Introduction to HONEWELL HCIX15-TE-FA-NC
1. Product Description
HONEWELL HCIX15-TE-FA-NC is a temperature transmitter designed for industrial process monitoring. It converts temperature signals from thermocouples or RTDs (Resistance Temperature Detectors) into standardized 4-20mA analog outputs, enabling seamless integration with control systems like Honeywell’s Experion PKS.
Built with rugged materials, it performs reliably in harsh industrial environments, resisting vibration, moisture, and electromagnetic interference. Its compact design allows easy installation in tight spaces, making it suitable for chemical plants, refineries, and manufacturing facilities where precise temperature monitoring is critical.
2. Product Technical Parameters
- Power Supply: 12-30V DC, with reverse polarity protection to prevent damage from incorrect wiring.
- Input Types: Compatible with thermocouples (e.g., J, K, T, E) and RTDs (Pt100, Ni100), covering a wide temperature range.
- Output Signal: 4-20mA analog output, proportional to the measured temperature, for easy integration with control systems.
- Temperature Range:
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- Thermocouple: -200°C to +1800°C (depending on type).
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- RTD: -200°C to +600°C (Pt100).
- Accuracy: ±0.1% of span, ensuring precise temperature measurement for critical processes.
- Response Time: <0.5 seconds (for 63% step change), enabling real-time temperature monitoring.
- Environmental Rating: IP65 protection, resistant to dust and water jets, suitable for outdoor or wet industrial areas.
- Mounting: Threaded (1/2″NPT) or flange mounting options for flexible installation in pipes or tanks.
- Weight: Approximately 200 grams, lightweight for easy handling.
3. Usage Method
- Pre-installation Check: Inspect the transmitter for physical damage. Verify compatibility with the connected thermocouple/RTD and ensure the power supply matches 12-30V DC.
- Mounting: Install via threaded connection to pipes or flange mounting on tanks, ensuring the sensor probe is in direct contact with the measured medium.
- Wiring:
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- Connect the thermocouple/RTD to the input terminals, following polarity markings for thermocouples.
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- Link the 12-30V DC power supply to the power terminals, and connect the 4-20mA output to the control system.
- Calibration: Use a calibration tool to set the temperature range and output scaling, ensuring the 4mA and 20mA points correspond to the minimum and maximum measured temperatures.
- Testing: Power on the system and verify the output signal using a multimeter. Check that temperature changes are accurately reflected in the 4-20mA output.
4. System Introduction
In industrial control systems, HCIX15-TE-FA-NC acts as a critical link between temperature sensors and the central controller, ensuring reliable temperature data for process optimization.
- Signal Conversion: It transforms weak temperature signals from thermocouples/RTDs into robust 4-20mA outputs, minimizing signal loss over long distances and reducing interference.
- Process Control Integration: The standardized 4-20mA output connects seamlessly to Honeywell’s control systems, allowing operators to monitor temperatures in real time and trigger alarms or adjustments if values exceed set limits.
Common applications include monitoring reactor temperatures in chemical plants, tracking pipeline temperatures in refineries, and controlling oven temperatures in manufacturing. Its accuracy and reliability help maintain stable industrial processes, reducing waste and ensuring product quality.
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