Product Overview

The Honeywell 51403483-100 (TC-FTEB01) is a Fault Tolerant Ethernet (FTE) Bridge Module for Experion LS / Series A Chassis I/O systems. It provides a redundant and fault-tolerant communication gateway between controllers and I/O subsystems, ensuring continuous data flow and network reliability.

Supporting FTE protocol, this module offers fast failover and high availability, making it essential for mission-critical industrial networks.

Technical Data

System Functions and Experience

The 51403483-100 manages two physical network paths simultaneously, providing uninterrupted data flow even if one path fails. Its rugged design and wide temperature tolerance allow installation in remote or harsh environments. It simplifies troubleshooting and supports seamless system expansion while maintaining high-speed, low-latency communications.

Typical Applications

• Chemical & Pharmaceutical Plants – Redundant communication for batch control

• Oil & Gas Exploration – Ruggedized network for offshore platforms and remote stations

• Power Generation – Linking turbine controllers to HMI with low-latency paths

• Water Treatment Facilities – Plant-wide Ethernet integration for SCADA and monitoring

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How does this differ from a standard Ethernet card?
A1: It provides two specialized ports acting as a single logical FTE connection, offering hardware-level redundancy for process control.

Q2: Can it be hot-swapped?
A2: Yes, it is hot-swappable within the Series A / Experion LS chassis if redundancy is properly configured.

Q3: What do the front-panel LEDs indicate?
A3: They show module health and status of both FTE links. Flashing amber indicates a link loss on one path, signaling a cable or switch issue.

Q4: Is it compatible with Series C hardware?
A4: No, it is designed for Chassis I/O Series A (CIOM-A) with Experion LS or C200/C200E controllers. Consult a technician when upgrading to Series C.