{"product_id":"p0922qs-fbm228-foxboro-4-channel-fieldbus-communication","title":"P0922QS FBM228 | Foxboro | 4-Channel Fieldbus Communication","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro FBM228\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(\u003cstrong\u003eP0922QS\u003c\/strong\u003e) functions as a high-performance FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 interface for the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI\/A Series\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro Evo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDistributed Control Systems (DCS). This\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoriginal module provides four isolated H1 communication channels, acting as a link between the control system and digital fieldbus instruments. Unlike standard analog modules, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFBM228\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esupports bi-directional digital communication, allowing for advanced diagnostics and multi-variable data acquisition. It serves as a critical component in modern petrochemical, power generation, and water treatment facilities that transition from traditional 4-20mA loops to fully digital Fieldbus architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 Communication\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP0922QS (FBM228)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Channels:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4 Isolated H1 Channels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Layer Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIEC 61158-2 (H1, 31.25 kbit\/s)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChannel-to-channel galvanic isolation; withstands 600 V AC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRedundant Foxboro Fieldbus interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMemory Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e16 MB SDRAM, 32 MB Flash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e24 V DC (Redundant support enabled)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0 to +60 °C (32 to 140 °F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnclosure Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSuitable for Class G3 harsh environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2 kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2 cm × 12.4 cm × 12.6 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Multi-Drop Efficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP0922QS (FBM228)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esupports multiple FOUNDATION Fieldbus devices on a single H1 segment. This significantly reduces wiring costs and cabinet footprint compared to traditional point-to-point analog cabling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Asset Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis module enables full access to digital field device parameters. Maintenance teams can perform remote calibration, status monitoring, and predictive diagnostics, which minimizes site visits and unscheduled downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Electrical Hardening:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module provides independent 600 V AC galvanic isolation for each of the four H1 segments. This prevents electrical faults or noise on one Fieldbus segment from affecting other segments or the core DCS logic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeterministic Fault Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFBM228\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eintegrates into the Foxboro redundant architecture. By pairing modules on a redundant baseplate, the system maintains continuous digital communication with field instruments even if a single hardware module fails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial Environment Resilience:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA factory-applied G3 conformal coating protects the internal circuitry. This allows the module to operate reliably in chemical processing zones where corrosive gases would otherwise damage standard electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many field devices can I connect to a single FBM228?\u003c\/strong\u003eThe module provides 4 H1 channels. While the theoretical limit per channel is higher, we recommend a practical load based on segment power and cycle time requirements, typically 8 to 12 devices per segment for optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the FBM228 provide power to the Fieldbus segment?\u003c\/strong\u003eNo. The\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP0922QS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehandles communication. You must use an external Fieldbus Power Supply and a compatible Power Link Module\/Termination Assembly to power the H1 segments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I hot-swap the FBM228 while the segment is active?\u003c\/strong\u003eYes. The module supports hot-swapping on the baseplate. If configured in a redundant pair, the secondary module assumes control immediately without dropping the Fieldbus communication links.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43102953046106,"sku":"FBM228","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/5957\/0778\/files\/301._42c5c3ad-77f2-4b2f-bece-eb76c7e6494e.jpg?v=1774316703","url":"https:\/\/www.spareoil.com\/products\/p0922qs-fbm228-foxboro-4-channel-fieldbus-communication","provider":"SpareOil Automation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}