White Paper: Choosing the Right Logic Solver for Safety Instrumented Systems

This extensive whitepaper takes a deep dive into all the critical aspects of selecting the most suitable logic solver for your safety instrumented systems (SIS) and provides valuable insights into the decision-making process.

Key sections covered in the white paper:

• The Logic Solver Gap: Exploring the differences between safety PLCs and single-loop logic solvers.
• SIF Logic Solver Selection: Factors influencing the choice of a logic solver for safety instrumented functions.
• The Price vs. Capability Matrix: Evaluating cost and capabilities based on loop and point counts.
• Programming Cost and Ease-of-Use: Comparing programming complexity.
• Open Communication and Protocol Support: The importance of communication protocols.
• Cybersecurity Considerations: Ensuring security in the era of remote access.
• Utilize HART Diagnostic Data: Leveraging HART protocol for enhanced monitoring.
• Operational Characteristics: Factors like temperature range, isolation protection, and power requirements.