{"product_id":"discrete-i-o-module-foxboro-p0914wm-fbm241c-i-a-series","title":"Discrete I\/O Module | Foxboro P0914WM FBM241C I\/A Series","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFoxboro P0914WM FBM241C Discrete I\/O Modules\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfigured for discrete contact sensing and high-capacity load switching in Foxboro Evo platforms, the \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro P0914WM\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cstrong\u003eFBM241C\u003c\/strong\u003e Discrete I\/O Module) provides direct physical\/electrical execution. The module manages 8 discrete contact sense inputs and 8 discrete switch outputs to execute command and feedback sequences directly across the redundant Foxboro FBM bus.\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\u003eP0914WM (FBM241C)\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\u003e0.34 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.5 cm x 11 cm x 4.5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard industrial operating range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard backplane fieldbus load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Isolated Discrete I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscrete Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 Channels (Contact Sense)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscrete Outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 Channels (Switch Outputs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Voltage Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 to 60 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC Output Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 to 60 VDC at 2 A Maximum per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAC Output Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 240 VAC at 5 A Maximum per channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull galvanic isolation (Channel-to-Channel and Channel-to-Logic)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRedundant Foxboro FBM Bus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess Control \u0026amp; Channel Isolation Profiles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module incorporates full channel-to-channel and channel-to-logic galvanic isolation across all 16 discrete points, preventing electrical noise migration and field ground loops from degrading signal integrity. Furthermore, the 8 high-capacity output channels switch AC loads up to 240 VAC at 5 A or DC loads up to 60 VDC at 2 A, driving motor control circuits and solenoids directly while transferring real-time contact states to the Control Processor via the redundant fieldbus interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the P0914WM module support hot-swapping under live baseplate power?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, technicians can remove or insert the FBM241C module while the baseplate remains energized. During module replacement, active output channels default to pre-configured fail-safe states until the replacement unit initializes communications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the module handle high-current switching on the output channels?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The output switches route up to 5 A at 240 VAC through an external high-power Termination Assembly (TA), allowing direct actuation of heavy AC or DC loads without requiring intermediate interposing relays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, align the FBM241C module with the designated baseplate slot and press firmly until the mechanical locking latch secures the module to the backplane rail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, establish field connections using a compatible high-power Termination Assembly. Route 240 VAC output lines and low-voltage signal cables through separate conduit pathways, maintaining at least 200 mm clearance between high-voltage wiring and communication lines to avoid electromagnetic coupling. Connect all field cable drain wires to the main cabinet ground bar at a single point to prevent ground loop potential differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, verify that terminal screws on the baseplate and Termination Assembly are torqued to specification, and ensure cabinet clearance around the module stays above 50 mm to allow proper thermal dissipation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43102860607578,"sku":"FBM241C","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/297._f0ca8ead-e294-41b5-a6f9-902df50d4bce.jpg?v=1774315191","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/products\/discrete-i-o-module-foxboro-p0914wm-fbm241c-i-a-series","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}