Product Description
Triconex 8401 Trident System Chassis
Product Overview
- Description: The Triconex 8401 is a Trident System Chassis designed for use in Triconex safety instrumented systems (SIS), part of Schneider Electric’s Triconex product line. It serves as a modular rack to house Trident Main Processor Modules (e.g., 3101 S2), I/O modules (e.g., 3721N Analog Input, 3625N Digital Output)
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Triconex (Schneider Electric) |
| Series | Triconex Trident Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) |
| Model/Part Number | 8401 |
| Model Type | Trident System Chassis |
| Function | Houses Main Processor, I/O, and communication modules; provides power and communication buses |
| Display | Not applicable (no integrated display) |
| Inputs | Power inputs (24 VDC or 120/240 VAC, depending on power supply module) |
| Outputs | Power and communication signals to installed modules |
| Communication Interfaces | TriBus for TMR communication, backplane for module interconnectivity |
| Signal Conditioning | Not applicable (chassis function) |
| Accuracy | Not applicable |
| Redundancy | Supports Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) architecture |
| Diagnostics | Supported via installed processor and I/O modules, monitored through TriStation 1131 |
| Compatibility | Triconex Trident systems, compatible with Tricon and Tri-GP via specific configurations |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC or 120/240 VAC (via external or integrated power supply modules) |
| Power Consumption | Depends on installed modules (typically 50–150 W for fully populated chassis) |
| Environmental Specifications | Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Enclosure | IP20 (when installed in Triconex cabinet or enclosure) |
| Dimensions | Approx. 483 mm (W) x 305 mm (H) x 200 mm (D) (estimated) |
| Weight | Approx. 5–10 kg (depending on configuration and installed modules) |
| Mounting | Rack-mounted in Triconex cabinet or enclosure |
| Certifications | CE, UL, CSA, SIL 3 (IEC 61508), TÜV Rheinland (system-dependent) |