{"product_id":"triconex-3806e-ao-module-high-current-tmr-analog-output","title":"Triconex 3806E AO Module | High-Current TMR Analog Output","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriconex 3806E\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a high-performance Analog Output (AO) module tailored for turbomachinery and critical process control. Built on the Triple Modular Redundant (TMR) architecture, this module delivers robust, fail-safe operation for high-current actuators and standard control loops within steam and gas turbine systems. Its unique dual-range output enables both standard 4–20 mA signals and high-current drive up to 320 mA, eliminating the need for separate modules in mixed-signal systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArchitecture and Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3806E\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eintegrates three independent execution legs with a 2-out-of-3 hardware voting mechanism to determine each channel’s output, ensuring continuous operation even if a single internal leg fails. The module supports hot-swappable installation in redundant system configurations. All outputs share a common return, simplifying wiring for complex turbomachinery applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Range Output for Versatile Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 standard 4–20 mA channels for control valves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 high-current channels (20–320 mA) for turbine actuators or servo drives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDC-coupled, commoned return design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Reliability and Safety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTMR architecture with hardware voting ensures fail-safe operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnline replacement supported using hot spare modules\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeg switch time \u0026lt;10 ms for uninterrupted field device control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision and Accuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12-bit resolution across both current ranges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutput accuracy \u0026lt;0.25% Full Scale Range (FSR)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinuous monitoring and loopback checks ensure output integrity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExternal over-voltage protection up to +42.5 VDC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiagnostics and Monitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront panel LEDs: PASS, FAULT, ACTIVE, LOAD, PWR1, PWR2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetects loss of field power and open-circuit conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReal-time verification of commanded versus actual output current\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3806E\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eTMR High-Current Analog Output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eTotal Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e8 (6 Standard, 2 High-Current)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eOutput Range Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e4–20 mA (+6% over-range)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eOutput Range High-Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e20–320 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e12 Bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u0026lt; 0.25% FSR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eExternal Loop Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e+24 VDC Nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eIsolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eCommoned Return, DC Coupled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e0°C to +60°C (32°F to 140°F)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eSwitch Time on Leg Failure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003e\u0026lt;10 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eSeries Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"left\"\u003eTricon v9, v10, v11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTriconex 3806E\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis designed for Turbine Control Systems (TCS), managing high-power hydraulic actuators while simultaneously handling auxiliary control loops. Its dual-range output simplifies complex turbomachinery automation by consolidating standard and high-current signals into a single module.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCan the 3806E module be replaced while the system is running?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes, it supports hot-swappable installation with a redundant configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhat types of devices can the high-current channels drive?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe two high-current channels (20–320 mA) are intended for hydraulic actuators or large turbine servo controllers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHow precise is the module across its operating range?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt maintains \u0026lt;0.25% FSR accuracy across both standard and high-current channels, from 0°C to 60°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIs the module compatible with previous Tricon systems?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYes, it supports Tricon v9, v10, and v11 controllers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Triconex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44130013413475,"sku":"3806E","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/2775\/3315\/files\/TRICONEX3806E.jpg?v=1776739089","url":"https:\/\/precisemodule.com\/products\/triconex-3806e-ao-module-high-current-tmr-analog-output","provider":"Precise Module Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}