The MTL 8604-FT-FU module is part of the MTL range of fieldbus and signal isolation solutions, typically used in industrial automation and process control systems. Here’s an overview of its key parameters:
Key Specifications:
Model: MTL 8604-FT-FU (Field Terminal Block – Fuse version).
Function: Provides signal isolation and protection for field instruments, often used in hazardous areas or heavy industrial environments.
Input Types: Typically supports 4-20 mA current loops, with flexibility for use in both analog and digital control systems.
Output: Isolates and conditions input signals, delivering clean output to the control system.
Fuse Protection: The “FU” in the model indicates that the module includes fuse protection for overcurrent situations, ensuring safety and preventing damage.
Communication Protocol: Suitable for integration with fieldbus systems, supporting various industrial protocols like HART or FOUNDATION Fieldbus.
Environment Rating: Built for harsh environments, often rated for use in Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous locations.
Features:
Safety: The built-in fuse protection helps prevent damage to both the module and the connected field devices.
Compact Design: Designed for ease of installation, often in confined spaces or integrated into control cabinets.
Long-Life Operation: The module is engineered for reliable long-term use in continuous process industries, including oil and gas, petrochemical, and power generation.
Applications:
Process control systems for remote monitoring and controlling of field instruments.
Signal isolation in explosive or hazardous areas.
Use in petrochemical, oil & gas, chemical, and other industries with demanding environmental conditions.