Honeywell TC-PCIC01 PCI ControlNet Interface Card | Replacement, Equivalent & Selection Guide
The Honeywell TC-PCIC01 is a PCI-bus ControlNet Interface Card designed for use with Honeywell’s Experion PKS and TotalPlant Solution (TPS) DCS platforms. It enables high-speed, deterministic communication between a host PC workstation and a ControlNet network, supporting both redundant and non-redundant topologies. At Konmask.com, we supply genuine and compatible TC-PCIC01 units with full traceability for industrial automation engineers worldwide.
Technical Specifications
- Part Number: TC-PCIC01
- Manufacturer: Honeywell Process Solutions
- Series: Experion PKS / TotalPlant Solution (TPS)
- Form Factor: PCI Bus Card (half-length)
- Network Protocol: ControlNet (IEEE 802.4 / ANSI/ISA-S72.01)
- Data Rate: 5 Mbps
- Connector: BNC (coaxial), dual-port for redundant media
- Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 60 °C
- Power Supply: 5 V DC via PCI slot
- OS Compatibility: Windows XP / Windows 7 (32-bit) with Honeywell driver stack
- Weight: 160 g
- Country of Origin: USA
Compatible Replacement & Equivalent Models
If the TC-PCIC01 is discontinued or unavailable, the following models may serve as functional replacements depending on your system configuration. Always verify firmware and driver compatibility before substitution.
- TC-PCIC02 – Upgraded revision of TC-PCIC01; direct drop-in replacement in most Experion PKS environments
- Allen-Bradley 1784-PCIC – Rockwell Automation PCI ControlNet card; compatible at the ControlNet protocol layer but requires different driver stack and host software
- Allen-Bradley 1784-PKTCS – PCI ControlNet scanner; suitable for cross-vendor ControlNet segments with appropriate configuration
- Woodhead / Molex SST-CN-PCI – Third-party PCI ControlNet interface; widely used as a cost-effective alternative in non-safety-critical applications
- HMS Anybus-X ControlNet – Gateway-based alternative for systems requiring protocol bridging
Note: Konmask.com recommends consulting your system integrator before substituting any DCS communication card. Contact us for a compatibility assessment.
Why Choose the Original TC-PCIC01
- Native Honeywell Integration: Fully validated with Experion PKS R400–R500 and TPS environments; no driver workarounds required
- Deterministic ControlNet Performance: Guarantees scheduled data delivery critical for process control loops
- Redundant Media Support: Dual BNC ports allow coaxial cable redundancy, maximizing uptime in continuous-process plants
- Long Field Life: Designed for 24/7 industrial operation in harsh electrical environments
- Regulatory Traceability: Genuine units supplied with documentation suitable for FDA, SIL, and ISO audit trails
Typical Applications
- Honeywell Experion PKS workstation ControlNet connectivity
- TotalPlant Solution (TPS) operator station network interface
- Refinery and petrochemical DCS communication backbone
- Power generation plant control network integration
- Pharmaceutical batch control systems (21 CFR Part 11 environments)
- Pulp & paper and mining process automation
System Compatibility
- DCS Platforms: Honeywell Experion PKS (R400, R410, R430, R500), TotalPlant Solution (TPS), PlantScape
- Network: ControlNet (coaxial RG-6 or RG-11 cable plant)
- Host OS: Windows XP SP3 (32-bit), Windows 7 (32-bit) with Honeywell CNI driver
- PCI Slot: Standard 32-bit / 33 MHz PCI; compatible with most industrial workstations and servers
- Not Compatible With: PCIe slots (adapter required), Linux hosts without third-party driver
Selection Guide
Use the table below to determine the correct ControlNet interface card for your application:
- Honeywell Experion PKS, native integration required → TC-PCIC01 (this model) or TC-PCIC02
- Rockwell ControlLogix / CompactLogix network → Allen-Bradley 1784-PCIC or 1784-PKTCS
- Mixed-vendor ControlNet segment, budget-sensitive → SST-CN-PCI (Woodhead/Molex)
- Protocol bridging to EtherNet/IP or PROFIBUS → HMS Anybus-X ControlNet gateway
- PCIe-only workstation → Contact Konmask.com for PCI-to-PCIe adapter solutions
Quality Assurance & Sourcing
- All TC-PCIC01 units sourced from authorized distributors or verified surplus channels
- Each unit undergoes visual inspection, functional power-on test, and firmware version verification before shipment
- Packaging includes anti-static protection and shock-absorbing foam
- Certificate of conformance and test report available upon request
- 12-month warranty on all units supplied by Konmask.com
How to Order
- SKU: TC-PCIC01
- Lead Time: In-stock units ship within 1–3 business days; sourced units 5–15 business days
- MOQ: 1 unit
- Payment: T/T, PayPal, credit card, and trade assurance accepted
- Shipping: DHL / FedEx / UPS worldwide; sea freight available for bulk orders
- Add to cart directly, or contact support@konmask.com for a formal quotation
Replacement & Compatibility FAQ
Q: Is TC-PCIC02 a direct replacement for TC-PCIC01?
A: In most Experion PKS environments, yes. TC-PCIC02 is the revised version with the same form factor and driver compatibility. Verify your Experion release notes for any firmware delta.
Q: Can I use an Allen-Bradley 1784-PCIC on a Honeywell ControlNet segment?
A: At the physical ControlNet layer, yes. However, Honeywell’s CNI driver stack will not recognize the AB card. A third-party driver (e.g., SST or Kepware) is required, and this configuration is not supported by Honeywell.
Q: My workstation only has PCIe slots. Can I still use TC-PCIC01?
A: Yes, with a passive PCI-to-PCIe riser adapter. Contact us to confirm compatibility with your specific workstation model.
Q: Do you supply refurbished units?
A: We supply both new-surplus and refurbished units. All refurbished units are clearly labeled and carry the same 12-month warranty.
Q: Can Konmask.com provide a test report?
A: Yes. A functional test report and certificate of conformance are available upon request at no additional charge.
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