{"product_id":"honeywell-experion-pks-8c-paona2-analog-output-module-non-hart","title":"Honeywell Experion PKS 8C-PAONA2 Analog Output Module (Non-HART)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoneywell 8C-PAONA2 (8CPAONA2)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a high-performance Analog Output (AO) module belonging to the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperion PKS Series 8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eI\/O family. Engineered for precision and mission-critical reliability, this 16-channel module converts digital control commands from the C300 controller into standard 4-20 mA analog signals. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8C-PAONA2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis primarily used to drive final control elements such as pneumatic valve positioners, variable speed drives (VSD), and dampers. As a \"Series 8\" component, it features a vertical, slimline design that optimizes cabinet density and promotes natural thermal convection. This specific variant is the \"Non-HART\" version, providing a cost-effective solution for control loops where digital field device diagnostics are not required, while maintaining the rugged G3-level environmental protection standard in Honeywell's premium I\/O line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8C-PAONA2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis designed to integrate seamlessly into the Experion PKS architecture, focusing on signal stability and hardware longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16-Channel Density\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provides 16 independent analog output channels, allowing for high-density I\/O configurations in a small physical footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries 8 Architecture\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed to be \"plug-and-play\" with Series 8 IOTAs (Input Output Termination Assemblies), supporting both non-redundant and redundant configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG3 Conformal Coating\u003c\/strong\u003e: The module is factory-treated with a conformal coating to protect internal circuitry against humidity and corrosive atmospheric contaminants (ISA S71.04 Class G3).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGalvanic Isolation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Features robust isolation between the I\/O Link (backplane) and the field-side electronics, preventing ground loops and protecting the C300 processor from field electrical faults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Loop Response\u003c\/strong\u003e: Optimized for low-latency signal delivery, ensuring that control valve movements are synchronized with the DCS PID logic for stable process modulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; 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height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.6116%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5 Watts Typical\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.5312%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.6116%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.45 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.5312%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 52.6116%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15.00 x 10.00 x 4.00 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the 8C-PAONA2 be used to communicate with HART-enabled valves?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the 8C-PAONA2 can drive a HART-enabled valve positioner using a standard 4-20 mA signal, it\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecannot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eread or write digital HART data. 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