Emerson

8-Slot I/O Carrier 8709-CA-08 PAC8000 with Earth Bar

  • Manufacturer: Emerson

  • Product No.: 8709-CA-08

  • Product Type: I/O Carrier

  • Product Origin: USA

  • Payment: T/T

  • Weight: 1300g

  • Shipping port: Xiamen

  • Warranty: 12 months

Product Overview

Emerson / MTL 8709-CA-08 is an 8-module I/O carrier for the PAC8000 system. It forms the physical and electrical backbone, supporting Bus Interface Modules, power supplies, I/O modules and field terminals, and includes an isolated earth bar for cable screens.

Key Specs

  • Module capacity: 8 I/O modules
  • Address bus: 1–64 range class
  • Railbus: Female input / male output connectors
  • Field power: Bussed via dual connectors
  • Earth bar: Isolated for screens/shields
  • Mounting: DIN rail or flat panel
  • Dimensions: Approx. 342 × 170 × 22 mm
  • System: PAC8000

Why Choose This

  • Standard 8-slot backbone for PAC8000
  • Integrated earth bar for shield termination
  • Supports modular expansion via Railbus
  • Compatible with full range of PAC8000 modules

Common Questions

  • Slots? 8.
  • Earth bar? Yes, isolated.
  • System? PAC8000.

Mounting Steps

  1. Mount the carrier on DIN rail or panel.
  2. Install power supply and Bus Interface Module.
  3. Snap I/O modules and field terminals into position.
  4. Connect Railbus and field power as required.
  5. Terminate cable screens on the earth bar.

Buying Advice

  • Core component for any PAC8000 I/O node.
  • Confirm addressing and power distribution needs.
  • Useful spare for expanding or replacing PAC8000 carriers.
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