{"product_id":"cc-scmb05-honeywell-c300-controller-memory-backup-module","title":"CC-SCMB05 Honeywell C300 Controller Memory Backup Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Honeywell CC-SCMB05 is a specialized safety and data integrity component engineered specifically for the Experion PKS C300 controller series. This Memory Backup Module functions as a high-reliability energy reservoir, ensuring that the controller’s volatile memory—containing critical process strategies, runtime variables, and configuration data—is preserved during primary power interruptions. Unlike standard consumer batteries, the CC-SCMB05 is an industrial-grade assembly designed for seamless integration into the C300 hardware stack, providing the deterministic protection required for Distributed Control Systems (DCS) in high-stakes process environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Note: While some legacy documentation erroneously conflates this with pressure transmitters, the CC-SCMB05 is strictly a memory preservation module for Series C control hardware.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCritical Hardware Parameters and System Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Identification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCC-SCMB05\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHoneywell Experion PKS C300 Controllers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctional Role:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNon-volatile data retention and RAM backup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlug-in module for Series C I\/O and Controller rows\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e-40°C to +70°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Lifecycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eActive support for legacy and modern DCS architectures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0.4 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e24 x 18.8 x 6.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHS Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e8537101190\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUSA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndustrial Reliability and Operational Use Cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the event of a total plant power failure or a localized cabinet electrical fault, the CC-SCMB05 serves as the final line of defense for the controller's logic state. It is primarily deployed in oil refineries, chemical plants, and pharmaceutical facilities where a \"cold start\" (loss of memory) could result in hours of downtime or hazardous process conditions. By maintaining the RAM contents, the module allows the C300 controller to perform a \"warm start\" once power is restored, resuming control exactly where it left off. Its robust design is vibration-resistant, ensuring that it remains securely connected even in the high-frequency environments of heavy machinery rooms or offshore platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How often should the CC-SCMB05 module be replaced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: To ensure maximum reliability, Honeywell typically recommends a proactive replacement cycle every 3 to 5 years, depending on the ambient temperature of the control cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will the C300 controller trigger an alarm if this module fails?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the Experion PKS system monitors the health of the CC-SCMB05. If the backup capacity drops below a safe threshold, a \"Battery Low\" or \"Backup Module Fault\" alarm will be generated in the operator’s HMI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the CC-SCMB05 hot-swappable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the module can be replaced while the controller is powered by the primary supply. However, care should be taken to ensure the system is not in a power-fail state during the swap, as the memory will not be protected while the module is removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this module require specialized configuration software?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No, the CC-SCMB05 is a hardware-level backup device. Once plugged into the C300 interface, it is automatically recognized and managed by the controller’s internal power management firmware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this module be used with Series A or Series M hardware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No, the CC-SCMB05 is specifically keyed and designed for the Series C form factor used by the C300 and associated PKS hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Honeywell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45518940897453,"sku":"CC-SCMB05","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1613\/9181\/files\/honeywell-cc-scmb05-memory-backup-module-l5boxtxdri5.jpg?v=1766982446","url":"https:\/\/www.maxwellplc.com\/products\/cc-scmb05-honeywell-c300-controller-memory-backup-module","provider":"Maxwell PLC Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}