Product Details
The Honeywell 51305431-100, also cataloged as the 51305431-100 Communication Cables, operates as a dedicated hardware component for field device serial data exchange and signal routing within Honeywell Experion PKS DCS platforms.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | 51305431-100 |
| Brand | Honeywell |
| Origin | USA / Global Manufacturing |
| Dimensions | 100 meters (328 feet) Length |
| Operating Temp | -20 to +75 deg C |
| Power Consumption | Passive wiring component |
| Cable Type | Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) |
| Number of Conductors | 3 (including ground) |
| Jacket Material | Polyurethane |
| Flame Retardant | Yes |
| Plenum Rating | Plenum-Rated |
FOUNDATION Fieldbus / Profibus PA Connectivity
The 51305431-100 cable assembly establishes physical layer connections for field device communication across Honeywell Experion PKS platforms. When integrated alongside digital instrument networks utilizing FOUNDATION Fieldbus or Profibus PA protocol architectures, the 3-conductor shielded twisted pair (STP) construction limits ambient electromagnetic noise interference.
Maintaining high shield coverage across the 100-meter run preserves signal fidelity, preventing bit errors during high-frequency digital telemetry exchanges between field transmitters and DCS I/O interfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What physical cable construction is used in the 51305431-100 assembly?
A: The cable is constructed using a 3-conductor (including ground wire) shielded twisted pair configuration encased in a flame-retardant polyurethane jacket.
Q: Is the 51305431-100 cable suitable for installation in plenum air spaces?
A: Yes, the cable features a plenum-rated, flame-retardant jacket engineered for deployment within environmental air spaces.
Q: How does the cable shield shield against industrial noise?
A: The overall shielded twisted pair (STP) structure prevents high-frequency electrical noise and electromagnetic interference (EMI) from compromising digital communication loops.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Verify that loop power supplies are switched off prior to terminating cable conductors to field device terminals.
- Strip the outer polyurethane jacket and foil shield carefully to avoid damaging the internal 3-conductor insulation.
- Connect the dedicated drain/ground wire directly to the cabinet protective earth (PE) busbar at one end only to prevent ground loop currents.
- Ensure maximum pull tension limits are observed during the 100-meter conduit pull to avoid stretching the internal conductors.
Additional Information
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