Description

The EMERSON CE3008 is a highly specialized 8-channel analog input module designed for integration into Emerson’s DeltaV distributed control system, one of the most widely deployed automation platforms in process industries worldwide. This sophisticated module serves as a critical interface between field instrumentation and the control system, precisely measuring and converting analog signals from various process sensors into high-resolution digital data for monitoring and control purposes. The EMERSON CE3008 excels at handling multiple signal types including voltage, current, and resistance inputs, making it exceptionally versatile for connecting to transmitters, thermocouples, RTDs, and other analog field devices. Its advanced design incorporates robust signal conditioning and filtering capabilities that ensure accurate measurement even in electrically noisy industrial environments.

Engineered for maximum reliability and performance, this module features comprehensive diagnostics that continuously monitor both module health and field wiring integrity. The EMERSON CE3008 is designed with hot-swappable capability, allowing for maintenance and replacement without process interruption when used in appropriate redundant configurations. As part of Emerson’s commitment to innovation and quality, this module offers seamless integration with the DeltaV system architecture, providing engineers with intuitive configuration tools and real-time diagnostic information. The EMERSON CE3008 represents the pinnacle of measurement technology, delivering the precision, reliability, and flexibility required for critical process applications across various industries where accurate data acquisition is essential for operational excellence and safety.

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Technical Specifications

Parameter Name	Parameter Value
Product Model	CE3008
Manufacturer	Emerson
Product Type	8-Channel Analog Input Module
Input Channels	8 configurable channels
Input Types	Voltage (0-5V, 0-10V, ±5V, ±10V), Current (0-20mA, 4-20mA), Resistance (RTD, potentiometer)
Resolution	16-bit ADC
Accuracy	±0.05% of full scale
Update Rate	50 ms per channel (all channels)
Common Mode Rejection	>120 dB @ 50/60 Hz
Normal Mode Rejection	>60 dB @ 50/60 Hz
Input Impedance	1 MΩ (voltage), 250 Ω (current)
Power Requirements	5 VDC (from DeltaV bus)
Operating Temperature	-40°C to +70°C
Isolation	500 VAC channel-to-channel and channel-to-bus

Main Features and Advantages

The EMERSON CE3008 offers exceptional measurement versatility through its software-configurable input channels, which can be individually set up for different signal types without hardware modifications. This flexibility significantly reduces spare parts inventory and simplifies maintenance procedures. The module’s high 16-bit resolution and 0.05% accuracy ensure that even the smallest process variations are detected and accurately represented in the control system, enabling precise monitoring and control of critical process parameters. Advanced signal processing capabilities include sophisticated filtering algorithms that effectively suppress electrical noise while maintaining fast response times, ensuring clean and reliable data for control decisions.

Comprehensive diagnostic capabilities set the EMERSON CE3008 apart from conventional analog input modules. It continuously monitors for field wiring faults such as open circuits, short circuits, and signal out-of-range conditions, providing early warning of potential issues before they affect process operations. The module’s robust design includes 500V isolation that protects the control system from potentially damaging voltage transients and ground loops. The hot-swappable design allows for module replacement without system shutdown, maximizing operational availability. With its intuitive configuration through DeltaV software and detailed diagnostic reporting, the EMERSON CE3008 significantly reduces engineering and maintenance efforts while enhancing overall system reliability.

Application Field

The EMERSON CE3008 is deployed across numerous process industries where precise analog signal acquisition is critical for operational excellence and safety. In chemical processing plants, it is used for monitoring reactor temperatures via RTDs and thermocouples, pressure and flow measurements through 4-20mA transmitters, and analytical instrument outputs. Oil and gas facilities utilize the EMERSON CE3008 for wellhead monitoring, pipeline pressure and flow measurements, and tank level monitoring systems. The pharmaceutical industry relies on this module for critical batch process monitoring where precise temperature, pressure, and flow measurements are essential for product quality and regulatory compliance.

Power generation plants employ the EMERSON CE3008 for monitoring turbine parameters, boiler conditions, and emissions control systems. In water and wastewater treatment facilities, the module handles signals from pH sensors, flow meters, and pressure transmitters. Food and beverage processing operations use it for temperature control in pasteurization processes and flow measurement in ingredient handling. Essentially, any application within the Emerson DeltaV system environment that requires high-precision, multi-signal analog input capability benefits from the superior performance and reliability of the EMERSON CE3008 module.

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