Westinghouse Ovation R-S108V01-16-24VDC-C10-1 is an integrated component consisting of a 16-channel 24VDC wiring board and terminal block, designed for the Ovation Distributed Control System (DCS). Manufactured by Westinghouse, a subsidiary of Emerson, it is dedicated to reliable wiring and signal conversion between field industrial signals and system I/O modules. Widely applied in the automated control scenarios of process industries such as power generation and chemical engineering, this component enables the access and output of 16 channels of 24VDC signals. It features anti-interference performance, easy maintenance, and compatibility with the Ovation system backplane, ensuring stable transmission of field signals to the core unit of the control system.
Technical Parameters
The full model number is Westinghouse Ovation R-S108V01-16-24VDC-C10-1. It features 16 channels, supporting wiring for 16 independent signals. The rated voltage is 24VDC, compatible with signals from 24VDC sensors, actuators and other commonly used industrial equipment. This component is designed for the Westinghouse Ovation DCS, ensuring compatibility with system I/O modules and backplane communication. The physical dimensions are approximately 12.1×5.2×16.6 cm (refer to parameters of the same product series). The weight is around 0.32 kg (refer to parameters of the same product series). It adopts standard industrial terminal blocks with screw-locking connections, suitable for wires of multiple specifications. With an industrial-grade design, it is intended for cabinet installation and typically has a protection class of IP20 or higher. The product is manufactured and factory-sealed in the USA.
Product Structure and Functions
Wiring Board Main BodyIt adopts a PCB substrate design and integrates signal distribution circuits, which ensures electrical isolation among 16 channels of 24VDC signals and reduces the risk of signal crosstalk. Meanwhile, it reserves dedicated docking interfaces for Ovation I/O modules to enable rapid signal transfer.
Terminal Block AssemblyEquipped with 16 sets of independent terminals, each set corresponds to the input or output of one signal channel and supports the connection of solid or stranded wires. The screw-locking mechanism ensures connection reliability and facilitates wiring operations during on-site installation and maintenance.
System Compatibility InterfaceIt is configured with a proprietary connection structure matching Ovation system I/O modules or backplanes. Accurate docking between modules and the wiring board can be achieved without additional adapters, which reduces installation errors and improves system integration efficiency.
Marking and Positioning
The terminal block is marked with clear channel numbers, and the wiring board is designed with anti-reversal foolproofing to prevent reverse docking during installation. In addition, it supports module hot-swapping (subject to compliance with system operating specifications), facilitating online maintenance and replacement.
Product Features
High CompatibilityExclusively engineered for the Ovation DCS, it achieves seamless compatibility with system I/O modules and supports 16 channels of standard 24VDC signals, making it suitable for various industrial field instruments powered by 24VDC.
Signal StabilityThe PCB board adopts an anti-interference circuit design, and the terminal block features low contact resistance, which reduces signal transmission loss. It is adapted to complex industrial electromagnetic environments and ensures signal transmission accuracy.
Ease of MaintenanceThe modular design combined with clear terminal markings facilitates on-site engineers in quickly troubleshooting wiring faults. The terminal screws allow repeated tightening, meeting the requirements of long-term operation and frequent maintenance.
Safety and Reliability
Compliant with industrial electrical safety standards, it incorporates basic protection designs such as overcurrent protection and short-circuit prevention, which reduce the risk of equipment damage caused by wiring errors. It is suitable for harsh industrial working conditions such as high temperatures and vibrations.
Application Scenarios
Power IndustryIt is used for field instrument signal wiring in Ovation DCS systems of thermal power plants, nuclear power plants, etc., such as the access of 24VDC signals from temperature sensors, pressure transmitters and other devices to the control system.
Chemical IndustryIt is suitable for 24VDC signal conversion of devices like valve positioners and flow switches in chemical plants, ensuring precise control of production processes.
Other Process IndustriesIn automated control scenarios such as metallurgy and water treatment, it serves as a bridge between field signals and Ovation I/O modules, realizing centralized signal wiring and management, and improving system operation and maintenance efficiency.
Installation and Operation Key Points
- Ensure that the wiring board is firmly connected to the Ovation I/O module during installation. Before wiring the terminal block, check the correspondence between channel numbers and field device signals to avoid reverse connection.
