Triconex 3009 Enhanced main processor module

Triconex 3009 Enhanced main processor module

Performance parameters:

Processor-related: It adopts the Intel Xeon E5-2690 v3 processor, with 2 CPU cores and a frequency of 2.6GHz. It has high-speed data processing and computing capabilities and can meet the requirements of complex control systems.

Storage capacity: The memory capacity is 32GB DDR4, and the storage capacity is 240GB SSD. It can store a large number of programs and data, ensuring the stability of system operation and the speed of data reading.

Communication interfaces: It has 2 Ethernet interfaces, 2 RS-232 interfaces and 1 USB interface, facilitating communication with TriStation 1131, other Tricon or Trident controllers, Modbus master devices and slave devices, as well as external hosts.

Working environment The operating temperature range is -40 °C to 75°C, the storage temperature is -40 °C to 85°C, and the relative humidity is 5% to 95% (uncoated). It can withstand vibrations ranging from 5g to 2,000Hz (between peak values) and impacts of 5g for a duration of 22 milliseconds, and can adapt to harsh industrial environments.

Power-related: The working voltage is 0 to 5VDC or -5 to 5VDC±6%, which can adapt to a certain range of voltage fluctuations to ensure the stable operation of the module.

Output characteristics: The output frequency is 32 differences, with DC coupling, which can meet specific signal output requirements.

Redundant design: Supports redundant configuration and adopts a triple Module redundancy (TMR) architecture. Even if one module fails, the system can still continue to operate, enhancing the system's reliability and fault tolerance.

Processor unit: As a core component, such as the Intel Xeon E5-2690 v3 processor, it is responsible for executing control algorithms, processing input data, and outputting control instructions, etc. Its performance determines the computing speed and processing capacity of the controller.

Memory units: including Random Access memory (RAM) and Flash memory (Flash), etc. RAM is used for temporarily storing running programs and data, while Flash is used for long-term storage of system programs, user programs, and configuration parameters, such as 32GB DDR4 memory and 240GB SSD storage.

Communication interface unit: It is usually equipped with multiple communication interfaces, such as Ethernet interface, RS-232 interface, etc., for data transmission and communication with other devices. It can be connected to the upper computer, other controllers or field instruments, etc., to achieve system integration and remote monitoring.

Power module: It provides a stable power supply for all components of the controller to ensure their normal operation within the rated voltage range. It has certain overvoltage and overcurrent protection functions and can adapt to a certain range of voltage fluctuations, such as supporting 0 to 5VDC or -5 to 5VDC±6% voltage input.

Input/output module: Although Triconex 3009 is mainly a main processor module, it needs to work in coordination with the input/output module. The input module is used to receive signals from on-site sensors, such as analog signals like temperature, pressure, and liquid level, as well as digital signals like switch status. The output module outputs the control instructions of the controller to the on-site actuators, such as valves, motors, etc.

Diagnostic and status indication component: It has a self-diagnostic function, which can monitor the working status of the controller in real time. It displays information such as normal operation, faults, and communication status through status indicator lights, facilitating maintenance personnel to quickly determine the system operation status and promptly identify and eliminate faults.

Application scenarios

Petrochemical industry: It is used to build safety instrument systems (SIS). For instance, in the Zhejiang Petrochemical Chemical New Materials project, Schneider Electric provided a plant-wide SIS safety instrument system solution centered on the Triconex controller. The Triconex 3009 controller assembly can monitor parameters such as the temperature and pressure of the reactor in real time. When an abnormality occurs, it can quickly trigger the emergency stop program to ensure production safety. It can also optimize the control of operation parameters such as the reflux ratio of the distillation column to improve product quality and production efficiency.

Natural gas industry: In natural gas processing plants, it can be combined with other equipment to build a complete solution. If a certain natural gas processing plant combines the ORB with the interface of the Triconex safety system, the Triconex 3009 controller component processes the failover of the autonomous OPC service, increases the availability of event sequence (SOE) data for the OPC A&E client application, and improves the performance of the plant's safety system. Ensure the stable operation of processes such as natural gas purification and compression.

Power industry: Continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS) that can be used in power systems. By cooperating with relevant equipment, the Triconex 3009 controller component can guarantee the stability of data collection of the CEMS system, ensure its normal operation time, provide accurate operation information of gas turbines for the enterprise environmental team to meet the requirements of environmental standards, and at the same time participate in the automatic control of the power system. Such as the control and fault response of switchgear in substations.

Metallurgical industry: It can be applied to equipment control and safety protection in the metallurgical production process. For instance, in blast furnace ironmaking, the feeding system and furnace temperature regulation system of the blast furnace are precisely controlled. The feeding amount and blower volume, etc. are adjusted in real time according to parameters such as the temperature and pressure inside the furnace. In the converter steelmaking process, it can control the oxygen-blowing system of the converter to ensure the accuracy of oxygen-blowing time and oxygen volume, improve the quality of molten steel, and also serve as a core component of the safety instrument system. In case of abnormal situations, it can promptly trigger a safe shutdown to protect the safety of equipment and personnel.

Nuclear power industry: Nuclear power plants have extremely high requirements for safety and reliability. The Triconex 3009 controller assembly can be used in the instrumentation and control system of nuclear power plants. It can monitor key parameters such as the temperature, pressure and liquid level of the reactor in real time. Based on the Triple Module Redundancy (TMR) architecture, even if some modules fail, it can ensure the stable operation of the system. When abnormal situations occur, it can quickly activate safety protection measures to ensure the safety of the nuclear power plant.