Honeywell 51401560-100 | Relegendable Function Key Panel with 79 Keys for DCS Consoles

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Model Honeywell 51401560-100

Product Overview

The Honeywell 51401560-100 is a specialized QWERTY membrane keyboard section engineered for the Universal Station operator consoles within Honeywell TDC 2000 and TDC 3000 Distributed Control Systems. Functioning as the primary human-machine interface component, the Honeywell 51401560-100 provides operators with tactile and reliable access to process control functions, alarm management, and system navigation within legacy Honeywell DCS environments. This membrane keyboard is not a standalone device; it serves as the input surface that must be combined with a compatible keyboard interface board to form a complete, operational keyboard assembly for Universal Station consoles.

The Honeywell 51401560-100 is built around the RFKB (Relegendable Function Key Panel) architecture, featuring 79 user-relegendable function keys that can be customized to reflect specific process functions, alarm priorities, or operator-defined shortcuts. This relegendable design enables facilities to adapt the keyboard layout to their unique operational requirements without replacing the entire input panel. A dedicated LED test key provides quick diagnostic verification of keyboard functionality, allowing maintenance personnel to confirm proper operation during routine checks or troubleshooting procedures.

As a core component of the Universal Station interface, the Honeywell 51401560-100 represents a mature, field-proven solution within Honeywell’s legacy control system portfolio. While newer Honeywell platforms have introduced different operator interface technologies, the Honeywell 51401560-100 remains essential for maintaining operational continuity in the substantial installed base of TDC 2000 and TDC 3000 systems deployed across refineries, chemical plants, power generation facilities, and other continuous process industries worldwide.

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Technical Specifications

Parameter Name	Parameter Value
Product Model	51401560-100
Manufacturer	Honeywell
Product Type	QWERTY Membrane Keyboard Section (RFKB Panel)
System Platform	Honeywell TDC 2000 / TDC 3000 Universal Stations
Keyboard Layout	QWERTY with integrated function keys
Function Keys	79 relegendable keys + 1 LED test key
Panel Type	RFKB (Relegendable Function Key Panel)
Required Interface Boards	51401570-100 (Low Power ABCDE/QWERTY), 51401952-100 (Z Furniture), 51401952-200 (Classic Furniture)
Material	Industrial-grade membrane construction
Weight (Approx.)	890 g
Operating Temperature	0°C to +50°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to +70°C
Alternate Part Numbers	51401560100
Country of Origin	USA
Warranty	Minimum one-year replacement policy

Main Features and Advantages

Relegendable Function Key Architecture: The Honeywell 51401560-100 incorporates 79 relegendable function keys, allowing operators and system engineers to customize each key’s label to match specific process functions, alarm conditions, or operational sequences. This flexibility eliminates the need for multiple keyboard variants and enables facilities to adapt the interface to their unique control philosophy without hardware replacement.

Alarmable Function Key Capability: Beyond simple input functions, the Honeywell 51401560-100 supports alarmable function keys that can be configured to trigger alarms or system notifications directly from the keyboard interface. This integration between input hardware and alarm management streamlines operator response during abnormal situations, reducing the time required to acknowledge and address process deviations.

Integrated LED Diagnostic Test Key: A dedicated LED test key on the Honeywell 51401560-100 provides immediate visual verification of keyboard functionality. Maintenance personnel can press this key to confirm proper operation of the membrane panel and its connection to the interface board, simplifying troubleshooting and reducing downtime associated with keyboard-related faults.

Modular Interface Compatibility: The Honeywell 51401560-100 is designed as a modular component that pairs with one of several keyboard interface boards depending on the furniture type and system configuration. This modular approach allows facilities to stock a single membrane panel while accommodating different console furniture types (classic or Z furniture) and power configurations through the appropriate interface board selection.

Durable Membrane Construction: Engineered for continuous operation in industrial control rooms, the Honeywell 51401560-100 membrane surface resists dust, dirt, and incidental liquid exposure. The membrane construction ensures reliable keystroke registration over extended service life, maintaining consistent tactile feedback for operators performing high-frequency input tasks during normal operations and emergency conditions.