{"product_id":"p0917xq-foxboro-fbm216-communication-redundant-input-interface-module","title":"P0917XQ | FOXBORO FBM216 Communication Redundant Input Interface Module","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFOXBORO FBM216 P0917XQ\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eFBM216\u003c\/strong\u003e Communication Redundant Input Interface Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for managing HART protocol signal acquisition within I\/A Series distributed control system platforms.\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\u003eFBM216 (P0917XQ)\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\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e284 g (approximate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e102 mm x 45 mm x 104 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 group-isolated channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHART Protocol v6 (1200 baud)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalog Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e± 0.075% of full scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess Control: HART Loop Protocol and Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FBM216 module facilitates bi-directional communication with intelligent field devices via the 4-20 mA HART loop protocol. Each of the eight group-isolated channels is engineered to support master\/slave, asynchronous, half-duplex data transmission. To ensure measurement precision, the module incorporates a 61.9 Ohm nominal sense resistor, resulting in a total minimum input resistance of 280 Ohm. Signal integrity is maintained through a combination of parity checks and cyclic redundancy check (CRC) bytes for every data frame, while providing a common-mode rejection ratio exceeding 100 dB at 50\/60 Hz to minimize the impact of industrial electrical noise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What is the maximum permissible distance between the FBM216 and a connected field device?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The FBM216 adheres to the HART FSK physical layer specification HCF_SPEC-54 (Revision 8.1), supporting a maximum cable run of up to 3030 m (10000 ft), provided the loop impedance constraints are maintained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the module handle signal updates in the control database?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module executes signal acquisition at a rate of 2 messages per second with a 100 ms update rate and a 500 ms integration time. The fastest allowed execution control block (ECB) period is 500 ms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the FBM216 is inserted into a compatible 200 Series baseplate. Secure the module using the integrated mounting lugs to maintain a height clearance of 114 mm within the cabinet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the appropriate termination assembly (TA) based on the site-specific cabling requirements. The compression style TA weighs 181 g, while the ring lug style TA weighs 249 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrounding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify that all cable shields for HART-enabled loops are terminated to a clean instrument ground at the TA to prevent noise injection. Ensure the compliance voltage of 18 VDC minimum at 20.5 mA is verified at the device terminals to guarantee successful digital-to-analog communication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53028175479093,"sku":"FBM216 P0917XQ","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/7630\/5461\/files\/FBM216P0922VV_d2e7df20-e789-4849-8218-409df5774381.jpg?v=1782205665","url":"https:\/\/www.5gplc.com\/products\/p0917xq-foxboro-fbm216-communication-redundant-input-interface-module","provider":"High Five PLC Solution Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}