{"product_id":"hima-f-3236-himatrix-16-channel-safety-related-input-module","title":"HIMA F 3236 HIMatrix 16-Channel Safety-Related Input Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHIMA F 3236\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as a high-density, 16-fold safety-related input interface for the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHIMatrix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esafety system. It monitors signals and sensors that demand stringent safety isolation according to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAK 1 to 6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003erequirement classes. By processing mechanical contacts and 24V DC electronic signals with a rapid 8ms typical switching time, this module ensures the central safety controller receives precise, real-time field data to maintain total plant integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e100% Brand New and Original Factory Sealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F 3236 occupies 4 TE (Total Units) of rack space to provide 16 independent, high-integrity safety channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHIMA Paul Hildebrandt GmbH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16-Fold (Safety-Related)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequirement Class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAK 1 through AK 6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Signal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1-signal, 6 mA \/ Mechanical Contact 24 V\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwitching Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 ms (Typical)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpace Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 TE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Data (Logic)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 V DC \/ 120 mA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Data (Field)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 V DC \/ 200 mA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.0 KG (Protective Packaging Included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRigorous Safety Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe F 3236 meets the AK 1-6 safety requirement classes. This certification allows engineers to deploy the module in high-risk zones where electrical separation and fault-tolerance remain mandatory for Emergency Shutdown (ESD) and Fire \u0026amp; Gas (F\u0026amp;G) applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Rack Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOccupying only\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 TE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof horizontal rack space, this 16-channel unit maximizes I\/O count per subrack. It effectively solves the problem of overcrowded control cabinets, allowing for system expansion without the need for additional rack hardware or larger enclosures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Signal Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module accepts both 6 mA electronic signals and standard 24 V mechanical contacts. This flexibility simplifies the hardware procurement process; a single F 3236 unit manages diverse field device types within the same safety loop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Logic Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA typical switching time of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8 ms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eminimizes loop latency. The module instantly communicates state changes to the CPU, ensuring the safety system executes protective measures before field anomalies escalate into equipment damage or safety breaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat cable connector is required for the F 3236?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F 3236 utilizes a specific cable plug for field wiring. We provide the unit inclusive of the necessary connector to ensure secure, low-resistance termination and to maintain the module's safety rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this module support safety sensors requiring AK 6 classification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The F 3236 explicitly supports safety isolation requirement classes from AK 1 up to AK 6, making it compatible with the most sensitive and critical safety-instrumented functions (SIF).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the primary installation considerations for the F 3236?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module slides into a standard HIMA subrack and requires 4 TE of space. Engineers must verify that the rack's power supply can provide the combined 5 VDC and 24 VDC current for all installed modules to prevent voltage instability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the F 3236 compatible with both electronic and mechanical switches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorrect. It handles both 24 V mechanical contacts and electronic 1-signals (6 mA), allowing you to mix different sensor technologies on a single module while maintaining safety isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53084218032312,"sku":"F 3236","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/6132\/3704\/files\/F3236.jpg?v=1774317307","url":"https:\/\/www.globalpetroparts.com\/products\/hima-f-3236-himatrix-16-channel-safety-related-input-module","provider":"Global Petro Parts Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}