Honeywell FS-BLIND-CHAS3HE 19 Inch Chassis Cover Plate

The chassis features durable industrial-grade construction with high thermal resistance and mechanical integrity, ensuring stable system operation under demanding environmental conditions. It is specifically designed to fit into Series 3 FSC racks and maintain the structural, thermal, and EMI shielding integrity of the system enclosure.

Technical Specifications

Product Applications

• Used in Honeywell FSC racks to occupy unused slots.

• Helps maintain airflow dynamics in fully or partially populated system chassis.

• Prevents foreign object ingress into unused module slots.

• Enhances thermal management by directing airflow properly within the rack.

• Used during phased implementations of safety systems where not all I/O or control modules are installed at once.

• Ideal for redundant setups where placeholder modules are needed for symmetry and cooling distribution.

Product Advantages

• Mechanical Integrity: Provides robust structural support, ensuring that open slots are protected from accidental physical damage.

• Thermal Efficiency: Improves internal thermal balance of the rack by optimizing passive airflow.

• Operational Safety: Reduces contamination risk and unintentional contact with active module connections.

• System Compatibility: Seamlessly integrates into Honeywell’s FSC Series 3 racks without additional customization.

• Regulatory Compliance: Designed to meet international standards such as CE and ATEX for safety-critical systems.

• Maintenance-Friendly: Quick installation and removal for service teams during upgrades or module replacements.

FAQ

Q1: What is the primary purpose of the FS-BLIND-CHAS3HE?

A1: It is used to fill unused slots in an FSC rack to maintain airflow, system integrity, and environmental protection.

Q2: Is FS-BLIND-CHAS3HE required in every empty slot?

A2: It is highly recommended in safety-critical installations where EMI protection and thermal stability are essential.

Q3: Can this blind chassis be reused across different racks?

A3: Yes, as long as the racks are part of the FSC Series 3 family.

Q4: Does it offer any functional electronics?

A4: No, it serves purely as a mechanical and airflow component with no electrical or processing functions.

Q5: Is this blind chassis field-installable?

A5: Yes, it is designed for quick and secure field installation without special tools.

Q6: What materials is the FS-BLIND-CHAS3HE made of?

A6: It is made from high-strength anodized aluminum with EMI shielding layers.

Q7: Does the FS-BLIND-CHAS3HE affect the safety certifications of the system?

A7: On the contrary, its presence helps ensure continued compliance with ATEX and CE standards by preserving rack integrity.

Q8: What is the lifespan of the chassis under normal conditions?

A8: It is designed for long-term use and matches the life cycle of the FSC system—typically over 5 years.

Q9: Can it be installed in legacy FSC systems (pre-Series 3)?

A9: No, it is specifically tailored for FSC Series 3 chassis form factors.

Q10: Does Honeywell provide a warranty for this product?

A10: Yes, typically it comes with a limited warranty aligned with other FSC hardware components (usually 12 months).