Omniflex Products

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Product Overview
OMNIFLEX has been designing and manufacturing electronic products and systems for the automation and control industry since 1965.
Through our world-wide partner network, we specialise in providing solutions to industry in the fields of Remote I/O, RTUs, Data
Acquisition, Alarm and Events management, and Process Signal Conditioning Systems. More than 3 decades of experience in
innovating products and systems such as these have resulted in a refined range of solutions for managing abnormal and critical events
in Industrial processes. These proven solutions are being relied upon every hour of every day by major corporations round the world.
Whether its four points or four thousand points, there is an OMNIFLEX solution to your need. Hallmarks of these solutions are reliability,
flexibility and ease of use, which synergise to become the trusted eyes and ears of many enterprises, peak performing 24 hours a day
collecting data, analysing logical circumstances and providing the appropriate warnings to personnel and other systems. Building on
proven technologies, OMNIFLEX continues to research and develop new frontiers to create products that outperform expectations and
provide true added value. Recognising that productivity, human safety and profitability depend largely on products such as these, reliability
engineering assumes paramount importance to ensure operation under the most arduous and inhospitable conditions.
An investment in products that carry such a large responsibility requires confidence in our track record and the continued expansion of
some of the worlds giant industries using OMNIFLEX technologies, is sufficient testimony to this support. The Omniflex focus over the last
decade has been to rationalise its product lines into groups to suit our business focus whilst maintaining growth paths for our existing
customer base world-wide. We actively manufacture product in 3 business areas :

Alarm and Events Management.

Telemetry and Data Acquisition
I/O Systems

Alarm and Events Mangement

This business area comprises :

Alarm Annunciators
Sequential Events Recorders and Loggers
Alarm Management Packages for PC
Distributed Alarm Annunciation Networked
Analog Alarm Integration and logging

Telemetry And Data Acquisition

This business area comprises:

RTUs for Data Acquisition

Multidrop Point to Point Telemetry Systems on cable
Cable Networking
Packet Radio Networking
Cable Saving Signal Multiplexing
Plant Wide Data Monitoring

I/O Systems
This business area comprises:

Remote I/O systems

Signal Conditioning
Power Supplies
Loop Isolators
Two Wire Transmitters
Modbus I/O Modules
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Alarm and Events Management

Alarm Annunciators
This third generation of modular design used on preceding Omni16 ranges has
been taken to new levels to create even more flexibility with related savings in
costs by omitting options not required or the ability to add them later. Also
upgrading from Incandescent lamps to backlit led technology has never been
easier.
Available in 8 or 16 Point Modules expandable to 256 Point systems with Modbus
communications option. DIP switch or PC configurable for maximum flexibility.
Also on offer is an 8 point micro annunciator in DIN 48x96 Housing and the
OMNI30, which is a direct replacement for the obsolete RIS UC30 Annunciator.
The range covers:

Integral Annunciators Backlit LED, Incandescent, Sidebar LED

Remote Logic Units
Remote Displays
Serial Displays
Hazardous Area Annunciators
Accessories and spares

Omni8/16C Annunciators TUV assessed for IEC61508 SIL 1.

Sequential Events Recorders

A discrete low end unit Omnilog is used in conjuncti on with Omni16 or as a stand
alone unit for Sequential Events recording up to 128 points. With better than
1millisecond for 32 inputs and 4 milliseconds for a full 128 inputs. All events are
logged to integral printer.
For larger systems requiring better resolution and events streams to SCADA or
Databases SER260 is used. This is a 32 - 4064 point sequential event recorder with 1
millisecond discrimination between events designed for critical plant monitoring
applications.
Distributed architecture allows multiple outstations and multiple operator display
points over a wide plant area while still maintaining 1 millisecond accuracy. Events
streams may be routed to SCADA/DCS or Database packages using the Conet Local
Area Network and OPC server for Windows.

Alarm Management Packages for PC

Omni-4000 is a PC based Alarm and Events management system accepting inputs from
all Conet Fieldbus enabled products and is capable of displaying 4800 points in an Alarm
Management format. Event Streams from Conet (Time stamped at source) enter the
Omni-4000 system via the Conet Local Area Network and are stored to database. Alarm
screens display dynamic alarm statuses while event streams can be viewed as alarm
lists dynamically or historically.

