{"product_id":"honeywell-fc-iochas-0002r-safety-manager-redundant-i-o-chassis","title":"Honeywell FC-IOCHAS-0002R Safety Manager Redundant I\/O Chassis","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHoneywell FC-IOCHAS-0002R\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eFC-IOCHAS-0002R\u003c\/strong\u003e Redundant I\/O Chassis, operates as a dedicated hardware component for high-availability backplane power distribution and signal routing within Safety Manager and FSC platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFC-IOCHAS-0002R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHoneywell\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard 19-inch rack-mount chassis (Height\/Depth unlisted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to 70 deg C (standard panel ambient)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower consumption unlisted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRedundant I\/O chassis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19-inch rack mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI\/O Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 18 slots (configured in redundant pairs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 slots (including extender module positions)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConformal Coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConformal Coated (CC) backplane assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTarget System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety Manager \/ FSC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgency Approvals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE, UL, CSA, TUV, FM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety Loop Signal Condition \u0026amp; Channel-to-Channel Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for high-integrity safety instrumented systems, the chassis provides low-impedance backplane communication buses and robust power distribution across 21 total slot positions. Galvanic and physical channel-to-channel isolation prevents electrical fault propagation between redundant module slots. The backplane PCB features factory-applied conformal coating (CC) to resist corrosive atmospheric elements, ensuring uninterrupted bus communication velocity, stable 4-20 mA HART signal integrity, and fail-safe execution during single-slot field maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How are I\/O module slots arranged to support physical redundancy?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The chassis contains up to 18 I\/O slots specifically mapped as side-by-side or paired channels. This configuration enables redundant module deployment, allowing a secondary standby module to assume field load control instantaneously if the primary module experiences a hardware fault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What function do the additional slots serve beyond the 18 I\/O slots?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The chassis houses 21 total slot positions. Beyond the 18 dedicated I\/O module slots, the remaining slots accommodate bus extender modules and system interface assemblies required for rack-to-rack interconnectivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can modules installed in this chassis be replaced while power is applied?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, under the Safety Manager architecture, redundant module pairs installed within the backplane permit hot-swapping of a faulted card without disrupting active safety loops or shutting down process logic execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the chassis into a standard 19-inch industrial rack using suitable metric hardware, maintaining at least 1 U of vertical clearance above and below for optimal thermal dissipation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that cabinet protective earth (PE) ground straps attach directly to the chassis ground stud with low-resistance copper bonding before connecting logic power feeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure all module retaining screws are fully tightened to maintain uniform backplane connector insertion pressure and prevent pin fretting under high vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSegregate high-voltage AC supply wiring from low-voltage DC backplane extension cables within separate, grounded wire duct channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque standard panel mounting screws firmly to prevent chassis deformation or bus misalignment during field service operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Honeywell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52500339065128,"sku":"FC-IOCHAS-0002R","price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/6266\/2184\/files\/FC-IOCHAS-0002R.jpg?v=1789889961","url":"https:\/\/www.powerdcs.com\/es\/products\/honeywell-fc-iochas-0002r-safety-manager-redundant-i-o-chassis","provider":"Power DCS Parts Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}