Product Overview
The Honeywell 8C-TAIM01 51306999-175 is a high-performance analog input module designed for the Honeywell Experion PKS and PlantCruise by Experion distributed control systems, functioning as an Input/Output Termination Assembly (IOTA) within the Series 8 I/O family. As a critical field interface component for the C300 controller architecture, the Honeywell 8C-TAIM01 51306999-175 serves as the termination and signal conditioning point for low-level analog signals, accepting inputs from thermocouples, RTDs, millivolt sources, and standard 4-20 mA transmitters. The “8C” prefix designates the G3 conformal coating variant, providing enhanced protection against corrosive atmospheres, moisture, and dust in demanding process environments.
The Honeywell 8C-TAIM01 51306999-175 operates in conjunction with the 8C-PAIM01 LLMUX I/O Module, forming a complete low-level analog input channel that supports up to 64 fully isolated input points when configured with appropriate Field Termination Assemblies (FTAs) such as the MC-TAMT04 and MC-TAMR04. This architecture enables the Honeywell 8C-TAIM01 51306999-175 to serve as a universal temperature and low-level signal interface for the most demanding process monitoring applications, including thermocouple types J, K, T, E, S, R, and B, as well as RTDs including Pt100, Ni120, and Cu10 in 2-, 3-, or 4-wire configurations.
With full channel-to-channel isolation rated at 2500 VAC, the Honeywell 8C-TAIM01 51306999-175 eliminates ground loop interference and prevents fault propagation between measurement circuits, ensuring that a single compromised field loop cannot degrade the accuracy of adjacent channels. The module supports remote cold junction compensation (CJC) for accurate thermocouple readings and open thermocouple detection (OTD) for sensor fault identification, making the Honeywell 8C-TAIM01 51306999-175 a foundational component of high-integrity temperature monitoring strategies in power generation, oil and gas, and chemical processing facilities.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | Honeywell 8C-TAIM01 51306999-175 |
| Manufacturer | Honeywell International Inc. |
| Product Type | Low-Level Analog Input IOTA (Termination Assembly) |
| Product Series | Honeywell Series 8 I/O / Experion PKS |
| Compatible System | Experion PKS, PlantCruise by Experion, C300 Controller, ControlEdge PLC |
| Compatible IOP Module | 8C-PAIM01 (LLMUX IOP, coated version); 8U-PAIM01 (uncoated) |
| Compatible FTA Modules | MC-TAMT04, MC-TAMR04 (16 channels each) |
| Maximum Input Channels | 64 fully isolated (in 16-channel increments) |
| Supported Signal Types | Thermocouples (J, K, T, E, S, R, B), RTDs (Pt100, Ni120, Cu10), 4-20 mA, mV |
| Thermocouple Input Range | -20 to +100 mV |
| Input Scan Rate | 1 second (fixed by IOM) |
| Resolution | 16-bit A/D conversion |
| Measurement Accuracy | ±0.1% of full scale (typical) |
| Isolation | Channel-to-channel and channel-to-system, 2500 VAC |
| Common Mode Rejection Ratio | >100 dB @ 50/60 Hz |
| Cold Junction Compensation | -20°C to +60°C (±0.5°C typical) |
| Open Thermocouple Detection | ≤1000 Ω no-trip; ≥1500 Ω guaranteed trip |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC nominal (via Series 8 backplane/header board) |
| Current Consumption | Approximately 120 mA at full load |
| Power Dissipation | ≤2.5 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +60°C (cabinet interior) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing |
| Protection | Conformal Coated (G3, “8C” prefix variant) |
| Mounting | Vertical on IOTA base, Series 8 I/O rack |
| Hot Swap | Supported (RIUP – Remove and Insert Under Power) |
| Dimensions | Approximately 50 × 210 × 120 mm |
| Weight | Approximately 0.55–0.56 kg |
| Certifications | CE, UL, CSA, TUV, ATEX, IECEx, Class I Div 2 / Zone 2 |
| Lifecycle Status | Legacy (migration to newer Series 8 variants recommended) |
