{"product_id":"foxboro-fcm100e-p0972za-field-communication-module-with-fibre-optic","title":"Foxboro FCM100E P0972ZA Field Communication Module with Fibre Optic","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro FCM100E P0972ZA\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eP0972ZA\u003c\/strong\u003e Field Communication Module with Fibre Optic, operates as a dedicated hardware component for protocol translation and high-speed data transmission between Foxboro I\/A Series control processors and distributed field bus modules. Configured for direct execution of optical-to-electrical signal routing, it handles 100 Mbps Ethernet communication uplinks alongside dual-rate fieldbus loops supporting 2 Mbps for 200 series FBMs or 268 Kbps for 100 series FBMs across multi-mode fibre-optic media.\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\u003eP0972ZA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro\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\u003e3 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.4 cm x 5.15 cm x 14.7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to +70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 W (max)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 to 42 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet Transmission Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFieldbus Transmission Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Mbps (200 Series) \/ 268 Kbps (100 Series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Connected FBMs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 (200 Series) \/ 64 (100 Series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre Optic Media\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMMF 62.5\/125 um (up to 2 km)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 to 95% (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChannel Isolation and Fibre Optic Communications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Foxboro FCM100E module utilizes integrated optical transceivers paired with channel-to-channel isolation barriers to suppress electromagnetic interference across long-distance MMF 62.5\/125 um fibre links up to 2 km. The internal architecture manages deterministic protocol translation between 100 Mbps Ethernet networks and field-level buses, sustaining isolated 4-20 mA HART loop protocol telemetry and discrete data streams. Ground isolation across the optical interface protects internal backplane processors from high-voltage transients originating in remote field distribution cabinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How many 200 series FBMs can a single FCM100E module drive on the local fieldbus loop?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: A maximum of 32 Field Bus Modules can be connected per FCM100E when interfacing with 200 series hardware, subject to overall control processor sizing constraints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the FCM100E support online hot-swapping during active system operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the hardware allows module extraction and insertion on powered baseplates, provided power supply connections and fibre optic links are safely managed to prevent bus token loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the FCM100E module securely onto the designated baseplate slot, ensuring complete pin alignment before locking module levers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the 21 to 42 VDC power supply lines to the primary terminal block, verifying correct polarity before energizing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean fibre-optic connector tips (MMF 62.5\/125 um) with approved optical wipes prior to mating with the front-panel ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute communication cables away from high-voltage power conduits and secure cable shields to the cabinet grounding bar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53406176051509,"sku":"FCM100E P0972ZA","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/FCM100EP0972ZA2.png?v=1787724909","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/foxboro-fcm100e-p0972za-field-communication-module-with-fibre-optic","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}