Description

The HONEYWELL 51305072-300 CLCN-B represents the enhanced iteration of Honeywell’s communication gateway module, specifically engineered for the TDC 3000 and Experion PKS distributed control systems. This advanced communication processor serves as the critical interface between the Local Control Network (LCN) and Universal Control Network (UCN), facilitating seamless data exchange across different hierarchical levels of automation architecture. The HONEYWELL 51305072-300 CLCN-B delivers improved performance and enhanced functionality compared to its predecessor, enabling more efficient process information transfer, control command execution, and system diagnostics between connected devices. This module is specifically designed to support modernization efforts while maintaining compatibility with existing system components, providing a reliable migration path for facilities upgrading their automation infrastructure.

Engineered for mission-critical applications, the HONEYWELL 51305072-300 CLCN-B incorporates advanced error detection and correction mechanisms that ensure data integrity in electrically challenging industrial environments. The module’s robust architecture supports complex control strategies across multiple process units, enabling operators to maintain optimal performance while integrating legacy and modern system components. The enhanced processing capabilities of the HONEYWELL 51305072-300 CLCN-B provide greater data handling capacity and improved response times, making it an essential component for industries requiring high availability and reliable communication between different generations of control technology.

51305072-300 CLCN-B HONEYWELL

Technical Specifications

Parameter Name	Parameter Value
Product Model	51305072-300 CLCN-B
Manufacturer	Honeywell
Product Type	Enhanced LCN Communication Interface Module
Network Interface	Local Control Network (LCN) to Universal Control Network (UCN)
Data Transfer Rate	5 Mbps (both LCN and UCN interfaces)
Protocol Support	Honeywell proprietary LCN/UCN protocol
Processor Architecture	Enhanced 32-bit communication processor
Memory Capacity	4 MB RAM (expanded from previous versions)
Power Requirements	5V DC @ 3.8A, 12V DC @ 0.6A (from backplane)
Operating Temperature	0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Relative Humidity	5% to 95% non-condensing
Mean Time Between Failures	>160,000 hours
Physical Dimensions	315mm x 45mm x 200mm (W x H x D)

Main Features and Advantages

The HONEYWELL 51305072-300 CLCN-B offers significant performance enhancements over previous versions, featuring expanded memory capacity and improved processing capabilities that enable more efficient data handling and faster response times. The module incorporates advanced diagnostic functionalities that provide comprehensive monitoring of communication pathways, error rates, and network performance, allowing for proactive maintenance and reduced downtime. Its robust design includes enhanced electrical isolation and noise immunity features, ensuring reliable operation in electrically noisy industrial environments where communication integrity is paramount.

Enhanced system integration and reliability: The HONEYWELL 51305072-300 CLCN-B supports sophisticated redundancy configurations that ensure continuous operation during hardware failures or network disruptions. The module’s improved protocol handling capabilities facilitate smoother integration between legacy TDC 3000 systems and modern Experion PKS components, providing greater flexibility in system architecture design. Hot-swappable capability allows for maintenance and replacement without system shutdown, significantly reducing planned downtime and increasing overall plant availability. The module’s backward compatibility with existing system components while offering enhanced performance makes it an ideal solution for facilities undergoing phased modernization projects.

Application Field

The HONEYWELL 51305072-300 CLCN-B is extensively deployed in industries requiring reliable communication between legacy and modern control systems while maintaining operational continuity. In petroleum refineries, the module enables seamless data exchange between existing TDC 3000 infrastructure and newer Experion PKS components, supporting phased modernization programs without disrupting critical operations. Chemical processing facilities utilize the HONEYWELL 51305072-300 CLCN-B to maintain integrated control across multiple production units that employ mixed generations of control technology, ensuring consistent product quality and operational safety.

Power generation plants depend on the HONEYWELL 51305072-300 CLCN-B for critical communication between turbine control systems and plant-wide distributed control systems where equipment protection and continuous operation are essential. Pharmaceutical manufacturers employ this enhanced communication module to maintain validated data pathways between legacy and modern control systems in regulated production environments. The module also finds significant application in pulp and paper mills, metals processing facilities, and other continuous process industries where reliable communication between different automation platforms is crucial for maintaining production efficiency and operational safety.

51305072-300 CLCN-B HONEYWELL

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