Description
The HONEYWELL 05701-A-0301 Single Channel Control Card is a control module designed for the Honeywell System 57 gas detection and monitoring platform. It provides signal processing, display, alarm monitoring, and control functions for a single connected gas detector channel. The module is configured for 4–20mA input signals and is widely used in industrial safety systems, marine applications, and fixed gas detection installations.
The 05701-A-0301 receives signals from compatible gas detector sensors through the sensor drive module, processes the measurement data using microprocessor-based control, displays gas concentration and status information, and activates alarm functions when preset limits are exceeded.
This single-channel controller supports applications requiring continuous gas monitoring, alarm indication, and integration with relay or field interface modules. It is commonly supplied as a replacement spare part for existing Honeywell System 57 installations.

05701-A-0301
🔹 Product Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | HONEYWELL |
| Model | 05701-A-0301 |
| Series | System 57 / 5701 Control System Series |
| Product Name | Single Channel Control Card |
| Application | Gas Detection Monitoring & Alarm Control |
| Product Status | New Open Box / Used Tested Available |
| Input Type | 4–20mA Sensor Signal Input |
| Dimensions | Approx. 3U Plug-in Card Format |
| Weight | Approx. 0.5–1 kg |
| Origin / Place of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC System Power |
| Power Consumption | Approx. Low Power Control Module Design |
| Mounting Type | System 57 Rack Plug-In Installation |
| Communication / Interface | Sensor Input, Alarm Relay Interface |
| Discontinued | Legacy Product / Spare Availability Dependent |
🔹 Common Questions & Answers (Q&A)
Q: What is the main function of the HONEYWELL 05701-A-0301?
A: It controls one gas detection channel by processing sensor signals, displaying gas readings, and managing alarm functions within the System 57 platform.
Q: What type of input signal does this card support?
A: The 05701-A-0301 is designed for 4–20mA gas detector input applications.
Q: Which Honeywell system uses this control card?
A: It is used in the Honeywell System 57 / 5701 gas detection control system.
Q: What are common problems with a faulty 05701-A-0301?
A: Common issues include incorrect gas readings, alarm failures, display problems, communication faults, unstable sensor input processing, or power-related failures.
Q: Can the 05701-A-0301 replace other System 57 cards?
A: Replacement depends on the detector type, sensor drive module, configuration settings, rack compatibility, and application requirements.
Q: Does this module support alarm functions?
A: Yes. The card provides alarm indication and control functions through configured alarm thresholds and connected interface modules.
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