8103AI-TX Analog Input Module , China 8103AI-TX Analog Input Module Manufacturers, Suppliers, Factory

Overview

Place of Origin:	UK
Brand Name:	MTL
Model Number:	8103AI-TX
Packaging Details:	Original new Factory Sealed
Delivery Time:	5-7 days
Payment Terms:	T/T
Supply Ability:	In stock

Specifications

Description	Specification
Dimension	4.2x12.5x10.5cm
Weight	0.22kg
Number of channels	8, single-ended
Nominal signal range (span)	to 20 mA
Full signal range	1 to 23 mA
Out of range alarm - Lower threshold	> 23.5 mA
Out of range alarm - Upper threshold	< 0.5 mA
Output voltage (@ 20 mA)	0.5 V (min.)
Output current	32 mA (max.)
Accuracy (over temp range)	± 0.1% of span
Resolution	16 bits
Repeatability	0.05% of span
Isolation - Any channel to Railbus	100 V ac
Isolation - Between channels	None
Alarms	High, high-high, low and low-low
Alarm deadband (hysteresis)	User defined value
Input filter time constant	User defined value
Input dead zone	User defined value
Drive on failsafe	Disabled / upscale / downscale
Channel status	Active / Inactive
Response time - Signal change to availability on Railbus	27 ms (max.)
Railbus (12V) current - Typical	100 mA
Railbus (12V) current - Maximum	150 mA
Bussed Field Power - 2-wire Tx	300 mA (max.) (@ 24 Vdc ± 10%)
Bussed Field Power - 4-wire Tx	60 mA (max.)

Description

The 8103-AI-TX is a high-reliability 8-channel analog input module designed specifically for industrial process control. As a core component of advanced distributed I/O systems, it is dedicated to acquiring standard current signals from industrial environments and converting them into accurate digital quantities that the system can recognize. This module boasts superior anti-interference capabilities, a built-in explosion-proof safety design, and perfect compatibility with various transmitter architectures.

Applications

Fine Chemical Plants: Monitor level and pressure signals in reactors for closed-loop control.

Oil and Gas Plants: Used in hazardous areas for long-distance flow monitoring.

Pharmaceutical Processing Plants: Provide stable data acquisition for cleanroom monitoring systems.

Industrial Wastewater Plants: Collect real-time water quality data to optimize dosing control.

Energy and Power Plants: Acquire auxiliary system data for boilers and desulfurization units.

Feature

8 single-ended 4-20 mA input channels

Non-incendive field circuits

4–20 mA

2- or 4-wire transmitters

Open and short circuit detection

24 V dc bussed field power required

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting: The channel status indicator function can quickly locate "invalid" or "alarm" channels. If reading fluctuations occur, check the stability of the backplane bus power supply and the grounding quality of the field cable shielding.

Maintenance Recommendations: It is recommended to periodically verify the user-defined "dead zone" and "hysteresis" parameters using the system software to eliminate signal glitches caused by mechanical vibration. During system expansion, live module replacement is supported, effectively avoiding unplanned downtime.

FAQ

Q: Can the 8103AI-TX accurately process analog signals with up to 16-bit resolution?
A: Yes, it uses high-precision A/D conversion to ensure accurate and stable process monitoring.

Q: How does the 8103AI-TX maintain signal integrity across the 1–23 mA range?
A: It provides excellent linearity and stable signal acquisition throughout the full operating range.

Q: How does the 8103AI-TX achieve ±0.1% full-temperature accuracy in harsh environments?
A: Advanced temperature compensation minimizes signal errors under changing industrial conditions.

Q: How does the 8103AI-TX respond to signals below 0.5 mA or above 23.5 mA?
A: It automatically triggers an “Out of range” alarm for fast fault detection.

Q: What is the benefit of the 27 ms response time in the 8103AI-TX?
A: The fast response enables real-time data acquisition for high-speed closed-loop control.