The HIMA F60 AI 80 1(Part No. 982200214) is an 8-channel analog input module specifically designed for use within HIMA’s safety-related automation systems. It belongs to the HIMax and HIQuad X series architecture, offering high-integrity data acquisition for critical process variables such as temperature, pressure, level, and flow.

Engineered to meet the rigorous demands of functional safety, this module ensures SIL 3 compliance in accordance with IEC 61508. The F60 AI 8 01 supports a variety of analog signal types, including current and voltage, and is designed for hot swapping and redundancy, making it suitable for high-availability environments such as oil & gas, chemical, power generation, and transportation.

Its robust construction and intelligent diagnostics capabilities ensure safe operation, reduce downtime, and contribute to maintaining system reliability over long lifecycles.

Product Specifications

Applications

The HIMA F60 AI 80 1 analog input module is trusted in safety-critical applications where reliable analog signal acquisition is crucial. Its typical applications include:

• Oil & Gas Industry: Monitoring wellhead pressures, pipeline flow rates, and tank levels in offshore and onshore platforms.

• Chemical Processing Plants: Acquiring temperature and pH levels in reactor systems and distillation columns.

• Power Generation: Monitoring turbine speed, temperature, boiler pressure, and fuel levels.

• Railway Signaling Systems: Gathering environmental data for safety logic systems.

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Monitoring pressure and temperature in batch processing under GMP compliance.

• Water & Wastewater Plants: Acquiring sensor data for flow and turbidity in treatment systems.

Advantages

• High Safety Compliance: SIL 3 certified module that supports safety-critical automation systems.

• Multi-Signal Input: Accepts a variety of signal types (current, voltage, thermocouples), eliminating the need for multiple module types.

• Channel Diagnostics: Each channel is equipped with diagnostics for broken wires, short circuits, and signal failure.

• Hot Swap Capability: Allows module replacement without shutting down the system, reducing downtime.

• Galvanic Isolation: High-level channel-to-channel isolation protects control systems from electrical noise and surges.

• Compact Size: Slim profile allows high-density I/O installations in limited cabinet space.

• Designed for Redundancy: Fully supports redundant configurations for mission-critical operations.

• Long-Term Reliability: Engineered for 24/7 use in extreme industrial environments.

• Ease of Integration: Seamlessly connects with HIMA’s HIMax and HIQuad X platforms.

• Regulatory Approved: Certified to global standards including CE, RoHS, and ATEX for hazardous locations.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What type of signals can the F60 AI 80 1 module receive?

   It supports analog voltage, current, RTDs, and thermocouple inputs.

2. Is the module SIL-certified?

   Yes, it is SIL 3 certified per IEC 61508, ideal for safety-critical systems.

3. Can I install this module in hazardous locations?

   Yes, it complies with ATEX and other certifications allowing use in hazardous environments.

4. Does it support redundancy?

   Absolutely. The module is designed to operate in redundant HIMA systems.

5. Is hot swapping supported?

   Yes, modules can be replaced during operation without system shutdown.

6. What diagnostic features are included?

   Channel diagnostics include wire-break detection, signal loss, and short circuit alerts.

7. How is the module mounted?

   It is DIN rail-mountable and designed for use with HIMA HIMax and HIQuad X racks.

8. What is the resolution of the analog inputs?

   The inputs are 16-bit resolution for precise analog signal capture.

9. How many input channels does this module have?

   It has 8 analog input channels.

10. What’s the difference between this and digital input modules from HIMA?

    This module handles continuous analog signals, whereas digital modules handle discrete on/off signals.