Material
Other, Global universal model
Condition
Other, Global universal model
Task
Other, Global universal model
Mathematical Model
Other, Global universal model
Signal
Other, Global universal model
Customized
Non-Customized
Structure
Other, Global universal model
Operating Temperature
-35℃~+80℃
Relative Humidity
5%~95% (non-condensing)
Operating Voltage
24V DC±15%
Dimensions
180mm×120mm×70mm
I. Overview
Metso A413125 is a remote I/O module developed to meet the needs of "distributed signal acquisition and control". It belongs to the Metso Automation Control System 800 series and is manufactured at Metso's Tampere factory in Finland. The core function of this module is to realize efficient data interaction between decentralized sensors, actuators in industrial sites and central control systems (such as DCS, PLC), and it undertakes the dual role of "local signal preprocessing + remote data transmission". It is widely used in heavy industrial scenarios with high requirements for signal transmission distance and dispersion, such as mining conveyor systems, cement rotary kiln control, metallurgical continuous casting production lines, paper mill drying sections, and chemical reactor auxiliary control.
The module adopts a composite structure of "high-strength engineering plastic shell + metal shielding layer", with an IP66 protection rating, enabling stable operation in a wide temperature range from -35°C to +80°C. Meanwhile, it has passed the IEC 61010-1 electrical safety certification, IEC 61326-1 electromagnetic compatibility certification, and ATEX Zone 2 explosion-proof certification. It can effectively resist dust accumulation, high-pressure spraying, mechanical vibration, and strong electromagnetic interference (such as frequency converter harmonics, high-power motor start-stop impact) in industrial sites, providing "high reliability + long-distance transmission" guarantee for signal acquisition and control in distributed industrial scenarios. In addition, this module is compatible with Metso DNA control systems and mainstream third-party industrial control systems (such as Siemens S7-1500, Rockwell Allen-Bradley ControlLogix), and supports seamless integration with the central system via industrial Ethernet or bus, significantly reducing the wiring cost and system complexity in distributed control scenarios.

II. Technical Parameters
III. Functional Features
1. Long-Distance and High-Precision Signal Acquisition and Transmission
The module has a built-in "signal preprocessing + anti-interference amplification" circuit. Combined with a 24-bit high-precision ADC, it can accurately acquire and amplify weak signals (such as 4-20mA current signals) from decentralized sensors. At the same time, it realizes long-distance data transmission via RS485 bus (supporting differential transmission) or Ethernet (supporting Profinet IRT real-time protocol), and can maintain a signal transmission accuracy of ±0.1% even at a bus transmission distance of 1200m. For example, in a 1km-long mining conveyor control system, it can accurately collect the tension and speed signals of each section of the conveyor belt and transmit them to the central control system via the bus, avoiding control delays or misjudgments caused by signal attenuation, and ensuring the conveyor belt operates at a constant and stable speed.
2. Distributed Deployment and Flexible Cascading
It supports cascading of up to 32 modules via RS485 bus, or unlimited expansion via an Ethernet switch. The number of modules and installation positions can be flexibly configured according to the dispersion degree of sensors/actuators in the industrial site, without the need to centrally wire all signals to the central control room, significantly reducing wiring costs and construction difficulty. For example, in cement rotary kiln control, one module can be installed in each decentralized area such as the kiln head, kiln tail, and preheater. After locally collecting temperature and pressure signals, the signals are summarized to the central DCS via Ethernet, reducing the wiring length by more than 80%.
3. Comprehensive Fault Diagnosis and Safety Redundancy
It has a built-in "three-level fault diagnosis mechanism": the first level diagnoses the module's own power supply and communication status; the second level diagnoses input and output channels (such as disconnection, short circuit, and over-range); the third level diagnoses externally connected equipment (such as sensor open circuit and actuator jamming). When an abnormality is detected, it immediately triggers a local sound and light alarm (red fault light flashing + buzzer intermittent alarm), and sends detailed information including "fault type + fault location + fault time" to the upper computer via the communication interface. At the same time, it automatically switches the output channel to the preset safe state (such as turning off the solenoid valve and cutting off the motor control signal). In addition, it supports communication link redundancy (Ethernet dual-link backup, RS485 bus master-slave backup). When the main communication link fails, it can switch to the backup link within ≤50ms to ensure uninterrupted data transmission.
4. Strong Environmental Adaptability and Explosion-Proof Design
The IP66 protection rating can resist high-pressure spraying (such as equipment cleaning in paper mills) and dust accumulation (such as in mining crushing workshops) in industrial sites. The wide temperature range from -35°C to +80°C can adapt to outdoor installation in northern winters or high-temperature workshop scenarios in metallurgical plants, without the need for additional insulation boxes or protective covers. At the same time, the module adopts an "explosion-proof component layout + flame-retardant shell" inside, and has passed the ATEX Zone 2 explosion-proof certification. It can be safely used in scenarios with flammable and explosive gases such as chemical and oil-gas industries, avoiding safety accidents caused by electrical sparks.
5. Convenient Configuration and Remote Operation & Maintenance
It is equipped with Metso Control Tool Pro, a dedicated configuration software for Metso, which supports "graphical configuration + batch parameter setting". Users can customize the input and output channel types, sampling periods, and fault thresholds via the software, and can also perform linear calibration of analog signals (such as converting 4-20mA current signals into actual pressure values). In addition, it supports remote operation and maintenance functions: maintenance personnel can remotely view the module's operating status (such as data of each channel, temperature, and voltage), download historical fault logs via Ethernet, and can also remotely upgrade the module's firmware and modify configuration parameters without going to decentralized on-site installation points, significantly reducing operation and maintenance costs and downtime.

IV. Common Faults and Solutions