{"product_id":"p0916nz-foxboro-i-a-series-discrete-input-fieldbus-modules","title":"P0916NZ Foxboro I\/A Series Discrete Input Fieldbus Modules","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFoxboro P0916NZ Discrete Input Fieldbus Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro P0916NZ\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eP0916NZ\u003c\/strong\u003e Discrete Input Fieldbus Modules, operates as a dedicated hardware component for 24 VDC digital input signal acquisition within Foxboro I\/A Series DCS architectures.\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\u003eP0916NZ\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\u003eStandard FBM module weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard FBM rack form factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to +60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 W nominal at 24 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro I\/A Series DCS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 isolated discrete input channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Signal Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 to 30 VDC digital inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalvanic Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel-to-channel and channel-to-system isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard FBM rack with carrier backplane\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 module processes high-density digital contact closures through 32 isolated input circuits while maintaining strict electrical separation between individual channels and system logic buses. Internal channel-to-channel isolation prevents ground loops and transient voltage spikes from propagating across the rack backplane during high-voltage faults on external field lines. Continuous polling and integrated fault detection monitor input state stability and report channel health directly to the primary I\/A Series control processor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can the module be replaced online without shutting down the control loop?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, the unit supports live insertion and removal (hot-swapping) on an energized FBM carrier backplane without disrupting active neighboring input channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the module handle input voltage fluctuations from field transmitters?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The input circuitry accepts a nominal 24 VDC range spanning 18 to 30 VDC, filtering out minor supply ripples before state evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What mechanisms protect internal logic from external field transients?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Galvanic isolation barriers separate each discrete channel from the internal system bus, absorbing high common-mode voltages and preventing backplane damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount the module by aligning its rear connector with the designated slot on the FBM carrier backplane, then press firmly until the mechanical locking latch engages. Connect all incoming 24 VDC field signal wires to the terminal assembly, ensuring proper shield termination to minimize electromagnetic interference across digital lines. Verify that enclosure ambient temperatures remain within the 0 to +60 deg C range to prevent thermal degradation of internal power regulation components.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43969322188890,"sku":"P0916NZ","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/302.1_c4a0d15d-7b32-4d78-b4d1-78ddab268b35.jpg?v=1788170781","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/es\/products\/p0916nz-foxboro-i-a-series-discrete-input-fieldbus-modules","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}