FCP280 RH924YA Foxboro Field Control Processor Module

Overview

The Foxboro DCS Field Control Processor 280 (FCP280) is a distributed, optionally fault-tolerant, field-mounted controller module. It performs regulatory, logic, timing, and sequential control together with connected Foxboro DCS Fieldbus Modules (FBMs). Additionally, the FCP280 handles data acquisition and alarm detection and notification. It connects to the Foxboro DCS Control Network via standard fiber optic or copper 100 Mbps Ethernet cables from network adapters installed on its baseplate. The FCP280 requires Foxboro DCS Control Core Services software v9.0 or later, forming the EcoStruxure Foxboro DCS Process Automation System.

Features

• Control Functions: Performs regulatory, logic, timing, and sequential control with connected FBMs.
• Data and Alarm Management: Manages data acquisition and alarm detection/notification.
• FBM Support: Supports up to 128 Compact or standard 200 Series FBMs, 128 100 Series FBMs, or a combination, with no need for a Fieldbus Communication Module (max 64 100 Series FBMs per PIO bus/baseplate port).
• Expanded Fieldbus Support: No Fieldbus Expansion Module required.
• Self-Hosting Mode: Allows the FCP280 to boot with a valid control database without the host workstation online; control function editing not possible.
• Fault-Tolerant Operation: Uses two control modules for enhanced reliability.
• Online Image Upgrades: Supports OLUG and EOLUG for fault-tolerant FCP280 during process operation, minimizing control process disruption.
• CP Overload Protection: Notifies operators if the FCP280 nears performance limits.
• LCD Display: Shows letterbug and real-time roles/statuses.
• Network Connection: Connects via standard fiber optic or copper 100 Mbps Ethernet cables.
• Rugged Housing: Die cast aluminum housing for non-vented field enclosures.
• Harsh Environment Operation: Suitable for Class G3 environments.
• CE Certification: Certified for field mounting in enclosures.
• Fieldbus Ports: Supports 2 Mbps or 268 Kbps HDLC fieldbus per port.
• Versatile Control Algorithms: Compatible with various FBMs for a wide range of process applications.
• Time Synchronization: Supports optional external GPS time synchronization.
• Soft Letterbugs: Configurable via FCP280 faceplate keys.
• Dual Cable Baseplate: Optional baseplate for separate “A” and “B” bus cables.

Environmental Specifications

• Operating Temperature: -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)
  • Recommended use of vertically mounted baseplate (RH924YF) for better cooling.
• Storage Temperature: -40 to +70°C (-40 to +158°F)
• Relative Humidity: 5 to 95% (Noncondensing)
• Altitude:
  • Operating: -300 to +3,000 m (-1,000 to +10,000 ft)
  • Storage: -300 to +12,000 m (-1,000 to +40,000 ft)
• Contamination: Class G3 (Harsh) as per ISA Standard S71.04.
• Vibration: 0.5 g (5 to 500 Hz)

Physical Specifications

• Configuration: Single processor module; fault-tolerant version uses two modules with an interconnecting fault-tolerant connector on the baseplate.
• Mounting: Device-specific 2-position baseplates for horizontal or vertical mounting.
  • Fault-tolerant modules require dedicated slots.
• Dimensions:
  • Height: 105 mm (4.13 in) or 116 mm (4.7 in) with mounting lugs
  • Width: 51.8 mm (2.04 in)
  • Depth: 147 mm (5.79 in)
• Weight: 0.8 kg (1.76 lb) for a single, non-fault-tolerant module.

Part Numbers

• FCP280: RH924YA
• Horizontal-Mounted Baseplate: RH924YL
• Vertical-Mounted Baseplate: RH924YF
• Dual Cable Baseplate: RH100JX (Horizontal or Vertical mount)
• Fiber Adapter: RH924WA
• Copper Adapter: RH924UQ
• Splitter Adapters:
  • Twinaxial Fieldbus Splitter: RH928CV
  • Redundant Module Fieldbus Cable Adapter:
    • RH924ZJ: For use when the FCP280 is in the middle of a 200 Series baseplate chain
    • RH928CY: Enables use of redundant module Fieldbus cables between baseplates for splitting and terminating the Modular Fieldbus and optional time strobe signals
  • Time Strobe Adapter: RH924ZQ

Baseplate Environmental Specifications

• Operating Temperature: -20 to +60°C (-4 to +140°F)
• Storage Temperature: -40 to +70°C (-40 to +158°F)
• Relative Humidity: 5 to 95% (Noncondensing)
• Altitude:
  • Operating: -300 to +3,000 m (-1,000 to +10,000 ft)
  • Storage: -300 to +12,000 m (-1,000 to +40,000 ft)
• Contamination: Class G3 (Harsh) as per ISA Standard S71.04; pollution degree 2 as per IEC 664-1.

Mounting

• DIN Rail: Mounts on non-isolated, mechanically supported vertical DIN rail, either internal or external to an enclosure.
• Rack Mount: Mounting kit (P0930AS) for horizontal mounting in a standard 483 mm (19-inch) rack; not available for the dual cable baseplate.
• Dual Cable Baseplate: Built-in supports for vertical or horizontal DIN rail mounting.

Rack Mounting Bracket

• Material: Steel, Cold-Rolled, 0.0598 mm (16 Gauge)
• Mass (Without Modules): ~0.45 kg (1.0 lb)
• Size:
  • Height: 120 mm (4.72 in)
  • Width: 216 mm (8.5 in)
  • Depth: 27.1 mm (1.07 in)

Dual Cable Baseplate

• Size:
  • Height: 150 mm (5.90 in)
  • Width: 247 mm (9.72 in)
  • Depth: 31.5 mm (1.24 in)
• Construction:
  • Material: PC and ABS, inflammability UL94 V0
  • Color: Black

Modular Fieldbus Cabling

• Cable Lengths: 0.125 m (5 in) to 60 m (198 ft)
• Overall Cable Length: 60 m (198 ft) total allowable cable length