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PANTRONISM-8800/24VDC

ISM-8800

8-channel menu-driven infrared multiplexer for large multi-beam sensing systems. The ISM-8800 is an eight-channel multiplexer designed for harsh applications such as vehicle wash systems. It combines manual or automatic operation, selectable switching mode, analog output, alarm/error outputs, and primary/secondary capability in a higher-density DIN-rail package.

8 channelsUp to 60 m rangeRS232Analog outputPrimary/Secondary0 ... 60 s delay

Key Features

  • Eight independent channels with display-based status indication.
  • Manual or automatic transmit-power selection.
  • Selectable light / dark switching behavior.
  • Adjustable switching delay from 0 to 60 s.
  • Analog output plus alarm and error outputs.
  • Primary/Secondary support and PC configuration.

Best Fit Applications

  • Large multi-channel wash-system sensing arrays.
  • Multi-zone industrial opposed-mode monitoring.
  • Installations needing centralized diagnostics and software setup.

Technical Specifications

Operating voltage 24 V DC / ±20% / 8.5 W
Operating basis Modulated infrared light
Transmit frequency 4.0 kHz
Transmit power Manual / Automatic
Basic transmit level - manual Low / High
Basic transmit level - automatic Low1 / Low2 / High1 / High2
Switching delay 0 ... 60 s
Switching output 8x semiconductor relay, normally open
Output rating 100 mA / 60 V AC (DC)
Reaction time 36 ms
Alarm / Error output PNP / PNP, 100 mA / 24 V DC
Analog output 0 ... 10 V DC or 10 ... 0 V DC
COM interface RS232
Dimensions 158.5 x 90 x 58.5 mm

Compatible Sensor Pairs and Maximum Through-Beam Range

Transmitter family With receiver IRL-... With receiver IR-... Typical use note
IT-..., ITL-... 10 m 15 m Standard transmitter family
IT-...HP, ITH-... 12 m 25 m High-power range
ITA-... 25 m 60 m Longest stated range

Maximum range values shown are for through-beam installations using the listed Pantron transmitter and receiver families.

Ordering and Accessories

Connection / Variant Order code
Plug (screw terminals) ISM-8800/24VDC
Accessory Order code
Protective enclosure PanBox 1x8
Power supply PSU-1000S/95...265VAC
Communication cable CAB-COM-2
PC software WinISM

Device Notes

  • The front panel provides channel-status indication for all eight channels.
  • This model is especially suited for vehicle wash applications.

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