Honeywell CC-PCNT01 C300 Control Processor Module
The Honeywell CC-PCNT01 is a high-performance C300 control processor module designed for the Experion PKS (Process Knowledge System) Series C platform. It executes Honeywell’s Control Execution Environment (CEE) software to process deterministic control strategies, batch operations, and field I/O communications. Featuring conformally coated electronics and a vertical chassis-less form factor, the CC-PCNT01 mounts directly onto a Series C Input Output Termination Assembly (IOTA) to provide real-time process execution and native Fault Tolerant Ethernet (FTE) connectivity.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | CC-PCNT01 |
| Brand | Honeywell |
| Product Type | Control Processor Modules |
| Series | Experion PKS Series C / C300 |
| Execution Environment | Control Execution Environment (CEE) |
| Base Control Loop Execution | 50 ms (20 ms configurable option) |
| Operating Voltage | 24 VDC |
| Operating Current | 0.32 A (nominal) / 0.311 A (rated) |
| Physical Design | Series C chassis-less vertical mounting |
| Protection | Conformal coating (CC prefix) |
| Weight | 1.06 lbs (0.48 kg) |
Core Architecture and Functional Features
- Control Execution Environment (CEE): Deterministically runs complex analog, digital, regulatory, and batch control block execution schemes across connected Series C I/O modules.
- High-Availability Redundancy: Supports fully redundant standard controller pairs using dedicated redundancy cables and dual IOTAs, providing continuous synchronization and seamless control transfer upon a fault.
- Fault Tolerant Ethernet Integration: Connects into Honeywell's FTE network architecture via a Control Firewall (CF9) to safeguard process communication from broadcast storms and network intrusion.
- Vertical Form Factor: Plugs into an IOTA base, utilizing natural convection cooling to eliminate internal mechanical fans and maximize long-term module reliability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which termination assembly is required to mount the CC-PCNT01 processor module?
A: The module mounts to the CC-TCNT01 (or CU-TCNT01) C300 Controller IOTA, which provides system power distribution and interface connections for FTE, I/O link, and redundancy cabling.
Q: Can the CC-PCNT01 be deployed in a redundant hardware configuration?
A: Yes, a redundant pair is achieved by mounting two identical controller modules on separate IOTAs connected via a dedicated Ethernet STP redundancy link.
Q: What is the primary hardware alternative or successor for the CC-PCNT01 in newer installations?
A: The CC-PCNT02 controller module replaces the CC-PCNT01 for new installations, field replacements, and configurations requiring extended functionality firmware images.
Honeywell CC-PCNT01 C300 Control Processor Module
Honeywell CC-PCNT01 C300 Control Processor Module
The Honeywell CC-PCNT01 is a high-performance C300 control processor module designed for the Experion PKS (Process Knowledge System) Series C platform. It executes Honeywell’s Control Execution Environment (CEE) software to process deterministic control strategies, batch operations, and field I/O communications. Featuring conformally coated electronics and a vertical chassis-less form factor, the CC-PCNT01 mounts directly onto a Series C Input Output Termination Assembly (IOTA) to provide real-time process execution and native Fault Tolerant Ethernet (FTE) connectivity.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | CC-PCNT01 |
| Brand | Honeywell |
| Product Type | Control Processor Modules |
| Series | Experion PKS Series C / C300 |
| Execution Environment | Control Execution Environment (CEE) |
| Base Control Loop Execution | 50 ms (20 ms configurable option) |
| Operating Voltage | 24 VDC |
| Operating Current | 0.32 A (nominal) / 0.311 A (rated) |
| Physical Design | Series C chassis-less vertical mounting |
| Protection | Conformal coating (CC prefix) |
| Weight | 1.06 lbs (0.48 kg) |
Core Architecture and Functional Features
- Control Execution Environment (CEE): Deterministically runs complex analog, digital, regulatory, and batch control block execution schemes across connected Series C I/O modules.
- High-Availability Redundancy: Supports fully redundant standard controller pairs using dedicated redundancy cables and dual IOTAs, providing continuous synchronization and seamless control transfer upon a fault.
- Fault Tolerant Ethernet Integration: Connects into Honeywell's FTE network architecture via a Control Firewall (CF9) to safeguard process communication from broadcast storms and network intrusion.
- Vertical Form Factor: Plugs into an IOTA base, utilizing natural convection cooling to eliminate internal mechanical fans and maximize long-term module reliability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which termination assembly is required to mount the CC-PCNT01 processor module?
A: The module mounts to the CC-TCNT01 (or CU-TCNT01) C300 Controller IOTA, which provides system power distribution and interface connections for FTE, I/O link, and redundancy cabling.
Q: Can the CC-PCNT01 be deployed in a redundant hardware configuration?
A: Yes, a redundant pair is achieved by mounting two identical controller modules on separate IOTAs connected via a dedicated Ethernet STP redundancy link.
Q: What is the primary hardware alternative or successor for the CC-PCNT01 in newer installations?
A: The CC-PCNT02 controller module replaces the CC-PCNT01 for new installations, field replacements, and configurations requiring extended functionality firmware images.
