3720
May 18, 2026

3720

TRICONEX 3720 is a 64‑channel single‑ended analog input module with triple modular redundancy (TMR) for Tricon V9/V10/V11 SIS safety systems. It accepts 0–5VDC, –5 to +5VDC, or 4–20mA (via external shunt) field signals, offering high density and fast 10ms update for SIL3 analog sensing.

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TRICONEX 3720

64Ch Single‑Ended 0–5VDC / ±5VDC TMR Analog Input Module

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1. General Description

TRICONEX 3720 is a 64‑channel single‑ended analog input module with triple modular redundancy (TMR) for Tricon V9/V10/V11 SIS safety systems. It accepts 0–5VDC, –5 to +5VDC, or 4–20mA (via external shunt) field signals, offering high density and fast 10ms update for SIL3 analog sensing.

2. Basic Information

  • Model: 3720

  • Type: 64Ch Single‑Ended Analog Input (TMR)

  • Signal Ranges: 0–5VDC, ±5VDC; 4–20mA (shunt)

  • System Compatibility: Tricon V9 / V10 / V11

  • Safety Level: SIL3 (IEC 61508)

  • Certifications: TUV, FM, CSA, ATEX/IECEx

  • Architecture: TMR, 2oo3 voting

  • Status: In production & supported

3. Key Features

  • 64 single‑ended channels, high density

  • 12‑bit / 14‑bit resolution (programmable)

  • TMR fault tolerance, 2oo3 voting

  • Fast update time: 10ms

  • Channel‑to‑ground isolation: 1,500VDC

  • Diagnostics: open/short, out‑of‑range, TMR mismatch

  • Hot‑swappable; online replacement

  • High noise immunity: –17dB @ 60Hz, –23dB @ 120Hz

  • Overvoltage protection: 150VDC / 115VAC continuous

4. Technical Parameters

4.1 Analog Input

  • Voltage: 0–5VDC, –5 to +5VDC

  • Current: 4–20mA (external shunt)

  • Channels: 64, single‑ended, isolated

  • Resolution: 12 bits / 14 bits (programmable)

  • Accuracy: <0.15% FSR (0°C to 60°C)

  • Input impedance: >10MΩ (DC)

  • Update rate: 10ms

4.2 Safety & Isolation

  • Voting: 2‑out‑of‑3 (2oo3)

  • Fault coverage: ≥99%

  • Isolation: 1,500VDC (channel–ground)

  • Channel‑to‑channel isolation: 420kΩ typical

  • Diagnostics: open/short, over/under‑range, TMR mismatch

4.3 Environmental

  • Operating temp: –40°C to +70°C

  • Storage temp: –40°C to +85°C

  • Humidity: 5%–95%, non‑condensing

  • Vibration: 5–200Hz, 2G

4.4 Power & Mechanical

  • Backplane: 5VDC

  • Power consumption: ≤12W

  • Dimensions: 178 × 127 × 63mm

  • Weight: ~0.8kg

5. Function

Acquires 64 single‑ended analog signals from transmitters/sensors; converts to digital; validates via TMR voting; sends to main controller. Supports SOE and high‑speed process logging (10ms).

6. LED Indicators

  • PASS (Green): Normal operation

  • FAULT (Red): Module/channel fault

  • ACTIVE (Yellow): Channel active

  • FIELD (Yellow): Field signal present

7. Installation & Configuration

  1. Insert into Tricon I/O slots

  2. Wire 0–5V/±5V or 4–20mA (shunt) to terminal base

  3. Configure resolution/ranges via TriStation 1131

  4. Verify LEDs and data quality

8. Typical Applications

  • High‑density pressure/temp/level/flow monitoring (SIL3)

  • ESD/SIS analog loops (large I/O count)

  • BMS combustion parameters

  • Oil/gas, chemical, power plant safety instrumentation

9. Maintenance

  • Hot swap faulty modules online

  • Calibrate annually or per site procedure

  • Check wiring/shunts periodically

  • Review fault/SOE logs

10. Compatibility

  • Terminal base: 3720TB series

  • Software: TriStation 1131

  • Compatible processors: 3008, 3005 series


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