Product Name: F-CPU01
Manufacturer: HIMA Paul Hildebrandt GmbH
Product Series: F-CPU Safety Controllers
Certification: IEC 61508 SIL 3, TÜV Rheinland Certified
Product Overview
The HIMA F-CPU01 is a high-integrity safety controller designed for critical safety applications in process industries such as oil and gas, chemical, and power generation. As part of HIMA’s renowned safety system portfolio, it delivers ultra-reliable performance for Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), ensuring operational safety and compliance with international functional safety standards.
Key Features
Ultra-High Safety Integrity
SIL 3 Certified per IEC 61508/IEC 61511.
Hardware Fault Tolerance: 1 (HFT=1).
PFDavg: < 10⁻⁵ (low demand mode).
Robust Hardware Design
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C.
MTBF: > 100 years (calculated per IEC 61709).
Redundancy: Supports hot standby and TMR configurations.
Advanced Diagnostics
Self-Testing: Continuous hardware diagnostics (CPU, memory, I/O).
Fault Detection: >99% coverage for critical components.
Event Logging: Non-volatile storage for 10,000+ events.
Seamless Integration
Protocols: Supports HART®, Modbus, and OPC UA.
I/O Compatibility: Works with HIMA F-I/O modules.
Engineering Tool: Configured via HIMatrix software.
Cybersecurity
Secure Boot: Prevents unauthorized firmware changes.
Role-Based Access Control: Limits configuration changes.
TÜV-Certified: Complies with IEC 62443.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Processor | Dual-core, lockstep architecture |
| Memory | 256 MB RAM, 512 MB Flash |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC (18–32 VDC range) |
| Communication Ports | 2x Ethernet, 1x RS485 |
| Certifications | SIL 3, TÜV, CE, ATEX, IECEx |
| Weight | 1.5 kg |
Applications
Emergency Shutdown (ESD) systems in oil refineries.
Fire & Gas (F&G) detection and mitigation.
Burner Management Systems (BMS) for boilers.
High-Integrity Pressure Protection (HIPPS).
Engineering & Configuration
Software: HIMatrix IDE with drag-and-ｄｒｏｐ function blocks.
Programming Languages: FBD, LD, SFC per IEC 61131-3.
Simulation: Built-in testing and validation tools.
Benefits
Maximum Safety: SIL 3 certification ensures life-critical protection.
High Availability: Redundancy options minimize downtime.
Future-Proof: Modular design supports system expansion.
Global Compliance: Meets ATEX, IECEx, and other regional standards.
