HIMA F4204 Planar F Safety-related 8-channel Digital Output Module

Description

The F4204 is a safety-related 8-channel digital output module developed for integration into Planar F automation architectures. This unit works within high-reliability plant setups to handle discrete digital output routing for safety loops. Running on a nominal supply voltage of 24 V DC, the device bridges the central control subsystem with critical field instrumentation actuators. The entire hardware construction is built over a standard European size printed circuit board (PCB) geometry to guarantee a stable mechanical fit within official system sub-racks while verifying vital plant logic safety goals.

Features

• Provides 8 discrete safety-related digital output pathways
• Manufactured using a standard European size PCB mechanical structural shape
• Full system capability mapping directly into standard Planar F controller racks
• Carries the designated manufacturing certification mark label "Safety in electronics"

Applications

• Safety-related automation plant loop setups
• Emergency shutdown (ESD) discrete command management
• Critical actuator and interlock safety logic interfacing

Technical Specifications

Installation Guidelines

• Chassis Earth Grounding: Secure the primary sub-rack frame to the central plant reference grounding bar before positioning the input board.
• PCB Rail Alignment: Slide the European standard size PCB evenly down the specified card cage slots to prevent mechanical strain on the structural contacts.
• Connection Inspection: Verify field sensor line polarities prior to locking down interface linkages and restoring loop operational power.

Compliance and Certifications

• 73/23/EEC Low voltage Directive
• DIN V 19251:1995
• DIN V 19250:1994
• VDE 0116:1989
• DIN V VDE 0801:1990 and Amendment A1:1994
• CDV IEC 1508, parts 1-7, (SIL 1-3), (as applicable)
• prEN 50178:1996
• DIN VDE 0160 and A1:1989
• IEC 68 parts 2-1, 2-2, 2-3, 2-6
• EN 50081-2:1993
• EN 50082-2:1994
• EN 55011:1991
• TÜV PRODUCT SERVICE GmbH Certificate (Report No. HB63893C Rev. 4.1 / U 93 10 19183 009)