FBC09 (P0951CK)

Basic Information

Model: FBC09 (Part Number: P0951CK)

Manufacturer: Foxboro (Schneider Electric)

Type: 200 Series Fieldbus Module (FBM), Digital Input

System: I/A Series DCS

Status: Obsolete (DCS spare part)

Key Features

High-Density 32-CH DI: Monitors discrete devices (valves, switches, relays) in process industries.

Redundant Fieldbus: Dual 2 Mbps links for fault-tolerant communication to the DCS controller.

Hot-Swappable: Replaceable online with redundant fieldbuses—no system shutdown.

On-Board Diagnostics: LED status indicators + DCS-based fault detection for fast troubleshooting.

Rugged Construction: Withstands electrical noise, vibration, and temperature swings in industrial environments.

Typical Applications

Process Industries: Chemical, petrochemical, oil & gas (valve status, limit switches, pump interlocks).

Power Generation: Boiler/turbine auxiliary status (pressure switches, flow alarms).

Water Treatment: Pump status, valve position, and level switch monitoring.

Legacy I/A Series: Direct replacement/expansion for existing Foxboro DCS installations.

Compatibility Notes

FBC09: 32-CH digital input module (P0951CK)

FBC07: Field Control Processor (CPU, P0951EA)

FBC07B: 32-CH contact sense DI (P0951CJ)

All FBCxx modules mount on standard I/A Series baseplates.

Core Specifications

Input Channels: 32 channels (dry contact/24 VDC sense, non-isolated)

Signal Type: Dry contact closure or 24 VDC logic level

Logic Thresholds:

ON: <5 VDC (contact closed)

OFF: >18 VDC (contact open)

Response Time: <10 ms per channel

Fieldbus: 2 Mbps, redundant (I/A Series)

Power Supply: 24 VDC ±10%

Power Consumption: Approx. 8 W

Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +60 °C

Storage Temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C

Environmental Rating: ISA S71.04 Class G3

Dimensions: 140 mm × 165 mm × 45 mm

Weight: 0.7 kg