Product Description
General Information
• Manufacturer: Foxboro
• Model/Part Number: FBM215 P0916DB
Description
The Foxboro FBM215 is a HART Communication Output Module featuring eight channel-isolated outputs. It supports any mix of standard 4-20 mA devices and HART-enabled devices, providing robust and reliable communication with field instrumentation.
Functional Specifications
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Parameter |
Value |
|---|---|
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Field Device Channels |
8 isolated output channels |
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Supported HART Instrument Types |
HART instruments compliant with Version 5, 6, or 7 |
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Interface |
Point-to-point, master/slave, asynchronous, half-duplex, 1200 baud |
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Error Checking |
Parity on each byte, one CRC check byte per message |
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Speed |
2 messages per second |
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Fastest Allowed ECB Block Period |
100 ms (Refer to sizing guidelines for optimal loading) |
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Maximum Distance (FBM215 to Field Device) |
Up to 3030 m (10,000 ft) per HART FSK physical layer specification |
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Current Outputs |
Analog Accuracy (Includes Linearity): ±0.05% of span (4-20 mA) Output Load: 750 Ω maximum Maximum Rate of Change: 20 mA in 60 milliseconds Resolution: 13 bits |
Environmental Specifications
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Condition |
Module |
Termination Assembly |
|---|---|---|
|
Operating Temperature |
-20 to +70°C (-4 to +158°F) |
PVC: -20 to +50°C (-4 to +122°F) |
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Relative Humidity |
5 to 95% (non-condensing) |
5 to 95% (non-condensing) |
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Altitude |
-300 to +3,000 m (-1,000 to +10,000 ft) |
-300 to +3,000 m (-1,000 to +10,000 ft) |
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Storage Temperature |
-40 to +70°C (-40 to +158°F) |
-40 to +70°C (-40 to +158°F) |
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Storage Altitude |
-300 to +12,000 m (-1,000 to +40,000 ft) |
-300 to +12,000 m (-1,000 to +40,000 ft) |
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Contamination |
Suitable for Class G3 (Harsh) environments per ISA Standard S71.04 |
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Vibration |
7.5 m/s² (0.75 g) from 5 to 500 Hz |
Physical Specifications
|
Component |
Value |
|---|---|
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Weight (Module) |
284 g (10 oz) approximate |
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Weight (Termination Assembly - Compression) |
181 g (0.40 lb) approximate |
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Weight (Termination Assembly - Ring Lug) |
249 g (0.55 lb) approximate |
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Dimensions (Module) |
Height: 102 mm (4 in) With Mounting Lugs: 114 mm (4.5 in) Width: 45 mm (1.75 in) Depth: 104 mm (4.11 in) |