MTL5046 – 4-20mA Signal Conditioner | Eaton MTL Series

MTL5046 Intrinsic Safety Barrier: Secure Signal Transmission for Hazardous Areas

Technical Specifications

• Brand/Model: Eaton MTL5046
• Input Range: 4-20mA (1-24mA under/over-range)
• Output Load: 100Ω min, 800Ω max (16V@20mA)
• Digital Bandwidth: 500Hz – 10kHz
• Accuracy: <10µA at 20°C
• Temperature Drift: <0.5µA/°C
• Ripple: <40µA peak-to-peak
• Supply Voltage: 20-35V DC

Safety & Compliance

• Hazardous Certifications: Zone 0, IIC, T4-6; Division 1, Group A.
• Safety Limits: 28V, 300Ω, 93mA; Um=250V AC/DC.

Installation & Maintenance

• Terminals: Use HAZ 4-6 (hazardous side) and SAF 7-9 (safe side) connectors.
• LED Indicator: Green light confirms power.
• Debugging: LFD pin impedance change (pins 11-12) flags faults.

Diagnostics & FAQ

• Q: How does LFD work?
  A: Faults trigger >100kΩ impedance between pins 11-12.
• Q: Minimum load resistance?
  A: 100Ω.

Packaging & Support

• Includes: MTL5046 unit, terminal guide.
• Warranty: 12 months.
• Shipping: FedEx, UPS, or DHL (global).