How to Split Gas Detector Outputs for Monitoring & Process Control – 8400861

Defining the Problem:

At a remote wastewater pumping station, Methane (CH4) and Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) are monitored with MSA X5000 Gas Monitors. The 4-20mA outputs must be split to a GasCard XL Controller and Emerson Ovation I/O. The Controller has powered inputs, but the Ovation inputs require an external power source. Typical splitters have two outputs that are identically powered; either both are sinking or both are sourcing. We need a splitter with independent outputs to interface with our instrumentation.

System Requirements:

The Acromag SP family of splitters can be powered by any low-voltage DC supply, 9-32V. Loop-powered models include two independent and isolated outputs that can be wired as either sinking or sourcing to the loads. USB configuration via the Acromag Agility® mobile application for Android® devices or with a Windows® PC.

How to Split Gas Detector Outputs for Monitoring & Process Control

Implementing the Solution:

  1. Download the Agility mobile application from the Google Play™ Store or Windows software from Acromag.
  2. Configure the module. Scale the input and output ranges independently for normal or reverse acting outputs. Add programmable output clamps or Namur compliant limits if needed.
  3. Wire each output for sinking or sourcing power to the load.
  4. Review manual to apply earth ground for best practice wiring.

Featured Products:

  • SP236: Two-Wire Current/milliVolt Input Signal Splitter
  • Agility Mobile Application

 

Why Acromag:

One splitter module eliminates having two separate modules that would increase the wiring and cost.

 

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