{"product_id":"honeywell-fc-bn-1608-digital-converter-modules","title":"Honeywell | FC-BN-1608 | Digital Converter Modules","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHoneywell FC-BN-1608 Digital Converter Module for NAMUR Signals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for NAMUR signal conversion in Honeywell Safety Manager I\/O systems, the \u003cstrong\u003eHoneywell FS-BN-1608\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eBN-1608\u003c\/strong\u003e Digital Converter Module) provides direct electrical conversion of 16 channel discrete input signals from field devices.\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\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\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-BN-1608\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\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDigital Converter Modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNAMUR signal input conversion module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIN NAMUR compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Current Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0-8 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitch Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.4-1.9 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHysteresis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2 mA +\/- 0.05 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 kOhm 1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbsolute Maximum Input Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst order low pass, 100 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField Wire Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum 50 Ohm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable Capacitance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLess than 16 uF total connected cables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 V Loop Supply Output Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.9-8.7 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 V Loop Supply Output Current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e170 mA, short-circuit proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Load Capacitance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 nF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarth Resistor Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 kOhm 1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Dissipation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.6 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprovals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE, TUV, UL, CSA, FM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58.5 x 28.5 x 9 mm (2.3 x 1.125 x 0.35 in)\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\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess Signal Interface and Channel Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FC-BN-1608 module converts NAMUR type discrete field signals into internal digital input information for Honeywell Safety Manager architectures. The module accepts 16 independent input channels and monitors current switching levels according to DIN NAMUR requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe input circuit uses a 1 kOhm resistance path and supports 0-8 mA signal measurement. Furthermore, the integrated 8 V loop supply provides field device excitation with short-circuit protection. The design supports field wiring supervision through defined current thresholds and hysteresis characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoneywell process control modules commonly integrate channel-to-channel isolation methods within I\/O architectures. For this module, field signal processing focuses on stable current detection and controlled NAMUR switching recognition rather than analog measurement conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the BN-1608 require an external power supply?\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The module does not require separate power input. It operates through the Honeywell I\/O backplane connection and provides an 8 V loop supply for connected field devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How many NAMUR input devices can the BN-1608 connect simultaneously?\u003cbr\u003eA: The BN-1608 supports 16 NAMUR input channels. Each channel processes one DIN NAMUR compatible discrete signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the BN-1608 handle field wiring capacitance?\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The module supports a total connected cable capacitance below 16 uF and accepts field wire resistance up to 50 Ohm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the BN-1608 module directly on the designated programming connector of the Honeywell I\/O backplane. No additional chassis mounting space is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect NAMUR field devices according to the specified input wiring arrangement. Keep field signal cables separated from high voltage power cables to reduce electromagnetic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse proper cable shielding and terminate shields according to the system grounding design. Verify the loop supply voltage and field wiring resistance before commissioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm that connected devices match DIN NAMUR current switching characteristics. Check input current levels during startup to ensure correct channel recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Honeywell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44382112874584,"sku":"FC-BN-1608","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/2039\/0488\/files\/FC-BN-1608-3.jpg?v=1784099666","url":"https:\/\/www.industriaxplc.com\/ar\/products\/honeywell-fc-bn-1608-digital-converter-modules","provider":"IndustriaX Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}