Product Description
General Information
Parameter |
Specification |
---|---|
Manufacturer |
Foxboro |
Model/Part Number |
FBM214 P0922VT |
Description |
Communication Input Interface Module |
Overview
The FBM214 HART Communication Input Interface Module features eight 4 to 20 mA group-isolated analog input channels. It supports a mix of standard 4 to 20 mA and HART devices, ensuring reliable communication in industrial automation systems.
Functional Specifications
Field Device Channels
Parameter |
Specification |
---|---|
Version Supported |
HART Protocol v6 |
Interface |
8 group-isolated channels |
Communication to Device |
Point-to-point, master/slave, asynchronous, half-duplex at 1200 baud |
Error Checking |
Parity on each byte, plus one CRC check byte |
Speed |
2 messages per second |
Fastest Allowed ECB Block Period |
500 msec |
Maximum Distance (FBM214 to Field Device) |
Up to 3030 m (10,000 ft) per HART FSK physical layer spec HCF_SPEC-54, Rev. 8.1 |
Compliance Voltage |
18 V DC minimum at 20.5 mA |
Current Inputs
Parameter |
Specification |
---|---|
Sense Resistor |
61.9 Ω nominal |
Total Input Resistance |
280 Ω minimum |
Accuracy (Includes Nonlinearity) |
±0.03% of full scale |
Temperature Coefficient |
50 ppm/°C |
Resolution |
15 bits |
Update Rate |
100 ms |
Integration Time |
500 ms |
Common Mode Rejection |
>100 dB at 50 or 60 Hz |
Normal Mode Rejection |
>35 dB at 50 or 60 Hz |
Maximum Loop Resistance |
280 Ω (excluding the field device) |
Loop Power Supply Protection |
Each channel is galvanically group-isolated, current-limited, and voltage-regulated. |
FBM Internal Power for Field Device |
24 V DC ±10% common power supply for all channels. Limited to one device per channel. |
Fieldbus Communication
Parameter |
Specification |
---|---|
Fieldbus Communication |
Communicates with associated FCM or FCP via redundant 2 Mbps module Fieldbus |
Heat Dissipation |
4 W (maximum) |
Environmental Specifications
Operating Conditions
Parameter |
Module |
Termination Assembly (PVC) |
Termination Assembly (PA) |
---|---|---|---|
Temperature |
-20 to +70°C (-4 to +158°F) |
-20 to +50°C (-4 to +122°F) |
-20 to +70°C (-4 to +158°F) |
Relative Humidity |
5 to 95% (non-condensing) |
5 to 95% (non-condensing) |
5 to 95% (non-condensing) |
Altitude |
-300 to +3,000 m (-1,000 to +10,000 ft) |
- |
- |
Storage Conditions
Parameter |
Specification |
---|---|
Temperature |
-40 to +70°C (-40 to +158°F) |
Relative Humidity |
5 to 95% (non-condensing) |
Altitude |
-300 to +12,000 m (-1,000 to +40,000 ft) |
Other Environmental Factors
Parameter |
Specification |
---|---|
Contamination |
Suitable for Class G3 (Harsh) environments, as per ISA Standard S71.04 |
Vibration |
7.5 m/S² (0.75 g) from 5 to 500 Hz |
Physical Specifications
Mounting
Parameter |
Specification |
---|---|
Module Mounting |
FBM214 mounts on a modular baseplate, which can be DIN rail-mounted (horizontally or vertically) or horizontally on a 19-inch rack using a mounting kit. |
Termination Assembly Mounting |
DIN rail mounting, supports 32 mm (1.26 in) and 35 mm (1.38 in) DIN rails. |
Mass
Component |
Weight |
---|---|
Module |
284 g (10 oz) approx. |
Termination Assembly (Compression Type) |
181 g (0.40 lb) approx. |
Termination Assembly (Ring Lug Type) |
249 g (0.55 lb) approx. |
Dimensions
Module Dimensions
Parameter |
Measurement |
---|---|
Height |
102 mm (4 in), 114 mm (4.5 in) including mounting lugs |
Width |
45 mm (1.75 in) |
Depth |
104 mm (4.11 in) |
Termination Assembly Dimensions
Refer to page 10 of the technical manual for detailed measurements.
Termination Cables
Parameter |
Specification |
---|---|
Cable Lengths |
Up to 30 m (98 ft) |
Cable Materials |
Polyurethane or Hypalon®/XLP |
Termination Cable Type |
Type 1 – See Table 2 on page 9. |
Cable Connection (TA Side) |
25-pin male D-subminiature |
Construction – Termination Assembly
Parameter |
Specification |
---|---|
Material |
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Polyamide (PA), Ring Lug (PVC) |
Family Group Color |
Green – Communication |
Terminal Blocks |
3 tiers, 8 positions |
Field Termination Connections
Compression-Type Wiring
Wire Type |
Accepted Size |
---|---|
Solid/Stranded (AWG) |
0.2 to 4 mm² / 0.2 to 2.5 mm² / 24 to 12 AWG |
Stranded with Ferrules |
0.2 to 2.5 mm² (with or without plastic collar) |
Ring-Lug Type Wiring
Parameter |
Specification |
---|---|
Connector Size |
#6 size connectors (0.375 in / 9.5 mm) |
Accepted Wire Size |
0.5 to 4 mm² / 22 to 12 AWG |
Part Numbers
Component |
Part Number |
---|---|
FBM214 Module |
P0922VT |
Termination Assemblies |
See “Functional Specifications – Termination Assemblies” (page 8). |