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FP-RLY-420

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module. The maximum number of terminal bases per bank 
multiplied by 1 watt is the total power the network module can 
supply. For example, an FP-1000 or FP-1001 can support nine 
terminal bases (9*1 W = 9 W).

Next, refer to the specifications section in the operating 
instructions for the I/O modules. Use the Power from Network 
Module
 specification. For example, a bank of modules consisting 
of four FP-RLY-420 and five FP-DI-301 modules requires a total of 
8.4 W from the FieldPoint network module [4*(1.7 W) + 5*(0.325 
W) = 8.4 W]. This power requirement is less than the 9 W 
maximum and is therefore acceptable.

Installation

The FP-RLY-420 mounts on a FieldPoint terminal base 
(FP-TB-xx) unit. The hot plug and play operation of the 
FP-RLY-420 allows you to install it onto a powered terminal base 
without disturbing the operation of other modules or terminal 
bases. The FP-RLY-420 receives operating power from the 
terminal base.

To install the FP-RLY-420, refer to Figure 1 and follow these steps:

1. Slide the terminal base key to either position X (used for any 

module) or position 7 (used for the FP-RLY-420 module).

2. Align the FP-RLY-420 alignment slots with the guide rails on 

the terminal base.

3. Press firmly to seat the FP-RLY-420 on the terminal base. The 

terminal base latch locks the FP-RLY-420 into place when it is 
firmly seated.

Figure 1.  

Module Installation Diagram

Alignment

Slot

Key

Latch

Guide Rails

Terminal Base

I/O Module

Summary of Contents for FP-RLY-420

Page 1: ...output module with the following features Eight Single Pole Single Throw SPST relay channels Switching capacity 3 A at 35 VDC or 250 VAC On Off LED indicators Hot plug and play operation 3 000 V inpu...

Page 2: ...Installation The FP RLY 420 mounts on a FieldPoint terminal base FP TB xx unit The hot plug and play operation of the FP RLY 420 allows you to install it onto a powered terminal base without disturbi...

Page 3: ...ternal operation of the FP RLY 420 however you may connect an external supply to power field devices by connecting to the V and C terminals of the terminal base If you connect an external supply to th...

Page 4: ...contacts connect together to form a short circuit Choose the impedance of the loads so that the current switched by any one channel in the ON state is no more than 3 A In the ON state there is an eff...

Page 5: ...nter electromotive force may occur at relay switching time because of the energy stored in the inductive load These flyback voltages can severely damage the relay contacts and greatly shorten the life...

Page 6: ...the protection device always locate it near the immediate area of the load or contact Typically you should mount a protective device within 18 in of the load or contact Typically contact protection ci...

Page 7: ...otes Circuit A is suitable for AC or DC applications but if used with AC voltage impedance of the load should be smaller than the CR circuit s Do not utilize for timer loads as leakage current can cau...

Page 8: ...abel and status indicators You can remove the insertable label to see wiring diagrams for the input channels Figure 5 Status Indicators and Module Label Type of Load In Rush Current Resistive load Ste...

Page 9: ...ne of the terminal base with an isolation barrier designed and tested to protect against fault voltages of up to 3000 Vrms In addition the FP RLY 420 provides double insulation compliant to UL and IEC...

Page 10: ...ed for normal operating voltages of 250 Vrms Do not use the FP RLY 420 as the sole isolating barrier between human contact and working voltages of more than 250 Vrms Specifications The following speci...

Page 11: ...only 250 Vrms designed per IEC 1010 as double insulated Physical Indicators Green POWER and READY indicators 8 green output state indicators Weight 160 g 5 6 oz Power Requirements Power from network...

Page 12: ...Dimensions Figure 6 shows the mechanical dimensions of the FP RLY 420 installed onto a terminal base Dimensions are given in inches millimeters Figure 6 Mechanical Dimensions 4 31 109 5 3 60 91 44 4...

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