T8442 | ICS Triplex Trusted Series | TMR Speed Monitor Module

Product Description

The ICS Triplex T8442 Speed Monitor Module is part of the Trusted Series platform, designed to provide fault-tolerant monitoring and expander interface functionality. Built on Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) architecture, the T8442 ensures reliable high-speed communication between expander and controller chassis. With a 50 MHz clock and 250 Mbps bus data rate, it delivers robust performance for safety-critical applications.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICS Triplex

• Model: T8442

• Product Type: Trusted TMR Speed Monitor / Expander Interface Module

• Voltage Range: 20–32 VDC

• Heat Dissipation: 40 W

• Maximum Load: 40 W

• Module Clock Speed: 50 MHz

• Expander Bus Data Rate: 250 Mbps

• Compatible Chassis: T8300

• I/O Interface: Expander chassis backplane

• Operating Temperature Range: –5 °C to +60 °C (13 °F to 140 °F)

• Non-Operating Temperature Range: –25 °C to +70 °C (–25 °F to 158 °F)

• Operating Humidity: 5%–95% RH, non-condensing

• Dimensions (L × W × H): 30.3 cm × 3.1 cm × 26.6 cm

• Weight: 1.14 kg

• Shipping Weight: 3 kg

Key Features

• Triple Modular Redundancy for fault-tolerant monitoring.

• High-speed expander bus communication at 250 Mbps.

• Compact design optimized for Trusted Series chassis.

• Rugged construction for industrial reliability.

• Efficient heat dissipation for stable operation.

Application Scenarios

• Safety-critical control systems requiring speed monitoring and expander communication.

• Power generation and chemical processing facilities.

• Aerospace and defense systems with strict redundancy requirements.

• Distributed control systems needing high-speed expansion capability.

FAQ

Q: Which chassis is the T8442 compatible with?  A: It is designed for use with the T8300 chassis.

Q: What is the expander bus data rate?  A: The module supports 250 Mbps data transfer.

Q: How does the module maintain fault tolerance?  A: It uses Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) architecture.

Q: What is the operating temperature range?  A: –5 °C to +60 °C (13 °F to 140 °F).