Foxboro FBM233 P0926GX I/A Series Ethernet Field Device System Integrator Module

Description

The Foxboro FBM233 P0926GX is an Ethernet Field Device System Integrator (FDSI) module designed for providing an Ethernet interface between single or dual-ported field I/O devices and the I/A Series system. The device integrates field device data into an I/A Series control database using Ethernet connectivity and communicates with field devices using configurable, downloadable software I/O drivers over 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Ethernet network transmission rates. It mounts in a Modular Baseplate, interfacing with the system via a redundant 2 Mbps module Fieldbus to an FCM100Et, FCM100E, or FCP270.

Features

• Redundant 10 Mbps or 100 Mbps Ethernet network transmission rate to/from field devices.
• Communicates with up to 64 field devices.
• I/O software driver is downloadable from a library of available protocols.
• Up to 2000 DCI block connections.
• Integrates field device data into an I/A Series control database using Ethernet connectivity.
• Field mounted.
• Suitable for Class G3 (harsh) environments.
• LED visual indicators for operational status, transmit/receive activity, and master/tracker status.

Applications

• Field device integration into I/A Series control stations
• Industrial Ethernet communication interfacing with third-party PLCs and field devices
• Distributed control interface (DCI) data collection and control output handling

Technical Specifications

Connections/Interfaces

Installation Guidelines

• Mounting: The module mounts on a Modular Baseplate (DIN rail mounted or 19-inch rack mounted) in horizontal or vertical orientation.
• Redundancy Positioning: Redundant module pairs must be located in odd and adjacent even positions on the baseplate (positions 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 5 and 6, or 7 and 8).
• Hot Swapping: Module replacement can be executed without upsetting field input or output signals to the paired module and without removing power to other modules on the Modular Baseplate.
• Cable Lengths: RJ-45 connections to Ethernet hubs, switches, or devices support cable lengths from 1 m (3.3 ft) up to 100 m (330 ft).

Compliance and Certifications

• EMC: European EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, EN 50081-2, EN 50082-2, EN 61326 Annex A, CISPR 11 Class A, IEC 61000-4-2, IEC 61000-4-3, IEC 61000-4-4, IEC 61000-4-5, IEC 61000-4-6, IEC 61000-4-8
• Product Safety: UL/UL-C listed for Class I, Groups A-D; Division 2; temperature code T4
• ATEX Directive: CENELEC (DEMKO) certified as EEx nA IIC T4 for use in Zone 2 enclosure (Directive 94/9/EC)
• European Low Voltage Directive: 73/23/EEC