{"product_id":"ge-fanuc-st-1218-discrete-input-module-8-point-rsti","title":"GE Fanuc ST-1218 Discrete Input Module | 8-Point RSTi","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGE ST-1218\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis an 8-channel discrete input module from the RSTi PACSystems series by GE Fanuc Emerson. Designed for high-speed digital input acquisition, this module supports 12\/24 VDC field devices and ensures reliable ON\/OFF signal detection in distributed control and automation systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eST-1218\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscrete Input (Digital)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNumber of Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 Positive Logic Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Voltage Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11–28.8 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOn Voltage Threshold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026gt;10.2 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOff Voltage Threshold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;5 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResponse Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0 ms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 mA @ 5 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRack-mounted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.3 × 7.08 × 3.93 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.24 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8-channel discrete input acquisition for compact RSTi PACSystems applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePositive logic design ensures accurate ON\/OFF detection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast 3 ms response for real-time control processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlexible operating voltage (11–28.8 VDC) compatible with a variety of field devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndustrial-grade construction and certifications for reliable operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompact form factor simplifies panel installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDigital signal acquisition from switches, pushbuttons, and sensors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistributed control systems and PACSystems I\/O racks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for process automation, factory control, and monitoring systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the ST-1218 handle analog signals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, it is strictly for digital input acquisition (ON\/OFF signals).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the maximum input voltage it can tolerate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The operating voltage range is 11–28.8 VDC; ensure field devices remain within this range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does it compare to similar RSTi discrete input modules?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Compared to other RSTi input modules, the ST-1218 offers 8 channels with fast 3 ms response, ideal for applications requiring compact high-speed digital input acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GE Fanuc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42791551893594,"sku":"ST-1218","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/4601\/3530\/files\/ST-12182.jpg?v=1768804967","url":"https:\/\/www.plcmasters.com\/it\/products\/ge-fanuc-st-1218-discrete-input-module-8-point-rsti","provider":"PLC Masters Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}