FBM217
May 13, 2026

FBM217

Manufacturer: Foxboro / Schneider Electric | Model: FBM217 | Part Number: P0914TR 1. Product Overview 32-Channel Compact Discrete Input Interface Module, designed for scalable industrial automation systems, compatible with Foxboro I/A Series DCS and Compact 200 I/O systems. It is specialized in capturing and processing digital signals from field devices, with high reliability and adaptability to harsh industrial environments.

Description

Manufacturer: Foxboro / Schneider Electric | Model: FBM217 | Part Number: P0914TR

1. Product Overview

32-Channel Compact Discrete Input Interface Module, designed for scalable industrial automation systems, compatible with Foxboro I/A Series DCS and Compact 200 I/O systems. It is specialized in capturing and processing digital signals from field devices, with high reliability and adaptability to harsh industrial environments.

2. Key Specifications

  • Input Channels: 32 discrete input channels (2-wire input for each channel)

  • Signal Type: Digital discrete signals; supports multiple voltage ranges

  • Input Voltage Range: 15–60 VDC, 120 VAC/125 VDC, 240 VAC (configured via termination assemblies)

  • Input Current: 2.2 mA (typical) at 30 VDC input

  • Communication: 2 Mbps redundant module fieldbus, communicates with associated FCM or FCP

  • Power Supply: 24VDC backplane power (±5% tolerance, -10% lower limit); maximum power consumption ≤3W

  • Environmental: Operating Temp: -20°C ~ +70°C; Storage Temp: -40°C ~ +85°C; Humidity: 5%–95% non-condensing; ISA S71.04 Class G3 (harsh industrial environment)

  • Physical & Installation: Dimensions (H×W×D): 102×45×104 mm (approx.); Weight: approx. 284 g; Mounting: DIN rail baseplate; Hot-swappable design

  • Certifications: CE, UL, ATEX, CSA (compliant with industrial safety standards)

3. Core Features

  • High channel density: 32 discrete input channels in a compact design, improving system integration efficiency

  • Dual configuration support: Can be used as a single module or a redundant pair (adjacent module pairing) for high availability systems

  • Multi-functional performance: Supports ladder logic execution, pulse count, and sequence of events (SOE) logging with configurable input filter and fail-safe options

  • Reliable signal isolation: Equipped with optical isolation and high-voltage attenuation (via termination assemblies) to prevent external interference

  • Hot-swap capability: Allows module replacement without disconnecting field wiring, power or communication lines

  • Visual status indication: Front-panel red/green LEDs per channel for intuitive display of input signal status

  • Modular design: Easy to install, maintain and expand, compatible with Foxboro DCS architecture and related software

4. Matching Accessories

Termination Assemblies (TAs): Various types for different input voltages (with current limiting and isolation functions); Redundancy Adapter: RH101AZ; Connection Cable: RH101DF (module cable); Optional GPS sync for SOE logging

5. Applications

Widely used in industrial automation and process control fields, including chemical, petrochemical, power, oil & gas and water treatment plants. It is mainly used for collecting digital signals from field devices such as limit switches, buttons, sensors, and supporting critical infrastructure monitoring and automated production line control.

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