Honeywell FC-USI-0002 Universal Safety Interface Module

The Honeywell FC-USI-0002 is a Universal Safety Interface (USI) module designed for the Honeywell Safety Manager safety instrumented system (SIS) platform. As a dedicated communication interface module, it provides secure, high-integrity data exchange between the safety controller, engineering tools, supervisory systems, and external automation networks.

The FC-USI-0002 acts as the critical "diplomat" between the Safety Manager's Quad Processor Pack (QPP)—which executes safety logic—and the outside world. It handles communication tasks while maintaining separation between safety execution functions and external communication paths, protecting safety-related processing from non-safety activities.

  • Item No :

    FC-USI-0002
  • Order(MOQ) :

    1
  • Payment :

    EXW
  • Product Origin :

    USA
  • Shipping Port :

    Wuhan, Hubei, China
  • Lead Time :

    3-5 days
  • Weight :

    1kg
  • PRODUCT INFORMATION

    Honeywell FC-USI-0002 Universal Safety Interface Module

    SIL 3 Certified Communication Interface for Safety Manager Systems

    Brand Name: Honeywell

    Product Name: FC-USI-0002

    Condition: 100% New and Original

    Lead Time: 3-5 Days

    Warranty: 1Year

     

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     Key Features & Benefits

    • SIL 3 Certified Communication: Meets IEC 61508/61511 Safety Integrity Level 3 requirements for use in Emergency Shutdown (ESD), Fire & Gas (F&G), and Burner Management Systems

    • Dedicated Communication Processing: Uses a Motorola 8260 communications processor with 8MB Flash and 8MB Local SRAM (with error detection and correction), offloading communication tasks from the QPP controller

    • Shared Memory Architecture: 256KB Shared RAM enables high-speed data exchange between the USI module and QPP control processors, ensuring deterministic communication performance

    • Multi-Protocol Communication: Provides 4 independent communication channels including dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet and two general-purpose serial channels for flexible system integration

    • Hardware-Level Isolation: Acts as a security barrier with 2.5kV DC isolation between the 5V logic and Ethernet, and 1.5kV DC isolation between the Ethernet and chassis, preventing external electrical faults from compromising safety functions

    • Hot-Swap Capable: Supports online module replacement in redundant QPP configurations without system shutdown, minimizing maintenance downtime

    • Comprehensive Diagnostics: Real-time hardware self-testing including processor register checks, RAM verification, and software integrity monitoring; if an error is detected, the module interrupts the QPP to trigger a safe state

    • Lifecycle Replacement Support: The FE-USI-0002 serves as a pin-to-pin and functionally compatible successor under supported Safety Manager software releases

    Technical Specifications

     
     
    Category Specification
    Manufacturer Honeywell
    Model Number FC-USI-0002
    Alternate Designations USI-0002, FE-USI-0002 (successor), FX-USI-0002 (DCS-side variant)
    Product Type Universal Safety Interface Module
    System Platform Honeywell Safety Manager / FSC / Experion PKS SIS Integration
    Safety Integrity Level SIL 3 (IEC 61508/61511)

    Processor & Memory

     
     
    Parameter Specification
    Processor Motorola 8260 Communication Processor
    Flash Memory 8 MB (System + Application Storage)
    Local SRAM 8 MB (with Error Detection and Correction)
    Shared RAM 256 KB (Data Exchange with QPP)
    EEPROM Stores Module-Specific Data (MAC addresses, hardware version)

    Communication Interfaces

     
     
    Parameter Specification
    Ethernet Channels 2x 10/100 Mbps (Dual-Speed Fast Ethernet Transceivers)
    Serial Channels 2x General-Purpose Serial Communication Controllers
    Connector Types Ethernet: RJ45; Serial: 10-pin AMP Connector
    Supported Protocols Safety Manager Bus, Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, ASCII, OPC, Honeywell SDP

    Power Supply

     
     
    Parameter Specification
    Supply Voltage 5V DC ±5%
    Maximum Current 1.2A
    5V to Ethernet Isolation ≥ 2.5 kV DC
    5V to Chassis Isolation ≥ 1.5 kV DC
    Ethernet to Chassis Isolation ≥ 1.5 kV DC

    Environmental Specifications

     
     
    Parameter Specification
    Operating Temperature -5°C to +70°C
    Storage Temperature -40°C to +85°C
    Relative Humidity 10 to 95%, Non-Condensing
    Protection Rating IP20 (Cabinet Installation)
    Dimensions 21.2 cm x 17.6 cm x 3.52 cm
    Weight Approx. 0.7 kg (Shipping Weight approx. 2.0 kg)
    Certifications CE, TÜV, UL, CSA, FM

     

    Applications

    The FC-USI-0002 is widely deployed across industries requiring SIL 3-certified safety communication:

     
     
    Industry Application
    Oil & Gas Emergency Shutdown (ESD) integration between Safety Manager and Experion PKS for refinery and pipeline control systems
    Chemical Processing SIS-DCS integration for continuous chemical reactions; F&G detection system communication
    Power Generation Burner Management System (BMS) safety data exchange; turbine protection system integration
    Pharmaceutical Safety system communication for batch process control and cleanroom monitoring
    Marine & Offshore Platform safety and fire protection system communication

    Important Replacement & Compatibility Notes

    Successor Information

    • The FC-USI-0002 has been superseded by the FE-USI-0002, which offers pin-to-pin and functional compatibility.

    • The FX-USI-0002 is a DCS-side variant that may be confused with the Safety Manager version—verify your application carefully before ordering.

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