{"product_id":"2mlf-dc8a-honeywell-plc-8-port-analog-current-output-card","title":"2MLF-DC8A Honeywell PLC 8-Port Analog Current Output Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Honeywell 2MLF-DC8A functions as a high-density analog interface for the MasterLogic-200 PLC series. This 8-channel current output module converts digital CPU data into precise analog current signals, ranging from 4 to 20mA or 0 to 20mA. It serves as the primary control link for modulating field equipment, including control valves, actuators, and variable frequency drives (VFDs). By providing multiple independent output channels in a single compact module, the 2MLF-DC8A streamlines cabinet wiring and enhances the scalability of Honeywell automation systems in water treatment, chemical processing, and discrete manufacturing environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2MLF-DC8A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMasterLogic-200\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnalog Current (Sourcing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Density\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 Channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDC 4~20mA \/ DC 0~20mA (Selectable)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12-bit Digital-to-Analog conversion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoad Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e550 \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\Omega$\u003c\/span\u003e or less\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\pm$\u003c\/span\u003e0.1% FS (Full Scale) at 25°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChannel-to-system galvanic isolation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMasterLogic-200 Backplane Bus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e172 × 120 × 114 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-10°C to +60°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.349 kg (Shipping Weight: 2 kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized Load Drive Capability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe 2MLF-DC8A drives load resistances up to 550\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\Omega$\u003c\/span\u003e, ensuring stable current loop signals even over extended cable runs to remote field actuators. This eliminates signal degradation issues in large-scale plant layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGranular Channel Configuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEngineers select the output range (4-20mA or 0-20mA) individually for each channel through the MasterLogic programming software. This flexibility allows one module to manage diverse field devices with different signaling requirements simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Density Footprint:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePacking 8 channels into a slim profile reduces the number of I\/O slots required in the PLC rack. This high density directly lowers hardware costs and minimizes the physical dimensions of the control enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Signal Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBuilt-in isolation protection shields the internal PLC logic from field-side electrical noise and induced transients. This safeguards the central processor and prevents interference from affecting adjacent analog channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I switch between 0-20mA and 4-20mA modes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou configure the output range through the MasterLogic-200 parameter settings or the applicable PLC programming software. The module does not require physical DIP switch changes for range selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this module support hot-swapping?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the 2MLF-DC8A requires a complete system power-down before removal or installation into the MasterLogic rack. Always follow standard safety procedures to prevent damage to the backplane bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens if the load resistance exceeds 550\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\Omega$\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the load resistance exceeds the rated 550\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$\\Omega$\u003c\/span\u003e, the module may fail to maintain the commanded current (especially at the 20mA peak), leading to inaccurate process control or \"Undercurrent\" fault diagnostics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this product 100% Brand New and Original?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe guarantee that this 2MLF-DC8A is 100% Brand New, Original Honeywell equipment in factory-sealed packing, supported by a 12-month factory warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Honeywell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43281745051738,"sku":"2MLF-DC8A","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/512..jpg?v=1777277098","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/products\/2mlf-dc8a-honeywell-plc-8-port-analog-current-output-card","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}