When you're kitting out a control panel or wiring up a new machine, two buys often land on the same work order: the cable that carries signals from sensors and actuators, and the remote I/O module that brings those signals back to the controller. If your budget only covers one of them right now, you need to decide which piece gets you closer to a working system. The Belden-CH 580479 and the Honeywell NOVAR Opus XIO-8CTI-B sit at opposite ends of that decision, both in function and in price.
Quick verdict: If your field devices are already in place but you have no way to bring their signals into the control cabinet, the Honeywell NOVAR module is the more immediate fix. If you're still pulling wire and need to cover long distances with enough conductors for multiple signals, the Belden reel is the foundational purchase. The cable is the longer-term investment; the module is the targeted, lower-cost upgrade.
Here's how the two compare on price and fit for a typical control-cabling-and-I/O job.
| Product | Price | Price Bar | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEW Belden-CH 580479 475Ft 14 AWG 12 Wire Industrial Control Cable | USD 1,199.99 | Long multiconductor control runs | |
| Honeywell NOVAR Opus XIO-8CTI-B Remote I/O Module with CT 22-28VAC 50/60Hz NEW | USD 284.88 | Adding CT inputs to a NOVAR Opus system |
Keep in mind that these are not interchangeable parts. The cable is passive infrastructure; the module is an active input device. You might eventually need both, but if you're buying one now, the right choice comes down to whether you're short on conductors or short on I/O points.
Where the cable stands out: The Belden gives you a single 475-foot reel of 14 AWG, 12-conductor control cable. That means you can run multiple discrete control circuits to remote equipment without splicing together shorter lengths. It's made in the United States and includes a 1-year warranty.
Where the I/O module stands out: The Honeywell NOVAR is a compact current-transformer input module for NOVAR Opus systems, powered by 22-28VAC at 50/60Hz. It's new in original packaging, and its $284.88 price is far lower than the cable reel.
NEW Belden-CH 580479 475Ft 14 AWG 12 Wire Industrial Control Cable
This cable is for the person who has a long pull ahead of them. The 475-foot reel gives you a single 14 AWG, 12-conductor control cable, which is a practical way to bring multiple discrete signals back to a central panel without splicing several shorter reels together. It's made in the United States and carries a 1-year warranty. Note the condition, though: it's new open-box, so it won't arrive in a factory box and may show shelfwear. You'll also be paying for the full reel at $1,199.99, and the listing calls for a quantity of one. If your project only needs a short stub or a few conductors, this is more cable than you need-and a bigger investment than the module.
Honeywell NOVAR Opus XIO-8CTI-B Remote I/O Module with CT 22-28VAC 50/60Hz NEW
For a more targeted upgrade, the Honeywell NOVAR Opus XIO-8CTI-B is a remote I/O module built for NOVAR Opus systems, and its type is a current transformer input module. It runs on 22-28VAC at 50/60Hz, and the unit is new in original packaging. The $284.88 price point makes it a lighter hit on your project budget, and it adds a defined capability: CT inputs for monitoring current signals. The trade-off is that it's not a general-purpose I/O brick-it's sized for the NOVAR Opus family and specifically for CT-style inputs. If that doesn't match your controller, you'd be better off spending elsewhere.
Final choice by use case: If you're in the middle of a wire pull and need to cover a long distance with multiple control circuits, get the Belden reel. If you have a NOVAR Opus system that needs extra current-transformer inputs and you want a lower-cost, ready-to-use module, buy the Honeywell NOVAR module. If you can only order one today, ask which missing piece stops your job from moving forward.
