Description
The Honeywell FX-USI-0002 is a Universal Safety Interface (USI) module developed for the Honeywell Safety Manager platform. This high-integrity system component functions within Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) to execute critical logic for Emergency Shutdown (ESD), Burner Management Systems (BMS), and Fire and Gas (F&G) detection. The module establishes a deterministic communication link between the central safety processor (Quadruple Processor Pack / QPP), I/O subsystems, and external supervisory systems, maintaining the processing speed required for fault-tolerant operation.
Commercial Availability & Logistics
- Condition: New Original (Factory Sealed / New Surplus) or Refurbished (Fully Tested)
- Availability: In Stock
- Estimated Lead Time: 1 to 2 business days for standard global dispatch
- Warranty: 12-month comprehensive technical warranty
- Pricing Note: Pricing fluctuates based on current market availability and factory certificate status. Contact our technical procurement team for a firm, written quote.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Manufacturer | Honeywell |
| Model Number | FX-USI-0002 |
| Version Reference | CC V1.0 (MMEM, CC, EUCN) |
| Platform Compatibility | Honeywell Safety Manager |
| Operating Voltage | 5 V DC |
| Current Consumption | 1.2 A (maximum) |
| Safety Integrity Level | SIL 3 certified (per IEC 61508 / IEC 61511) |
| Module Dimensions | 21.2 cm × 17.6 cm × 3.52 cm |
| Net Weight | 0.70 kg |
| Form Factor | Chassis-mounted, high-density safety module |
| Operating Temperature | Up to +70 °C maximum |
| Certifications | E168320, CE, ATEX Zone 2 / Class I Div 2 |
Engineering Insights & Migration Strategies
- Firmware Constraints: The FX-USI-0002 module enforces strict software version prerequisites. It functions only with Honeywell Safety Manager software releases R140.1 and higher. Do not deploy this module into racks where the existing Quadruple Processor Pack (QPP) runs firmware older than R140.1, as this incompatibility can create startup initialization failures or reporting noise on the Enhanced Universal Control Network (EUCN).
- Backward Compatibility & Hot-Swapping: This unit serves as the official, direct hardware replacement for the obsolete legacy modules FE-USI-0002, FC-USI-0002, and FC-USI-0001. In a properly configured, redundant Safety Manager chassis, you can perform an online, live swap to replace a faulty legacy card with an FX-USI-0002 without dropping the safety loop or disrupting process execution.
- Enhanced Features Note: When utilized strictly as a replacement for an older FC-USI-0001 module, the advanced communication diagnostics and extended memory handling native to the FX-USI-0002 remain inactive. Unlocking these enhanced functional capabilities requires a system-wide configuration update through Safety Manager software release R151.1 or higher.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: Can I mix an older FE-USI-0002 and a newer FX-USI-0002 together inside a redundant Safety Manager controller?
- A: Yes. The FX-USI-0002 is fully pin-to-pin and function-compatible. It will actively synchronize and operate in a redundant pair alongside an existing FE-USI-0002 card, provided the system software meets the baseline R140.1 revision requirement.
- Q: How does the system handle this module change in the engineering software configuration?
- A: In the Total Plant Configurator (TPC) or Safety Manager engineering tool, the older FE-USI-0002 entry is disabled and automatically mapped to the FX-USI-0002. For full parameter validation, verify the final configuration checksum against your original safety requirement specifications before downloading changes to the active safety controller.
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- A: In the Total Plant Configurator (TPC) or Safety Manager engineering tool, the older FE-USI-0002 entry is disabled and automatically mapped to the FX-USI-0002. For full parameter validation, verify the final configuration checksum against your original safety requirement specifications before downloading changes to the active safety controller.




