{"product_id":"foxboro-p0973cn-i-a-series-expansion-baseplate","title":"Foxboro P0973CN I\/A Series Expansion Baseplate","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro P0973CN\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 4-position vertical DIN rail mounted expansion baseplate used in the Foxboro I\/A Series DCS. It provides a dedicated hardware platform to house a fault-tolerant pair of \u003cstrong\u003eFCP270\u003c\/strong\u003e field control processors in two positions and a redundant pair of \u003cstrong\u003eFEM100\u003c\/strong\u003e fieldbus expansion modules in the remaining two positions. Operating on a passive backplane structure, the \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro P0973CN\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers high-reliability power routing and communication interconnections across the 2 Mbps Module Fieldbus. Mounting positions are specifically integrated onto the baseplate to accommodate fiber optic splitter\/combiners required for fault-tolerant \u003cstrong\u003eFCP270\u003c\/strong\u003e processor operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical DIN rail mounting configuration for standard enclosure layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour dedicated module positions configured for two FCP270 processors and two FEM100 modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated mounting space for fiber optic splitter\/combiners to support FCP270 redundancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual primary and secondary 24 V dc power connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShielded twisted-pair Module Fieldbus interconnections operating at 2 Mbps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot-swappable module support allowing unit addition or replacement without disrupting active bus communication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassive backplane architecture designed to maximize overall DCS operational reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoxboro I\/A Series DCS system expansion requiring additional 200 Series FBM fieldbus channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-density industrial automation control cabinets requiring fault-tolerant processing and fieldbus expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinuous processing plant infrastructure utilizing DIN rail mounted hardware subsystems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro (Invensys)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP0973CN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro I\/A Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Orientation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical DIN Rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 Module Positions (2x FCP270, 2x FEM100)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Voltage Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 V dc +5%, -10% (Redundant)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Mbps HDLC Module Fieldbus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaseplate ID DIP Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot present (Does not require hardwired address)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to +70 degC (-4 to +158 degF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to +70 degC (-40 to +158 degF)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 to 95% (noncondensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAltitude\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-300 to +3,000 m (-1,000 to +10,000 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContamination Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass G3 (Harsh) per ISA S71.04; Pollution degree 2 per IEC 664-1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePC and ABS, inflammability UL94 V0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Cable Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 m (198 ft) total overall Module Fieldbus cabling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConnections\/Interfaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnector Pin \/ Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Power Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect 24 V dc primary power input connection from FPS power supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecondary Power Connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect 24 V dc secondary power input connection from FPS power supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFieldbus and Time Strobe A\/B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnections for redundant Module Fieldbus (2 Mbps) and optional time strobe signals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDedicated FCP270 Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeyed slots for fault-tolerant FCP270 control processors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDedicated FEM100 Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeyed slots for redundant FEM100 fieldbus expansion modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSplitter\/Combiner Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated mounting provisions for FCP270 fiber optic splitter\/combiners\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDIN Rail Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Secure the baseplate to a non-isolated, mechanically supported vertical DIN rail using the designated fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Cabling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connect primary and secondary 24 V dc feed cables from the system power supply (such as FPS400-24, FPS240-24, or FPS120-24) to the primary and secondary power terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFieldbus Interconnection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use shielded twisted-pair cables for A\/B Module Fieldbus daisy-chain connections between baseplates, maintaining a maximum total fieldbus length of 60 m (198 ft).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure adequate enclosure clearance around the mounted baseplate to accommodate module insertion, removal, and field wiring clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLive Insertion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baseplates can be connected or expanded without removing the system from service provided a redundant bus structure is in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompliance and Certifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEuropean EMC Directive:\u003c\/strong\u003e 89\/336\/EEC (EN 50081-2, EN 50082-2, EN 61326 Annex A)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISM Radio-frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e CISPR 11 Class A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e IEC 61000-4-2 (ESD), IEC 61000-4-3 (Radiated Field), IEC 61000-4-4 (EFT\/Burst), IEC 61000-4-5 (Surge), IEC 61000-4-6 (Conducted), IEC 61000-4-8 (Magnetic Field)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e UL\/UL-C listed for Class 1, Groups A-D, Division 2, T4 enclosure systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEuropean Low Voltage Directive:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2006\/95\/EC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eATEX Directive:\u003c\/strong\u003e 94\/9\/EC (CENELEC certified EEx n IIC for Zone 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53689809961323,"sku":"P0973CN","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/3227\/0443\/files\/P0973CN_001_1200x1200_3a20fd1d-807f-40ad-8780-1a7b183aa796.jpg?v=1786234388","url":"https:\/\/www.plcprotech.com\/bg\/products\/foxboro-p0973cn-i-a-series-expansion-baseplate","provider":"PLC ProTech Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}