{"product_id":"5462-948-t-c-card-8-channel-woodward","title":"5462-948 T\/C Card 8 Channel Woodward","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWoodward 5462-948\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e5462-948\u003c\/strong\u003e T\/C Card 8 Channel, operates as a dedicated hardware component for multi-channel thermocouple temperature data acquisition and cold junction compensation within industrial turbine monitoring networks. It converts millivolt signals from thermal sensors into stable digital values for real-time thermal management and safety interlock loops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuffix Breakdown \u0026amp; Model Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5462-948: Standard 8-channel thermocouple input card configuration featuring isolated measuring channels and integrated cold junction compensation for industrial control systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5462-948\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWoodward\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19.1 cm x 2.5 cm x 23.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 deg C to +70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 W max at 24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 thermocouple input channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Thermocouple Types\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard industrial types (e.g., J, K, T)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eActuator Loop Feedback Response and Thermal Profiles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hardware incorporates high-precision analog-to-digital conversion stages designed to stabilize thermocouple readings, supporting rapid actuator loop feedback response tracking during thermal transient conditions. Internal thermal heat sink dissipation profiles are structured to maintain uniform reference junction temperatures across all eight channels within enclosed control racks. Advanced harmonic distortion suppression circuitry filters out electromagnetic interference from nearby power distribution cabling, ensuring measurement integrity across long signal runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is cold junction compensation handled across the eight thermocouple channels?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Integrated reference sensors on the terminal block measure ambient terminal temperatures, allowing the onboard processor to apply automated cold junction compensation calculations directly to each raw millivolt input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can unshielded extension wire be utilized for connecting thermocouples to this card?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No, thermocouple extension wire matching the specific sensor calibration type must be used, and shields must be properly grounded at one end to prevent induced electrical noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the card carefully into the designated slot of the Woodward rack backplane, ensuring proper alignment before engaging the multi-pin connector.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTerminate thermocouple extension wires directly to the designated cold-junction terminal blocks, maintaining strict polarity matching for all eight channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround the outer cable shields securely to the cabinet grounding bar to eliminate common-mode voltage interference and ensure accurate temperature readings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Woodward","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50608762028284,"sku":"5462-948","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/5462-9482.jpg?v=1784861229","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/es\/products\/5462-948-t-c-card-8-channel-woodward","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}