Bachmann SLC284 00014273-00 Safety Processor Module

Overview

The SLC284 00014273-00 is a high-performance safety controller for Bachmann’s M1 automation system. It operates as an independent, SIL3/PL e certified safety logic controller. The SLC284 suits demanding industrial safety applications with fast program cycles and redundant I/O support. It integrates seamlessly with safety I/O modules SDI208 and SDO204, supporting distributed operation over FASTBUS, CAN, or bluecom. Programming occurs through Bachmann’s SolutionCenter, ensuring efficient, safe, and flexible configuration.

Technical Specifications

Model: SLC284
Part Number: 00014273-00
Processor: Dual 32-bit LPC2468 microcontrollers, 72 MHz
Cycle Time: 5 ms
Programming: Via M200 controller or serial COM interface
Safety Programming: PLCopen function blocks via SolutionCenter

Digital Inputs:

• 16 total, usable as 8 redundant pairs for SIL3

• Voltage Range: High 15–34 V DC, Low –34 to +5 V DC

• Hardware Delay: ~300 µs, Software Delay: ~1 ms

• Input Current: ~3.5 mA at 24 V DC

• Status: Green LED per channel

Digital Outputs:

• 8 total, usable as 4 redundant pairs for SIL3

• Voltage Range: 18–34 V DC

• Max Current: 0.5 A per channel, 2 A per group

• Switching Frequency: Up to 500 Hz (resistive load)

• Fault Detection: Short circuit, overload, undervoltage, overvoltage

• Status: Green LED per channel

Communication & Expansion:

• Interfaces: FASTBUS, CAN, bluecom

• I/O Expansion: Compatible with SDI208 and SDO204

• Distributed Operation: Modules can be separated by several hundred meters

Electrical & Mechanical:

• Internal Power Isolation: 500 V (system and component level)

• Power Supply: 24 V DC (18–34 V), reverse polarity protected

• Current Consumption: ~95 mA @ 24 V DC plus actuator/sensor load

• Connectors: I/O Phoenix Contact miniCOMBICON RM 3.5, Power COMBICON RM 5.08

Environmental Conditions:

• Operating Temperature: –30 to +60°C (fanless)

• Storage Temperature: –40 to +85°C

• Humidity: 5–95% RH, condensing and non-condensing