{"product_id":"fbm228-foxboro-i-a-series-foundation-fieldbus-interface-module","title":"FBM228 | Foxboro | I\/A Series FOUNDATION Fieldbus Interface Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro FBM228\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as a high-capacity gateway between FOUNDATION Fieldbus (FF) field instrumentation and the Foxboro I\/A Series (and EcoStruxure Foxboro DCS) architecture. This module manages complex digital data traffic from smart transmitters and actuators, integrating bi-directional communication into the control database. We provide this hardware as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring your critical process loops benefit from factory-fresh circuitry and full manufacturer-spec performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoxboro (Schneider Electric)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFBM228\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterface Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFOUNDATION Fieldbus (H1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eH1 Links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports up to 4 independent H1 Links\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevice Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManages up to 64 fieldbus devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShock Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15 g, 11 ms half-sine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVibration Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.05 g RMS, 20 to 500 Hz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e200 mm x 100 mm x 40 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.3 kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FBM228 optimizes network topology and solves specific environmental challenges in large-scale industrial facilities:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtends Operating Range in Extreme Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMost I\/O modules fail at 60°C or 70°C. The FBM228 withstands temperatures up to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e85°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing installation in non-climate-controlled marshalling cabinets located in desert regions or high-heat processing areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximizes Field Device Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA single FBM228 supports four H1 links and up to 64 devices. This high port density reduces the total number of modules required in the DCS rack, saving significant cabinet space and decreasing per-node hardware costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnsures Continuous Process Availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe hardware supports redundant configurations. If a primary module fails, the system triggers an instantaneous switchover to the secondary module, preventing loss of visibility or control over the Fieldbus network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResists Severe Mechanical Stress:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWith 15 g shock resistance and specialized vibration dampening, the FBM238 maintains signal integrity in heavy industrial environments where nearby pumps, compressors, or rotating machinery create constant structural resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the FBM228 support \"Control in the Field\" (CIF)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The FBM228 enables FOUNDATION Fieldbus function blocks to execute control logic directly within the field devices, reducing the processing load on the central FCP (Field Control Processor).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I replace an older FBM model with the FBM228?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FBM228 utilizes the standard 200 Series form factor. If you are upgrading from legacy 100 Series Fieldbus interfaces, you must verify your baseplate compatibility. However, within the 200 Series ecosystem, it provides a direct high-capacity upgrade path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 85°C temperature rating sustained or peak?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FBM228 maintains a sustained operating temperature rating of 85°C. This industrial-hardened specification ensures long-term reliability without the derating common in standard commercial-grade I\/O.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the condition of this module?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe guarantee this FBM228 is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e. It ships in original Foxboro factory packaging with intact security seals, ensuring all internal capacitors and semiconductors have zero previous field exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52514006270261,"sku":"FBM228","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/FBM228.jpg?v=1774936068","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/fbm228-foxboro-i-a-series-foundation-fieldbus-interface-module","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}