Description

Product Overview

The Honeywell 8C-TPOX01 (Part Number 51307022-175) serves as a core infrastructure component within the Honeywell Series 8 Distributed Control System (DCS) architecture. Specifically, this specialized backplane delivers stable physical mounting, reliable power distribution, and high-speed communication routing for Series 8 wireless interface modules and Ethernet routers. By engineering this hardware specifically for industrial process automation, Honeywell ensures seamless connectivity between field-level wireless sensor networks and the centralized control system. Consequently, the assembly significantly optimizes data transmission integrity even in demanding industrial environments.

Technical Characteristics and Functionality

• System Integration: Because engineers developed this unit exclusively for the Honeywell Series 8 DCS platform, it provides native compatibility and direct bus communication with associated controller networks.
• Communication Routing: In addition to physical support, the backplane operates effectively as an Ethernet router interface, thereby enabling high-throughput data exchange for wireless process monitors.
• Galvanic Isolation: To maintain continuous safety, the internal circuitry features robust electrical isolation, which thoroughly safeguards connected modules against transient voltage surges and high electromagnetic interference (EMI).
• Structural Reliability: Due to the use of high-grade industrial materials, the unit guarantees a high Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF). Furthermore, this rugged build fully supports hot-swappable module replacement without disrupting system power.
• Compact Form Factor: Although it offers comprehensive connectivity options, the backplane utilizes a space-efficient mechanical design. As a result, it maximizes panel density within standard industrial control enclosures while simultaneously facilitating straightforward wiring maintenance.

Target Applications

• Chemical and Petrochemical Processing: Operators deploy this backplane to manage critical wireless transmitter data across extensive facility footprints.
• Pharmaceutical and Food Production: Facilities utilize the hardware to support highly reliable, clean-room compatible wireless monitoring networks for temperature and pressure tracking.
• Power Generation and Energy Utilities: Automation engineers integrate this unit to facilitate data aggregation from remote substations and thermal monitoring points back to the main DCS core.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Honeywell
• Model Number: 8C-TPOX01
• Part Number: 51307022-175
• Product Series: Series 8
• Item Type: Wireless Module Backplane / Ethernet Router Base
• Control System Architecture: DCS (Distributed Control System)
• Net Weight: 0.16 kg
• Physical Dimensions: 14.5 cm x 12.0 cm x 5.5 cm
• Country of Origin: United States