{"product_id":"fbm232-p0926gu-foxboro-ethernet-fdsi-module","title":"FBM232 P0926GU Foxboro Ethernet FDSI Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFoxboro FBM232 P0926GU Field Device System Integrator Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for Ethernet-based field device protocol integration in Foxboro I\/A Series and Foxboro Evo Distributed Control Systems, the \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro FBM232 P0926GU\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eFBM232\u003c\/strong\u003e Field Device System Integrator Module) provides direct physical\/electrical execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFBM232 P0926GU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro \/ Schneider Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e284 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e114 mm x 45 mm x 104 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to +70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 W Maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro I\/A Series \/ Foxboro Evo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Communication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\/100 Mbps Copper Ethernet (TCP\/IP or UDP\/IP)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDevice Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 64 devices per module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDCI Connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 2,000 connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFieldbus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRedundant 2 Mbps Module Fieldbus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnvironmental Classification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass G3 Harsh Environment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol \u0026amp; Channel-to-Channel Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FBM232 P0926GU serves as a Field Device System Integrator (FDSI) that manages communication translation between external Ethernet networks and the internal Foxboro control database. The module offloads protocol handling from the primary Fieldbus Processor (FCP270\/FCP280) or Fieldbus Communication Module (FCM100E\/FCM100Et) while transferring data over a redundant 2 Mbps Module Fieldbus. Dedicated channel-to-channel isolation safeguards internal DCS backplane electronics against field-side voltage spikes, common-mode ground loops, and electrical noise stemming from external PLCs, power monitors, and smart field devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the FBM232 manage data type conversion between third-party field devices and the Foxboro control database?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module executes downloadable device-specific software drivers that parse incoming Ethernet data into standard Foxboro block structures, supporting 2-byte and 4-byte signed\/unsigned integers, 4-byte IEEE single-precision floating-point values, and binary states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the minimum scan times and connection limitations when integrating multiple third-party devices?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: A single FBM232 module supports a maximum of 64 external devices and up to 2,000 Equipment Control Block (ECB) connections, operating with a fastest allowed ECB block period of 500 ms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount the FBM232 P0926GU vertically on a standard Foxboro modular baseplate secured within a DIN rail or rack enclosure. Ensure the baseplate ground lug connects directly to the system cabinet earth bus using a low-impedance conductor to guarantee proper Class G3 noise immunity. Use shielded twisted-pair (STP) Ethernet cabling for all field network runs, maintaining strict physical separation between high-voltage power lines and signal lines. Confirm that supply voltage to the baseplate stays within the 24 VDC +5% \/ -10% input tolerance prior to powering on the module.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67594554573109,"sku":"FBM232 P0926GU","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/496..jpg?v=1790664263","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/fbm232-p0926gu-foxboro-ethernet-fdsi-module","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}