Discrete Automation Module Type 3 (DAM-3)
With the introduction of our new product line (Chameleon+), 2023 (or while supplies last) marks the end of production for legacy Chameleon (EOL Announcement). We will continue to provide technical support on all EOL products. In addition, we will continue to repair the EOL products for as long as replacement parts can be acquired.
Features and Benefits
- Ideal for Low Leakage and Shock Sensitive Applications
- 8 Solid-State Form A Relays
- 2 Solid-State Form B Relays
- 10 Digital Inputs
- Integrated User Interface (Push Buttons and Displays)
- Fully Sealed Enclosure (NEMA 4X, 6, 13 Protection)
- -40°C to +65°C (-40°F to +149°F) Operating Range
- MIL-STD-901D for High Impact Shock
- MIL-STD-167B for Vibration
- MIL-STD-461E for Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI)
- Powerful and easy-to-use graphical programming
- Logic and Batch Control
- Supports Hot Swapping
The Chameleon Discrete Automation Module (DAM-3) offers high-performance logic and batch control. The DAM-3 module contains ten digital inputs, ten solid-state relay outputs, four user-programmable push-buttons, and eight useraddressable tri-color LEDs that are software configurable. It is powered by an ARM processor with onboard RAM and flash memory providing sufficient computational power to handle the most demanding applications. As with all Chameleon modules, DAM-3 modules are hot-swappable and field upgradeable.
The DAM-3 module offers unique features generally not available in competing controller designs. Both its ten universal digital inputs and ten solid-state outputs are capable of accepting a broad range of AC and DC signals with no reconfiguration or rewiring required. The digital outputs consist of eight Form A normally open (NO) relays and two Form B normally closed (NC) relays.
The DAM-3 module uses an isolated wiring configuration for the solid state relays. Each relay has dedicated terminals with 1240V isolation that allow the user to mix AC and DC power connections on an individual basis. Digital inputs are grouped into two banks that provide the ability to mix high voltage and low voltage input signals.
DAM-3 modules have convenient label holders that can be associated with the programmable LEDs and push buttons. Multiple DAM3 modules can be combined to expand I/O capacity and to provide redundant I/O connections. They can also be combined with other Chameleon modules to form a full-featured programmable automation controller.
| ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS | |||
| Operating Ambient Temperature Range | -40°C to 65°C | ||
| Storage/Transport Ambient Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C | ||
| High Impact Shock | MIL-STD-901D, Grade A | ||
| Mechanical Vibration | MIL-STD-167B | ||
| Electro-Magnetic Interference | MIL-STD-461E | ||
| Facial/Housing Protection | NEMA 1,2,4,4X,5,6,6P (Pending),12,12K,13 | ||
| AC Power Compatibility (I/O) | MIL-STD-1399 300 | ||
| DIGITAL INPUTS | |||
| Quantity | 10 | ||
| Maximum Allowable Continuous Input Voltage | 80 VDC or 155 VAC RMS | ||
| Logic High Voltage Range | 5-80 VDC or 24-155 VAC RMS 55-500 Hz | ||
| Logic Low Voltage Range | 0-1 VDC or 0-0.5 VAC RMS 55-500 Hz | ||
| Minimum Input Duration For Logic Low Detection | 56 ms | ||
| Minimum Input Current Required (AC and DC inputs) | 5mA RMS | ||
| Electrical Isolation: 2 banks of 5 inputs | |||
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1240 VRMS for 1 minute | ||
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1240 VRMS for 1 minute | ||
| DIGITAL OUTPUTS | |||
| Quantity / Type | 8 Form “A” Solid-State Relays 2 Form “B” Solid-State Relays |
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| Mode Close Time / Open Time | 3 ms typical / 3 ms typical | ||
| Voltage Rating | 155 VAC Inductive or Resistive, 28VDC Resistive (DC Inductive Loads Require External Clamp) | ||
| Form “A” Closed Resistance | 0.7 Ω max at 25°C, 1 Ω max at 65°C | ||
| Form “B” Closed Resistance | 1.2 Ω max at 25°C, 1.9 Ω max at 65°C | ||
| Form “A” Open Max Leakage Current | 200 μA max at 65°C | ||
| Form “B” Open Max Leakage Current | 100 μA max at 65°C | ||
| Form “A” Maximum Allowed Continuous Current (Any Single Relay) | 155VAC, 90VDC, 0.5 Amp SSRs | ||
| Form “B” Maximum Allowed Continuous Current (Any Single Relay) | 155VAC/200VDC, 0.5 Amp SSRs | ||
| Electrical Isolation | |||
|
1240 VRMS for 1 minute | ||
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1240 VRMS for 1 minute | ||
| ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS | |||
| Maximum Module Power Consumption | 1.3W + 0.03 W/mA x (current draw from aux. power source) + 0.05 W / relay x (number of relays in use) | ||
| Maximum Allowable Auxiliary Output Current | 250mA | ||
| Real-Time Clock Battery Life(Minimum; No power applied, 25°C) |
10 Years |
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| Supported Cable Diameters | Two glands 0.24”-0.47” and six glands 0.16”-0.31” | ||
| Supported Wire Gauges |
16-28 AWG |
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| OPERATOR INTERFACE | |||
| Digital Readouts | Eight user programmable three-color (red/yellow/green) LEDs with label holders | ||
| Push-Buttons | Four user-programmable on/off buttons with label holders | ||
| Status Readout | One three-color (red/yellow/green) LED Indicator | ||
| IR Wireless Interface | 115kbps SIR | ||
| PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS | |||
| Weight | 2.3 lbs | ||
| Front Panel Dimensions | 4” W x 6” L | ||
| Enclosure Height | 3″ H | ||
The following part numbers can be used when ordering the Chameleon Discrete Automation Module (DAM-3).
| Fairmount Part Number |
Description |
| 01012-072 | DAM-3ISO with Gray Enclosure |
| 01012-373 | DAM-3ISO with Black Enclosure (without Stuffing Tubes) |
| 11093-200 | DAM-3 Active Board and Gray Cover |
| 11093-250 | DAM-3 Active Board and Black Cover |
| 11093-260 | DAM-3 Active Board and Metal Cover |
| 01014-073 | DAM-3ISO Full-Size Gray Enclosure with Wiring Hub Assembly |
| 01014-373 | DAM-3ISO Full-Size Black Enclosure and Wiring Hub Assembly (without Stuffing Tubes) |
| 11095-100 | DAM-3ISO Wiring Hub Assembly |