Description
- The ICS TRIPLEX T8310 is the core processing unit of the Trusted Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) system. It is designed to provide maximum safety and availability for critical control applications by employing a fault-tolerant architecture where three internal sub-modules “vote” on all operations, ensuring that no single hardware failure can cause a system trip or loss of control.
Product Parameters
- Architecture: Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR)
- Processor Type: High-performance RISC
- Memory: 32 MB DRAM / 8 MB Flash
- Clock Speed: 100 MHz
- Scan Time: < 10 ms (Typical)
- Communication: Dual redundant Peer-to-Peer and Modbus
- Internal Diagnostics: Self-testing at > 99.9% coverage
Product Specifications
- Origin: United Kingdom
- Discontinued Status: Legacy (Supported by Rockwell Automation)
- Weight: 1.45 kg
- Dimensions: 265 x 190 x 45 mm
- Datasheet: Available upon request
ICS Triplex T8310
ICS Triplex T8310
ICS Triplex T8310
Application Fields
- Emergency Shutdown (ESD): Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) for oil and gas.
- Fire and Gas (F&G): High-reliability detection and mitigation systems.
- Turbomachinery: Control and protection for large-scale power turbines.
- Nuclear Power: Safety-critical monitoring and auxiliary control loops.
Product Q&A
Q: How does the “Voting” mechanism work in the T8310? A: Each T8310 contains three independent execution paths. The results are compared by hardware voters; if one path disagrees, it is overridden by the other two, and a fault is logged without stopping the process.
Q: Can the T8310 be replaced while the system is online? A: Yes, the Trusted system supports “Hot Replacement,” allowing a faulty processor to be swapped while the redundant partners maintain full control of the plant.
Q: What programming software is used for this module? A: The T8310 is typically configured and programmed using the Toolset software suite, which supports IEC 61131-3 compliant languages.
