The Honeywell TK-FTEB01 51309512-175, also cataloged as the TK-FTEB01 Fault Tolerant Ethernet Bridge Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for redundant Ethernet communication within Honeywell Experion PKS FTE network platforms.
Hardware Specifications
Parameter
Specification
Model
TK-FTEB01 51309512-175
Brand
Honeywell
Product Type
Fault Tolerant Ethernet Bridge Module
Spare Model
51309512-175
System Compatibility
Honeywell Experion PKS / Experion LS Series-A chassis
Communication Interface
Fault Tolerant Ethernet (FTE)
Ethernet Standard
IEEE 802.3 Ethernet
Communication Speed
100 Mbps full duplex
Network Ports
Dual RJ45 Ethernet ports
Input Voltage
24 VDC
Operating Voltage Range
18-30 VDC
Max Output Current
5 A continuous
Battery Capacity
7.0 Ah / 175 Wh typical
Backup Duration
Up to 4-8 hours
Power Consumption
Low power consumption design
Chassis Installation
Series-A chassis, occupies two chassis slots
Country of Origin
USA
Weight
0.28 kg
Dimensions
3.5 x 14 x 14.5 cm
Tariff Code
8537101190
Shipment Location
Xiamen, China
DCS Network Communication and Process Interface Characteristics
The TK-FTEB01 provides Ethernet communication between Experion PKS control components, including Experion servers, C200 controllers, and Fieldbus Interface Module (FIM) chassis. Moreover, the module uses dual RJ45 network connections to maintain redundant communication paths between the chassis backplane and external FTE network devices.
The module supports Honeywell Fault Tolerant Ethernet architecture, where redundant physical Ethernet paths operate as a coordinated logical network connection. Therefore, the module simplifies network topology management while maintaining continuous data exchange between control-level and supervisory-level devices.
In addition, the TK-FTEB01 supports industrial Ethernet communication at 100 Mbps full duplex speed through IEEE 802.3 compliant interfaces. The module receives 24 VDC power input and integrates with Series-A chassis hardware through dedicated backplane connections.
Channel Isolation and Industrial Network Integration
For Honeywell process control architectures, the TK-FTEB01 functions as an Ethernet communication interface rather than an analog measurement device. Therefore, it does not provide 4-20 mA HART signal processing, FOUNDATION Fieldbus, or Profibus PA field instrument connectivity.
Instead, the module handles digital network data transmission between Experion PKS nodes. Furthermore, the dual-path Ethernet design supports network redundancy by separating communication routes through independent FTE links.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many chassis slots does the Honeywell TK-FTEB01 occupy? A: The TK-FTEB01 occupies two slots in a Honeywell Series-A chassis installation.
Q: Does the TK-FTEB01 provide dual Ethernet communication interfaces? A: Yes. The module includes dual RJ45 Ethernet ports for redundant FTE network connections.
Q: What type of communication does the TK-FTEB01 support? A: The module supports 100 Mbps IEEE 802.3 Ethernet communication for Honeywell Experion PKS network architectures.
Field Installation Guidelines
Install the TK-FTEB01 in the designated Series-A chassis slot positions according to the Honeywell Experion PKS hardware configuration manual.
Verify that the chassis backplane connectors are clean and correctly aligned before installation. Use shielded Ethernet cabling suitable for industrial environments and maintain proper separation between communication cables and high-voltage power wiring.
Connect the dual RJ45 Ethernet ports according to the planned FTE network topology. Confirm that redundant network paths use independent physical routes where required.
Before applying power, verify the 24 VDC supply polarity and grounding arrangement. After installation, check Ethernet link indicators and system diagnostics through the Experion engineering interface.
