AUTOMATION DIRECT C0-08TR

Product Details and Specifications

The C0-08TR is an 8-point CLICK relay output module. Its key specifications are:

• Outputs: 8 relay outputs

• Voltage Range: 6-240 VAC / 6-27 VDC

• Contact Type: (8) Form A (normally open) contacts

• Common Configuration: 2 isolated commons, with 4 points per common

• Current Rating: 1 Ampere per point

• Connection: Includes a removable terminal block for easy wiring.

Product Advantages

While explicit marketing "advantages" for the C0-08TR were not directly found, the inherent benefits of this type of module include:

• Versatile Switching: The relay outputs allow for the control of both AC and DC loads over a wide voltage range (6-240 VAC / 6-27 VDC), making it suitable for diverse industrial applications.

• Electrical Isolation: The use of relays provides electrical isolation between the PLC's internal logic and the external field devices, protecting the PLC from voltage spikes or ground loops.

• Multiple Isolated Commons: With 2 isolated commons, different voltage levels or power sources can be connected to distinct groups of outputs, enhancing flexibility and safety in wiring.

• Ease of Maintenance: The removable terminal block simplifies installation, wiring, and module replacement without needing to re-wire individual connections.

Precautions

When installing and operating the C0-08TR, observe the following precautions:

• Adherence to Codes: Always follow all applicable local and national electrical and safety codes that regulate the installation and operation of industrial equipment. Codes vary by region and time, so it is your responsibility to ensure compliance. Refer to the National Fire Code, National Electrical Code, and NEMA codes as minimum guidelines.

• Separate Power Sources: It is strongly recommended to use separate power sources for the PLC's logic side and the field side (external I/O devices) to enhance system stability and safety.

• Application Suitability: AutomationDirect does not guarantee that products are suitable for every specific application and disclaims responsibility for product design, installation, or operation. These products are not designed for "High Risk Activities" or as on-line control equipment in hazardous environments requiring fail-safe performance (e.g., nuclear facilities, aircraft control).

• Motor Control: For applications involving frequent starts/stops or motor control, consider dedicated motor control devices (like contactors and overload relays) rather than wiring motors directly to the module's relay outputs. Solid-state relays (SSRs) are generally preferred over mechanical relays for applications with many start/stops, although SSRs can fail to the ON state. A surge suppressor might be needed if using a solid-state output module with inductive loads.