{"product_id":"triconex-3515-tricon-3000-series-cpu-processors","title":"TRICONEX 3515 Tricon 3000 Series CPU Processors","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTRICONEX 3515 Tricon 3000 Series Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTRICONEX 3515\u003c\/strong\u003e operates as a dedicated hardware component for safety logic execution within Tricon 3000 Series SIS platforms. The assembly features three independent processing legs that execute application code concurrently, coordinating deterministic control choices directly via a high-speed backplane matrix to drive safety loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3515\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTRICONEX (Schneider Electric)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.8kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e177.8 mm x 101.6 mm x 228.6 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to +60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 W typical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessor Architecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTriple Modular Redundancy (TMR) with three independent CPUs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClock Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33 MHz (per CPU)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMemory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 MB DRAM, 4 MB Flash for program storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBackplane Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-speed TriBus communication with I\/O modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 VDC via backplane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-232\/RS-485, Ethernet (via communication modules)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiagnostics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinuous self-test, watchdog timers, LED indicators (PASS, FAIL, ACTIVE)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety Integrity Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSIL3 (IEC 61508 \/ IEC 61511)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to +85 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5% to 95% non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEC 61508 SIL3, TÜV, CE, UL Class I Div 2, ATEX Zone 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTriple Modular Redundancy and Safety Integrity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe processing sub-assembly utilizes a triple modular redundancy (TMR) 2oo3 architecture consisting of three isolated hardware legs running parallel safety logic paths. Internal signal verification mechanisms depend on the high-speed TriBus backplane interface to execute continuous cross-leg voting and data synchronization. If a hardware fault occurs within a single CPU core, the remaining two execution legs identify the discrepant state, isolate the failed processing lane, and maintain deterministic fail-safe state execution across the system loop. This continuous hardware voting and isolated topology secure system operation under strict IEC 61508 SIL3 safety parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the online hot-swap constraints when extracting this main processor module?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module supports online hot-swap capabilities inside the designated rack allocation. Technicians can replace the unit while the backplane remains energized without stopping the system logic solver execution or causing process interruption on the remaining active modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the system handle firmware synchronization during a hot-swap operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Upon insertion of the replacement module, the remaining active processors utilize the TriBus interface to verify firmware flash compatibility and copy the active safety program into the new unit's 16 MB DRAM. Redundancy must be verified via the TriStation interface following physical replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlign and insert the module vertically into the specific slots of the Tricon 3000 Series SIS chassis. Verify full mechanical seating with the backplane pin assembly before engaging the front panel locking mechanisms. Ensure the configuration is deployed using the correct version of TriStation software to maintain compatibility with the 33 MHz processor clock profile. Ground the overall chassis grounding loops directly to a low-impedance master instrument ground bus to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI). Route all data cables connected to front or side communication ports through dedicated wireways separated from high-current AC power cables.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Triconex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43736168792154,"sku":"3515","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/202_53e5215c-9e70-4a7f-bd21-c1e1bba531c3.jpg?v=1785118906","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/ar\/products\/triconex-3515-tricon-3000-series-cpu-processors","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}