Foxboro FCP270 Field Control Processor

Overview

The Foxboro FCP270 is a Field Control Processor designed for Foxboro's I/A Series control systems. It is a distributed, optionally fault-tolerant, field-mounted controller that performs process control and alarming functions according to a user-defined control strategy1. The FCP270 connects to the Foxboro Evo control network via standard fiber optic 100 Mbps Ethernet.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Foxboro

• Part Number: FCP270

• Product Type: Field Control Processor

• Platform: Foxboro I/A Series

• Control Functions: Regulatory, logic, timing, and sequential control

• Data Acquisition: Performs data acquisition and alarm detection and notification

• Fieldbus Connections: Supports up to 32 200 Series Fieldbus Modules (FBMs) or up to 128 200 Series FBMs with a Fieldbus Expansion Module 100 (FEM100)

• Fieldbus Protocol: Supports both 2 Mbps and 268 Kbps HDLC fieldbuses

• Operating Voltage: 24 VDC

• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

• Housing: Rugged, die-cast aluminum for mounting in non-vented field enclosures

• Certifications: CE certified for field mounting in enclosures

• Fault Tolerance: Optional fault-tolerant operation using two control modules for improved reliability

• Dimensions: 4.5 cm x 11 cm x 11.5 cm

• Weight: 0.2 kg