{"product_id":"8-channel-analog-input-modules-foxboro-p0400da-fbm01-i-a-series","title":"8-Channel Analog Input Modules | Foxboro P0400DA FBM01 I\/A Series","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFoxboro P0400DA FBM01 Analog Input Modules\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro P0400DA\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eFBM01\u003c\/strong\u003e Analog Input Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for 8-channel current measurement signal acquisition within Foxboro I\/A Series platforms. The module executes direct physical analog-to-digital conversions on loop currents ranging from 0 to 20.4 mA DC across a redundant Fieldbus interface.\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\u003eP0400DA (FBM01)\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 module dimensions\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\u003e14 W Maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalog Input (Current)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 isolated independent channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 20.4 mA DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasurement Accuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+\/-0.05% of span\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA\/D Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600 VAC channel-to-channel and channel-to-ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRedundant Fieldbus interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 MB SDRAM, 32 MB Flash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26 to 42 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat Dissipation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 W Maximum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGalvanic Isolation and Loop Signal Architecture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach channel on the module maintains channel-to-channel isolation rated to 600 VAC to eliminate field ground loops and protect upstream control processors from high-voltage surge transients. Furthermore, the 16-bit A\/D converter processes discrete current steps across 0 to 20.4 mA DC spans, accommodating over-range diagnostic thresholds for standard 4-20 mA HART loop protocol transmitters and self-powered field instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the module handle Fieldbus communication bus redundancy during a path fault?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module contains internal circuitry interfaced to dual Fieldbus lines. If a physical break or communication degradation occurs on the primary path, the hardware automatically routes real-time data frames through the secondary path without interrupting active input scanning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What power source parameters are required to run the module and loop transmitters?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module accepts a dual power input range from 26 VDC to 42 VDC directly through the baseplate power connections, consuming a maximum load of 14 W under full 8-channel operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, align the module baseplate mounting connectors with the dedicated backplane slot and press the module firmly until the retention mechanism fully engages the DIN-rail assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, run all 4-20 mA analog input wiring in shielded twisted-pair cables, keeping field wires separate from high-voltage AC power distribution lines by a minimum spacing of 200 mm to suppress electromagnetic interference. Terminate all cable drain wires to the system earth grounding bar at a single point to prevent circulating earth currents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, verify that cabinet ventilation allows unrestricted airflow around the heat sink enclosure, maintaining ambient temperature levels between 0 deg C and +60 deg C.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43102851072090,"sku":"P0400DA FBM01","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/294_1a9172c1-6fb2-45b1-bc35-d06fd2d93d6c.jpg?v=1774313984","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/products\/8-channel-analog-input-modules-foxboro-p0400da-fbm01-i-a-series","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}