SKU: 10100/2/1CC10900

HONEYWELL FSC 10100/2/1CC10900 Horizontal Bus Driver Module

The Honeywell 10100/2/1CC10900 is a 4TE/3HE Horizontal Bus Driver (HBD) module engineered for the FSC safety platform. Coordinates data routing over non-redundant (A1) and redundant (A21/A22) configurations. Original factory-new surplus units are in stock and ready to ship globally. Secure your safety system integrity today.

The Honeywell 10100/2/1CC10900 is a specialized Horizontal Bus Driver (HBD) module designed for the Fail Safe Control (FSC) system architecture. Operating as a high-speed communication link inside localized I/O racks, this component acts as a bridge between the central processor (Central Part) vertical data bus and the horizontal backplane array of individual input and output modules.

Hardware Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Model / Catalog No.	10100/2/1CC10900
Manufacturer	HONEYWELL (FSC Safety System Platform)
Origin	USA
Weight	0.4 kg (Packaged weight; bare module is approximately 0.11 kg)
Dimensions	7.0 x 14.0 x 14.5 cm
Rack Space Requirements	4TE / 3HE (Standard Eurocard dimensions)
Supply Voltage	5 VDC
Current Consumption	35 mA to 65 mA (Varies based on connected flat cable type)
System Lifecycle	Active Safety Asset Support

Bus Bridging Architecture & Cable Formations

The 10100/2/1CC10900 manages data packets within the tight timing constraints of a safety-instrumented system (SIS). Its dual-sided connection topology links two critical paths:

Rear Connector Plane: Interfaces directly with the vertical bus flat cable dropping down from the Central Part processing unit.
Front Cable Interface: Directs data out onto the horizontal backplane layer via a dedicated top-mounted ribbon cable configuration.

Depending on the safety requirements and architectural needs of the plant grid, the module uses specific front flat cable extensions to change its redundancy profile:

Flat Cable Type	Redundancy Configuration	Application Context
A1 Cable	Non-Redundant I/O	Standard process signals where loop loss does not trigger an immediate plant trip.
A21 Cable	Redundant I/O Layer (Primary)	Dual-fault tolerant loops (e.g., Emergency Shutdown Systems).
A22 Cable	Redundant I/O Layer (Secondary)	Paired alongside A21 to ensure seamless communication swap over.

Maintenance & Hot-Swap Protocols

The 10100/2/1CC10900 supports online hot-swapping, allowing a technician to replace a failing module without shutting down power to the rack.

> Safety Warning: Because this driver module forms a core segment of the active Emergency Shutdown (ESD) network, pulling a non-redundant HBD can instantly sever communications to an entire rack section. This loss of signal can cause the Central Part to initiate a protective safety shutdown of connected process equipment. Always verify active loops and establish bypass interlocks according to plant safety protocol before extracting the card.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the purpose of the Honeywell FSC system? A: The Fail Safe Control (FSC) system is a dedicated, high-integrity logic solver used for Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS). It is typically deployed for Emergency Shutdown (ESD) protocols, Burner Management Systems (BMS), and Fire & Gas (F&G) monitoring loops.

Q: Why is the current consumption dependent on the flat cable type? A: Different cable assemblies (A1 vs. A21/A22) feature varying electrical path lengths, terminations, and internal impedance ratings. The onboard driving transistors scale their signal amplification to match the capacitive loading of the selected line, causing slight shifts in the 5 VDC current draw.

Field Installation Guidelines

Bus Line Seating: When pushing the module into the Eurocard chassis, ensure the rear multi-pin DIN rail connector snaps squarely onto the vertical bus line flat cable without twisting or bending pins.
Ribbon Strain Relief: Use the built-in mechanical strain relief clamps when routing the front ribbon cable up to the top horizontal bus channel. This prevents weight and vibration from pulling on the delicate cable pins.
Thermal Zoning: Maintain unimpeded vertical convection airflow through the card chassis slot lines. Keeping dust and debris clear allows the low-power components to operate reliably without thermal hotspots.