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Distributed Alarm Annunciation Networked

MaxiLarm is a powerful distributed Alarm Annunciation application on the Maxiflex
hardware platform with I/O collection points distributed over up to 10km of twisted pair
cable. Events are time stamped to 10millisecond resolution. Configuration is via PC
based set-up program connected anywhere on the network.

Analog Alarm Integration and Logging

Pumps, fans, motors need protection in the case of component failure and
information for predictive and preventive maintenance purposes can reduce failures
and stoppages. Omniwatch logs with date and time stamp trip or alarms for
maintenance personnel to view on-screen. Integrating Process Indication(In
engineering Units), Alarm Annunciation, Events Recording, Signal Conditioning,
Alarm and Trips Omniwatch provides a unique blenb of engineering to the Alarm
and Events Management Business. Omniwatch is Conet enabled for SCADA/DCS
data acquisition too.

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Telemetry and Data Acquisition

Multidrop Point to Point Telemetry Systems on cable
Conet Squeezer a modular 16 to 64 Point expandable Telemetry system provides point to
point single direction communications on cable. The mode of operation is transmitter and
receiver pairs(Tx Node and Rx node) to which expander units are added to achieve 64
points maximum per node. Up to 126 Nodes are allowed on a single cable. The modules
are DIP switch configured for Network addresses and baud rate.
Maxitel a Maxiflex RTU based Telemetry Application provides program free Telemetry
applications on cable. Signals may be transmitted between two Maxiflex Nodes bidirectionally e.g. Pump remote stop start with feedback application on the same cable.
Analog and digital I/O may be transmitted between the nodes. Up to 126 Nodes may
share the same cable each node capable of supporting 240 inputs or outputs or
combination of the two.

RTUs for Data Acquisition

Maxiflex can be used also as Data Acquisition and Control elements for SCADA/DCS
systems. No application programs are required for the Remote I/O nodes. All Inputs are
automatically scanned, conditioned and made available via the Conet Fieldbus Network
presentation layer to SCADA. Pre-defined data interchanged tables(DITs) are simply
accessed to read the Inputs. Outputs are written to the field in the same fashion, simply
writing to the Data Interchange Table from SCADA.

IEC61131-3 PLCs
The Maxiflex P3 CPUs are specifically designed to enhance the already successful
Maxiflex RTU / Telemetry System by combining PLC (ISaGRAF IEC61131-3), Remote
I/O, Analogue Control, PID Control, Auto tune and data handling along with a wide range
of Network Communication options.

Radiological Monitoring Systems

Omniflex provide cost effective radiological monitoring systems. The Maxiflex
System enables data from Harwell, iCAM or Labimpex Alpha, Beta and Gamma monitors
located anywhere within buildings or around larger site areas to be monitored by plant
SCADA systems as well as providing REAL-TIME Alarm management and building
evacuation logic systems.

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Networking
Conet Omniflexs Fieldbus Network Provides the communications mechanism for
Telemetry and Data Acquisition applications.
Several Varaints of Conet exist for various communications media or applications:

Using DDE
and access

Conet - Copper Cabling

Conet/m Radio Networking
Conet/p Serial access to Conet via programming Port
Conet/s Serial full duplex Conet implementation Fibre or Copper
Conet/e Ethernet TCP/IP
and OPC servers Conet may be used by any windows application to acquire
Conet Data from the field devices.

Configuration Management Software

A suite of Configuration Management Tools are available for Omniflex Products like
Maxiflex and Omni-16C. These windows based Software Tools allows configurations to be
saved and archived for future use. There are several options available:
OmniSet Free Software supplied on Distribution CD
DITView Allows customising of configuration files
Conet Explorer Suite. Full Suite of Tools, Forth Down Loader, Terminal Access.

Cable Networking
Sophisticated Cable Networking can be achieved with Maxiflex with up to 127 Nodes able
to share a cable. The Conet Fieldbus Nodes can have application programs running to
perform control functionality or running as Data Acquisition Nodes. Any combination of
Conet enabled devices can use the Network.

