CTI Multi-Channel AC Current Monitoring Modules

Series Part Number

Part Number: CTI - 8RS - 100A
Explanation:

Product Series

CTI - Multi-channel AC current monitoring module

Channel Configuration

4RS - Four channels with the fixed RS suffix
6RS - Six channels with the fixed RS suffix
8RS - Eight channels with the fixed RS suffix

Measuring Range

100A - 100A measuring-range upper limit; used by the three listed complete models

Description

CTI measures AC current independently on four, six or eight channels and sends the results over RS-485 using Modbus RTU. A 32-bit controller calculates effective current from each current transformer's signal waveform. Configurable alarm logic can associate one or more channels with a shared relay output, while the relay can also serve as an output controlled through communication.

The module accepts a 12–28VDC supply, consumes ≤1.5W and samples at 100ms intervals. Its separate current-transformer openings leave space for threading conductors and wiring maintenance. The three complete models listed below all carry the 100A upper-range code.

Channel Models and Ordering Code

Complete modelIndependent current channelsUpper-range codeCommunication
CTI-4RS-100A4100ARS-485; Modbus RTU
CTI-6RS-100A6
CTI-8RS-100A8

In CTI-8RS-100A, CTI identifies the current-monitoring family, 8 specifies eight channels with the fixed RS suffix, and 100A identifies the measuring-range upper limit. Preserve the two hyphens in the complete code. The general specification lists 50A and 100A measurement ranges; complete 50A model codes are not separately listed.

CTI ordering diagram with four six eight channels and 100A measuring-range upper limit
Ordering diagram and channel/range field meanings.

Measurement, Supply and Relay Ratings

ParameterValue
Measured quantityMulti-channel AC effective current
Supply voltage12–28VDC
Power consumption≤1.5W
General measurement ranges50A and 100A; listed complete models use 100A
Detection resolution0.1A
Sampling period100ms
Basic error±1%FS
Overcurrent capacity150% of measuring range
Input signal9–30V
Relay contact rating3A at 220VAC or 30VDC
Ambient temperature−20°C to +50°C
Ambient humidity15–90%RH, non-condensing

The 100A measuring range and the 3A relay-contact rating describe different circuits. The module measures current through its transformers; the relay provides the shared alarm or communication-controlled output. The 150% overcurrent-capacity entry has no stated duration in the selection document.

Nine-Terminal Assignment

TerminalConnectionPurpose
1Supply +Positive module power supply
2Supply −Negative module power supply
3RS485+Positive communication line
4RS485−Negative communication line
5INAInput signal A
6INBInput signal B
7Relay NCNormally closed contact
8Relay COMCommon contact
9Relay NONormally open contact
CTI terminal layout with supply communication inputs 1 to 6 and relay contacts 7 to 9
Terminal layout on the illustrated eight-channel module.

RS-485 Communication and DIP Switches

DIP switch 8Communication configuration
ON9600baud, 8N1 with no parity; address set by DIP switches 1–7
OFFAddress, baud rate and parity parameters are determined by registers 202, 203 and 204

For address selection with switch 8 ON, treat each switch ON as 1 and OFF as 0. The address calculation is DIP1 + 2×DIP2 + 4×DIP3 + 8×DIP4 + 16×DIP5 + 32×DIP6 + 64×DIP7. Restart the module after changing communication parameters for the changes to take effect.

CTI eight-position DIP switch bank with ON direction
Switches 1–7 set the address when switch 8 selects fixed 9600baud/8N1 operation.

Integration requires the matching Modbus register definitions for data access and configuration beyond the DIP-switch settings.

Indicators and Alarm Output

IndicatorStateMeaning
RUNSteady onAlarm evaluation is enabled
Short flashingAlarm evaluation is inhibited
COMFlashingCommunication is in progress
ALARMSteady onAn alarm is present

The single independent relay can be associated with one or more channel alarm signals, or used as a communication-controlled output point. Multiple alarm-logic modes support different channel-alarm arrangements.

Illustrated Dimensions

The illustrated eight-channel layout has a 225×85mm footprint and 9.5mm internal current-transformer openings. These dimensions apply to the illustrated eight-channel configuration.

CTI eight-channel module footprint 225 by 85mm and current-transformer aperture diameter 9.5mm
Dimensions of the illustrated eight-channel layout and transformer opening.

The three-page attachment preserves model selection, specifications, terminal definitions, communication-switch instructions, indicators, relay modes and industrial-use precautions. Regional specifications may differ.