Honeywell 900CP1-0100 Control Processor Module

The Honeywell 900CP1-0100 Control Processor Module is a central processing unit designed for the HC900 Hybrid Control System. It serves as the “brain” of the control rack, executing process control, sequencing, logic, and communication functions. Built with industrial-grade reliability, this processor module integrates seamlessly into the HC900 platform, delivering real-time monitoring, high-speed processing, and robust networking.

The 900CP1-0100 enables process industries to unify logic and loop control in one hardware module, eliminating the need for separate PLC and DCS systems. It provides an optimal solution for mid-range automation, balancing flexibility, power, and redundancy.

Product Specifications

Product Applications

The 900CP1-0100 Control Processor Module is widely deployed across diverse industries due to its ability to combine process automation and logic control. Key applications include:

• Power Generation – Boiler control, turbine auxiliary systems, and safety interlocks.

• Oil & Gas / Petrochemical – Reactor control, compressor monitoring, and process sequencing.

• Water and Wastewater Treatment – Pump control, dosing systems, filtration, and plant automation.

• Food & Beverage – Batch processing, recipe management, and temperature control.

• Pharmaceutical Industry – Sterilization, clean room automation, and regulatory compliance control.

• Metals and Mining – Furnace control, rolling mill automation, and safety systems.

Product Advantages

• Unified Control – Combines loop, logic, and sequencing in one processor.

• High-Speed Performance – Fast execution cycle enables precise process control.

• Redundancy Support – Works in paired configuration for fault-tolerant operation.

• Scalability – Supports expansion up to thousands of I/O points.

• Seamless Integration – Compatible with Honeywell Experion® and third-party SCADA systems.

• Diagnostics and Reliability – Built-in fault detection and watchdog timer.

• Industrial-Grade Design – Rugged module suitable for continuous 24/7 operation.

• Flexible Networking – Supports Ethernet communication and Modbus TCP/IP protocols.

FAQ

1. What type of CPU architecture does the 900CP1-0100 use?

   It uses a 32-bit high-performance CPU optimized for real-time process control.

2. Does this module support controller redundancy?

   Yes, it can be paired with another 900CP1-0100 for redundant operation.

3. What is the maximum number of I/O points supported?

   Up to 4,000 I/O points can be configured with modular expansion.

4. How fast is the scan cycle of the processor?

   The processor can achieve a scan rate as low as 10 ms depending on system configuration.

5. Which communication protocols are supported?

   It supports Ethernet, Modbus TCP/IP, peer-to-peer networking, and the backplane bus.

6. Can this module be integrated with Honeywell Experion systems?

   Yes, it is fully compatible with Experion® PKS for extended control and monitoring.

7. What diagnostic features are included?

   The module has self-check mechanisms, watchdog timers, and fault indication LEDs.

8. Is it possible to hot-swap this processor module?

   No, the processor itself is not hot-swappable, but certain I/O modules are.

9. How is memory allocated for user programs?

   It includes 32 MB RAM and 16 MB Flash for programs, historical data, and process variables.

10. What redundancy modes are supported?

    It supports CPU redundancy, automatic switchover, and communication failover.