Product Details
Product Description
The TC-FXX172 is a fundamental structural component of the Honeywell Experion PKS and PlantScape system architectures. This 17-slot chassis provides the physical and electrical backplane required to house and interconnect a high density of I/O modules, power supplies, and gateway interfaces. Engineered for maximum scalability, the rack ensures robust signal distribution across the bus, allowing for extensive hardware expansion within a single logical controller environment.
Technical Specifications
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Model Identification: TC-FXX172
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Slot Density: 17 Addressable Slots
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System Compatibility: Experion PKS, Series A, and PlantScape Hardware
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Mounting Configuration: Horizontal or Vertical Cabinet Mounting
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Backplane Integrity: High-speed data bus with low-impedance power distribution
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Chassis Dimensions: 2.2 cm x 12.4 cm x 12.6 cm
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Net Weight: 0.1 kg
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Manufacturing Origin: USA
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Hardware Category: Chassis / Rack Base
Installation and System Scaling
The TC-FXX172 17-slot rack is the preferred choice for large-scale process automation where high point counts are managed at a single node. The mechanical design facilitates rapid module insertion and removal, while the backplane maintains electrical stability under full-load conditions. Note that when utilizing a 17-slot configuration, engineers must ensure that the total current draw from all populated modules does not exceed the capacity of the associated power supply module (e.g., TC-FPCX01).
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does the rack include a power supply?
The TC-FXX172 is the passive chassis base. Power supply modules and I/O modules must be ordered separately to complete the assembly.
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What is the advantage of a 17-slot rack over smaller versions?
It offers the highest density for I/O concentration, reducing the number of separate racks required and simplifying the system's communication bus topology.
Additional Information
- 100% Genuine Parts: All products are original and authentic, ensuring reliable industrial performance.
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- 12-Month Warranty: Covers defects in materials or workmanship; excludes misuse, normal wear, or unauthorized modifications.
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- Purchase Guidance: Check product specifications and compatibility carefully before ordering to ensure proper application.
Tech & Buying Guide
Redundant Automation Systems: Ensuring Continuous Uptime in Critical Control Infrastructure
System reliability directly determines operational profitability across high stakes process industries. Modern industrial automation platforms must eliminate single points of failure to prevent catastrophic shutdowns. Deploying fault tolerant architecture safeguards complex facilities against unexpected hardware glitches, network disruptions, and maintenance outages.
Understanding Types of Noise in Electronic Circuits and Control Systems
Signal integrity directly determines measurement accuracy and loop stability across industrial automation environments. Electronic noise introduces unwanted stochastic interference into analog loops, sensor feedback lines, and digital fieldbus networks. Understanding how intrinsic electronic noise and external electromagnetic interference manifest allows control engineers to optimize signal conditioning and shield sensitive instrumentation effectively.
Why 24V DC Power Supplies Standardize Modern Industrial Automation
Industrial control cabinets worldwide rely on 24V DC as the universal power standard for field instrumentation, sensors, and controllers. Walk into any manufacturing plant, and you will find PLCs, human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and smart actuators running on extra-low voltage DC. Standardizing on 24V DC enhances operational safety, lowers cabinet footprint, and maintains steady control performance across factory networks.