{"product_id":"8306a-triconex-schneider-electric-power-module-24-48vdc","title":"8306A Triconex Schneider Electric Power Module 24-48VDC","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTRICONEX 8306A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as a specialized power supply expansion unit engineered to extend and stabilize power distribution within\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriconex Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS)\u003c\/strong\u003e. It facilitates the delivery of clean, regulated power from the main chassis to remote or expanded chassis configurations, ensuring that all I\/O modules receive consistent voltage. By supporting\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehot redundancy\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 8306A eliminates power-related single points of failure in mission-critical environments. We supply this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing the electrical foundation necessary for high-integrity Emergency Shutdown (ESD) and Fire \u0026amp; Gas (F\u0026amp;G) systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8306A provides robust power conditioning and supports wide-range DC inputs for industrial flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\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\u003eTriconex (Schneider Electric)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Supply Expansion Unit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24–48 VDC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRedundancy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Hot Redundancy Support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Convection (No Fans)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRack-mounted or DIN rail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0°C to +60°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (HxWxD)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e63 mm × 178 mm × 394 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.3 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCE, CSA, UL, ATEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless Hot Redundancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 8306A operates in parallel with a second expansion unit. If one power source or module fails, the redundant partner instantly assumes the full load. This bumpless transition ensures that the Triconex safety processors and I\/O modules remain energized without resetting or dropping process data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWide Input Voltage Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module accepts an input range of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e24 to 48 VDC\u003c\/strong\u003e. This versatility allows the unit to operate effectively across various plant power architectures, including standard battery-backed DC systems and remote power skids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Chassis Scalability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAs safety systems grow, power requirements increase. The 8306A provides the high-capacity current needed to drive dense I\/O configurations across multiple chassis, preventing voltage drops that could lead to erratic module behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePassive Thermal Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe design utilizes natural convection cooling, removing the need for external fans. Eliminating moving parts significantly increases the Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and prevents dust ingress often caused by forced-air cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial-Grade Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBuilt for the most demanding sites, the 8306A features internal over-voltage and over-current protection. It shields the safety backplane from field-side electrical surges and maintains stable output even during fluctuations in the primary DC bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. How does the 8306A interact with the main Tricon power modules?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8306A acts as an expansion bridge. It takes the primary power input and distributes it across the backplane to power I\/O modules. When used in pairs, it works with the main power system to create a fully fault-tolerant power layer for the entire chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Is the 8306A compatible with 110VAC or 220VAC power sources?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8306A is a DC-to-DC expansion unit designed for 24–48 VDC. If your primary plant power is AC, you must use a Triconex AC-to-DC power module (such as the 8310 or 8311) to provide the initial DC source before expanding via the 8306A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Can I replace an 8306A while the safety system is running?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 8306A is fully hot-swappable. In a redundant configuration, the partner module carries the load, allowing you to slide the faulty unit out and replace it with a new one without interrupting the process control or safety functions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Does this module require specific maintenance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the 8306A uses natural convection cooling, maintenance is minimal. We recommend periodic inspections to ensure the vents remain unobstructed and the power terminals remain tightened to the specified torque to prevent heat buildup from loose connections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Triconex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43783277445219,"sku":"8306A","price":188.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/22.1_2763e42b-551a-4519-8509-a737f9416751.jpg?v=1760671715","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/8306a-triconex-schneider-electric-power-module-24-48vdc","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}