Foxboro FBM44

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General

Model: FBM44

System: Foxboro I/A Series DCS

Type: 8 Analog Input / 4 Analog Output Module (HART-capable)

Function: Interface for 4–20 mA/HART transmitters and analog actuators

Redundancy: 1:1 hot‑swap capable

Hot Swap: Supported

Certification: CE, UL, CSA, ATEX; Class I Div 2 / Zone 2

Environment: Class G3 (harsh industrial)

Operating Temp: 0 °C to +60 °C

Storage Temp: −40 °C to +85 °C

Humidity: 5–95 % non‑condensing

Dimensions: 140 mm × 165 mm × 45 mm

Weight: 0.6 kg

I/O Channels

Analog Inputs (AI): 8 channels

Signal: 4–20 mA, HART 5/7 compatible

Accuracy: ±0.03 % of span

Isolation: 600 VAC (1 min) channel‑to‑ground

Loop Power: 12–42 VDC (software configurable)

Analog Outputs (AO): 4 channels

Signal: 4–20 mA, HART capable

Accuracy: ±0.03 % of span

Max Load: 735 Ω per channel

Compliance Voltage: 18.6 VDC @ 20 mA

Communication

Backplane: Redundant 2 Mbps I/A fieldbus

Protocol: Foxboro proprietary + HART 5/7

Device Support: HART transmitters, valve positioners

Status LEDs: Module RUN/FAULT + 12 channel COMM/FAULT

Electrical

Supply: 24 VDC (±5 % / −10 %), redundant

Consumption: 12 W (single); 18 W (redundant)

Key Features

HART Multidrop: Up to 8 HART devices (point‑to‑point/multidrop)

Per‑Channel Isolation: Eliminates crosstalk

Diagnostics: HART status, PV/SV/TV/MV, fault alarms

Configuration: Full HART parameter setup via I/A Series software

Termination: P0500RY / RH914TG TA (order separately)

Applications

Process Monitoring: Pressure, temperature, flow, level HART transmitters

Analog Control: Control valves, actuators, I/P converters

System Migration: Integrate HART devices into I/A Series

Industries: Chemical, power, oil & gas, water treatment

FBM44 vs FBM43

FBM44: 8AI+4AO (analog I/O + HART)

FBM43: 8‑channel HART interface (no analog output)