Foxboro|FBM216B| Redundant HART® Communication Input Module
Description
Triconex FBM216b, part of Schneider Electric’s Foxboro Evo™ system, is a redundant HART® communication input module with eight isolated analog input channels.
Features
- Eight redundant HART input channels
- Supports 4-20 mA and HART signals
- Galvanic isolation per channel
- High-accuracy sigma-delta conversion
- Rugged design for harsh environments
Technical Specifications
Input Channels
- Channels: 8 individually isolated
- Input Types: 4-20 mA analog, HART FSK
- HART Versions: 5, 6, or 7 compliant
- Communication: 1200 baud, 2 messages/second
Electrical Characteristics
- Sense Resistor: 280 Ω ±0.02%
- Input Resistance: 282 Ω (external), 302 Ω (internal)
- Analog Accuracy: ±0.075% of full scale
- Resolution: 15 bits
- Update Rate: 100 ms
- Loop Supply: 18.5 V dc min at 20.5 mA
- Current Limit: 37 mA (single), 72 mA (redundant)
Isolation and Protection
- Isolation: 600 V ac for 1 minute between channels/ground
- Common Mode Rejection: >100 dB at 50/60 Hz
- Normal Mode Rejection: >35 dB at 50/60 Hz
Power Requirements
- Voltage: 24 V dc (+5%, -10%)
- Consumption: 7 W max
- Dissipation: 4 W max
Environmental Specifications
- Operating Temperature: -20 to +70°C
- Storage Temperature: -40 to +70°C
- Humidity: 5-95% non-condensing
- Altitude: -300 to +3,000 m (operating)
Physical Specifications
- Weight: 284 g (module), 181 g (termination assembly)
- Dimensions: 102 x 45 x 104 mm (module)
- Mounting: DIN rail or 19-inch rack
- Cable Length: Up to 30 m
Termination Assemblies
- Wiring: 0.2-4 mm² (compression)
Foxboro|FBM216B| Redundant HART® Communication Input Module



Foxboro|FBM216B| Redundant HART® Communication Input Module
Description
Triconex FBM216b, part of Schneider Electric’s Foxboro Evo™ system, is a redundant HART® communication input module with eight isolated analog input channels.
Features
- Eight redundant HART input channels
- Supports 4-20 mA and HART signals
- Galvanic isolation per channel
- High-accuracy sigma-delta conversion
- Rugged design for harsh environments
Technical Specifications
Input Channels
- Channels: 8 individually isolated
- Input Types: 4-20 mA analog, HART FSK
- HART Versions: 5, 6, or 7 compliant
- Communication: 1200 baud, 2 messages/second
Electrical Characteristics
- Sense Resistor: 280 Ω ±0.02%
- Input Resistance: 282 Ω (external), 302 Ω (internal)
- Analog Accuracy: ±0.075% of full scale
- Resolution: 15 bits
- Update Rate: 100 ms
- Loop Supply: 18.5 V dc min at 20.5 mA
- Current Limit: 37 mA (single), 72 mA (redundant)
Isolation and Protection
- Isolation: 600 V ac for 1 minute between channels/ground
- Common Mode Rejection: >100 dB at 50/60 Hz
- Normal Mode Rejection: >35 dB at 50/60 Hz
Power Requirements
- Voltage: 24 V dc (+5%, -10%)
- Consumption: 7 W max
- Dissipation: 4 W max
Environmental Specifications
- Operating Temperature: -20 to +70°C
- Storage Temperature: -40 to +70°C
- Humidity: 5-95% non-condensing
- Altitude: -300 to +3,000 m (operating)
Physical Specifications
- Weight: 284 g (module), 181 g (termination assembly)
- Dimensions: 102 x 45 x 104 mm (module)
- Mounting: DIN rail or 19-inch rack
- Cable Length: Up to 30 m
Termination Assemblies
- Wiring: 0.2-4 mm² (compression)