1. System Overview: HIMatrix F35 Compact Safety Controller
HIMatrix F35 is a compact controller designed specifically for industrial automation safety applications. The device is integrated into a metal casing and provides comprehensive I/O interfaces, enabling SIL 3 level safety functions without the need for complex modular cabinets.
Core configuration and authentication:
Safety level: Certified by T Ü V, compliant with IEC 61508 SIL 3, IEC 61511, and IEC 62061 standards.
Performance level: Complies with EN 954-1 Cat. 4 and EN ISO 13849-1 PL e standards.
Explosion proof certification: applicable to Zone 2 (ATEX) explosion-proof area.
Certification bodies: T Ü V, UL, FM approvals, Lloyd's Register, etc.
Main I/O scale:
24 digital inputs (DI): Supports mechanical contact or signal source connections.
8 digital outputs (DO): Supports direct load driving and has overload protection.
2 counters: supports multiple modes (counting, Gray code decoding).
8 analog inputs (AI): supports voltage (0-10V) and current (0-20mA) measurement.
2. Security architecture and functional design
The safety design of F35 controller is based on the principles of "de excitation trip" and "live trip". This means that in the event of a malfunction, the system will automatically enter a defined safe state (usually a de excitation state).
2.1 Safety Related Digital Input (DI)
Signal processing: Input signals are collected as analog measurement values and converted to Boolean values through configurable thresholds. The default setting is: low level<7V, high level>13V.
Line monitoring: Although the digital input of F35 itself does not require line monitoring, an open circuit is considered a safe (low level) state.
Power supply: For mechanical contacts without independent power supply, the controller provides a 24V power supply (LS+) with short-circuit protection internally.
2.2 Safety Related Digital Output (DO)
Fault response: If an output fault (such as a short circuit) is detected, the affected output channel will immediately switch to a safe (de excitation) state through a safety switch.
Overload protection: If an overload occurs, the affected output or all outputs will be turned off and automatically restored after troubleshooting.
Line monitoring support: The analog input of F35 can be used to monitor the open and short circuits of digital outputs, thereby achieving SIL 3 compliant line integrity monitoring.
2.3 Safety related counters
Resolution: 24 bit resolution, maximum count value is
2 24−1=16,777,2152
pattern
Counting function 1: Depending on the counting direction input signal, it supports up/down counting.
Counting function 2: It is independent of the input signal in the counting direction and is controlled by the program to add/subtract.
Decoding operation: used to connect the absolute value rotary encoder (3-bit Gray code).
2.4 Safety related Analog Input (AI)
Measurement range: 0... 10 V DC or 0... 20 mA (via shunt resistor).
Accuracy: The safety related accuracy is ± 2% (final value).
Safety principle: The input signal is evaluated according to the principle of de excitation tripping.
3. Hardware variants and technical specifications
The F35 series offers three main model variants to meet different environmental temperatures and installation requirements. The following is a detailed model list and product data:
3.1 Model List
Model description programming tool supports part numbers
F35 01 standard type, working temperature 0...+60 ° C SILworX/ELOP II Factory 98 220 0416/0473
F35 011 (-20 ° C) low temperature type, working temperature -20...+60 ° C SILworX/ELOP II Factory 98 220 0453/0476
F35 012 (Subsea/-20 ° C) Subsea/Low Temperature Type, V2A Stainless Steel Case, Compliant with ISO 13628-6:2006 SILworX/ELOP II Factory 98 220 0454/0477
*Note: The electronic components of F35 011 and F35 012 are coated with protective varnish to adapt to harsh environments. The F35 012 chassis is equipped with solid aluminum plates for installation. *
3.2 Core Technical Specifications
Supply voltage: 24 V DC, allowable deviation -15%...+20%, ripple factor ≤ 5%.
Current input: maximum 9 A (full load), no load 0.5 A.
Protection level: IP20 (standard).
Protection level: Class III (IEC/EN 61131-2).
Storage temperature: -40...+85 ° C.
User memory: V7.0 and above versions have a maximum of 1023 kB for user programs and 1023 kB for user data.
Response time: ≥ 20 ms.
Weight: Approximately 1.2 kg (F35 01/F35 011), 1.7 kg (F35 012).
Dimensions: Width 257mm, Height 114mm, Depth 97mm (excluding plugins and mounting plates).

4. Programming and Configuration: SILworX and ELOP II Factory
The configuration tool for F35 controller depends on its operating system (OS) version:
OS version 7 and above: Use SILworX for configuration.
OS version 7 and below: Use ELOP II Factory for configuration.
4.1 SILworX configuration key points (OS>=7)
In SILworX hardware, F35 is considered as a basic rack and includes the following module configurations:
Processor module (CPU)
Communication Module (COM)
Output module (DO 8)