Technical Specifications

The Honeywell FC-RUSIO-3224 delivers outstanding technical performance. Its key parameters ensure stable operation in demanding sites.

Environmental & Power Ratings

• Operating Temperature (Outside): –40°C to +70°C (–40°F to +158°F)

• Operating Temperature (Inside): –40°C to +90°C (–40°F to +194°F)

• Storage Temperature: –40°C to +85°C (–40°F to +185°F)

• Relative Humidity: 10% to 95% (non condensing)

• Pollution Degree: Pollution degree 2 or better

• Supply Voltage: 24 Vdc -15% to +30%

• Supply Current: Max 300mA (without field load)

• Reverse Polarity Protection: Parallel diode (blows the fuse)

Dimensions & Weight

• Dimensions (L x W x H): 7.24 cm x 16.51 cm x 14.5 cm

• Gross Weight: 0.7 kg

• Housing Material: Industrial grade plastic

Digital Input (Channel) Specifications

• Open Voltage: 24 V DC -20% to +30%

• Closed Contact Current: 7 mA ±5% (at 24 V DC)

• Switch Resistor (Single): 1 kOhm ±5% >0.25 W

• Switch Zener (Multiple): 7.5 Volt

• Open Contact Current: <4 mA ±5%

• Short Circuit Detection: Field resistance <500 Ohm ±50%

Digital Output Specifications

• Output Type: 24 V DC solid-state source, short circuit proof

• Maximum Resistive Load: 500 mA

• Maximum Tungsten-Lamp Load: 125mA (3 W)

• Minimum Load: 1 mA

• Maximum Field Capacitance: 1 µF

• Maximum Inductive Load: 10 H

• Voltage Drop: <1.5 V (at 500 mA)

• Off Current: <0.1 mA

Analog Output & Accuracy

• Output Current: 0 to 23 mA

• Field (Loop) Resistance: Max 500 Ohm

• Maximum Field Capacitance: 100 nF

• D-A Conversion: 12 bit

• Inaccuracy: <0.5% of full scale

• Safety-Related Inaccuracy: <1% of full scale

LED Status Indication

• Power LED (Green steady): Power to the module is switched on

• Power LED (Off): Power to the module is switched off

• Status LED (Green steady): Running without hardware fault

• Status LED (Red steady): Running with hardware fault(s)

• Status LED (Green flashing 1 Hz): Idle without hardware fault

• Status LED (Red flashing 1 Hz): Idle with hardware fault(s)

• Status LED (Red flashing 4 Hz): Application / firmware loading

• Status LED (Off): Module has stopped

Key Features & Benefits

The Honeywell FC-RUSIO-3224 offers open loop detection for de-energized universal IO lines. It supports line-monitored digital output channels for safety. The module includes ESD to outputs off delay of 10 ms ±30%. You get a 12-bit D-A conversion with very low inaccuracy. The device works without external cooling in extreme temperatures.

Installation Guide

Follow these steps to install the Honeywell FC-RUSIO-3224 correctly.

1. Mount the module on a DIN rail inside a protected cabinet.

2. Ensure ambient temperature stays between –40°C and +70°C.

3. Use the correct fork terminals: Two pins fork (Weidmuller LPA QB 2) or Four pins fork (Weidmuller LPA QB 4).

4. Connect 24 Vdc power with reverse polarity protection fuse.

5. Wire field devices respecting max 500 mA per output channel.

6. Check LED status after power-up for green steady light.

Package List

• 1 x Honeywell FC-RUSIO-3224 main module

• 1 x Quick start guide

• 2 x Mounting clips for DIN rail

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the maximum operating temperature for the FC-RUSIO-3224?
A1: The FC-RUSIO-3224 works from –40°C up to +70°C outside the module. Inside the module temperature can reach +90°C.

Q2: Can this module handle short circuit conditions?
A2: Yes, the FC-RUSIO-3224 includes short circuit detection for field resistance below 500 Ohm. The outputs are short circuit proof.

Q3: What is the accuracy of analog output on this Honeywell IO device?
A3: The analog output inaccuracy is less than 0.5% of full scale. Safety-related inaccuracy stays under 1% of full scale.

Q4: How do I know if my FC-RUSIO-3224 has a hardware fault?
A4: The status LED shows red steady when a hardware fault occurs. A red flashing 1 Hz means idle with hardware faults.

Q5: What approvals does the Honeywell FC-RUSIO-3224 currently hold?
A5: The device has CE approval. UL and TUV approvals are pending as per manufacturer specifications.x