Overview

The Honeywell MU-KFTA15 (Part No. 51201420-015) is a PLC Field Termination Assembly (FTA) Cable designed for Honeywell Experion PKS and TPS distributed control systems. It provides secure and reliable connectivity between PLC I/O modules and field termination assemblies, ensuring stable signal transmission and simplified installation. The cable features industrial-grade insulation and EMI/RFI shielding, making it suitable for mission-critical environments where electrical reliability is essential.

Additionally, the MU-KFTA15 reduces wiring complexity and supports modular expansion, allowing operators to streamline system integration and maintenance. It is widely adopted in industries where dependable communication between controllers and field devices is required.

Technical Data

Typical Applications

• Oil & Gas: Extending PLC connectivity to field devices in wellhead and compressor systems.

• Petrochemicals: Providing reliable cabling for process control loops in refineries.

• Power Generation: Linking turbine and boiler control modules to termination assemblies.

• Chemical Manufacturing: Ensuring secure signal transmission for dosing pumps, sensors, and actuators.

• Industrial Automation: Serving as a standard PLC extension cable in Honeywell Experion PKS environments.

The MU-KFTA15 is frequently deployed in redundant configurations where continuous uptime and diagnostic visibility are critical.

FAQ

Q1: What is the primary function of the MU-KFTA15?
A1: It connects Honeywell PLC modules to field termination assemblies for reliable signal transmission.

Q2: What is the cable length?
A2: The MU-KFTA15 is approximately 15 ft (4.5 m) long.

Q3: Is the cable shielded?
A3: Yes, it includes EMI/RFI shielding for noise-free communication.

Q4: What types of signals does it support?
A4: It supports both analog and digital I/O signals.

Q5: What industries typically use the MU-KFTA15?
A5: It is widely used in oil and gas, petrochemicals, power generation, and chemical manufacturing.