Product Details
The Honeywell 51304419-100, also cataloged as the 51304419-100 I/O Link Extender, operates as a dedicated hardware component for extending PM/APM/HPM I/O link interface signals across fiber optic links within Honeywell DCS networks.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 51304419-100 |
| Brand | Honeywell |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | Approx. 6.00 kg (shipping weight) |
| Dimensions | Standard Honeywell IPC chassis module dimensions |
| Operating Temp | 0 deg C to +60 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Max. 10 W at system backplane supply rails |
| Function | Optical extension of PM, APM, and HPM I/O link buses |
| Optical Transmission Distance | 1.3 km or 8 km (depending on transceiver module) |
| Channel Redundancy | Dual-channel support (Link A and Link B) |
| Onboard Termination Control | Jumper J2 (LINK TERMINATION: IN / OUT) |
| Remote Bus Termination | Integrated jumper-selectable internal terminators |
4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol and Channel-to-Channel Isolation
The module converts electrical I/O link bus signals into optical pulses to enable long-distance signal transmission while establishing total optical channel-to-channel isolation between remote enclosures. By converting metallic bus lines to noise-immune fiber optics, the unit eliminates ground potential loops and high-frequency noise pickup, preserving continuous digital telemetry integrity for remote I/O subsystems executing 4-20 mA HART loop protocol passes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How must the bus termination jumper J2 be configured on the 51304419-100 card?
A: Jumper J2 controls local link termination; both Link A and Link B must have termination enabled (IN) when positioned at physical cable segment endpoints, or disabled (OUT) when pass-through topology is required.
Q: What is the maximum fiber optic distance supported by the I/O Link Extender?
A: Transmission distance ranges up to 1.3 km or 8 km depending on the specific optical transceiver assembly and fiber optic cable specifications installed in the link.
Q: Are both Link A and Link B redundant channels supported on a single module?
A: Yes, the 51304419-100 processes both Link A and Link B channels simultaneously to maintain redundant controller-to-I/O link communication across separate enclosure cabinets.
Field Installation Guidelines
- De-energize system backplane power before seating or unseating the extender card within the chassis slot.
- Inspect and clean all fiber optic connector ferrule faces prior to insertion to prevent signal attenuation over long distance links.
- Set jumper J2 to IN on both physical ends of Link A and Link B to ensure proper electrical termination of the copper segments interfacing the optical transceiver.
- Ensure minimum fiber optic cable bend radius limits are observed during wire routing inside cabinet ducting to prevent signal degradation.
Additional Information
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