Honeywell CC-PAOH01 | High-Level 4-20mA HART Analog Output I/O Module for Experion PKS

  • Model: CC-PAOH01
  • Brand: Honeywell
  • Series: Experion PKS Series C I/O
  • Core Function: Provides 16 channels of high-level 4-20mA analog output signals with HART communication capability for field actuators and control devices.
  • Product Type: Analog Output Module (AO-HART)
  • Key Specs:
    • 16-channel analog output
    • 4-20mA current output
    • HART communication support
    • Optional redundant I/O architecture
    • Supports Experion Series C I/O systems
Category: SKU: Honeywell CC-PAOH01

Description

Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Value
Product Model CC-PAOH01
Manufacturer Honeywell
Product Family Experion PKS Series C I/O
Product Type High-Level Analog Output Module with HART
Output Channels 16 channels
Output Signal 4-20mA
HART Communication Supported
Output Range 0 mA, 2.9 mA to 21.1 mA configurable
Output Accuracy ±0.35% of full scale at 25°C
Output Linearity ±0.05% of full scale nominal
Resolution ±0.05% of full scale
Output Readback Accuracy ±4% of full scale
Maximum Load Resistance 800 Ω
Output Ripple <100 mV peak-to-peak at 250 Ω load
Temperature Drift 0.005% of full scale/°C
Response Time ≤80 ms within 1% of final value
Power Supply 24 VDC system supply
Redundancy Supported with compatible IOTA
Compatible IOTA CC-TAOX01, CC-TAOX11, CC-GAOX11, CC-GAOX21
Mounting Experion Series C I/O carrier system

 

Product Introduction

 

Honeywell CC-PAOH01 Product Introduction

Honeywell CC-PAOH01 is a Series C I/O analog output module designed for the Experion PKS distributed control system. It provides 16 channels of high-level 4-20mA output signals used for controlling valves, actuators, positioners, and other process devices. HART communication allows additional device information exchange beyond the standard analog signal.

The value of Honeywell CC-PAOH01 is maintaining existing Experion installations where field output wiring and control strategies are already established. The module supports output diagnostics, channel-level failure behavior configuration, and optional redundancy. Confirm IOTA selection and system configuration before installation.

CC-PAOH01

Application Scenarios & Field Pitfalls (The Engineer’s Perspective)

 

Engineering Pain Point

A refinery control loop suddenly fails to position a control valve correctly. The controller output command changes normally, but the valve position does not respond. The troubleshooting path often moves from the controller logic to the analog output layer.

Analog output modules sit between the DCS control strategy and the physical process. A wiring issue, incorrect IOTA selection, or output channel failure can stop a process loop even when the controller is healthy.

 

Typical Applications

  • Oil & Gas – 4-20mA output control for control valves, pressure regulators, compressor systems, and flow control loops.
  • Chemical Processing – Reactor feed control, dosing systems, temperature control valves, and process regulation.
  • Power Generation – Boiler control valves, auxiliary equipment regulation, and fuel management systems.
  • Water Treatment – Pump speed references, chemical dosing control, and flow regulation systems.

 

Technical Pitfalls to Avoid

  1. Verify the IOTA Model Before Installation
    The CC-PAOH01 module requires a compatible IOTA assembly. Incorrect IOTA selection can prevent proper field wiring connection or redundancy operation.
  2. Check HART Device Requirements
    HART-enabled actuators and positioners require correct loop resistance, wiring, and device configuration. A healthy analog output channel does not guarantee successful HART communication.
  3. Review FAILOPT Settings
    The module supports configurable failure behavior, including holding the last output value or moving to a safe value. Verify the configured behavior before returning a safety-related loop to service.

 

Related Products

  • Honeywell CC-PAOX01
    Non-HART analog output module in the same Series C family. Used for standard 4-20mA output loops where device communication is not required.
  • Honeywell CC-PAOH51
    Alternative HART analog output module variant. It has different HART communication capability limits and should not be treated as a direct replacement without system verification.
  • Honeywell CC-PAON01
    Non-HART analog output module designed for conventional actuator and recorder applications.
  • Honeywell CC-TAOX01
    Non-redundant IOTA assembly for CC-PAOH01 and related analog output modules.
  • Honeywell CC-TAOX11
    Redundant IOTA assembly supporting redundant analog output configurations.
  • Honeywell C300 Controller
    Experion PKS controller platform commonly used with Series C I/O modules.
  • Honeywell CC-SCMB01
    Series C system communication hardware used within Experion PKS architectures.
  • Honeywell Experion PKS Series C I/O System
    Modular process control I/O platform supporting analog input, analog output, digital I/O, and universal I/O modules.