We get this enquiry from customers with a flow meter, tachometer, or similar sensor giving a pulse output, who need that one reading to feed two different systems — say a PLC for control and a separate totalizer or recorder for record-keeping. Wiring the pulse output to two devices at once often means one input loads down the other, and there’s no isolation between the two.
The MTT MS3108 handles this properly. It reads a pulse train — dry contact, open collector, AC or DC voltage pulse, or even a pulsed 4-20mA signal — and converts it into two independent, isolated DC outputs from a single unit. This looks simple, but in actual application, sensors and pulse types vary a lot from site to site, so the MS3108’s wide input range means it usually drops straight into an existing installation without changing the sensor wiring.
Full isolation between input, both outputs, and power keeps every connected device electrically separate and blocks noise picked up along a long pulse-cable run or from a switching sensor. A choice of AC or DC power supply lets it fit panels without a dedicated low-voltage bus, and it mounts on standard DIN rail right where the pulse wiring lands.
Before we quote, we would normally check: the sensor’s pulse type and frequency range, the output ranges needed on Output 1 and Output 2, the panel’s available power supply (AC or DC, and voltage), and DIN-rail space (it’s a compact 49.8mm wide unit). Send us these details and we can confirm the right variant before you order. Hope this helps.
| Frequency Range | Within 0-20Hz to 0-20kHz |
| Input Types | Dry contact, open collector, AC voltage pulse, DC voltage pulse, 4-20mA DC pulse |
| Pulse Width / Duty Ratio | 20µs min.; 40-60% |
| Max Continuous Input | 30V DC max. / 40mA DC max. |
| Output 1 & 2 | Current (0-20mA, 4-20mA) or voltage (10mV-20V range), independently configurable |
| Zero / Span Adjustment | Approx. ±5% of span each |
| Accuracy | Better than ±0.3% of span |
| Response Time | 8s at 20Hz; 1s at 200Hz; 500ms at 2kHz and above |
| Temperature Stability | Better than ±0.2% of span per 10°C change |
| Power Supply | 100-240V AC, 24V DC, or 110V DC |
| Power Consumption | 7.0VA (AC), 1.7W (24V DC), 2.5W (110V DC) |
| Isolation | 4-way isolation between input, output 1, output 2, and power |
| Dielectric Strength | 2000V AC for 1 minute |
| Enclosure / Mounting | DIN rail mounting |
| Dimensions | W49.8 × H102.0 × D40.0 mm |
| Weight | 140g max. |
| Operating Temperature | -5 to 55°C |
| Storage Temperature | -10 to 60°C |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MS3108 used for?
It converts a pulse train from a flow meter, tachometer, or similar sensor into two independent, isolated DC outputs, so one sensor reading can feed two separate systems — for example a control loop and a totalizer or recorder.
Can the MS3108 be used with AC power instead of 24V DC?
Yes. The MS3108 accepts 100-240V AC, 24V DC, or 110V DC, so it can be powered directly from panels that don’t have a dedicated 24V DC supply.
What’s the difference between the MS3108 and the MS3008?
The MS3108 gives two independent isolated outputs from one pulse input and can run on AC or DC power. The MS3008 is a single-output converter powered only by 24V or 12V DC. Choose the MS3108 when the same pulse signal needs to feed two separate devices, or when only AC mains power is available at the panel.
How do I know which MS3108 configuration I need?
It depends on your sensor’s pulse type and frequency range, the output ranges needed on Output 1 and Output 2, and your available power supply. We’re happy to confirm the right configuration before you order.
Download MTT MS3108 Terminal Block Type Frequency/Analog Converter information here
Datasheet: MTT_SpecSheet_MS3108_Rev200_E
Manual: MTT_Manual_MS3108_Rev150_E