Honeywell 8C-TDILB1 51307143-175 Digital Input Module

Product Introduction

The Honeywell 8C-TDILB1 (Part Number: 51307143-175) is a 16-channel digital input module developed for use within Honeywell’s Experion PKS and legacy TDC3000 control platforms. This industrial-grade module is part of the C300 controller family and is specifically engineered to acquire and process discrete ON/OFF field signals in real-time, ensuring safe and reliable plant operation.

Built to withstand harsh industrial conditions, the 8C-TDILB1 features advanced galvanic isolation between channels and the backplane, eliminating ground loops and signal distortion. Its robust design allows it to read status signals from devices such as limit switches, push buttons, proximity sensors, and contact closures—making it a critical component for digital process signal acquisition across various industries.

By offering reliable status detection, simplified configuration, and seamless system integration, the 8C-TDILB1 strengthens the backbone of process control infrastructures where safety and precision are essential.

Product Specifications

Product Applications

• Petrochemical Facilities: For monitoring valve positions, emergency shutdown switches, and pump statuses to maintain safe operations.

• Power Generation Units: Used to detect digital signals from circuit breakers, turbine protection systems, and auxiliary equipment.

• Pulp and Paper Mills: Collects input signals from machine safety switches, interlocks, and conveyor system controls.

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Interfaces with safety doors, cleanroom interlocks, and production line status indicators.

• Mining and Metals: For remote control signal acquisition from crushers, hoists, ventilation fans, and alarm relays.

• Municipal Water Treatment: Used to detect limit switch positions on gates, tank levels via float switches, and remote control signals.

Product Advantages

• High Input Density: The module supports 16 independent digital inputs, enabling compact and scalable signal acquisition in control cabinets.

• Strong Isolation Design: Each channel is isolated from the backplane, minimizing the risk of noise, surge propagation, or data corruption.

• Fast Reaction Time: With scan rates under 10 milliseconds, it ensures real-time responsiveness critical in safety systems.

• Wide Compatibility: Designed to work with both Honeywell’s modern Experion PKS systems and older TDC3000 series, facilitating smooth upgrades.

• Industrial Durability: Tolerates a wide range of environmental conditions—temperature, vibration, humidity—ensuring long-term reliability.

• Plug-and-Play Integration: Simplified wiring and intelligent identification by the control system reduces commissioning time.

• Long Lifecycle: Honeywell’s commitment to long-term support and compatibility guarantees protection of investment over years of plant operation.

• Clear Diagnostics: Integrated LED indicators and system diagnostics allow for quick channel status monitoring and troubleshooting.

• Universal Input Type: Capable of processing both dry and wet contact signals, enhancing field device flexibility.

• Compliance and Safety: Certified for use in industrial environments meeting global safety and electromagnetic compatibility standards.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Q: How many digital input signals can the 8C-TDILB1 module handle simultaneously?
   A: It supports 16 digital input channels, all of which can be used simultaneously.

2. Q: Is this module compatible with the Honeywell Experion PKS system?
   A: Yes, it is fully compatible with Experion PKS as well as TDC3000.

3. Q: What type of digital inputs can I connect to the module?
   A: You can connect dry contact switches, wet contact sensors, and standard 24 VDC proximity switches.

4. Q: Does the module have galvanic isolation?
   A: Yes, it provides channel-to-backplane isolation to protect against noise and ground faults.

5. Q: What are the physical size and weight of the 8C-TDILB1?
   A: Dimensions are 200 × 130 × 90 mm, and it weighs 1 kg.

6. Q: Can the module operate in high humidity environments?
   A: Yes, it is rated for up to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing.

7. Q: Is the module hot-swappable?
   A: No, the module should be installed and replaced only when power is removed to ensure safety.

8. Q: How do I know if a channel is active or faulty?
   A: The module features LED indicators and system diagnostic support for each channel.

9. Q: What are the typical applications of this digital input module?
   A: It is widely used in petrochemicals, power plants, manufacturing, water treatment, and building automation.

10. Q: What certifications does this Honeywell module carry?
    A: It carries CE, UL, CSA, and optionally ATEX certification based on configuration and use case.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Q: How many digital input signals can the 8C-TDILB1 module handle simultaneously?
   A: It supports 16 digital input channels, all of which can be used simultaneously.

2. Q: Is this module compatible with the Honeywell Experion PKS system?
   A: Yes, it is fully compatible with Experion PKS as well as TDC3000.

3. Q: What type of digital inputs can I connect to the module?
   A: You can connect dry contact switches, wet contact sensors, and standard 24 VDC proximity switches.

4. Q: Does the module have galvanic isolation?
   A: Yes, it provides channel-to-backplane isolation to protect against noise and ground faults.

5. Q: What are the physical size and weight of the 8C-TDILB1?
   A: Dimensions are 200 × 130 × 90 mm, and it weighs 1 kg.

6. Q: Can the module operate in high humidity environments?
   A: Yes, it is rated for up to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing.

7. Q: Is the module hot-swappable?
   A: No, the module should be installed and replaced only when power is removed to ensure safety.

8. Q: How do I know if a channel is active or faulty?
   A: The module features LED indicators and system diagnostic support for each channel.

9. Q: What are the typical applications of this digital input module?
   A: It is widely used in petrochemicals, power plants, manufacturing, water treatment, and building automation.

10. Q: What certifications does this Honeywell module carry?
    A: It carries CE, UL, CSA, and optionally ATEX certification based on configuration and use case.

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