Product Details
Configured for redundant I/O module mounting in Honeywell control system hardware platforms, the Honeywell FS-IOCHAS-0001R (FS-IOCHAS-0001R I/O Chassis for Redundant Module) provides direct physical/electrical execution.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | FS-IOCHAS-0001R |
| Brand | Honeywell |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 7.6 kg |
| Dimensions | 48.2 x 30 x 22 cm |
| Operating Temp | -40 to 70 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 5 V-1: 35 mA; 5 V-2: 35 mA |
| Input Voltage | 24 VDC (18 to 36 VDC) |
| Module Capacity | Up to 9 pairs of redundant I/O modules |
| Relative Humidity | 5 to 95% RH, condensing |
| Vibration Resistance | 5g @ 10 to 500 Hz (IEC 60068-2-6) |
Channel-to-Channel Isolation and Module Integration
The FS-IOCHAS-0001R chassis establishes the physical and electrical backplane infrastructure required to house up to 9 pairs of redundant I/O modules. The internal bus routing distributes primary 24 VDC supply voltage while powering dual 5 V rail lines for slot logic circuits. Designed to support DCS processing topologies with 4-20 mA HART loop protocol connectivity, the backplane preserves strict channel-to-channel isolation between adjacent module slots, eliminating ground loop current propagation and minimizing cross-talk during parallel data transmission across the control network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many redundant I/O module pairs can be seated within a single FS-IOCHAS-0001R backplane frame?
A: The chassis provides physical slots and dedicated backplane connections to support up to 9 pairs of redundant I/O modules simultaneously.
Q: What are the backplane current draw ratings on the internal 5 V DC logic supply rails?
A: The chassis backplane draws a nominal current of 35 mA on the 5 V-1 rail and 35 mA on the redundant 5 V-2 rail under idle chassis load conditions.
Q: Does the chassis perform onboard signal conversion or execution logic for field I/O channels?
A: No, the chassis acts purely as a passive physical mounting structure and electrical distribution interconnect; it executes no active signal processing or control logic.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Mount the chassis securely into a 19-inch subrack frame or panel using all four corner mounting points.
- Connect the main cabinet protective earth (PE) strap directly to the chassis grounding lug to establish low-impedance earthing.
- Verify input power polarity on the 24 VDC terminal block (18-36 VDC range) before applying primary power.
- Segregate high-voltage AC lines from field signal cabling, using separate wiring channels inside the cabinet.
- Inspect backplane card-edge sockets for debris or bent pins prior to inserting redundant I/O modules into their designated slots.
Additional Information
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