Description
HIMA F35 Central Module
The HIMA F35 is a high-performance central module designed for use in HIMA’s safety-related automation systems. It serves as the processing core within the HIMATRIX or HIMAX platforms (depending on the specific configuration), providing ultra-fast execution of safety logic and ensuring the integrity of industrial processes in critical environments.
Product Overview
The F35 module is engineered to meet the highest safety standards, including SIL 3. It manages input/output data, executes user-defined safety programs, and maintains communication with other system components. Its architecture is optimized for real-time performance and fault tolerance.
- Product Series: HIMA Safety Systems
- Module Type: Central Processing Unit / Central Module
- Safety Integrity Level: SIL 3 (IEC 61508)
HIMA F35
Product Parameters (Datasheet)
| Parameter | Specification |
| Processor Type | High-speed dedicated safety microprocessor |
| Memory Capacity | 1 MB Flash / 1 MB SRAM (model dependent) |
| Response Time | < 10ms (typical logic execution) |
| Operating Voltage | 24 VDC (-15% to +20%) |
| Current Consumption | Approx. 0.8 A |
| Interfaces | Ethernet (TCP/IP), RS485, SafeEthernet |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +60°C |
| Protection Class | IP20 |
Country of Origin
- Origin: Germany
HIMA F35
Application Areas
The HIMA F35 is utilized in industries where safety and reliability are non-negotiable:
- Emergency Shutdown (ESD): Immediate halting of processes in hazardous conditions.
- Fire & Gas (F&G) Systems: Monitoring and controlling safety sensors in refineries.
- Burner Management Systems (BMS): Safe control of furnace and boiler operations.
- Turbine Control: High-speed protection for power generation equipment.
Technical Description & Features
- Redundancy: Supports various redundancy levels to ensure continuous operation even if a hardware fault occurs.
- Diagnostic Capabilities: Built-in self-test routines that detect internal hardware failures and external loop faults.
- Deterministic Communication: Uses HIMA’s proprietary protocols to ensure data arrives within defined timeframes.
- Programming: Configured using the SILworX or ELOP II software environment, supporting Function Block Diagrams (FBD) and Sequential Function Charts (SFC).
Instructions for Use
- Mounting: Install the module onto the designated subrack or DIN rail. Ensure proper grounding of the rack.
- Powering Up: Apply a stabilized 24V DC power supply. Observe the front-panel LEDs for “Run” and “System OK” status.
- Loading Logic: Download the safety-certified program via the communication port using an engineering workstation.
- Maintenance: Periodically check the diagnostic logs for any reported minor faults or communication errors. The module is hot-swappable in redundant configurations.
Documentation & Manuals
For comprehensive technical details, wiring diagrams, and safety certification documents, please refer to the official HIMA F35 datasheet.
Download HIMA F35 MANUAL datasheet
