Description
Product Model: TRICONEX 3501TN2
Product Brand: TRICONEX
Product Series: Tricon / Safety System CPU Modules
Product Features:
- High-speed CPU module designed for triple modular redundant (TMR) safety systems
- Executes deterministic safety-critical logic for industrial processes
- Compatible with Triconex TMR safety platforms
- Rugged, reliable design for harsh industrial environments
- 3501TN2
Applications & Industry Context
The TRICONEX 3501TN2 is widely deployed in industries where safety and reliability are critical, including oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical processing, power generation, and refining. Its primary purpose is to execute safety-critical logic and maintain high-integrity control in TMR safety systems.
In oil refineries, the 3501TN2 monitors and controls emergency shutdowns, flare systems, and pressure relief devices. In chemical plants, it ensures safe operation of reactors, pipelines, and hazardous process equipment. Power plants utilize it to manage turbine control, generator protection, and reactor safety interlocks.
Thanks to its rugged design, the 3501TN2 operates reliably under vibration, extreme temperatures, and electromagnetic interference, providing uninterrupted control and protection in environments where downtime is unacceptable.
Product Role & System Fit
The TRICONEX 3501TN2 serves as a CPU module within a TMR safety system, executing high-speed, deterministic logic for safety-critical applications. It communicates with I/O modules, monitors system health, and ensures continuous operation even in the event of hardware failures.
It integrates seamlessly into Triconex TMR platforms, forming the central processing unit of a triple redundant safety system. Its role is vital: by maintaining real-time control over safety interlocks and emergency shutdown systems, the 3501TN2 protects personnel, equipment, and the environment from hazardous conditions.
The module is suitable for both new installations and retrofits, providing scalability and redundancy for large industrial operations.
Technical Features & Benefits
The TRICONEX 3501TN2 offers several key advantages:
- High-Speed Processing: Executes safety logic deterministically and in real-time.
- Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR): Ensures continuous operation even if one or two modules fail.
- System Compatibility: Works with Triconex TMR safety platforms and I/O modules.
- Rugged Design: Resistant to temperature extremes, vibration, and electrical interference.
- Hot-Swappable: Can be replaced without interrupting system operation.
- Diagnostics & Monitoring: Built-in fault detection and system health monitoring for proactive maintenance.
These features make the 3501TN2 ideal for high-integrity industrial operations, where precise, reliable safety logic is essential to prevent accidents and production downtime.
Technical Specifications Table
Specification | Details |
---|---|
Product Model | TRICONEX 3501TN2 |
Brand | TRICONEX |
Series | Tricon / Safety System CPU Modules |
Module Type | TMR Safety CPU Module |
Function | Executes safety-critical logic for industrial processes |
Compatibility | Triconex TMR safety platforms |
Hot-Swappable | Yes |
Diagnostics | Fault detection, system health monitoring, event logging |
Mounting | Rack-mounted |
Operating Temperature Range | -20 °C to +70 °C |
Redundancy | Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) |
Applications | Oil & gas, chemical, petrochemical, power generation |
Control Features | Emergency shutdown, safety interlocks, process protection |
Installation & Maintenance Insights
Installing the TRICONEX 3501TN2 requires trained personnel familiar with TMR safety systems. The module mounts into Triconex racks and connects to redundant backplanes to ensure deterministic communication with I/O modules.
Maintenance best practices include:
- Ensuring proper alignment and secure backplane connections before powering up
- Monitoring built-in LED indicators for operational status and fault detection
- Using hot-swappable procedures to replace faulty modules without downtime
- Keeping the rack area clean and free from dust and moisture
- Conducting periodic functional tests to ensure the safety logic executes correctly
Following these practices ensures continuous, reliable operation in critical industrial processes.
Related Models
- TRICONEX 3501TN1 – Standard CPU module for TMR safety systems
- TRICONEX 2481 – Safety system controller module for high-integrity processes
- TRICONEX 2351 – Redundant safety I/O module for TMR systems
- TRICONEX 3120 – Input/output module for critical safety applications
- TRICONEX 3701 – Power supply and communication module for Tricon systems