Product Details
Overview
The Foxboro FCP270 P0917YZ is a high-performance Field Control Processor designed for Foxboro I/A Series systems, capable of handling regulatory, logic, sequencing, and timing control functions. It is available as a single processor module, with an optional fault-tolerant configuration using two interconnected modules for enhanced system reliability. This processor is ideal for distributed control applications in chemical, energy, and process industries.
Technical Specifications
• Manufacturer: Foxboro (by Schneider Electric)
• Part Number: P0917YZ
• Product Type: Field Control Processor 270 (FCP270)
• Memory: 16 MB SDRAM, 32 MB Flash
• Input Voltage: 24 VDC typical (redundant voltage supported)
• Power Consumption: 8.5 W max per non-fault-tolerant module
• Operating Temperature: 0 to +60°C (+32 to +140°F)
• Configuration: Single Processor Module; fault-tolerant version includes two processor modules with interconnecting fault-tolerant baseplate connector
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 14.7 cm x 5.15 cm x 11.4 cm
• Weight: 0.6 kg
Applications
• Process control and automation in chemical plants
• Energy generation systems
• Distributed control for industrial operations requiring high reliability
• Fault-tolerant setups for critical control processes
FAQ
Q: Is the FCP270 P0917YZ brand new and original?
A: Yes, all modules are factory-sealed and 100% original from Foxboro (by Schneider Electric).
Q: Can I use it in a fault-tolerant setup?
A: Yes, the fault-tolerant configuration uses two processor modules connected via the integrated connector for maximum reliability.
Q: What is the memory capacity?
A: It has 16 MB SDRAM and 32 MB flash memory for program storage.
Q: What is the typical operating voltage?
A: 24 VDC is standard; redundant voltage supported for fault-tolerant operation.
Additional Information
- 100% Genuine Parts: All products are original and authentic, ensuring reliable industrial performance.
- 30-Day Refund Guarantee: Return any in-stock item within 30 days in original, unopened packaging for a full refund (excluding shipping and fees).
- 12-Month Warranty: Covers defects in materials or workmanship; excludes misuse, normal wear, or unauthorized modifications.
- Worldwide Shipping: We ship via USPS, UPS, FedEx, and DHL. Delivery times vary by country and may be subject to customs or import fees.
- Support & Contact: Technical and warranty assistance is available anytime. Contact us here: Contact.
- Purchase Guidance: Check product specifications and compatibility carefully before ordering to ensure proper application.
Tech & Buying Guide
Redundant Automation Systems: Ensuring Continuous Uptime in Critical Control Infrastructure
System reliability directly determines operational profitability across high stakes process industries. Modern industrial automation platforms must eliminate single points of failure to prevent catastrophic shutdowns. Deploying fault tolerant architecture safeguards complex facilities against unexpected hardware glitches, network disruptions, and maintenance outages.
Understanding Types of Noise in Electronic Circuits and Control Systems
Signal integrity directly determines measurement accuracy and loop stability across industrial automation environments. Electronic noise introduces unwanted stochastic interference into analog loops, sensor feedback lines, and digital fieldbus networks. Understanding how intrinsic electronic noise and external electromagnetic interference manifest allows control engineers to optimize signal conditioning and shield sensitive instrumentation effectively.
Why 24V DC Power Supplies Standardize Modern Industrial Automation
Industrial control cabinets worldwide rely on 24V DC as the universal power standard for field instrumentation, sensors, and controllers. Walk into any manufacturing plant, and you will find PLCs, human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and smart actuators running on extra-low voltage DC. Standardizing on 24V DC enhances operational safety, lowers cabinet footprint, and maintains steady control performance across factory networks.