Features:
- Direct Rear-Mount Serial Communication Gateway for TMR Processors
- Facilitates Modbus Master Operation and Inter-System Peer to Peer Messaging
- Integrates Optional IRIG-B Time Synchronization Signal Routing
The ICS TRIPLEX T8123C serves as the Processor Interface Adaptor attached directly to the rear of a TMR processor, delivering robust serial connectivity to remote automation equipment. It maintains three independent RS422/485 communication links that enable deterministic data transfer between the Trusted TMR processor and external distributed control devices. The T8123C empowers the system to function as a Modbus master, allowing direct management and data polling of slave devices throughout the serial network. Beginning with Toolset version 3.5, the T8123C also supports Peer to Peer communications between separate Trusted systems, substantially enhancing distributed architecture flexibility. Furthermore, the adaptor includes provision for connecting IRIG-B time synchronization signals directly to the processor, ensuring precise time alignment for event sequencing and coordinated system operations.
The T8123C provides fundamental communication services essential to the complete Trusted rack, acting as a critical gateway that directly impacts the reliable exchange of process data and supervisory commands. One T8123C adaptor is required for each TMR processor that must communicate with remote serial systems, and it is always mounted in the dedicated rear position immediately behind the processor module. This direct-attachment configuration conserves rack space while guaranteeing secure, vibration-resistant physical and electrical integration with the TMR processor.
For time-critical safety applications, the T8123C routes external IRIG-B timing references straight to the processor, enabling millisecond-accurate event logging and synchronized operational timestamps across the entire installation. In expanded system deployments, utilizing Toolset version 3.5 or newer unlocks Peer to Peer messaging capabilities between Trusted systems equipped with the T8123C. The adaptor continually supervises the health of its three RS422/485 serial interfaces, maintaining configured baud rates and line parameters to ensure uninterrupted communication. If disturbances affect one serial channel, the remaining independent links sustain overall network connectivity, preserving data flow and system availability.
The T8123C ICS TRIPLEX Processor Interface Adaptor may still be available for purchase and support from Apter Power beyond End-Of-Life (EOL) by the manufacturer (OEM).
ICS TRIPLEX T8123C Processor Interface Adaptor 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.
ICS TRIPLEX T8123C Processor Interface Adaptor Specs
General
- Manufacturer ICS TRIPLEX
- Model T8123C
- Condition New Original ready stock
- Product Family T8120C,T8122C,T8121C
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.
- Oil and Gas: Used in upstream exploration, downstream refining, offshore platforms, pipeline monitoring, and LNG transport facilities.
- Chemical and Petrochemical: Manages complex chemical reactions, hazardous material processing, and critical utility automation.
- Power Generation: Integrated into nuclear plant sub-systems, steam/gas turbine control loops, and high-voltage transmission grids.
- Critical Process Control: Acts as the primary communication link for Burner Management Systems (BMS), Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD), and Fire and Gas (F&G) safety detection loops.
- Serial Infrastructure: Equipped with three distinct serial ports. This includes two software-configurable RS422/RS485 ports (supporting 2-wire or 4-wire topologies) and one dedicated 2-wire RS422/RS485 interface.
- Protocol Support: Provides native support for Modbus Master and Slave functionality, enabling broad cross-compatibility with diverse PLCs, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and third-party field instrumentation. It also supports higher-level Ethernet and CAN communications.
- Time Synchronization: Includes advanced onboard decoding for IRIG-B002 and IRIG-B122 time-stamping signals to keep plant-wide safety events accurately synchronized.
- Hardware Interlocks: Features hardwired fault and fail monitoring circuits to relay status changes for both Active and Standby processors automatically.
- Isolation and Fault Containment: Mounted directly on the rear of the controller chassis, the adapter protects the central TMR processor by providing strict physical and electrical isolated boundaries between the safety-critical execution zone and external networks.
- Environmental Ruggedness: Formulated to operate reliably within a temperature span of -20C to +60C (-4F to +140F). The module utilizes a high-durability housing to protect against dust, humidity, and atmospheric industrial contaminants.
- Power and Diagnostics: Formulated to run on a standard 20V to 32V DC power supply, featuring heavy-duty passive heat dissipation to prevent system degradation from thermal strain.
- Standards Compliance: Engineered in full adherence to SIL 3 (Safety Integrity Level 3) system standards, CE directives, and UL requirements for hazardous industrial deployments.