{"product_id":"honeywell-fc-mcar-01-module-carrier","title":"Honeywell FC-MCAR-01 Module Carrier","description":"\u003cp\u003eConfigured for high-density I\/O cluster mounting and heavy-duty power distribution in Safety Manager and Fail Safe Control platforms, the \u003cstrong\u003eHoneywell FC-MCAR-01\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eFC-MCAR-01\u003c\/strong\u003e Module Carrier Panel, provides direct physical\/electrical execution.\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-MCAR-01\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\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-42 to +70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePassive distribution load (40 A max supply rail)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC (-45% to +32%)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Logic Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 A maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety Certification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSIL 3 (IEC 61508), TUV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePanel or rack mounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCold Junction Compensation \u0026amp; Channel Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module carrier backplane provides dedicated high-current supply busbars and signal routing paths for installed analog and digital modules. High-density channel-to-channel isolation across backplane connectors mitigates ground loop current shifts and field line noise transients. This isolated physical infrastructure preserves low-level signal integrity and cold junction compensation reference values across connected 4-20 mA HART loop protocol analog input channels, preventing measurement drift in high-density safety architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the maximum current capacity supported on the primary supply rail of the FC-MCAR-01?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The backplane supply rail supports a maximum current capacity of 40 A at 24 VDC nominal voltage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can different types of I\/O modules be populated on a single FC-MCAR-01 carrier?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the board serves as a universal carrier supporting mixed configurations of Honeywell Safety Manager analog and digital I\/O modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What mounting orientation is recommended to optimize thermal performance up to +70 deg C?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Vertical cabinet mounting is recommended to facilitate natural convection airflow across installed modules and carrier power busbars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the carrier plate securely onto the panel frame or 19-inch rack enclosure using specified mounting hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that cabinet earth grounding straps connect directly to the main grounding stud on the carrier chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect main 24 VDC power feed conductors to the primary power input terminals, ensuring correct polarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert I\/O modules firmly into their respective slot guide rails until backplane connectors fully seat and latching mechanisms engage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep high-voltage AC wiring isolated from low-voltage DC power and field signal lines within panel wireways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Honeywell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52407003218216,"sku":"FC-MCAR-01","price":315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/6266\/2184\/files\/FC-MCAR-012.jpg?v=1789718624","url":"https:\/\/www.powerdcs.com\/es\/products\/honeywell-fc-mcar-01-module-carrier","provider":"Power DCS Parts Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}