The TC-FXX102 is a Honeywell Experion LS Series-A hardware chassis assembly featuring an uncoated ten-slot module backplane platform. Fully compatible with standard or redundant Series-A power systems, this unit works seamlessly with C200E control processors to deliver highly flexible distributed control architecture and stable industrial network communication.
Specifications
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Parameter |
Configuration Value & Technical Designation |
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Model Number |
TC-FXX102 |
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Core Platform Family |
Chassis Input/Output Modules - Series A (CIOM-A) |
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Conformal Coating |
No (Uncoated variant designated by TC- prefix) |
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Available Module Slots |
10 physical slots (supports single and double-wide modules) |
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Dimensions (W x H x D) |
48.3 × 16.9 × 14.5 cm (19.0 × 6.7 × 5.8 in) with mounting tabs |
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Approximate Weight |
1.45 kg (3.2 lbs) without populated modules |
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Mounting Configuration |
Vertical surface panel mount |
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Operating Temperature |
0 to 60 °C (32 to 140 °F) ambient cabinet air |
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Relative Humidity Limits |
5% to 95% non-condensing (de-rated to 55% above 40°C) |
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Minimum Enclosure Depth |
20.3 cm (8.0 in) total interior path spacing |
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Backplane Power Acceptance |
Rated to manage up to 13 A backplane output from system adapters |
Specific Application
- Centralized Experion LS I/O Nesting: Acts as the primary physical backplane to house, power, and bus various single-wide and double-wide CIOM-A input/output modules.
- C200E Control Processor Hosting: Serves as a standard Non-Redundant Downlink chassis hosting the main C200E processor alongside four ControlNet Interface (CNI) downlink bridges.
- Remote I/O Node Expansion: Deployed in control clusters as a dedicated "Remote I/O" chassis connected over a coaxial ControlNet branch via an uplink CNI module.
Installation & Troubleshooting FAQ
Q1: Does this chassis accept direct clip-on installation of a redundant power supply adaptor module?
A: Yes. The TC-FXX102 physical profile includes a specific hardware structural interlock on the left wall designed to carry the TC-RPSCA2 redundant power chassis adaptor. This chassis is fully rated for the higher 13 A backplane current supplied by redundant systems, whereas older legacy chassis revisions were restricted to 10 A paths.
Q2: Can I remove or insert modules into this backplane structure under power while working in classified chemical zones?
A: No. While standard non-hazardous locations fully support Removal and Insertion Under Power (RIUP) actions with automatic module reloading, doing so in a Class I, Division 2 hazardous location is strictly prohibited due to dangerous arcing or explosion hazards.
Q3: What mounting spacing rules must be kept when anchoring multiple racks inside a closed panel assembly?
A: To keep optimal air circulation paths and satisfy full CE-Mark thermal requirements, you must maintain a minimum chassis-to-chassis vertical clearance distance of 20.3 cm (8.0 in) and a minimum horizontal separation barrier of 10.2 cm (4.0 in).
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