FOXBORO P0916KN RTD Compression Termination Assembly for I/A Series FBM203 DCS Module
June 11, 2026

FOXBORO P0916KN RTD Compression Termination Assembly for I/A Series FBM203 DCS Module

FOXBORO P0916KN is a dedicated compression-type field termination assembly matched with FOXBORO I/A Series FBM203 RTD resistance temperature detector input module. It serves as the dedicated wiring transfer bridge for on-site PT100/PT1000 thermal resistance temperature sensors, equipped with 8 fully isolated RTD input channels. Built-in precision constant current excitation circuit, channel surge suppression, reverse wiring prevention and short-circuit protection, it eliminates industrial EMI interference and ensures high-stable temperature measurement accuracy. Adopting quick compression screw terminal wiring compatible with various industrial compensation wires, standard 35mm DIN rail cabinet installation, matched shielded dedicated connecting cables up to 30m long. It supports single and redundant FBM203 hot standby configuration, allows hot-swap maintenance without system shutdown, and is the standard core wiring accessory for high-precision low-medium temperature monitoring in process industries.

Description

FOXBORO P0916KN Operation & Specification Manual

1. Basic Product Information

  • Brand: FOXBORO (Schneider Electric Process Automation, former Invensys)

  • Model: P0916KN

  • Product Category: RTD Resistance Temperature Detector Compression Termination Assembly (TA)

  • Matching DCS Platform: I/A Series Distributed Control System

  • Compatible FBM Module: FBM203 (8-channel isolated RTD input module)

  • Certifications: CE, UL, ISO9001

  • Mounting Method: Standard 35mm DIN rail installation inside control cabinet

  • Protection Class: IP20 (indoor cabinet use only)

  • Overall Dimension: 135mm × 162mm × 43mm

  • Net Weight: Approx. 290g

  • MTBF: ≥55,000 working hours

2. Electrical Technical Parameters

  • Auxiliary Power Supply: DC 24V, power consumption ≤7.8W

  • Signal Channel Quantity: 8 independent fully isolated RTD input channels

  • Supported RTD Sensors: PT100, PT1000, Cu50, Ni100 (2-wire / 3-wire / 4-wire connection compatible)

  • Temperature Measurement Precision: ±0.08℃ within -200℃ ~ +600℃ measuring range

  • Built-in Excitation Circuit: Stable constant current excitation per channel, low self-heating error

  • Channel Isolation Strength: 1500Vrms AC isolation between each channel and ground

  • Compression Terminal Wiring Spec: Applicable wire 0.2–4mm² solid/stranded wire, 24–12AWG ferrule wire

  • Built-in Protection Circuit: Reverse connection prevention, channel surge absorption filter, overvoltage & short-circuit suppression

  • Matching Connection Cable: 37-pin shielded special cable, optional length 0.5m–30m, LSZH low-smoke halogen-free cable optional

  • Redundancy Compatibility: Supports dual FBM203 redundant hot standby, zero signal interruption during module fault switching

3. Environmental Operating Conditions

  • Continuous Operating Temperature: 0℃ ~ +60℃ (ventilated sealed control cabinet)

  • Storage & Transportation Temperature: -40℃ ~ +85℃

  • Relative Humidity: 5%–95% RH, non-condensing

  • Anti-Interference Standard: Complies with IEC G3 industrial vibration and EMI standards, adapts to high-dust, high-frequency inverter interference workshop environment

4. Installation & Operating Procedures

  1. Snap P0916KN onto 35mm DIN rail in control cabinet, lock the side fixing buckle tightly to avoid loose contact.

  2. Connect the matched 37-pin shielded cable between the termination assembly and FBM203 baseplate connector.

  3. Wire on-site RTD thermal resistance probes to compression terminals by channel serial number; strictly separate RTD compensation wires from high-power power cables.

  4. Switch on DC24V auxiliary power, confirm the green power indicator remains steady on.

  5. Complete RTD sensor type selection, wire mode setting and channel address mapping via Foxboro Evo configuration software.

  6. Maintenance Operation: Matched FBM203 modules support hot swap; faulty modules can be replaced directly without stopping the whole production control system.

  7. Fault Indication Definition: Red flashing LED = channel short circuit / open circuit / signal drift; yellow steady LED = redundant channel normal standby state.

5. Safety & Maintenance Precautions

  1. Only certified professional industrial automation technicians are allowed to disassemble, wire and debug this termination assembly.

  2. Fully cut off DC24V power supply before field wiring to prevent channel burnout and permanent temperature measurement deviation.

  3. Clean terminal block dust and metal oxide every 3 months to avoid temperature signal drift caused by poor contact.

  4. Store spare P0916KN units in dry, ventilated warehouse; avoid long-term exposure to corrosive gas, oil mist and damp environment.

  5. Standard Warranty Period: 12 months under rated normal industrial operating environment.

4. Application Fields

  1. Oil & Gas Industry

    Refinery pipeline medium temperature monitoring, storage tank PT100 temperature signal collection, crude oil heating furnace low-medium temperature precise measurement wiring.

  2. Thermal Power & New Energy Power Plants

    Boiler water wall, condenser, turbine auxiliary pipeline RTD temperature acquisition; wind generator bearing temperature real-time monitoring; photovoltaic heat storage system temperature signal transmission.

  3. Chemical & Pharmaceutical Factories

    Chemical reactor, distillation tower medium temperature closed-loop control; pharmaceutical fermentation tank, drying oven high-precision temperature monitoring; low-temperature reaction workshop RTD signal isolation transmission.

  4. Pulp & Paper Industry

    Paper pulp cooking tank, drying roller medium temperature continuous measurement; papermaking workshop heat exchange equipment temperature parameter collection.

  5. Food & Beverage Industry

    Food sterilization tank, baking tunnel, beverage fermentation tank constant temperature monitoring and signal conversion.

  6. Metallurgy & Mining

    Sintering machine cooling section temperature monitoring, mineral processing heating equipment RTD signal docking.

  7. Municipal & Environmental Protection

    Waste water treatment tank medium temperature collection, waste incineration flue cooling section temperature monitoring, central air conditioning system PT100 sensor signal access.

Information Certainty Explanation

  1. Confirmed content: P0916KN is Foxboro I/A Series RTD compression termination assembly, matching FBM203, 8 isolated channels, compatible PT100/PT1000 multi-wire RTD, DC24V power supply, 1500Vrms channel isolation, DIN rail installation, CE/UL certification, built-in constant current excitation & multi-layer protection, standard seven major temperature monitoring industries, wiring range and environmental temperature range are consistent with official I/A series TA hardware specifications.

  2. Content to be verified: Complete matched cable part number list, full factory original temperature calibration test report, detailed 2/3/4-wire RTD parameter configuration steps need to refer to Foxboro official FBM203 PSS technical manual for further confirmation.


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