FBM218
May 13, 2026

FBM218

Manufacturer: Foxboro / Schneider Electric | Model: FBM218 | Part Number: P0922VW 1. Product Overview 8-Channel Redundant Isolated HART Analog Output Module, designed for high-reliability critical process control loops, compatible with Foxboro I/A Series DCS and Compact 200 I/O systems. It is specialized in outputting 4–20mA+HART signals to control field actuators, with dual-module redundancy to ensure zero downtime operation.

Description

Manufacturer: Foxboro / Schneider Electric | Model: FBM218 | Part Number: P0922VW

1. Product Overview

8-Channel Redundant Isolated HART Analog Output Module, designed for high-reliability critical process control loops, compatible with Foxboro I/A Series DCS and Compact 200 I/O systems. It is specialized in outputting 4–20mA+HART signals to control field actuators, with dual-module redundancy to ensure zero downtime operation.

2. Key Specifications

  • Output Channels: 8 fully galvanic isolated analog output channels

  • Signal Type: 4–20mA DC analog output, compatible with HART 5/6/7 protocol

  • Isolation: Channel-to-channel & channel-to-ground full isolation; 600 VAC for 1 minute

  • Accuracy & Resolution: ±0.05% full scale; 13-bit resolution

  • Max Output Load: 750 Ω

  • HART Communication: 1200 baud rate; 2 messages per second per channel; max transmission distance 3030m

  • Power Supply: 24VDC backplane power (±5% tolerance); power consumption ≤7W

  • 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 (Class I Div2 / Zone 2, compliant with industrial safety standards)

3. Core Features

  • Dual-module hot redundant configuration (master/tracker) with seamless automatic switching, no signal interruption or loss

  • Full channel isolation effectively eliminates ground loops and industrial electromagnetic interference, ensuring stable signal output

  • Built-in independent HART modem per channel, supporting remote configuration, calibration and device diagnostics for HART-enabled actuators

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

  • Fault-safe configurable: Supports custom fault actions (hold last value / drop to 0mA) to ensure process safety when module fails

  • Rugged aluminum housing, designed for harsh industrial environments, with strong vibration and EMI resistance

  • Compatible with both standard 4–20mA actuators and HART smart valve positioners, supporting mixed configuration

4. Matching Accessories

Termination Assemblies (TAs): RH926SP / P0926SP; Redundancy Adapter: RH101AY; Connection Cable: RH926 series (shielded for HART communication); Redundancy Backplane Adapter: P0917XQ

5. Applications

Widely used in critical control loops of industrial automation and process control fields, including chemical, petrochemical, power, oil & gas and water treatment plants. It is mainly used for controlling HART valve positioners, regulators and 4–20mA actuators in high-reliability required scenarios such as emergency shutdown systems, critical valve control and expensive medium processing loops.
  • 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)

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