100% Genuine. 100,000+ Parts in Stock. Ready to Ship.

  • en

Foxboro P0926JM 8-Position FBM Communication Baseplate

Configured for high-density signal distribution and module interconnection in Foxboro I/A Series and Foxboro Evo DCS networks, the Foxboro P0926JM (P0926JM 8-Position Baseplate) provides direct physical/electrical execution. The unit provides physical mounting positions, backplane power delivery, and dual-path Fieldbus routing for up to eight Fieldbus Modules (FBMs) across a single modular assembly.

Hardware Specifications

Parameter Specification
Model P0926JM
Brand Foxboro
Origin USA
Weight 1.4 kg (3.10 lbs)
Dimensions Compact 8-slot footprint
Operating Temp Industrial control cabinet environments
Power Consumption 24 VDC Nominal (Redundant terminals)
Module Capacity 8 Slots (Supports up to 8 FBMs)
Mounting Type Standard DIN Rail Mount
Communication Support Dual Redundant Fieldbus Paths
Circuitry Type Modular Backplane PC Board with expansion ports

4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol and Channel Isolation

The baseplate backplane features heavy-duty power distribution traces and shielded signal lines designed for channel-to-channel isolation and field noise rejection. Internal bus routing segregates field-side signal paths from system power buses, preventing voltage spikes on individual 4-20 mA HART loops or digital I/O lines from propagating to adjacent module slots. Dedicated redundant Fieldbus traces deliver high-speed data transmission between inserted FBMs and control processors without signal attenuation or cross-talk interference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the P0926JM baseplate require separate bus terminators on the primary communication port?

A: Yes. The baseplate provides signal pass-through tracks, but technicians must install a dedicated 9-pin terminator (such as the Foxboro P0916RB) on the open port of the final baseplate in a chain to absorb signal reflections.

Q: Can maintenance personnel mix analog and digital Fieldbus Modules within the same P0926JM unit?

A: Yes. Each of the eight module slots uses standardized backplane keying and power connections, supporting mixed deployment of analog input, analog output, and discrete I/O FBMs.

Q: How does backplane power redundancy function across the eight module positions?

A: Dual 24 VDC power terminals accept primary and secondary power feeds directly onto the baseplate logic board, distributing diode-isolated power rails across all eight FBM slots to ensure uninterrupted operation during a power supply fault.

Field Installation Guidelines

Snap the baseplate assembly directly onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail inside the control cabinet, confirming that the spring-loaded mounting clips fully latch onto the rail edge. Fasten cabinet earth ground conductors to the baseplate grounding stud using low-impedance copper braided straps to establish reliable noise shielding. When joining multiple P0926JM units in a cluster, align the inter-baseplate bus connectors carefully before pressing adjacent units together, and secure all terminal block retention screws to prevent contact resistance from operational cabinet vibration.

What's clients say about us

Translation missing: en.general.search.loading