{"product_id":"foxboro-p0916nk-hdlc-base-to-base-cable","title":"Foxboro P0916NK HDLC Base-To-Base Cable","description":"\u003cp\u003ehe \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro P0916NK\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eP0916NK\u003c\/strong\u003e HDLC Base-To-Base Cable, operates as a dedicated hardware component for high-speed serial interconnectivity within Foxboro I\/A Series DCS networks. It provides direct physical execution of high-level data link control (HDLC) bus linking between adjacent baseplates. The cable assembly transfers control telemetry, I\/O scans, and module diagnostic status without external signal conditioning modules.\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\u003eP0916NK\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\u003e0.15 lbs (0.068 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.25 in (133.35 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\u003ePassive (0 W)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9-Pin Male to 9-Pin Male D-Sub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDLC Serial Communication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDCS HDLC Loop Interconnect and Channel Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Foxboro P0916NK assembly features high-density shielded cabling engineered to suppress electromagnetic interference (EMI) across high-frequency serial transmissions. Within Foxboro I\/A Series and Field Control Processor (FCP) architectures, the HDLC base-to-base link maintains deterministic message frame relay across modular baseplate clusters. Internal conductor pairs provide channel-to-channel isolation consistency and standard low-attenuation signal paths, preventing data packet corruption during high-density I\/O scanning cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the mechanical bend radius constraint for the P0916NK cable?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Given its 5.25 in length, the P0916NK is specifically manufactured for adjacent baseplate-to-baseplate jumpers. Exceeding a minimal 25 mm bend radius may cause strain on the molded 9-pin D-Sub connectors and degrade signal shielding continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the P0916NK cable support hot-swapping while the DCS baseplate is powered?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, passive HDLC bus cables can be connected or disconnected without shutting down system power, provided the connected baseplate communications are placed in standby to prevent communication fault alarms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect both 9-pin male connector headers and pin alignments prior to insertion to prevent pin deformation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign the P0916NK cable between the primary HDLC baseplate port and the adjacent expansion baseplate port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-tighten the integrated D-sub thumb screws on both connector ends to ensure secure mechanical grounding and vibration immunity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that cable shield continuity connects to the DIN-rail backplane ground plane, keeping signal paths isolated from high-voltage wiring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405814161717,"sku":"P0916NK","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/P0916NK.png?v=1787716675","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/foxboro-p0916nk-hdlc-base-to-base-cable","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}