Description
1. At-A-Glance Executive Brief
- Model: F8628 (Also covers standard variants like F8628X)
- Brand: HIMA
- Part Type: Communication and Programming Module
- System Compatibility: HIMA H41q and H51q Safety Instrumented Systems
- Core Protocol: Profibus DP Slave (EN 50170) & Ethernet Connectivity
- Weight: 0.40 kg
2. Technical Introduction
Maintaining efficient data exchange and programming access across legacy safety instrumented systems presents a challenge when older serial communication paths bottleneck plant updates. The HIMA F8628 functions as a dedicated communication module engineered to bridge Profibus DP slave networks with engineering workstations.
Operating within H41q and H51q safety racks, the module facilitates reliable controller configuration via the ELOP II software environment. It handles network traffic overhead and fieldbus communication tasks independently from the central safety processors, ensuring that high-integrity safety execution loops remain uninterrupted while diagnostic data and program modifications stream across the network backbone.
3. Core Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Manufacturer | HIMA Paul Hildebrandt GmbH |
| System Series | H41q / H51q Safety Systems |
| Primary Protocols | Profibus DP Slave (EN 50170) / Ethernet (100Base-T) |
| Programming Interface | ELOP II via Ethernet / Local Port |
| Physical Interfaces | 9-pole SUB-D connector & RJ45 port |
| Form Factor | 19-inch subrack module (3 HU, 4 WU width) |
| Operating Voltage | 5 VDC / 24 VDC via system backplane bus |
| EMC Standards | Complies with IEC 61131-2 and EN 50082-2 |
4. Field Engineer’s Tech Notes
- Shielded Cabling Requirements: Always use high-grade shielded twisted-pair cable for the Profibus DP line and fully shielded RJ45 patch cables for the Ethernet interface. Unshielded runs inside high-voltage marshalling cabinets couple electromagnetic interference (EMI) directly into the transceiver chips, resulting in intermittent bus dropouts and CRC packet errors.
- Firmware and ELOP II Version Matching: When integrating this communication card into older safety racks, verify that your ELOP II engineering suite matches the required minimum version threshold. Attempting configuration downloads with legacy software revisions will cause handshake rejections and block online program monitoring.
5. Adaptive QA & Testing Protocol
Prior to dispatch, each HIMA F8628 communication module undergoes rigorous bench verification using a dedicated H41q/H51q test rack simulation. Technicians execute full handshake validation across the Profibus DP slave port, test packet transmission integrity over the Ethernet interface, and verify internal power-rail isolation. Complete diagnostic test logs and verification reports are available upon request to procurement teams.
6.We stock this unit as factory-original New Surplus (NSFP) or pristine certified surplus, housed in anti-static packaging.
- What warranty coverage applies to this HIMA module?
All units are backed by a comprehensive 12-month operational warranty from the date of invoice.
- How fast can this part ship for an urgent plant outage?
In-stock modules ship same-day from our domestic US warehouse via priority air freight carriers to minimize costly facility downtime.
