HMS Networks has released a new version of the Ixxat SafeT100 module, enabling users to implement safe inputs and outputs for Functional Safety over EtherCAT (FSoE). The Safe T100 is designed to work with Anybus CompactCom, simplifying the configuration and project planning of the overall industrial automation system. The module is pre-certified by TÜV Rheinland and provides significantly reduced development time, cost and risk when implementing safe devices and systems. The Ixxat Safe T100 can be implemented by device manufacturers and machine builders, or HMS can support customers with implementation and certification services.
The Ixxat Safe T100 module features three two-channel inputs which can detect external wiring errors, and one two-channel output. The inputs and outputs all operate with 24 V signals. As an additional safety feature, the interface between the Anybus CompactCom module and the Ixxat Safe T100/FSoE is galvanically isolated. Other internal safety features include integrated temperature monitoring and shutdown to a safe state as well as channel-granular error signalling and error handling.
The internal communication between the non-safe Anybus CompactCom and the safe Ixxat Safe T100 module is done according to the “black-channel” principle. Thanks to this clean separation between the safe and non-safe communication layers, it is possible for customers to support all the three major safety protocols – FSoE, PROFIsafe and CIP Safety – with just one hardware design, adding further to the scalability and efficiency of the solution.