Packet Radio Networking

Maxiflex can be used to implement packet Radio networks Conet/m with up to 255
Nodes using analogue radios. The modem is built into the Maxiflex CPU controlling the
radio transmission.
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Cable Saving
Conet Squeezer and Maxiflex can be used in cable saving applications multiplexing large
numbers of signals down a twisted pair cable. The Squeezer system has the capability of
1008 Digital signals down a twisted pair cable. Maxiflex can accomodate 15000 signals
down a twisted pair cable. Maxiflex can also incorporate analog signal and
Thermocouples or RTDs.

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I/O Systems
Remote I/O systems
The modular I/O module based Maxiflex system provides direct signal conditioning for data
acquisition and control applications providing a cost effective front-end for PLC's and DCS
systems especially in remote locations where the powerful local area networking capabilities
allow access to data in remote locations that previously appeared to costly to reach

Signal Conditioning
This is a 19inch rack based 3U Eurocard signal conditioning system for flexible front-end
signal conditioning applications where space and power constraints apply. Single unit
housing options are also available.

Power Supplies
The POWERTERM family of Instrument Power Supplies and Battery Chargers provides the
discriminating user with a professional range of products specifically designed for mounting
into instrument panels, where space, safety, reliability and ease of use are important
considerations.
Features such as universal power input range, plug-in terminals, built-in LED indication, and
typically 50,000 hours design life, make these products suitable for automation and control
applications.

Power Supplies / Battery Chargers

Combined Power Supply and Battery Charger system with integrated standby battery
management for small uninterruptible instrument supply applications. Just connect mains
supply, standby battery and load for an industrial grade standby power supply system. Ideal for
RTUs, Dataloggers, Alarm Systems, remote field instrumentation, remote access systems
etc.

Loop Isolators, Loop Splitters and Repeaters

The OMNITERM LPI ,LPX, LPR, LPS are current repeaters specifically designed to
isolate instrument current loops from circulating ground currents that can cause system
inaccuracies, or at worst, instrument failure. The current applied to the input is repeated
on the isolated output, and the load present on the output is reflected back to the input.
No separate power source is required.The OMNITERM LPI,LPX,LPR,LPS are designed to
be DIN rail mounted.
The LPI is optimised for lowest volt drop over 4-20mA, while the LPX is optimised for use
with an extended current range from 0-50mA and load impedances down to zero ohms.
The LPR is used as a loop repeater using a separate 24Vdc supply to give more load
driving capability, The LPS is a loop splitter with separate 24Vdc supply and coverts one
loop into 2 output loops fully isolated from the input and each other.
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Four Wire Transmitters

The Omniterm TxB is a Universal Input Four Wire current loop transmitter, used as a field
interface for remote instrumentation. The TxB accepts Thermocouples, millivolt, voltage,
current and 2&3 wire RTD primary sensors. Configuration of the TxB is by a combination
of DIP switches to configure input connections and span/ranging via PC The TxB is
intended for mounting as close to the primary sensor as possible and will operate from a
24V dc supply voltage providing a 4-20mA loop signal loop output. Isolation of 1500V
between the input circuit and output current loop eliminates ground loops on the input
wiring, which would normally cause inaccuracies in readings. The inherent characteristics
of a current loop provide high noise immunity thus ensuring minimal induced error signals.
FEATURES

TC/mV/VC/RB universal input in one product

0-20mA / 0-10V / 0-10mA universal output

24-30Vdc powered

Three port isolation to 1500Vac

Din Rail or Surface Mount

Narrow 22.5mm module width

Sensor linearisation standard

Output overload detection

Integrates with OMNIFLEX Asset Manager

Designed to meet IEC 61508 SIL1 criteria.

Two Wire Transmitters

The Ampliterm TWTx is a Two Wire 4-20mA transmitter, used as a field interface for
remote instrumentation. The TWTx accepts Thermocouples, millivolt, voltage, current
and 2&3 wire RTD primary sensors. The Ampliterm TWTx is intended for mounting as
close to the primary sensor as possible and will operate from a 12-45V dc loop voltage
providing a 4-20mA loop signal on a low cost twisted pair or instrumentation cable, thus
providing the benefit of savings in installation and cable costs (particularly thermocouple
compensation cable). 1500V isolation between the input circuit and output current loop
eliminates ground loops on the input wiring which would normally cause inaccuracies in
readings. The inherent characteristics of a current loop provide high noise immunity thus
ensuring minimal induced error signals.

