{"product_id":"8312-triconex-tricon-230-vac-power-supply-module","title":"8312 Triconex Tricon 230 VAC Power Supply Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8312 (8312)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a high-performance\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply Module\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edesigned for the Triconex Tricon Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) system. Engineered for high-voltage environments, it converts a nominal 230 VAC input into the regulated DC logic power required by the system's main processors and I\/O modules. In mission-critical sectors such as offshore oil platforms and chemical processing plants, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriconex 8312\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplays a vital role in maintaining system integrity. Its robust design includes a 20 ms hold time, ensuring that the safety controller remains operational during momentary voltage dips, effectively preventing costly nuisance trips and process downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvanced Architectural Logic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for reliability in unstable power grids, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8312\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efeatures an expansive input range of 185 to 285 VAC, operating efficiently across frequencies from 47 to 63 Hz. This module is built with internal protection mechanisms, including a 2.5 amp time-delay fuse, to safeguard the internal backplane from external electrical surges. A distinctive feature of this unit is its integrated power backup capability, utilizing a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14.8 V (4 x 3.7 V)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003erechargeable lithium-ion battery configuration. This internal DC source provides the necessary bridge power to maintain volatile memory and system states during primary power transitions or total AC failure, ensuring the TMR architecture stays synchronized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\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\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8312\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\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\u003eOrigin\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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNominal Input Voltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e230 VAC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e185 to 285 VAC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e47 to 63 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Battery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14.8 V Rechargeable Lithium-Ion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuse Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.5 Amps (Time-Delay)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Hold Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 ms Minimum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e52 x 46 x 19\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCritical Technical FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the purpose of the 20 ms output hold time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 20 ms hold time is a critical safety feature that allows the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8312\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto sustain the system's logic power during brief power interruptions or \"brownouts.\" This ensures that the Triconex system does not reset or drop the safety load due to minor fluctuations in the 230 VAC supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the internal lithium-ion battery function within the module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 14.8 V battery pack serves as a secondary energy reservoir. It is automatically charged while the AC power is healthy. In the event of a power loss, it provides the instantaneous energy required to preserve system diagnostic data and memory registers before a controlled shutdown occurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the 8312 be hot-swapped while the system is under load?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in a redundant power configuration, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriconex 8312\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esupports hot-swap functionality. This allows maintenance personnel to replace a faulty power supply module without de-energizing the safety system, provided at least one other power module is healthy and sharing the load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Engineering \u0026amp; Installation Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Management \u0026amp; Airflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDue to the heat generated by the 230 VAC conversion, ensure that the cabinet ventilation is not obstructed. The 8312 should be installed in a chassis where air intake is filtered and exhaust fans are functional to prevent the internal lithium-ion battery from overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuse Replacement Protocol:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIf the module fails to power up, check the 2.5 A time-delay fuse. 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Its ability to handle a wide range of AC inputs makes it ideal for global deployment where local power quality may vary. Furthermore, the use of a time-delay fuse ensures the module survives the high inrush currents typical of large industrial transformer startups, while the heavy-duty 4 kg chassis provides structural durability against the mechanical vibrations found in heavy manufacturing environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Triconex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53102420918635,"sku":"8312","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/8312-bmje4qbsrjk.png?v=1776137149","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/products\/8312-triconex-tricon-230-vac-power-supply-module","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}