Overview

The MTL CPM16-AI3700-L Safety Barrier Baseplate is part of Eaton’s MTL intrinsic safety product line, providing secure mounting and wiring for MTL safety barriers in hazardous area applications.

It offers a 16-channel capacity, enabling efficient integration of multiple barriers into distributed control systems. The CPM16-AI3700-L ensures safe signal transmission between field devices in hazardous zones and control equipment in safe areas. Its rugged construction and integrated earth bar provide reliable grounding and long-term durability.

This baseplate reflects MTL’s expertise in intrinsic safety and hazardous area instrumentation, offering trusted performance and lifecycle support. Therefore, it is widely adopted in oil & gas, chemical, power generation, and energy industries where safety and compliance are critical.

Technical Data

Typical Applications

• Oil & Gas facilities: Provides safe mounting and grounding for intrinsic safety barriers in hazardous zones.

• Chemical plants: Organizes multiple barriers for process automation systems.

• Power generation: Supports turbine and boiler monitoring systems with reliable barrier integration.

• Factory automation: Ensures neat installation of barriers for PLC and SCADA systems.

• SCADA networks: Facilitates modular expansion in remote monitoring stations.

Its integrated earth bar improves safety and reduces wiring complexity, making it ideal for large-scale automation projects requiring multiple safety barriers.

FAQ

Q1: What is the main function of the CPM16-AI3700-L?
A1: It provides mechanical support, wiring, and grounding for up to 16 MTL safety barriers.

Q2: How many barriers can it support?
A2: Up to 16 channels/barriers.

Q3: Does it include grounding capability?
A3: Yes, it includes an integrated earth bar for safe wiring.

Q4: Is it suitable for hazardous environments?
A4: Absolutely, it complies with ATEX and UL standards for hazardous area applications.

Q5: What industries commonly use this baseplate?
A5: Oil & gas, chemical, power generation, and automation sectors.