: Incorporates features like port locking, protocol filtering, and secure authentication to protect against unauthorized access, enhancing cybersecurity in industrial networks.
- Hot-Swappable: Supports online replacement without shutting down the system, reducing maintenance-related downtime.
- Comprehensive Diagnostics: Real-time monitoring of network status, link integrity, and protocol errors, with diagnostic data accessible via the Triconex configuration software (e.g., TriStation).
- Safety Certifications: Complies with IEC 61508 (SIL 3), ATEX, IECEx, UL, and CE, ensuring suitability for hazardous and safety-critical environments.
Operating Environment
- Temperature Range: -40°C to +70°C (operating); -40°C to +85°C (storage).
- Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing).
- Vibration/Shock: Conforms to IEC 60068-2-6 (vibration) and IEC 60068-2-27 (shock) standards, suitable for harsh industrial settings.
Application AreasWidely used in safety-critical industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, power generation, and chemical processing. Typical applications include:
- Connecting Triconex emergency shutdown systems (ESD) to SCADA/HMI for remote monitoring.
- Enabling data exchange between fire and gas detection systems (FGS) and central control rooms.
- Integrating turbine control systems with plant-wide automation networks.
The Triconex 3806E ensures reliable, secure, and real-time communication, making it a critical component in maintaining the integrity of industrial safety systems.
