{"product_id":"p0914qg-foxboro-backplane-communication-module-new-original-stock","title":"P0914QG Foxboro Backplane Communication Module | New \u0026 Original Stock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFoxboro P0914QG BCOM17 Backplane Communication Module\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro P0914QG BCOM17\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eP0914QG\u003c\/strong\u003e Backplane Communication Module, operates as a dedicated hardware component for data exchange between control processors and I\/O subsystems within Foxboro I\/A Series DCS networks. The hardware translates local logic layer queries into physical backplane signaling to coordinate remote data acquisition. By handling low-level bus arbitration directly on the chassis interface, the embedded controller stabilizes synchronization loops between interconnected fieldbus modules and parent processing units.\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\u003eP0914QG BCOM17\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\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.16 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e161 x 110 x 20 mm\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\u003eLess than or equal to 8 W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro I\/A Series DCS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication interface between processors and I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMemory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 MB SDRAM, 32 MB Flash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 95% RH (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShock Limits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 g shock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVibration Limits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.05 g rms vibration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProprietary Foxboro backplane bus, multi-protocol field layer (Modbus, Profibus, DeviceNet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCE, UL, CSA, IEC 61131-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChannel-to-Channel Isolation and DCS Backplane Control Interfacing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal physical architecture enforces strict channel-to-channel isolation between the internal processing electronics and the primary fieldbus infrastructure. This galvanic barrier isolates noise, spikes, and differential ground potentials up to defined safety rating limits. When integrating fields networks like Modbus or Profibus, the unit filters external electrical disturbances prior to data loading onto the proprietary internal backplane bus. Additionally, the line impedance characteristics conform to the requirements of the 4-20 mA HART loop protocol layer, enabling clean secondary variable data pass-through without dropping analog control base values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: How does the interface card handle a localized power bus fault in dual-redundant setups?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: The circuit board features independent internal diode-ORed paths coupled to separate 24 VDC inputs. A failure or drop on one power supply path triggers an immediate hardware-level transition to the alternate internal rail, preventing interruption to the communication controller or data corruption on the backplane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What are the backplane load restrictions when adding multiple P0914QG units to one rack?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Each module demands a maximum current of 0.33 A at 24 VDC nominal. Total configuration load calculations must ensure that the collective power draw of all inserted modules does not surpass the maximum rating of the active backplane power supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShield Grounding and Drain Wire Configurations\u003c\/strong\u003e: Connect the shield wires of external multi-protocol cables to the primary enclosure earth terminal strip. Ground the cable assembly strictly at one termination point to avoid creating parallel ground currents that diminish the effectiveness of the channel-to-channel isolation architecture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaseplate Engagement and Connector Alignment\u003c\/strong\u003e: Align the board edges within the chassis guides of the I\/A Series rack structure. Slide the card backward until the high-density pin assembly seats uniformly into the backplane socket, then secure the mounting screws to counter environmental vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThermal Path Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Leave a minimum of 50 mm clearance gaps above and below the card cage structure. 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