MTL HART® connection systems

Delivering valuable
process data from
HART® field devices
 Eaton, a leader in reliability,
efficiency and safety
MTL HART® connection systems

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Eaton’s MTL solutions for HART® connection systems

include a comprehensive range of reliable products,
software, services and training
Eaton’s MTL HART connection solutions This gives you access to the benefits
are designed to optimise productivity, offered by the latest powerful configuration
reduce plant costs, increase safety and and predictive maintenance software.
enable better management of plant assets.
The world’s leading companies rely
We provide the HART connection between on MTL products to protect their
your field devices, your control system business and their personnel because
and instrument management software our high quality, reliable, HART
packages. Our HART connections strip solutions integrate easily with existing
the HART digital signal from the analogue components and systems.
4-20mA signal (which passes to the control
system unscathed) and sends it directly to
your maintenance PC.

HART is a registered trademark of the FieldComm Group

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 What is HART?
Introduced in 1989 "HART" is an acronym for Highway
Addressable Remote Transducer. HART is an open protocol and
20mA
makes use of the Bell 202 Frequency Shift Keying (FSK) standard Digital signal
to superimpose digital communication signals at a low level on Analogue signal
top of the 4-20mA. This enables two-way field communication to
take place and makes it possible for additional information beyond
just the normal process variable to be communicated to/from a
smart field instrument.

The HART protocol communicates without interrupting the “1”

“1” “0”
“0”
4-20mA signal and allows a host application (master) to get two “1”
“1”
“0” “0”
or more digital updates per second from a smart field device. “1”

As the digital FSK signal is phase continuous, there is no

interference with the 4-20mA signal. 4mA

TIME

What does HART give you?

There are millions of HART devices installed in process plants
worldwide and each contains valuable data which can enable better
management of plant assets, helping to reduce commissioning,
maintenance and documentation costs.

To communicate with HART devices and extract this data a wide

range of powerful instrument management software has been
developed by a number of different manufacturers e.g. AMS,
FieldCare, PACTware, PDM, Fieldmate, etc. These software
packages offer online continuous communication with your HART
devices simplifying configuration, calibration, diagnostics, predictive
maintenance and automating documentation etc.

HART connections
Eaton provide the HART connection between your field devices,
your control system and instrument management software
packages. Our HART connections strip the HART digital signal from HART CONTROL
the 4-20mA signal (which passes to the control system unscathed) DEVICES SYSTEM
and sends it directly to your maintenance PC. Thus giving you
access to the benefits offered by the latest powerful configuration
and predictive maintenance software. MTL
CONNECTIONS

INSTRUMENT
MANAGEMENT
SOFTWARE

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Eaton provide the HART®
connection between
your field devices, your
control system and
instrument management
software packages

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 HART® connections
For traditional point to point installations
A typical MTL485x HART connection will consist of the following three components:

1. An MTL HART communication board to provide a physical connection - MTL HART

connection unit for safe area applications or intrinsically safe backplane for hazardous
area applications.

2. MTL HART multiplexer to route the communication between the maintenance PC and
the HART devices.
1. MTL HART connection unit
3. MTL HART Backplane to mount the MTL HART multiplexer modules.

The MTL HART communication board is the link between the HART field devices and the MTL
HART backplane. Normally a 16 channel board, it accepts either analogue input or output signals
maintaining channel to channel isolation between each.

The MTL HART multiplexer is the brains of the system. It provides the HART data interface between
smart devices in the field and HART instrument management software run on a PC. The modules
connect to the field devices via either MTL HART connection units or Intrinsic Safety (IS) backplanes
depending on the application.

The MTL HART backplane is the backbone of the system. This small but vitally important
board holds the MTL485x HART modules which handle the HART multiplexing. Each board can
communicate with a number of HART devices, typically from 16 to 64 per board.
2. MTL HART interface modules
The flexibility of the MTL485x and its ability to communicate with any of the instrument
management software packages on the market today allows Eaton the ability to offer the
optimum solution for any application. Whether for general purpose or IS applications, retrofit or
new installations, the versatile MTL485x system with its wide range of standard or customised
backplanes and MTL HART connection units offers the best connection solution.