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Analogue Trip Amplifiers

The Omniterm TTB is a Dual Trip Amplifier accepting Voltage or Current input signals and
providing Two Form C (Change-over contact) outputs. Setpoints are set via front panel
potentiometers. Deadband is set via internal links. The relays can be configured for High
or Low tripping in energised or de-energised mode to accommodate fail safe operation.
FEATURES

Two independent Trip Relay Outputs

250Vac (30Vdc) 5Amp contact rating

0-20mA and 0-10V Inputs

24Vdc Powered

Monitor points for easy adjustment

DIN Rail or surface mounting

Normally Energised/De-energised relays

Change-over contacts on both relays

AC Input Signal Conditioning

The Omniterm TAC AC Voltage and Current Module caters for AC measurement off
Voltage or Current Transformers in the plant or substation. The input measurement is true
RMS reading of inputs with the current loop output proportional to RMS reading of the
input.

Strain Gauge Amplifier

The Strain Gauge Amplifier accepts 6 Wire Load Cells and provides a transmitter input
proportion to the Input from the strain gauge. Tare offset, Range/span are configured
using OmniSet configuration software. An Auto Tare facility input allows the Strain Gauge
to be incorporated into automated weighing systems.

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Special Function Amplifiers

The Omniterm TFX Special Function Module caters for analogue computation requirement
of current loops on a process plant. The Special Function Amplifier is used for
computation functions like:

Adder

Subtractor

Multiplier

Divider

Multiplier/Divider

Deviation Monitoring

Linear Integration

Square Root Integration

Signal Inversion

Accepting up to 4 Analogue Input signals with Two Output Signals the functions above
can be configured using OmniSet configuration Software.

Omniterm B Series Configuration Tools

OmniSet Configuration Utility
Some of the Omniterm B series devices are configurable via PC. This applies in particular
to universal inputs devices where configuration parameters such as thermocouple and
RTD types, input ranges or span can be set via the program port on the Omniterm B
series device. Input connections are set via DIP switch and the unit options like range
and span are set via the OmniSet PC based utility giving infinite flexibility in choosing
measuring range, as well as the convenience of setting other parameters for a PC
environment. An added advantage of the system is the ability to save the Omniterm B
series units configuration file for future use.

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Modbus I/O Modules

The C2302A, C2303A, Omni16/Modbus Interface Modules are DIN rail mount devices
powered from 24Vdc. Their function is to acquire input from the existing Omniflex Omni16
alarm annunciators or auxiliary I/O for computer or SCADA systems via RS232/RS485
serial communications using the Modbus protocol.The C2302A is equipped with a 20 way
ribbon header suitable to connect directly to any existing Omni8 or Omni16 Annunciator
input or lamp repeat socket. The C2303A is equipped with screw terminals for connecting
up to 16 hard-wired general purpose inputs. This allows general field input to be
connected to a Modbus Master as remote inputs. Either RS232 or RS485 is selectable
via choice of pinout on the Db9 connector situated on the front of the unit. Each module
acts as a MODBUS Slave device in either ASCII or RTU mode, providing a single data
register where the status of the 16 inputs can be read .Each unit is equipped with a
single 8 way DIP switch on which the parameters for the Modbus serial port are selected.
Using the modules in RS485 mode, up to 32 of these units may be daisy-chained from a
single Modbus Master. In this configuration, up to 512 I/O (i.e. up to 32 Omni16s) may
be monitored from a single Modbus Master.

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3. Although every intention is made to ensure that performance figures and data are accurate the company reserves the right to alter without
notice any product or specification. Performance figures and data must therefore be specifically confirmed by the company before they become
applicable to any tender, order or contract.
4. In the case of electrical components, enough data is included in the drawings to allow maintenance of the equipment. However if component
availability or substitution information is required please consult the factory for assistance, as it is impossible to include data on every
component in this document.
5. This product is sold without liability for consequential loss of any description.

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