The Foxboro FBM211, also cataloged as the FBM211 Analog Input Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for 0 to 20.4 mA DC signal acquisition and digitizing within Foxboro Evo and I/A Series DCS platforms.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | FBM211 |
| Brand | Foxboro |
| Origin | USA |
| Weight | 2.0 kg Shipping |
| Dimensions | Standard Foxboro FBM footprint |
| Operating Temp | -40 to +70 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 7 W Standard / 11 W Maximum |
| Input Channels | 16 Isolated Channels |
| Input Range | 0 to 20.4 mA DC (Current limited to 33 mA) |
| Accuracy | +/-0.1% of span |
| Resolution | 16-bit A/D Conversion |
| Isolation | Channel-to-Channel and Channel-to-System |
| Communication | Redundant 2 Mbps Module Fieldbus (via FCM/FCP) |
| Power Input | 24 VDC +5%, -10% |
The module relies on galvanic channel-to-channel isolation across all 16 current input paths to eliminate ground loops and contain field-side voltage spikes. Operating over a redundant 2 Mbps Module Fieldbus, the unit interfaces directly with Field Control Processors (FCP) to deliver high-resolution A/D signal conversion while routing process variable updates across the DCS backplane without communication delays.
Q: Does the FBM211 support standard 4-20 mA process loops?
A: Yes. The 0 to 20.4 mA DC operating range fully encompasses standard 4-20 mA current loops. Internal 16-bit analog-to-digital conversion provides precise scaling and digital representation of the process signal.
Q: How does internal current limiting behave during a field wiring fault?
A: Internal protective circuitry caps short-circuit field current at 33 mA per channel. This limits board power dissipation and protects adjacent channel components while field maintenance isolates the external fault.
Q: Can the FBM211 be hot-swapped while the backplane remains energized?
A: Yes. You can remove and replace the module directly on the baseplate while 24 VDC system power and the 2 Mbps Fieldbus remain active. The Field Control Processor automatically re-establishes communication and loads channel parameters upon insertion.
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