Honeywell 51202329-702 Violet Drop Cable

The Honeywell 51202329-702 Violet Drop Cable is a high-quality industrial communication cable designed to deliver reliable signal transmission within distributed control systems (DCS), primarily the Honeywell TDC 3000 series. This cable is engineered to perform in electrically noisy, hazardous, or high-temperature environments, where consistent performance is critical.

Unlike the violet jacketed versions, the 51202329-702 comes with a gray outer jacket, often used to denote specific functions or wiring zones within complex automation environments. With dual-layer shielding (foil and braid), tinned copper conductors, and rugged flame-retardant PVC insulation, this drop cable ensures strong resistance to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and physical durability across a wide range of industrial conditions.

This model is widely used in oil & gas plants, refineries, chemical processing units, and manufacturing systems, where network integrity, safety compliance, and long operational lifespan are required.

Product Specifications

Applications

The Honeywell 51202329-702 cable is suitable for mission-critical industrial communication in a variety of environments, including:

• Honeywell TDC 3000 Systems

  Used to interconnect I/O modules, control processors, and interface units.

• Oil & Gas Production Facilities

  Offers EMI protection and chemical resistance in explosive zones.

• Chemical Manufacturing Plants

  Maintains signal integrity in high-temperature, corrosive environments.

• Power Generation Plants

  Used in turbine controls, SCADA communications, and instrumentation loops.

• Automation & Factory Control Panels

  Provides flexible installation in constrained wiring spaces and enclosures.

• Zone Identification (Gray Coding)

  Supports clear segmentation of networks using color-coded cable schemes.

Product Advantages

• Superior Shielding Design

  Equipped with aluminum foil and braided copper shields to block high-frequency and low-frequency EMI.

• Color-coded for Structured Layouts

  Gray jacket helps differentiate functions or zones in large DCS and PLC environments.

• Flame-retardant Construction

  Jacket and insulation meet UL safety standards, making it ideal for enclosed or high-risk areas.

• Robust Physical Properties

  Resistant to chemicals, oil, mechanical stress, and temperature extremes for extended durability.

• High Signal Integrity

  Precision impedance and low capacitance minimize transmission loss and jitter over long distances.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What systems is the 51202329-702 cable compatible with?

It is designed for Honeywell TDC 3000 and other compatible DCS systems where impedance-matched, shielded communication cables are needed.

2. What does the gray jacket color signify?

In many Honeywell installations, gray is used to differentiate between network zones, functions, or signal types for organized maintenance and upgrades.

3. Is this cable dual-shielded?

Yes, it includes both aluminum foil and a braided copper shield for superior EMI protection.

4. Can the cable be used in hazardous environments?

Yes, the cable’s construction resists chemicals, oil, and heat, making it suitable for hazardous or demanding industrial conditions.

5. What kind of signals can this cable carry?

It supports both analog and digital signals depending on the system and application it’s connected to.

6. Is this cable flame-retardant?

Yes. The PVC materials are UL flame-rated and meet safety codes for industrial installations.

7. How flexible is the 51202329-702 during installation?

Its design allows moderate bending and routing through cable trays, ducts, and confined control panels.

8. What is the recommended operating temperature?

It performs reliably between -40°C and +85°C.

9. What certifications does it carry?

The cable is UL listed, CSA approved, and CE compliant for global industrial use.

10. Is this cable suitable for long-distance communication?

Yes, the impedance-matched design and shielding maintain signal clarity over extended cable runs.