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Bachmann SLC284 SIL3 Safety Processor Module | High-Performance Controller

Bachmann SLC284 SIL3 Safety Processor Module | High-Performance Controller

  • Manufacturer: Bachmann

  • Product No.: SLC284

  • Condition:in Stock

  • Product Type: Safety Processor Module

  • Product Origin: Austria

  • Payment:T/T, Western Union

  • Weight: 675g

  • Shipping port: Shanghai/Yiwu/Shenzhen

  • Warranty: 12 months

Product Description

Overview

The Bachmann SLC284 is a high-performance safety processor designed for mission-critical automation systems requiring the highest safety integrity. Fully compliant with IEC 61508 SIL3 and ISO 13849 PL e / Cat 4, this module executes independent safety logic while seamlessly integrating with Bachmann M1 and M200 controllers. It offers scalable, distributed safety I/O management for complex industrial applications.

Key Features

Dual-Processor Architecture: Equipped with two independent 32-bit microcontrollers operating at 72 MHz, ensuring cross-checked, fail-safe operation.

High-Speed Safety Execution: Minimum cycle time of 5 ms for rapid emergency response.

Decentralized I/O Support: Connects with remote safety I/O modules such as SDI208 and SDO204 via FASTBUS, CAN, or bluecom, with distances spanning several hundred meters.

Redundant I/O Capability:

  • 16 digital inputs (up to 8 redundant pairs)

  • 8 digital outputs (0.5 A per channel, 4 redundant pairs supported)

Electrical Isolation: 500 V galvanic isolation between system and I/O for electrical safety.

Operating Modes: Easily switchable between SAFE, PROG, TEST, and ERROR modes with clear LED indicators.

Safety Programming: Program and configure via Bachmann SolutionCenter, with independent serial programming interface or direct controller access.

Technical Specifications

Feature Specification
CPU 2x 32-bit Microcontrollers, 72 MHz
Input Voltage 24 VDC (18–34 VDC)
Digital Inputs 16 (redundant up to 8 pairs, SIL3 / PL e)
Digital Outputs 8 (0.5 A per channel, 2 A per group)
Safety Cycle Time ≥ 5 ms
Isolation 500 V (System to I/O)
Certification IEC 61508 SIL 3, ISO 13849-1 PL e / Cat 4
Communication FASTBUS, CAN, bluecom
Expansion Modules SDI208, SDO204
Environmental Options Standard, ColdClimate (CC) for extreme conditions

Applications

Ideal for use in:

  • Wind turbines and renewable energy systems

  • High-speed automated assembly lines

  • Distributed machine safety architectures

  • Systems requiring SIL3/PL e safety integrity

FAQ

Q: Can SLC284 integrate with standard PLC logic?
A: Yes, it operates independently for safety logic while exposing I/O states to the standard PLC for diagnostics.

Q: What is the maximum distance for decentralized I/O modules?
A: Remote safety I/O modules can be connected over several hundred meters via FASTBUS, CAN, or bluecom.

Q: Is the module suitable for extreme temperature environments?
A: Yes, the ColdClimate (CC) version supports low-temperature operations typical in wind turbines and outdoor installations.

Q: Can digital outputs be used redundantly?
A: Yes, outputs can be paired for redundant SIL3/PL e applications.

 

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