- When connecting wires to terminals, strip the wire insulation in a standardized manner to prevent short circuits caused by exposed conductors. Tighten the screws with moderate force to avoid terminal damage or poor contact.
- When adapting to 24VDC signals, pay attention to the signal polarity, and follow the Ovation system wiring specifications to ensure normal signal transmission.
- During maintenance, faulty channels can be quickly located through terminal block markings. The wiring board supports online replacement (subject to compliance with system shutdown or hot-swapping specifications), reducing system downtime.
Companion Wiring Boards/Terminal Blocks in the Same Series
- R-S108V01-8-24VDC-C10-1: An 8-channel 24VDC variant optimized for small-point signal transfer. It is suitable for small-scale control loops and local control scenarios with streamlined I/O points. It can be directly connected to compact Ovation system I/O modules with a smaller installation footprint.
- R-S108V01-32-24VDC-C10-1: A 32-channel 24VDC variant designed for large-scale centralized signal wiring requirements. It is ideal for industrial scenarios with centralized cabinet deployment, effectively reducing the number of wiring boards installed, improving cabinet space utilization, and lowering wiring complexity.
- R-S108V01-16-24VDC-C05-1: A 16-channel 24VDC variant of the C05 version, with the core advantage of compatibility with earlier Ovation I/O modules. Exclusively engineered for the upgrade and renovation of legacy systems, it can directly replace obsolete wiring board models without the need for additional adjustments to system interface parameters.
- R-S108V02-16-48VDC-C10-1: A 16-channel 48VDC variant developed for high-voltage signal devices. It is suitable for signal transfer of special industrial field equipment such as 48VDC-powered sensors and actuators, meeting the stability and safety requirements for high-voltage signal transmission.
Companion I/O Modules (Collaborative Components for Wiring Boards)
Digital Input Modules
- 1C31125G01: A 16-channel 24VDC digital input module, perfectly matched with 16-channel wiring boards. It is mainly used for collecting discrete signals in industrial field, such as status detection of limit switches and proximity switches, featuring fast signal transmission response and strong anti-interference capability.
- 1C31125G02: A 32-channel 24VDC digital input module, designed for use with 32-channel wiring boards. It can significantly improve the signal access density per module, suitable for large-scale discrete signal detection scenarios, and reduce module procurement and installation costs.
Digital Output Modules
- 1C31122G01: A 16-channel 24VDC digital output module, working in tandem with same-specification wiring boards. It can accurately control field actuator devices such as valves, relays and indicator lights, with stable output signals and support for frequent start-stop operations.
- 1C31122G02: A 32-channel 24VDC digital output module, adapted for large-scale control scenarios. A single module can realize the control of 32 actuators, effectively reducing the number of modules installed in the cabinet and simplifying system wiring.
Analog Input Modules
- 1C31224G01: An 8-channel 4-20mA analog input module, which can achieve precise acquisition of continuous process signals such as pressure, flow and liquid level in industrial field when used with wiring boards. It features high signal conversion accuracy, meeting the high-precision control requirements of process industries.
- 1C31227G01: A 16-channel RTD/thermocouple input module, specially designed for temperature signal acquisition. It is compatible with multiple types of resistance temperature detectors and thermocouple sensors, and can realize centralized access of multi-channel temperature signals through wiring boards, suitable for high-temperature working conditions in metallurgy, chemical engineering and other industries.
I/O Interfaces and Bases
- 5X00226G04: An I/O interface module that serves as the communication bridge between wiring boards and system backplanes. It ensures the stability and real-time performance of signal transmission, with an anti-electromagnetic interference design suitable for complex industrial electromagnetic environments.
- 5X00497G01: A 4-slot I/O base that supports the combined installation of wiring boards and I/O modules. It is equipped with module hot-swapping functionality, allowing module replacement and maintenance without system shutdown, thus reducing system downtime.
Expansion and Compatibility Components
- 5A26141G06: Local I/O Bus Cable, used for bus connection between wiring boards and I/O bases. Available in a wide range of cable lengths, it adapts to system expansion wiring needs of different cabinet layouts with low signal transmission loss.
- 5X00357G04: Event Input Contact Module, which can cooperate with wiring boards to realize rapid access of fault alarm signals in industrial field. The module features sensitive response, and can timely feed back fault signals to the Ovation control system, improving the safety monitoring capability of the system.
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