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B&R X20SC0842

8 safe digital inputs, sink circuit 4 pulse outputs Software input filter configurable for each channel 4 safe digital outputs, output type A with 3 A, source circuit 2 safe digital outputs, output type B with 50 mA, source circuit Integrated output protection The module is equipped with 8 safe digital inputs and 6 safe digital outputs. It is designed for a nominal voltage of 24 VDC. The module can be used to read in digital signals and to control actuators in safety-related applications up to PL e or SIL 3. The module is equipped with filters that are individually configurable for switch-on and switch-off behavior. The module also provides pulse signals for diagnosing the sensor line. The outputs are designed using semiconductor technology so that the safety-related characteristics do not depend on the number of operating cycles. The "high-side low-side" variant (output type A) is limited to actuators without reference potential (e.g. relays, valves). Type A outputs have safety-related advantages since the actuator can be cut off in its connection cable in all error scenarios. The "high-side high-side" variant (output type B) is required for actuators with reference potential (e.g. Enable inputs on frequency inverters). It is important to observe the special notices for the cabling in this case. Safe digital output channels provide protection against automatic restart when network errors occur. This module is designed for X20 12-pin terminal blocks.

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Technical specifications

Short description
I/O module8 safe type A digital inputs, 4 pulse outputs, 24 VDC, 4 safe type A digital outputs, 24 VDC, 3 A, OSSD <500 µs, 2 safe type B2 digital outputs, 24 VDC, 50 mA, OSSD <500 µs
General information
Diagnostics / Module run/errorYes, using LED status indicator and software
Diagnostics / OutputsYes, using LED status indicator and software
Diagnostics / InputsYes, using LED status indicator and software
Blackout mode / ScopeModule
Blackout mode / FunctionModule functionality
Blackout mode / Standalone modeNo
Power consumption / Bus0.4 W
Power consumption / Internal I/O2.5 W
Additional power dissipation caused by actuators (resistive) [W] / Safe digital HS-LS outputs0.84
Additional power dissipation caused by actuators (resistive) [W] / Safe digital HS-HS outputs0.175
Additional power dissipation caused by actuators (resistive) [W] / Pulse outputs0.8
Electrical isolation / Channel - BusYes
Electrical isolation / Channel - ChannelNo
Certifications / CEYes
Certifications / UKCAYes
Certifications / CRA (Cyber Resilience Act)In preparation
Certifications / Functional safetycULus FSPC E361559 Energy and industrial systems Certified for functional safety ANSI UL 1998:2013
Certifications / Functional safety #2IEC 61508, up to SIL 3 IEC 62061, up to SIL 3 ISO 13849-1, up to Cat. 4 / PL e IEC 61511, up to SIL 3
Certifications / Functional safety #3EN 50156-1
Certifications / ATEXZone 2, II 3G Ex nA nC IIA T5 Gc IP20, Ta (see X20 user's manual) FTZÚ 09 ATEX 0083X
Certifications / ULcULus E115267 Industrial control equipment cULus E537419 Engine generator controller
B&R ID code0xE7F9
Status indicatorsI/O function per channel, operating state, module status
Safety characteristics
NoteSee section "Safety characteristics".
I/O power supply
Nominal voltage24 VDC
Voltage range24 VDC -15% / +20%
Integrated protective functionReverse polarity protection
Safe digital inputs
Input filter / Hardware≤150 µs
Input filter / SoftwareConfigurable between 0 and 500 ms
Switching threshold / Low<5 VDC
Switching threshold / High>15 VDC
Quantity8
VariantType A
Nominal voltage24 VDC
Input characteristics per EN 61131-2Type 1
Input circuitSink
Input voltage24 VDC -15% / +20%
Input current at 24 VDCMin. 2 mA to max. 3.28 mA
Input resistanceMin. 7.33 kΩ
Error detection time100 ms
Insulation voltage between channel and bus500 Veff
Line length between signal source (pulse output or external signal) and inputMax. 60 m with unshielded line Max. 400 m with shielded line
Safe digital HS-LS outputs
Quantity4
VariantFET, 1x positive switching, 1x negative switching, type A, output level readable
Nominal voltage24 VDC
Nominal output current3 A
Total nominal current10 A
Output protectionSee section "Inrush current behavior for output channels".
Braking voltage when switching off inductive loadsMax. 90 VDC
Error detection1 s
Insulation voltage between channel and bus500 Veff
Peak short-circuit currentSee section "Inrush current behavior for output channels".
Leakage current when the output is switched off<1 mA
RDS(on)30 mΩ
Switching voltageI/O power supply minus voltage drop due to RDS(on)
Max. switching frequencySee section "Inrush current behavior for output channels".
Test pulse lengthMax. 500 µs
Max. capacitive load100 nF
Safe digital HS-HS outputs
Quantity2
VariantFET, 2x positive switching, type B2, output level readable
Nominal voltage24 VDC
Nominal output current50 mA
Total nominal current100 mA
Output protectionSee section "Inrush current behavior for output channels".
Braking voltage when switching off inductive loadsMax. 45 VDC
Error detection time1 s
Insulation voltage between channel and bus500 Veff
Peak short-circuit currentSee section "Inrush current behavior for output channels".
Leakage current when the output is switched off<1 mA
RDS(on)35 Ω
Switching voltageI/O power supply minus voltage drop due to RDS(on)
Max. switching frequencySee section "Inrush current behavior for output channels".
Test pulse lengthMax. 500 µs
Max. capacitive load100 nF
Current on loss of ground
IOUT<100 µA
IGND<50 mA
Pulse outputs
Quantity4
VariantPush-Pull
Nominal output current50 mA
Output protectionShutdown of individual channels in the event of overload or short circuit
Peak short-circuit current0.5 A for 120 µs
Short-circuit current15 mAeff
Leakage current when the output is switched off0.1 mA
RDS(on)80 Ω
Switching voltageI/O power supply minus voltage drop due to RDS(on)
Total nominal current200 mA
Operating conditions
Mounting orientation / HorizontalYes
Mounting orientation / VerticalYes
Installation elevation above sea level0 to 2000 m, no limitation
Degree of protection per EN 60529IP20
Ambient conditions
Temperature / Operation / Horizontal mounting orientation0 to 60°C
Temperature / Operation / Vertical mounting orientation0 to 50°C
Temperature / DeratingSee section "Derating".
Temperature / Storage-40 to 85°C
Temperature / Transport-40 to 85°C
Relative humidity / Operation5 to 95%, non-condensing
Relative humidity / Storage5 to 95%, non-condensing
Relative humidity / Transport5 to 95%, non-condensing
Mechanical properties
NoteOrder 2x safety-keyed terminal block separately. Order 1x safety-keyed bus module separately.
Pitch25⁺⁰.² mm

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