{"product_id":"f-8628-hima-himax-communication-digital-output-modules","title":"F 8628 HIMA HIMax Communication Digital Output Modules","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHIMA F8628 Safety Communication and Output Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHIMA F8628\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eF8628\u003c\/strong\u003e Communication and Digital Output Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for data communication and safety-related output execution within HIMax and H41q \/ H51q Safety System platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF8628\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHIMA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Rack Module Frame\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Industrial Limits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 VDC @ 110 mA, 24 VDC @ 180 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHIMax, compatible with H41q \/ H51q systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData communication and output control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSIL 3 certified according to IEC 61508 \/ IEC 61511\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfibus DP slave, ELOP II via Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 Safety Output Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Output Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 mA per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Output Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 W per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Voltage Drop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax 2 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLine Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax 11 ohm (internal + external)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUndervoltage Threshold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtection Circuits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalvanic isolation, short-circuit protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRack-mounted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGalvanic Isolation and SIL 3 Fail-Safe Execution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo prevent field transients from penetrating core processing logic, internal transformer and optocoupler arrays maintain galvanically isolated channels across all 8 safety-related output circuits. Built-in diagnostic monitors continuously verify channel load integrity, automatically driving outputs to a de-energized fail-safe state whenever line resistance exceeds 11 ohm or supply levels breach the 16 V undervoltage threshold. Dual communication paths enforce deterministic messaging via Profibus DP slave and Ethernet interfaces, assuring continuous synchronization with upstream safety CPUs while preserving SIL 3 safety integrity limits across the host system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the module react when an output channel encounters a short-circuit condition?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Integrated current-limiting and short-circuit protection circuitry actively senses overcurrent events, isolating the affected output channel immediately to prevent thermal overload while reporting the diagnostic fault to the central CPU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the backplane power supply draw requirements for this module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module draws 110 mA from the internal 5 VDC backplane rail for logic processing and 180 mA from the 24 VDC auxiliary rail to power output switching circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is safety logic programmed and communicated through the interface?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module communicates via Ethernet using ELOP II programming software and operates simultaneously as a Profibus DP slave for deterministically cyclic data exchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways disconnect 24 VDC power and isolate field loop supplies before inserting or removing the module from the rack slot. Slide the card smoothly along chassis guides to prevent bent backplane pins, then tighten top and bottom mechanical lock screws to establish a firm ground connection. Connect field wiring using shielded twisted-pair cables for Profibus DP lines, ensuring cable shields tie directly to a central enclosure ground rail via 360-degree ground clamps. Maintain strict separation between 24 VDC safety output wiring and high-voltage AC power conductors within cable trays to eliminate capacitive coupling and signal corruption.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43821551583331,"sku":"F8628","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/93_e4a498d3-22b6-4774-bb5e-4d9fe200b784.jpg?v=1762477173","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/f-8628-hima-himax-communication-digital-output-modules","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}