Honeywell 51403483-100 Experion Ethernet Field Terminal Board

Product Description

The Honeywell 51403483-100 is an Ethernet Field Terminal Equipment Board designed for use within Honeywell Experion control architectures. It functions as a network interface and termination board that supports reliable Ethernet communication between controllers, I/O subsystems, and higher-level supervisory networks.

Built for continuous industrial operation, this board provides stable 10/100Base-TX connectivity and is optimized for deterministic data exchange in distributed control environments. Its mechanical and electrical design allows installation directly within Experion LS and compatible I/O assemblies, ensuring clean wiring, noise resistance, and long-term system integrity.

Key Functional Overview

The 51403483-100 serves as a physical interface point for Ethernet-based control networks. It enables structured connection of field-side Ethernet cabling to Honeywell control hardware, supporting redundant or high-availability network topologies commonly used in process automation systems.

The board is frequently referenced as an Ethernet communication interface or Field Terminal Equipment Board due to its dual role in signal termination and network integration.

Technical Specifications

General Characteristics

• Product Type: Ethernet Field Terminal Equipment Board

• Model: 51403483-100

• Manufacturer: Honeywell

• System Compatibility: Experion LS and related Honeywell control platforms

Network Interface

• Ethernet Standard: 10/100Base-TX

• Data Rate: 10 Mbps / 100 Mbps auto-negotiation

• Connector Type: RJ45

• Communication Role: Controller-to-I/O and system network interfacing

Electrical Parameters

• Typical Power Consumption: Approximately 5 W

• Maximum Power Consumption: Up to 10 W under full load

• Power Source: Supplied via system backplane or associated module infrastructure

Environmental Performance

• Operating Temperature Range:

• Standard industrial rating: –20 °C to +60 °C

• Extended rating (application-dependent): –40 °C to +70 °C

• Designed for vibration-prone and electrically noisy control cabinets

Mechanical Data

• Form Factor: Board-level terminal interface

• Dimensions: 2.9 cm × 20 cm × 6.5 cm

• Weight: 1.48 kg

Compliance

• Typical Certifications: CE, UL, FCC

• Actual approvals may vary by installation region and system configuration

Typical Applications

The 51403483-100 is commonly deployed in:

• Distributed Control Systems (DCS) using Honeywell Experion LS

• Process automation networks in refining, petrochemical, and chemical plants

• Manufacturing execution systems requiring deterministic Ethernet communication

• HVAC and building management control infrastructures

• Safety-related control architectures where stable network termination is required

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the TC-FTEB01 an active communication module or a terminal board?
A: It is primarily a Field Terminal Equipment Board that supports Ethernet connectivity. While it does not perform protocol processing like a controller, it is essential for structured and reliable Ethernet integration within the system.

Q: Does this board support redundant Ethernet networks?
A: Yes. When used within appropriate Experion network architectures, it supports redundant and fault-tolerant Ethernet configurations.

Q: Can it be used outside Experion systems?
A: It is specifically engineered for Honeywell control platforms. Use outside supported systems is not recommended due to mechanical, electrical, and firmware dependencies.