Features:
- Hardware-based OR logic architecture delivers extremely fast signal processing with high operational reliability.
- Redundant diode construction provides excellent reverse voltage resistance and isolation capability for safety-related circuits.
- Individual channel protection with 0.375 A time-delay fuses improves overload resistance and enhances system integrity.
Traditional safety control systems often rely on dedicated hardware components rather than programmable devices. HIMA 42300 represents such an approach, serving as an essential logic element in early HIMA architectures including the Planar 4 series. Pure hardware implementation enables rapid response and dependable operation, which are important characteristics in safety-critical applications. Compliance with functional safety principles further supports long-term use in industrial installations.
Signal processing inside HIMA 42300 is accomplished through eight separate OR gates. Every channel contains two inputs, allowing output activation whenever either signal becomes present. Operating from a 24 V DC supply, the module maintains low current consumption while supporting a nominal on-state current of up to 200 mA. Such characteristics make the unit suitable for combining safety signals and implementing logical interconnections within control systems.
Electrical protection is another notable aspect of HIMA 42300. The module incorporates high reverse voltage capability of up to 1000 V together with reverse current limitation and a typical reverse recovery time of 30 ms. Individual time-delay fuses provide additional protection against overload conditions. With its standard Eurocard dimensions of 3 U height and 4 SU width, HIMA 42300 can be integrated into rack-mounted or DIN-rail-based systems used in classical safety control environments.
The 42300 HIMA 8-Channel OR Element may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
HIMA 42300 8-Channel OR Element Manuals,Datasheets,Link
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are shown in USD.
HIMA 42300 8-Channel OR Element Specs
General
- Manufacturer HIMA
- Model 42300
- Condition New Original ready stock
- Product Family 42200,42400,42500
Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are shown in USD.
- Fuse Status: Built-in fuses support open-circuit diagnosis via front panel LED indicators.
- Reverse Current: Features reverse withstand voltage up to 1000V to prevent overvoltage breakdown.
- Loop Testing: Each channel has a dedicated test jack for online input voltage measurement.
- Logic Verification: The pure hardware diode channel structure is clear, allowing for rapid continuity verification using a multimeter.
- System Upgrade: Older racks can be directly upgraded to Planar 4 series compatible racks after discontinuation.
- Card Replacement: For complex cabinets with dense logic, integrated upgrades can be implemented using the digital output modules of the modern HIMax safety controller.
- Wiring Conversion: Dedicated front plug conversion harnesses are available for upgrades and maintenance, eliminating the need for rewiring.
- Function Continuity: Upgrading to a new system fully replicates its zero-latency SIL 3 pure hardware interlocking protection barrier.
- Multi-source Alarm: Used to aggregate OR signals from multiple fire and gas detectors in a modern chemical plant area to a main alarm.
- Valve Control: Deployed in parallel triggering loops for multiple safety conditions in the emergency shut-off valves (ESD) of blast furnaces in the metallurgical industry.
- Gas Interlock: Applied to trip control when any safety threshold in an industrial boiler BMS system exceeds the limit.
- Hardware Voting: Acts as the core hard-wired logic core in the control of critical safety pump groups that does not require PLC software intervention.