{"product_id":"honeywell-51196694-901-trackball-assembly","title":"Honeywell 51196694-901 Trackball Assembly","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHoneywell 51196694-901\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003e51196694\u003c\/strong\u003e Trackball Assembly, operates as a dedicated hardware component for human-machine operator interface navigation and cursor position execution within Honeywell TDC 3000 and Experion PKS operator consoles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e51196694-901\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHoneywell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0 kg (Shipping Weight)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Operator Console Panel Cutout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 deg C to 50 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowered via operator console interface bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHoneywell Universal Station \/ Experion Operator Consoles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Device Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndustrial Trackball Pointer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDedicated Console Bus \/ Serial Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOperator Console Interface and Signal Integrity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for continuous human-machine interaction on Honeywell DCS operator stations, the assembly translates mechanical ball rotation into incremental quadrature pulses or serial data packets. Channel-to-channel isolation on the internal interface PCB isolates low-voltage encoder circuitry from potential ESD spikes across the operator console chassis. This design prevents ground loops and electrical transient coupling into adjacent keyboard modules, 4-20 mA HART operator displays, or high-speed station bus communications during station operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How is power provided to the 51196694-901 trackball assembly?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Power is supplied directly through the operator console internal interface cable from the host station electronics backplane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What maintenance is recommended to prevent pointer drift or signal hesitation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Periodic mechanical cleaning of the encoder rollers and optical sensors inside the trackball housing removes dust accumulation without requiring electrical recalibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can this unit be swapped while the operator console is powered on?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Physical replacement should follow Honeywell operator station servicing guidelines; powered hot-swapping depends on the specific console bus interface board connected to the assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the assembly into the operator panel cutout, ensuring a uniform seating seal to protect internal electronics against dust ingress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute the interface ribbon\/serial cable away from high-voltage AC wiring or panel power supplies to maintain signal integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the chassis grounding conductor from the trackball housing to the console panel frame ground to prevent static electricity discharge damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect encoder connector pins for proper orientation before locking the wire harness into place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Honeywell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53631336612149,"sku":"51196694-901","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/51196694-901.png?v=1790135028","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/honeywell-51196694-901-trackball-assembly","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}