A simple system layout for a 16 channel system is illustrated below

4-20mA
DCS
Marshalling panel

4-20mA 3. MTL HART backplane

16 devices

+HART

PC

HART RS485

Generic HART MTL HART

connection unit or backplane
IS backplane HMP-HM64

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For safe area applications
MTL multiplexers
For safe area applications HART field devices are connected to the MTL HART multiplexer
via a range of MTL HART connection units, the choice of HCU being dependent on the offer an extremely
type and number of the HART field devices. The generic HART communication boards are
generally mounted in series to the existing field termination panel, see diagram 1, but in certain
retrofit applications they can be mounted in parallel, see diagram 2 - discuss with your Eaton
flexible and reliable
representative which is the most appropriate installation for your application.
system which can
Alternatively customised HCUs can be utilised to replace the existing field termination panel
thereby reducing the number of connections and simplyfying the installation (see custom handle anything
from a handful
solutions - page 9)

to thousands of
Diagram 1. HCU installed in series
HART® devices on
one network
4-20mA 4-20mA
Existing
DCS
FTA
16 devices

4-20mA

PC

HART RS485
Generic HART
connection unit
MTL HART
backplane
HMP-HM64

Diagram 2. HCU installed in parallel

4-20mA 4-20mA 4-20mA

Terminals

Existing
DCS
FTA
16 devices

PC

HART RS485

Generic HART MTL HART

connection unit backplane
HMP-HM64

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 For intrinsically safe applications

When HART field devices are mounted in the hazardous area the HART signal will have to pass through the IS Interface
that is protecting the loop.

Eaton offer a range of HART compatible MTL zener barriers and galvanic isolators including:

• MTL4500 - galvanic isolators - backplane mounting

• MTL5500 - galvanic isolators - DIN rail mounting
• MTL7700 - zener barriers

The MTL4850/51/52 are easily integrated with the MTL4500 range of backplane mounted galvanic isolators; connections
and operation of this system is as simple as safe area applications.

Many general purpose and custom backplanes for analogue I/O signals are fitted with the MTL HART connector to give
simple connection to the MTL HART backplane.

CPH-SC16 and HART modules CPM16-SM331

The MTL4500 range of backplanes provide both mechanical and electrical connections through the backplane. The advantages
they offer include:

Integrated solutions incorporate Benefits seen

Saves on wiring and installation time, less chance of wiring

Power distribution / dual supply connection / power fail relay
error, higher reliability, peace of mind

Saves money, no marshalling panel needed

Optional system connector
Easy integration gives less chance of wiring errors

Removable connectors Easier maintenance

16mm module width to give high packing density Saves money and panel space (dual channel options)

Mechanical and electrical connection Saves installation time, less wiring, less chance of wiring errors

All of the analogue input and analogue output interface modules in the MTL4500 and MTL4600 backplane mounted range, and
the corresponding modules in the DIN rail mounted MTL5500 range, pass HART communications. For example, any modules
in the MTL454x range can be used to provide an intrinsic safety interface for signals to be connected to the MTL HART
multiplexers. Single and dual channel modules provide comprehensive options to match the particular application requirements.

Generic MTL HART connection boards:

I/O card type General purpose applications Intrinsic safety applications

16ch analogue inputs HCU16 CPH-SC16 - fitted with screw connectors

16ch analogue outputs HCU16AO CPH-SC16 - fitted with screw connectors

Mix of analogue inputs/outputs HCU16AO CPH-SC16 - fitted with screw connectors

16ch analogue inputs HTP-SC16 CPH-SC16 - fitted with screw connectors

32ch analogue inputs/outputs HTP-SC32 CPH-SC32

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Custom solutions

Some applications only require the use of a few HART field devices in a single location e.g. pipe line monitoring for RTU’s.
For these applications we can mount the MTL HART multiplexer directly onto the HCU or IS backplane.

Whatever the application, we have, or can design, an integrated solution to allow simple, flexible and space effective
connection to your control system. Installations worldwide show that users everywhere recognise the quality and reliability
of Eaton’s MTL integrated solutions.

HTP-SC32 and HTP-SC16 CPH-SC16/CPH-SC32

For general purpose applications of up to 32 analogue in or For IS applications, the interface modules can be mounted
analogue out loops. directly on the backplane alongside the IS isolators.

