Product Details
Configured for high-speed signal routing between Input/Output Processors (IOPs) and Field Terminal Assemblies (FTAs) in Honeywell TDC 3000 and Experion PKS architectures, the Honeywell 51198873-100 (51198873-100 Shielded I/O Link Cable Assembly) provides direct physical/electrical execution.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 51198873-100 |
| Brand | Honeywell |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 1.8 kg |
| Dimensions | Cable Length: 30.48 m (100 ft) |
| Operating Temp | -40 deg C to 70 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive Component (300 V, 5 A rated) |
| Cable Type | Shielded multi-core I/O link cable |
| Connector Type | Honeywell proprietary connectors for FTAs and IOPs |
| Voltage Rating | 300 V |
| Current Rating | Up to 5 A |
| Shielding | Full EMI protection with high-durability insulation |
| Storage Temp | -40 deg C to 85 deg C |
Channel Isolation and HART Loop Protocol Interoperability
The Honeywell 51198873-100 cable assembly incorporates full electromagnetic interference shielding over a 30.48 m length to preserve channel isolation across remote field termination buses. When connecting field termination units that pass 4-20 mA HART loop protocol signaling to system I/O processors, the multi-core shielding structure minimizes capacitive coupling and common-mode noise propagation, preventing loop signal attenuation and communication retries across cabinet runs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the proprietary connectors on the 51198873-100 cable be modified in the field?
A: No, the proprietary connectors are factory-molded and pin-terminated to maintain specified voltage isolation ratings and shielding continuity.
Q: What precautions should be taken when routing this cable through vertical cabinet ducts?
A: Vertical cable drops require strain relief clamping at designated intervals to prevent mechanical tension on the end connectors and maintain a minimum bend radius of 10 times the outer cable diameter.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Inspect the cable sheath and end connectors for physical pin distortion or cracking prior to installation.
- Unroll the 30.48 m cable without twisting to prevent internal core strain during routing through wire ducts.
- Fully insert the proprietary connectors into the mating IOP and FTA headers, engaging retention latches to secure electrical contact.
- Verify that the cable drain shield terminates to the system protective earth bus bar at the cabinet entry point.
- Maintain physical separation between the I/O link cable run and high-voltage AC power wiring inside control enclosures.
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