Description

Product Description: HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2

Product Description

Technical Parameters

1. Brand: HONEYWELL
2. Model: TC-FPCXX2
3. Device Type: Field Power & Communication Interface Module for PLC
4. Operating Voltage: 24V DC (stable regulated power supply)
5. Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +75°C
6. Maximum Current Consumption: 6A
7. Field Power Output: 24V DC, maximum output current 10A (for powering field sensors/actuators)
8. Supported Communication Protocols: HART, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, Profinet
9. Protection Class (IP Rating): IP24
10. Housing Material: High-strength aluminum alloy (enhanced heat dissipation and corrosion resistance)
11. Dimensions (L×W×H): 125mm × 80mm × 52mm
12. Warranty Period: 3 years
13. Power Consumption: ≤3.8W
14. Data Transmission Rate: Up to 100Mbps
15. Connection Interface: RJ45 (Ethernet), terminal block (power and signal lines)
16. Protective Functions: Overcurrent, overvoltage, short-circuit, reverse polarity protection

Advantages and Features

1. Dual-Function Integration of Power & Communication: HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 integrates field device power supply and communication interface into one module, eliminating the need for separate power supplies and communication adapters. This optimizes control cabinet space, reduces equipment procurement costs, and simplifies field wiring.
2. Stable Field Power Supply: With a 24V DC field power output and maximum 10A current, HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 can power multiple field sensors, transmitters, and small actuators simultaneously. The stable voltage output design minimizes power fluctuation impacts on sensitive field devices.
3. Strong Environmental Adaptability: The ruggedized structural design allows HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 to operate stably in a wide temperature range of -40°C to +75°C. It also features enhanced electromagnetic interference resistance and humidity tolerance, making it suitable for harsh industrial scenarios such as oil refineries, chemical plants, and offshore platforms.
4. Efficient Field Networking: Supporting four mainstream industrial communication protocols, HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 enables seamless data transmission between diverse field devices and the central PLC. The 100Mbps data transmission rate ensures real-time synchronization of field data, critical for time-sensitive industrial processes.
5. Comprehensive Safety Protection: The module integrates multi-layer protective functions, including overcurrent, overvoltage, short-circuit, and reverse polarity protection. These features effectively prevent damage to the module and connected field devices caused by abnormal circuit conditions, extending the service life of the entire field system.

Application Cases in Various Industries

1. Oil and Gas Industry: In onshore oil refineries and offshore drilling platforms, HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 provides stable power for pipeline pressure sensors, flow meters, and valve actuators while enabling real-time data transmission via HART and Ethernet/IP protocols. It ensures the safety and continuity of oil and gas extraction and transportation processes.
2. Chemical Industry: In chemical production lines, the module powers reactor temperature sensors, gas detection devices, and dosing pump actuators. HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 realizes seamless communication between field equipment and the central control system, ensuring precise control of chemical reactions and compliance with safety regulations.
3. Power Generation: In thermal and hydroelectric power plants, HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 connects and powers turbine vibration sensors, transformer temperature transmitters, and switchgear status detectors. It supports stable data sharing between field equipment and the central control room, optimizing power generation efficiency.
4. Automotive Manufacturing: On automated automotive assembly lines, the module powers robotic arm position sensors, conveyor belt speed detectors, and quality inspection cameras. HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 ensures synchronized operation of field equipment and improves the precision of vehicle assembly processes.
5. Municipal Water Treatment: In municipal water treatment plants, the module provides power for water level sensors, flow meters, and pump actuators while transmitting operational data via Modbus TCP. HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 maintains stable operation of water treatment processes and ensures compliance with environmental discharge standards.

Comparison with Competitors

Selection Suggestions and Precautions

Selection Suggestions

1. Assess field power needs: With a 10A maximum field power output, HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 is ideal for medium-to-large industrial sites that need to power multiple field sensors and actuators simultaneously, such as integrated chemical plants and large-scale manufacturing workshops.
2. Confirm protocol compatibility: If your field devices use a mix of protocols like HART and Modbus TCP, HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2’s comprehensive protocol support will eliminate the need for additional adapter modules.
3. Evaluate environmental conditions: For equipment installed in extreme temperature environments (below -30°C or above +60°C) or high-humidity industrial sites, the module’s wide temperature range and IP24 protection class make it the preferred selection.
4. Consider wiring efficiency: If simplifying field wiring and reducing control cabinet space are priorities, the dual-function integration of HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 will significantly improve on-site installation and maintenance efficiency.

Precautions

1. Installation, wiring, and configuration of HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 must be performed by qualified technicians with experience in HONEYWELL automation equipment to avoid power mismatches or protocol conflicts that may cause field device failures.
2. Before powering on the module, confirm that the input voltage strictly complies with the 24V DC specification and ensure correct wiring of power and signal lines to prevent short circuits and warranty invalidation.
3. Do not expose HONEYWELL TC-FPCXX2 to direct water jets, corrosive gases, or strong mechanical impacts, even though it has an IP24 protection rating. Ensure proper ventilation around the module to maintain optimal heat dissipation for the power supply unit.
4. Conduct regular maintenance (at least once every six months) in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines. Check power output stability and communication status, and clean dust from the housing to prevent overheating.
5. Use only genuine HONEYWELL spare parts for repairs or replacements to maintain the module’s original power supply performance and communication stability, ensuring the validity of the warranty.

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