One of the simplest and most cost effective methods of integrating HART connections into a traditional point to point process
I/O solution is to install a customised MTL HART connection board in place of the normal DCS field termination panel. Eaton
manufacture a wide range of MTL customised backplanes and MTL HART connection units to replace the standard DCS
termination boards and provide direct pickup of the HART signal. The MTL HART connection units have all the features of
the standard DCS termination board with the addition of the HART multiway connector which links the board to the HART
backplane. Additional features can be added as required.

• Channel to channel isolation • HART filters for use in systems where the analogue
• Customised field and system connectors output signal either interferes with HART data or
may become unstable with the presence of the
• HART signal conditioning
HART signal
• Variable number of channels
• Variable number of channels
• Channel labelling

For functional safety applications

Approved for applications to IEC61508:2010 edition 2,
the MTL4850 HART multiplexers are ideal for use in
safety related sub systems connected to loops up
to SIL3.

Eaton is an accredited Functional Safety Management

company and the safety system designer is able to
apply the MTL HART multiplexer equipment without
concern as to suitability in safety systems.

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 HART® system overview
Integrating devices and systems
The MTL485x HART connection system provides the link between HART field instruments, the control system and the
instrument management software package.

Eaton’s MTL systems strip the HART digital signal from the 4-20mA signal (which passes to the control room unscathed)
and sends it directly to a maintenance PC, thus giving access to the benefits offered by the latest powerful configuration and
predictive maintenance software.

The illustration shows the architecture of the system and how it can be built to monitor either a few devices or many devices
on one network. The connection boards detailed are our generic solution, however we offer a wide variety of connection units
to allow full integration of the system whichever DCS, ESD or PLC is used on site.

RS485
converter

MTL HART multiplexer panel

}

Up to 63 MTL485x
modules can be
connected to one
HART RS485 network

MTL HART connection

unit 16ch AI or AO

16ch MTL backplane 4 - 20mA HART signal RS485 network

MTL HART multiplexer range

There are three types of MTL HART multiplexer to meet
different application requirements.

• MTL4850 - 32 channel module, ideally suited for

connection with safety shutdown signals.

• MTL4854 - 32 channel multi-modem module, optimised

for valve partial-stroke testing.

• MTL4851/52 - 16 channel, modular, master/secondary

format for larger control system use.

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MTL4850 HART multiplexer

Eaton’s MTL HART multiplexers enable a communication means that it can be connected to safety related
channel to be created between PC-based plant asset systems in various applications, without interfering with
monitoring or control systems and HART enabled field the analogue signals. MTL4850 is the preferred HART
equipment through a simple modular approach. The multiplexer to choose for functional safety applications and
certification for the SIL3 rated MTL4850 HART multiplexer approved to the latest standards of IEC61508.

RS485/USB Workstation PC
or Ethernet running instrument
converter management software
up to 2016*
HART® devices

RS485 up to 63 MTL4850/54 modules

1 2 63
MTL4850/54
modules

1 2 3 32 1 2 3 32

HMP-HM64 multiplexer panel and module

The module has a compact self-contained structure which enables optimised and repeatable performance due to fixed
capacity, 32 channels, per module. The unit is ideally suited to enhance existing and new installations.

Connection options
HMP-HM64 HTP-SC32
Designed to be connected to remote connection units via This self-contained item is a 32 channel connection unit with
ribbon cables the HMP-HM64 HART interface provides the screw terminals for the field devices and the instrument
user with a building block easily configurable and expandable system, and carries an MTL4850/54 multiplexer. Apart from
to meet the system requirements. Each HMP-HM64 an RS485 to USB or Ethernet protocol converter, no other
accommodates two MTL4850/54 HART multiplexers and any external hardware is required.
of the MTL connection modules can be linked to this board.

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 MTL4854 multi-modem HART multiplexer

The new MTL4854 HART multiplexer has the same 32 channel capacity as the MTL4850 module but includes four HART
modems rather than one. This enables simultaneous communication channels to be established, which permits continued
monitoring of other field signals even when one channel is being heavily utilised. Typically this would be the case when
partial-stroke testing is in progress for a valve positioner.

