Honeywell FC-CPCHAS-0002 Chassis for Control Processor

The Honeywell FC-CPCHAS-0002 is a dedicated mounting chassis designed to house and support the installation of the C300 Control Processor within the Experion Process Knowledge System (PKS) architecture. Engineered to facilitate system modularity and high availability, this chassis serves as a foundational component for accommodating and powering the control processor hardware in distributed control system (DCS) environments.

The FC-CPCHAS-0002 is equipped with a backplane bus interface, which ensures efficient signal routing between the control processor and other I/O components. Its mechanical construction enables secure mounting within a standard enclosure, while its electrical design supports system grounding, redundancy, and safe processor operation.

This chassis supports both standard and redundant processor configurations, making it suitable for mission-critical applications that demand non-stop operations and robust fault tolerance. It is also designed to enable hot-swapping of processor units when configured properly, ensuring minimal system disruption during maintenance or upgrades.

Product Specifications

Product Applications

The FC-CPCHAS-0002 is designed to serve as the core mounting and interconnection platform for C300 Control Processors within industrial environments that utilize Honeywell’s Experion PKS DCS. It is widely implemented in:

• Oil & Gas production and refining plants

• Chemical and petrochemical processing

• Power generation facilities (fossil, nuclear, renewables)

• Water and wastewater treatment systems

• Pulp and paper production

• Pharmaceutical and life sciences manufacturing

• Mining and metal refining

Product Advantages

• Optimized for C300 Processor Integration

  Specifically engineered for Honeywell’s flagship control processor, ensuring seamless installation and operation.

• Redundancy-Ready Design

  Supports single or dual C300 controllers for high availability and failover performance, without the need for major rewiring.

• Secure and Durable Mechanical Structure

  Provides stable processor housing with proper electrical grounding, shielding the control system from mechanical and electrical disruptions.

• Hot-Swappable Configuration

  Enables maintenance or replacement of control processors without halting the entire system, reducing downtime.

• Backplane Connectivity

  Offers integrated bus communication and power distribution, simplifying wiring and enhancing reliability.

• DIN Rail and Panel Mount Options

  Allows flexible integration into a variety of enclosure and panel types, supporting diverse control system layouts.

• Regulatory Compliance

  Certified to international standards for use in hazardous and non-hazardous locations.

FAQ

1. Can the FC-CPCHAS-0002 chassis support redundant C300 processors?

   Yes, it is designed to accommodate a pair of C300 controllers for full redundancy.

2. Does the chassis include a backplane for data communication?

   Yes, it includes an integrated backplane bus to manage control signal communication between processors and other modules.

3. What type of mounting is supported by this chassis?

   The chassis can be mounted using DIN rail or directly to a panel surface.

4. Can the processors be hot-swapped while the system is running?

   Yes, hot-swap is supported when configured properly with system redundancy enabled.

5. Is external grounding necessary?

   The chassis has built-in grounding provisions, but proper system grounding practices should still be followed.

6. Is the FC-CPCHAS-0002 compatible with earlier Honeywell controller models?

   It is optimized for the C300 controller; compatibility with earlier models is not guaranteed.

7. How is power supplied to the chassis and processor modules?

   Power is provided via the system’s 24 VDC supply through the backplane.

8. Does the chassis require external cooling fans?

   No, it relies on passive cooling through cabinet airflow; adequate ventilation is still necessary.

9. Can this chassis be used in hazardous areas?

   Yes, it meets international certifications (ATEX, UL, CE) for use in hazardous zones when properly installed.

10. Is firmware stored or managed within the chassis?

    No, firmware is stored in the C300 processor; the chassis provides physical and electrical support only.