Overview
Configured for analog current output control in the Honeywell distributed control system (DCS), the Honeywell DC-TAOX11 (DC-TAOX11 Analog Output Module) provides direct electrical execution. The module supplies sixteen independently controlled 4-20 mA analog output channels for field actuators and interface devices while supporting calibrated current generation and output readback functions.
Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix
The available documentation identifies DC-TAOX11 as a single catalog model. No official suffix variants or ordering matrix are specified in the provided technical data.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | DC-TAOX11 |
| Brand | Honeywell |
| Product Type | Analog Output Module |
| Origin | USA |
| Manufacturer | Honeywell |
| Dimensions | 29.4 x 12 x 7 cm |
| Weight | 0.38 kg |
| Operating Temp | Not specified |
| Supply Voltage | 24 VDC |
| Power Consumption | 0.46 A |
| Output Type | 4-20 mA Analog Current |
| Output Channels | 16 |
| Output Ripple | < 100 mV peak-to-peak at power line frequency |
| Output Temperature Drift | 0.005% of full scale/deg C |
| Output Readback Accuracy | +/-4% of full scale |
| Output Current Linearity | +/-0.05% of full scale nominal |
| Resolution | +/-0.05% of full scale |
| Calibrated Accuracy | +/-0.35% of full scale at 25 deg C, including linearity |
| Directly Settable Output Range | 0 mA, 2.9 mA to 21.1 mA |
| Maximum Resistive Load | 800 ohms |
| Maximum Output Compliance Voltage | 16 V |
| Maximum Open Circuit Voltage | 22 V |
| Tariff Code | 8537101190 |
| Shipping Location | Xiamen, China |
Channel Isolation and 4-20 mA Loop Characteristics
The DC-TAOX11 is designed for precision analog current transmission using standard 4-20 mA process control loops. Each output channel delivers programmable current suitable for analog control devices operating within the specified compliance voltage and load resistance limits.
The module provides calibrated analog output performance with specified linearity, temperature drift, and output ripple characteristics. Output readback capability allows the control system to monitor commanded channel performance for diagnostic purposes. Proper shielding, grounding, and loop wiring practices should be followed to minimize electrical noise and maintain analog signal integrity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the DC-TAOX11 support voltage outputs?
A: The supplied specifications identify the module as a 4-20 mA analog current output module. No voltage output mode is specified.
Q: What is the maximum load that each analog output can drive?
A: Each output channel supports a maximum resistive load of 800 ohms with a maximum compliance voltage of 16 V.
Q: Is the operating temperature range specified?
A: No. The provided technical documentation does not specify the environmental operating temperature range.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Verify that the module is installed in the designated Honeywell DCS I/O slot before applying system power.
- Confirm that the field device input resistance does not exceed the specified 800 ohm maximum load for each output channel.
- Route analog output wiring separately from high-voltage or high-current conductors to reduce electromagnetic interference.
- Terminate cable shields according to the plant grounding standard to minimize ground loop noise.
- Confirm output loop polarity before energizing field circuits.
- Perform loop calibration and output verification after installation using the system maintenance or commissioning procedures.
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