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Honeywell CC-PCNT02 Experion C300 Controller

  • Model: CC-PCNT02 (cross-ref 51454551-275)
  • Brand: Honeywell
  • Series: Experion PKS, C300 Controller platform
  • Core Function: Main control processor for the C300 controller — executes control strategies, manages I/O Link comms
  • Product Type: Controller Module (CPU)
  • Key Specs: Replaces CC-PCNT01, supports EIM/Profit Controller extended functionality, dual I/O Link interfaces
  • ⚠️ Verify firmware image (20ms / 50ms_EHB / 50ms_Extended) matches your project before ordering
  • Condition: New Original / New Surplus (tested)
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Description

Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Value
Input/Output Model CC-PCNT02 — C300 Controller Module
Matching IOTA CC-TCNT01
Role Replaces CC-PCNT01 for new installs and field replacements
Extended Functionality Required for EIM (EtherNet/IP) and Profit Controller integration — CC-PCNT02 only
I/O Link Interfaces 2, redundant
I/O Link Types Supported PMIO Link (375 Kbaud) or Series C IO Link (750 Kbaud) — one per link
Supported CEE Modes 50 ms CEE, 20 ms CEE (20 ms limited to Honeywell Turbine Control Solution use)
Device Index Range 1–510
Max I/O Units per C300 (50 ms) 64 mixed I/O types, or 80 if using PM IOPs/Series C IOMs only
Max I/O Units per I/O Link 40
Redundancy Supported — 2 IOTAs, odd/even Device Index pairing
Control Processing Switchover Time 500 ms (50 ms CEE); 200 ms (20 ms CEE)
Redundancy Cable Ethernet STP, 36/48/60/84 in lengths
Time Sync SNTP, PTPv2
Total CEE User Memory 14,852 MU (1 MU = 1 KB)
Max Tagged Blocks per CEE 4,095
Network Connection FTE only, via Control Firewall (CF9)

 

Product Introduction

The Honeywell CC-PCNT02 is the current controller module for the Experion PKS C300 — the CPU that executes control strategies, runs dual redundant I/O Link interfaces, and handles peer and display communications. Honeywell now ships CC-PCNT02 as the standard replacement for CC-PCNT01 on both new builds and field swaps.

It’s the version required for extended functionality: EtherNet/IP integration through an EIM and Profit Controller blocks run only on CC-PCNT02, not the earlier CC-PCNT01. Confirm your project’s firmware image (50ms_EHB vs. 50ms_Extended) matches the functionality you need before commissioning.

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Troubleshooting Quick Reference

Symptom Possible Cause Relevance to This Part Quick Check Method Recommendation
No status LED / controller won’t boot IOTA/rack power loss ❌ Low Measure 24 VDC bus at CC-TCNT01 IOTA terminals Check power supply before replacing the module
Controller loads but EIM/Profit Controller blocks fail to assign Wrong firmware image (running as CC-PCNT01 mode) ✅ High Check loaded firmware image in Control Builder (20ms / 50ms_EHB / 50ms_Extended) Load the extended-functionality firmware image — not a hardware fault
Redundant switchover takes longer than 500 ms Dual I/O Link failure or redundancy cable fault ✅ Medium Check redundancy cable connection and I/O Link status on both partners Verify cable length/seating before condemning either module
One I/O Link shows no communication I/O Link type mismatch (PMIO vs. Series C IO) or cable fault ❌ Low Confirm I/O Link baud rate setting matches the connected IOTA type Correct link configuration — usually not a controller fault
Controller runs but display data updates lag Communication load exceeds PPS/PPM capacity limits ❌ Low Compare current parameter/display load against C300 capacity limits Reduce subscription load or redistribute points — not a defect
Controller fails to complete initial sync with partner Sync window exceeded (240-second spec) ✅ Medium Check sync status and timestamps in Control Builder Investigate network latency/FTE health before replacing hardware

If the fault persists after ruling out firmware image and network configuration, send the controller diagnostic log and firmware version readout to support for faster root-cause turnaround.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is the CC-PCNT02 hot-swappable in a redundant pair?
Yes, that’s the point of C300 redundancy — pull the failed partner while its mate keeps control running, then insert the replacement. Just don’t do this on a non-redundant, single-controller configuration; that’s a full process interruption.

Do I need CC- specifically, or will CC-PCNT01 work?
Depends on what you’re running. If your project uses EIM (EtherNet/IP) or Profit Controller blocks, you need CC- with the extended-functionality firmware image — CC-PCNT01 doesn’t support those. For a standard control-only replacement, CC- units may still be compatible, but Honeywell now ships CC- for all new orders and field replacements regardless.

Will replacing this module wipe my control strategy?
No — control strategy configuration lives in the Experion Control Builder database (ERDB), not on the controller hardware. Swap the module, reload/checkpoint-restore, and the controller picks up its configuration.

Does this module retain my process values across a swap?
On a non-redundant swap, no — you’ll take a control interruption while the replacement loads and initializes. On a redundant pair, switchover to the surviving partner keeps control running while you swap the failed unit; expect the spec’d switchover interruption (200–500 ms depending on CEE speed).

Why is this listed cheaper than a factory-direct quote?
This is a New Surplus/New Original unit — factory-sealed, serial-verified, never installed — sourced outside Honeywell’s direct sales channel. You skip the OEM markup and lead time; our test report and warranty terms stand in for a factory warranty.

What’s actually tested before this ships?
Power-on self-test and boot sequence verification, I/O Link communication handshake on both channels, firmware image confirmation, and a documented burn-in run. Test report and photos available on request.

Can I mix CC- and CC- in the same redundant pair?
Don’t. Redundant partners should match model and firmware image — mismatched controllers in a redundant pair is asking for a switchover that doesn’t behave the way you expect. Verify both units before commissioning a redundant configuration.