Honeywell XNX Universal Transmitter: Foundation Fieldbus Technical Manual

Overview

This technical manual provides comprehensive guidance for the Honeywell XNX Universal Transmitter when equipped with the Foundation Fieldbus communication option. It is designed to assist users in the installation, operation, and maintenance of this advanced gas detection system. The manual assumes a foundational understanding of Foundation Fieldbus protocols and host control systems.

Product Description & Capabilities

The XNX Universal Transmitter offers Foundation Fieldbus as one of its key communication protocols. This fully digital, two-way, multi-drop system enables seamless integration with various host control systems, facilitating efficient plant-wide communication and distributed control. It is utilized in process control and monitoring applications, commonly found in industries such as oil refineries, chemical plants, and paper mills, where it helps regulate continuous processes like flow, temperature, and tank levels.

Foundation Fieldbus simplifies wiring by allowing multiple devices to connect via a single set of wires, overcoming limitations of traditional proprietary networks by providing a standardized approach for connecting systems and devices.