The FOXBORO P0916ND, also cataloged as the FOXBORO P0916ND Base-to-Base Cable, operates as a dedicated hardware component for 2 Mbps high-speed data interconnection between adjacent Fieldbus Module baseplates within Foxboro I/A Series DCS networks.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | P0916ND |
| Brand | FOXBORO (Invensys / Schneider Electric) |
| Cable Type | 2 Mbps Base-to-Base Fieldbus Interconnect Cable |
| Platform Compatibility | Foxboro I/A Series DCS / FBM Baseplates |
| Physical Cable Length | 0.25 meters (25.0 cm) |
| Communication Velocity | 2 Mbps deterministic data transfer rate |
| Operating Temp | 0 to 60 deg C |
| Storage Temp | -40 to 85 deg C |
| Maximum Relative Humidity | 95% RH non-condensing |
| Interface Application | Inter-baseplate communication bus expansion |
| Mechanical Protection | Heavy-duty low-profile jacketed data bus connector assembly |
| Certifications | CE, UL, CSA |
| Physical Weight | 0.15 lbs ( 0.07 kg) |
| Origin | China |
The FOXBORO P0916ND data assembly functions as the hardware link that extends the internal 2 Mbps fieldbus backplane across multiple baseplate segments. By establishing low-latency signal continuity, this interconnect component enables synchronous data exchange between processing units and remote Fieldbus Modules (FBMs). The internal multi-conductor balancing controls crosstalk and electromagnetic induction, maintaining the data frame accuracy required to process complex 4-20 mA HART loop protocol lines. This steady transmission line integrity ensures that downstream channel-to-channel and channel-to-bus isolation circuits execute validation routines without experiencing communication drift or packet loss.
Q: Can the P0916ND bus cable be safely disconnected while the adjacent FBM baseplates are powered?
A: No. Unplugging the base-to-base cable while the system backplane is energized interrupts the 2 Mbps fieldbus trunk, which will instantly drop downstream modules offline and force all dependent control loops into their fail-safe trip states.
Q: How does the short length of the P0916ND cable affect signal propagation and impedance matching on the bus?
A: The 0.25-meter physical footprint is precisely calculated by the factory to minimize transmission line reflections and match the exact characteristic impedance of the Foxboro I/A Series backplane communication bus.
Q: What environmental shielding properties prevent data corruption across this cable interface?
A: The cable assembly features an integrated braided foil shield that encapsulates the data lines. This construction paths transient high-frequency noise directly to the chassis frame via the baseplate ground tabs, protecting signal frames from ambient interference.
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