Description
Honeywell Touchpoint Plus 19” Rack is a centralised, 19″ rack-mounted gas detection control system for small industrial installations, combining touchscreen operation with flexible, expandable channel capacity.
The Honeywell Touchpoint Plus 19” Rack provides a configurable control platform for fixed gas detection systems where panel-mounted, centralised management is required. It supports multiple detector types via mA and mV inputs and scales from compact installations to multi-channel layouts using a matching expansion rack. A large colour touchscreen, clear traffic-light status indication and built-in backup power help maintain visibility of gas risks, while modular I/O, optional Modbus connectivity and a robust industrial housing support straightforward integration, reliable 24/7 operation and future expansion.
AT A GLANCE
- Scalable rack-mounted platform: Up to 8 channels as standard, expandable to 16 using a dedicated 19″ expansion rack.
- Flexible detector compatibility: Accepts 2- and 3-wire mA or mV field devices, including mixed technologies via dual-input modules.
- Clear local visibility: 7″ full-colour touchscreen, multilingual interface and traffic-light status indication for rapid alarm assessment.
- Ready for integration: Modular I/O, common A/V outputs and optional RS-485 Modbus RTU or Modbus TCP with web monitoring.
For detailed technical data, consult the Specifications tab.
Overview of Honeywell Touchpoint Plus 19” Rack
Centralised rack-mounted control for small gas detection systems
The Honeywell Touchpoint Plus 19” Rack is engineered as the central hub for compact fixed gas detection systems where space, accessibility and central oversight are critical. Supplied as a complete 19″ rack assembly with pre-assembled I/O modules, it fits directly into standard control cabinets to provide a dedicated gas safety controller without extensive panel build.
The base unit supports up to eight channels of gas detection and can be expanded to 16 channels through a matching 19″ expansion rack, allowing a single control platform to cover multiple monitored areas as site requirements develop.
Flexible architecture for mixed detector technologies
The controller accepts inputs from 2- and 3-wire mA or mV field devices, providing broad compatibility with industrial gas detectors and associated safety devices. Multiple controller configurations are available, including 2, 4 or 8 channel models and dual-input variants that handle both mA and mV signals on the same rack.
Dual input modules allow mixed detector technologies in one compact footprint, helping to optimise rack space and simplify standardisation across a site. Expansion rack options mirror these configurations, so channel counts can be increased while keeping a consistent architecture and minimising redesign effort.
Modular I/O for tailored control and signalling
A modular design enables the Honeywell Touchpoint Plus 19” Rack to be configured to the application rather than forcing the system to fit the controller. Models with 12 or 24 programmable relay outputs support a wide range of actions, from driving local alarms through to process shutdowns and interlocks.
Dedicated relay modules can be added as control requirements grow, while options for 4 or 8 isolated repeated mA outputs provide retransmission of gas readings to other control systems, data loggers or supervisory platforms. Common outputs include dedicated powered drives for remote audible and visual alarms, reducing the need for additional interface hardware. Master alarm and master fault outputs, available on many configurations, support centralised indication in larger control rooms.
Intuitive operation and clear local status
Day-to-day use is simplified by a 7″ full-colour LCD touchscreen and a multilingual graphical user interface designed for fast navigation. Clear menu structures help reduce configuration errors and shorten operator training times.
Simple front-panel controls, including membrane buttons for alarm mute and reset with an additional reset function, support straightforward on-site acknowledgement of events. Traffic light style status indication (green for normal operation, red for alarm, yellow for fault or inhibit) is visible at a distance, while individual channel and master status LEDs provide at-a-glance diagnostics and speed up fault finding.
Robust platform for continuous industrial monitoring
Based on the proven Touchpoint Plus platform, the 19″ Rack uses a dust-proof, water-resistant and shock-resistant housing suitable for demanding industrial environments. Internal cable routing and tiered terminal arrangements are designed to simplify installation and maintenance, reducing labour time during commissioning and service activities.
The system runs from a standard 24 VDC supply and incorporates built-in battery backup, helping to maintain gas monitoring and alarm functions during mains interruptions and supporting continuous 24/7 operation with minimal operator intervention.
Connected supervision and data logging
Optional RS-485 Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP and web monitoring interfaces enable integration with building management systems and remote supervisory software. Variants with these communication options pre-installed simplify specification and reduce integration work for projects requiring Ethernet-based connectivity or browser access.
Onboard data logging records events, time-weighted average information and configuration backups to an SD card, providing a local audit trail that can be reviewed on a PC or printer for trend analysis, incident investigation and configuration management.
Easy expansion, servicing and system standardisation
The optional 19″ rack expansion unit uses the same input and output modules as the main controller but omits the display and user interface for cost-effective channel growth. Power and communication are provided via a simple power-in and CAN daisy-chain link between controller and expansion, helping to minimise wiring time.
A modular spare parts portfolio – including UI and main PCBs, backplanes, I/O modules and LCD/touch assemblies – supports targeted maintenance and can help reduce downtime through rapid replacement of only the affected components.
Part of the wider Touchpoint Plus ecosystem
The Honeywell Touchpoint Plus 19″ Rack integrates with Honeywell Analytics gas detectors and associated safety devices to form a complete fixed gas detection solution. It is compatible with the wider Touchpoint Plus ecosystem, which includes wall-mount and wireless variants, supporting consistent operation and interfaces across different plant areas.
Supported by authorised Honeywell channel partners and UK gas detection specialists, with access to comprehensive documentation and datasheets, the Touchpoint Plus 19″ Rack offers a scalable, serviceable control platform for maintaining site safety and productivity in a wide range of industrial applications.
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