Brief: Thinking about an upgrade? This short demo helps you evaluate the fit. Watch as we demonstrate the Foxboro FCP270 Field Control Processor's capabilities in harsh industrial environments. You'll see how it connects to the Foxboro Evo network via 100 Mbps Ethernet and learn about its fault-tolerant configuration with two processor modules for maximum reliability.
Related Product Features:
Performs regulatory, logic, timing, and sequential control with connected Fieldbus Modules for diverse process applications.
Supports data acquisition, alarm detection, and notification for comprehensive process monitoring.
Connects to Foxboro Evo control network via standard fiber optic 100 Mbps Ethernet with time synchronization support.
Features rugged, die-cast aluminum housing for operation in Class G3 harsh environments and CE certification.
Offers patented fault-tolerant operation using two control modules to greatly improve system reliability.
Supports up to 32 200 Series FBMs directly, expandable to 128 with Fieldbus Expansion Module 100.
Enables online image updates of fault-tolerant FCP270 without requiring process shutdown.
Uses soft letterbugs configurable via I/A Series system Letterbug Configurator on Pocket PC.
FAQs:
What type of environments is the FCP270 Field Control Processor designed for?
The FCP270 is designed for Class G3 harsh environments and features a rugged, die-cast aluminum housing suitable for mounting in non-vented field enclosures with CE certification.
How does the fault-tolerant configuration work with the FCP270?
The fault-tolerant operation uses two processor modules installed in adjacent FCP270 slots in a supported baseplate, enabling high-speed inter-module communication to greatly improve reliability while allowing online image updates without process shutdown.
What fieldbus modules and systems are compatible with the FCP270?
The FCP270 supports up to 32 200 Series FBMs (expandable to 128 with FEM100) and up to 64 100 Series FBMs, compatible with various systems including Siemens APACS+, Westinghouse WDPF, Fisher PROVOX, and Honeywell TDC systems.
What network connectivity does the FCP270 provide?
The FCP270 connects to the Foxboro Evo control network via standard fiber optic 100 Mbps Ethernet and supports time synchronization using optional external time from GPS satellites.