{"product_id":"foxboro-p0917tq-fbm215-i-a-series-hart-output-module","title":"Foxboro P0917TQ FBM215 I\/A Series HART Output Module","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFoxboro P0917TQ FBM215 HART Output Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro P0917TQ\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eFBM215\u003c\/strong\u003e HART Output Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for HART signal transmission within Foxboro I\/A Series and Evo DCS platforms. Interfacing directly with field actuators and smart positioners, this module converts digital control commands into analog field outputs overlaid with HART protocol communications.\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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP0917TQ (FBM215)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro (Invensys \/ Schneider Electric)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5-1.0 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Foxboro 200 Series Baseplate Envelope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to +70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaseplate Bus Powered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro I\/A Series \/ Evo DCS Platforms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHART Output Communication Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubsystem Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFBM215 Architecture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Transmission\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnalog Output with HART Digital Superposition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChannel-to-Channel Isolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalvanic Isolation Across Output Paths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5% to 95% RH, non-condensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConformal Coated PCB Assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaseplate Rack \/ DIN Rail Mounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE, UL, CSA Compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDCS Process Isolation and HART Protocol Interfacing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro P0917TQ\u003c\/strong\u003e uses dedicated channel-to-channel isolation barriers across output channels to prevent ground loop currents from interfering with field instrumentation. Operating via the 4-20 mA HART loop protocol, the module superimposes digital FSK communication signals onto analog current loops without interrupting analog command states. Conformal-coated internal circuitry protects signal drivers from aggressive chemical vapors and industrial condensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the module handle real-time hot-swapping during active DCS operations?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The module inserts into standard 200 Series baseplate slots using plug-in backplane connectors, allowing technicians to perform live maintenance without disrupting communication across adjacent baseplate modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does channel-to-channel isolation prevent field-side electrical faults from propagating back to the control system?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, internal galvanic isolation restricts high-voltage surges and short-circuit faults to the individual output terminal block, shielding internal bus electronics and neighboring I\/O channels from electrical damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModule Installation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Align the board with the card guides of the assigned baseplate slot. 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