FALCON 148

Falcon 148 – Digital I/O & Counter Module

Short description: A rugged microcontroller-based 14-channel digital input and 8-channel digital output module with RS485 Modbus RTU communication. Ideal for SCADA, counters, alarms, and industrial supervisory control.

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Falcon 148 Digital I/O Module
Falcon 148 – Digital I/O & Counter Module

Key Features

  • Microcontroller-based, rugged and reliable design.
  • 14 optically isolated digital inputs for potential-free contacts.
  • 8 optically isolated digital open collector outputs to drive relays.
  • Ideal for SCADA and counter applications (production, revolution, fault, batch counting, bottle filling, etc.).
  • RS485 communication with MODBUS RTU protocol; supports multi-dropping.
  • DIP switch for baud rate and station ID settings.
  • Front panel LED indications for Power, System OK, Tx/Rx, input and output status.
  • Reset facility: all 14 counters or individual counter reset via MODBUS.
  • All counters stored in battery-backed RAM with >1 year retention.
  • Built-in 24VDC, 100 mA excitation supply for field sensors.
  • DIN rail mounting for easy panel integration.

Technical Specifications

  • Inputs: 14 digital inputs, potential-free contacts
  • Input Pulse: 1 Hz to 10 kHz (factory-set amplitude: 5VDC / 12VDC / 24VDC)
  • Outputs: 8 open collector outputs, optically isolated (for external relay driving)
  • Accuracy: ±0.25% of count
  • Indications: Power ON, System OK, Tx/Rx, 14 input status, 8 output status
  • Reset: All or individual counters resettable via MODBUS
  • Memory: Battery-backed RAM, >1 year retention
  • Excitation Supply: 24VDC, 100 mA
  • Communication: RS485, 2-wire, MODBUS RTU protocol
  • Baud Rate: 9600 / 19200 bps, DIP switch selectable
  • Station ID: 1 to 8, settable via DIP switch
  • Polling Time: 10 ms
  • Power Supply: 230 VAC ±10%, 50 Hz (1-phase)
  • Operating Temperature: 5°C to 55°C
  • Storage Temperature: –10°C to 70°C
  • Enclosure: DIN rail mount ABS molded, 32-terminal box; Size: 70 × 150 × 114 mm (H × W × D)

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