Product Details
Configured for high-speed deterministic signal transmission in industrial automation systems, the Honeywell GN-KRR011 51204147-001 (GN-KRR011 Fiber Optic Cable) provides direct physical/electrical execution. The hardware component establishes an optical interface link between station bus participants, zone controllers, or network components, allowing uncorrupted voice, data, and I/O tracking signals to route seamlessly into the C300 controller topology.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | GN-KRR011 51204147-001 |
| Brand | Honeywell |
| Series / Module Type | Series 8 / C300 Redundancy Network Component |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 0.2 kg |
| Dimensions | 2 meters (Total assembly length) |
| Operating Temp | -40 to +70 deg C |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC system standard reference voltage |
| Cable Type | Simplex, multimode HCS fiber optic |
| Connectors | LC connector (End A), ST connector (End B) |
| Jacket Material | PVC insulation and jacket |
| Data Capabilities | Synchronous voice, data, and IO Link data streams |
| System Compatibility | Honeywell C300 Controllers, IO Link, ISA100 network modules |
4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol and Channel-to-Channel Isolation
The GN-KRR011 51204147-001 multimode HCS fiber optic assembly delivers total electrical channel-to-channel isolation between synchronized C300 controllers or remote IO Link interfaces. By replacing copper wire with an optical link, it completely suppresses cross-talk, common-mode voltage spikes, and ground loops that degrade analog input loops. This configuration supports high-frequency digital traffic alongside traditional 4-20 mA HART loop protocol parameters, ensuring that distributed field instruments communicate accurate process values to the centralized DCS architecture without signal loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does this optical cable maintain structural protection against ground differentials between controllers located in separate electrical rooms?
A: Because the multimode fiber architecture relies entirely on light wave propagation, there is no metallic contact. This provides absolute channel-to-channel isolation, completely neutralizing voltage offsets and preventing dangerous fault currents from running along the system bus.
Q: Can the cable bend radius be altered during high-density tray routing?
A: The cable uses a durable HCS fiber base with a PVC jacket, but the minimum dynamic bend radius specified by the manufacturer must be maintained. Tight bends will cause macro-bending loss, which attenuates the light signal and degrades data frame integrity across the IO Link.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Routing and Physical Path Separation: Lay the fiber optic assembly inside dedicated low-voltage wire ways. Keep it away from high-voltage AC cables to prevent mechanical crushing or tearing from heavy physical lines.
- Connector Connection Sequence: Remove the protective dust caps immediately before mating the interfaces. Insert the LC connector end into the C300 IOTA or network transceiver port until it clicks securely, then turn and lock the ST connector end onto its matching node.
- Pulling Force Limits: Never apply axial pulling force directly to the LC or ST connector boots during installation. Pull gently on the external PVC cable jacket to prevent cracking the inner glass-core junction.
- Thermal Monitoring: Ensure the cable run stays within the specified -40 to +70 deg C thermal limit. Do not place the cable against steam pipes, high-output heat sinks, or unventilated surfaces inside the cabinet.
Additional Information
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- 12-Month Warranty: Covers defects in materials or workmanship; excludes misuse, normal wear, or unauthorized modifications.
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