RS485/USB Workstation PC
or Ethernet running instrument

New converter management software

up to 2016*
HART® devices

RS485 up to 63 MTL4850/54 modules

1 2 63
MTL4850/54
modules

1 2 3 32 1 2 3 32

HTP-SC32

The module has the same compact structure as the MTL4850 with 32 channels per module. However now there is one HART
modem for each 8 channels and this increased throughout makes it ideal for high load applications such as valve testing.

Connection options
The MTL4850 and MTL4854 use the same backplane mounting. Thus the HMP-HM64 or HTP-SC32 can be used for this
module as previously described.

When you need

simultaneous access
to several field devices,
such as when testing
valve positioners, then
the new MTL4854 is the
multiplexer to use

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MTL4851/52 HART connection system

The new MTL4851 and MTL4852 modules provide an extensible modular architecture for various applications. The system
consists of a primary module MTL4851 which include 16 channels to which secondary modules, MTL4852, can be added
with additional 16 channels (256 channels maximum capacity). Up to 31 MTL4851 modules can be used on one RS485 bus.
The primary/secondary concept is ideally suited for larger applications with DCS systems due to its flexible and extensible
structure. The highest channel capacity provides a lowest cost per channel option with obvious benefits for bigger projects.

Ethernet/RS485 Workstation PC

New
or USB/RS485 running instrument
converter management software
up to 7936 HART ® devices

RS485 up to 31 MTL4851 communications modules

1 2 3 31
MTL4851
communications
modules

1 2 3 15 1 2 3 15 1 2 3 15

1 2 15
MTL4852
HART®

HART®

HART®

HART®
interface
modules
HMM64 and HTP-SC16M

1 2 3 16 1 2 3 16 1 2 3 16

The system is based on 16-channel modularity to provide a compact, easily configurable and expandable system.
Using a standard RS485 serial link up to 7936 HART devices can be connected on a single network.

Connection options For process control

HMM64
For medium to large scale
HTP-SC16M and HTP-SC16S
HTP-SC16M and the HTP-SC16S are
systems using traditional
installations, the HMM64 ‘master’
and HMS64 ‘secondary’ MTL HART
master and secondary backplanes
mounted on carriers. Each backplane I/O installations, the new
backplanes are the method of choice will provide for 16 field loops. These
to handle the HART maintenance are linked in chain beginning with the MTL4851 and MTL4852
signals passing to and from the HTP-SC16M followed by up to four
field devices. The HMM64 ‘master’ HTP-SC16S backplanes. HART® connection system
backplane accomodates 1 x MTL4851
‘master’ module (16 loops) and up to is the ideal solution
3 x MTL4852 ‘secondary’ modules
(an additional 3x16 loops) for a total
of 64 loops. One MTL4851 ‘master’
module can however support up
to 15 x MTL4852 modules, and so
the system has been designed to
expand easily through additional
HMS64 backplanes, each carrying 4 x
MTL4852 ‘secondary’ modules.

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 Instrument management software
Providing detailed process and maintenance information
Powerful instrument management software is being widely adopted by the process industry to
provide detailed process and maintenance information for a broad range of HART field devices.

The online access to the information contained within HART devices allows users to diagnose
field device troubles before they lead to costly problems. Software such as AMS and Fieldcare
can capture and use diagnostic data from HART field instruments via the MTL HART connection
hardware. This allows users to realise the full potential of their field devices to optimise plant assets,
which results in significant operations improvement and direct maintenance savings.

The benefits of utilising these powerful software packages online include:

Reduced commissioning time and costs

Reduced documentation
Reduced maintenance costs
Reduced process downtime
The MTL HART connection system offers connectivity to a comprehensive range of both

• general instrument management software packages and

• dedicated software packages for optimising valve positioner performance and
maintenance including:

AMS Device Manager Emerson Process Management

FDM Honeywell
FieldCare Endress & Hauser/Metso Automation
HART OPC Server HART Communication Foundation
PACTware PACTware Consortium
PDM Siemens
Fieldmate Yokogawa
SmartVision ABB
SoftTools Flowserve
ValveLink Emerson Process Management
Valvue Masoneilan

For software packages that are based on a FDT frame i.e FieldCare, PACTware etc
communication with the MTL HART multiplexer system requires the MTL generic
communications DTM. This can be downloaded from our website.

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A partner poised to meet your
HART® communication needs,
letting you take control

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