FBM206 (P0916CQ)

Basic Information

Part Number: FBM206 (P0916CQ)

Manufacturer: Foxboro / Schneider Electric

Series: I/A Series DCS

Module Type: 8-Channel Isolated Pulse Input Module

Function: Interface for pulse input devices (e.g., flow meters, speed sensors)

Status: Original spare part, available

Specifications

I/O Channels

FBM206: 8 isolated pulse input channels (7–27VDC configurable)

FBM206b: 4 pulse inputs + 4 analog outputs (0–20mA)

Channel Isolation: Galvanic isolation between channels and ground

Pulse Input

Frequency Range: 10Hz – 25kHz (max)

Accuracy: ±0.01% of reading; no pulse loss up to 25kHz

Input Impedance: 10kΩ

Signal Type: 2-wire pulse from sensors (turbine/vortex meters, solid-state relays)

Power

Supply: 24VDC (18–30VDC)

Consumption: ≤7W

Channel Power: 24VDC per channel, 30mA max

Environmental

Operating Temp: -20°C to +70°C

Storage Temp: -20°C to +70°C

Humidity: 5%–95%, non-condensing

Vibration: 7.5m/s² (5–500Hz)

Rating: ISA S71.04 Class G3 (Harsh)

Certifications: CE, UL, ATEX, CSA

Physical

Dimensions: 102 × 45 × 104mm (H×W×D)

Weight: ~0.5kg

Mounting: DIN rail

Protection: IP20

Key Features

8 galvanically isolated channels eliminate crosstalk

High-speed pulse counting up to 25kHz for precision flow measurement

Software-configurable pulse rate, totalization, and scaling

Supports 2-wire loop-powered sensors

Hot-swap compatible in redundant systems

G3 harsh-environment rated for industrial use

Compatible Components

Termination Assembly: P0916CR

Connection Cable: P0916DC (3m standard, up to 30m optional)

Applications

Chemical, petrochemical, power, oil & gas, water treatment

Connecting pulse output devices: turbine/vortex flow meters, speed encoders, pulse transmitters

Precision flow totalization and rate monitoring

Process control in I/A Series DCS systems