Foxboro P0917MG Industrial Automation Module

Overview

The Foxboro P0917MG is a high-performance industrial automation module designed for precise signal processing and reliable operation in demanding process control environments. Its modular design ensures seamless integration with Foxboro I/A Series and Evo™ distributed control systems, providing engineers and technicians with flexible options for motor control, field device interfacing, and signal acquisition. Moreover, the module supports redundant configurations, enhancing system reliability in critical industrial applications.

Key Features and Functional Highlights

• High Precision Signal Control: Achieves signal acquisition and output accuracy up to ±0.15%, ensuring stable process operations.

• Robust Industrial Reliability: Built to withstand dust, corrosion, and explosion hazards, suitable for harsh plant conditions.

• Flexible Signal Handling: Supports both voltage (–10 V to +10 V) and current (–20 mA to +20 mA) input ranges, with standard 4–20 mA outputs.

• Modular & Compact Design: Simplifies installation and maintenance while supporting redundant setups for continuous operation.

• Versatile Applications: Ideal for servo motor positioning, speed regulation, torque control, and field signal acquisition in automation systems.

Technical Specifications

• Power Supply: 24 V DC

• Input Voltage Range: –10 V to +10 V or –20 mA to +20 mA

• Output Signal: 4–20 mA DC

• Accuracy: ±0.15% or ±0.25% of span

• Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +60 °C

• Storage Temperature: –40 °C to +85 °C

• Humidity Range: 5% to 95% non-condensing

• Memory: 16 MB SDRAM, 32 MB Flash

• Dimensions: 35 mm × 25 mm × 15 mm

• Input Channels: Typically 16 discrete inputs

• Voltage (Contact Sense): 48 V DC (±15%)

• Isolation: Each input channel is galvanically isolated

• Short-Circuit Current: 3.2 mA

• Module Consumption (Max): 5 W

• Reliability Features: Explosion-proof, corrosion-proof, dust-proof; supports redundant configuration

Typical Applications and Use Cases

• Precise control of servo motors in manufacturing automation lines.

• Acquisition and monitoring of field signals in process control systems.

• Speed and torque regulation in critical industrial machinery.

• Integration into Foxboro I/A Series and Evo™ DCS for scalable, redundant operations.

• Real-time signal processing in harsh industrial environments.

FAQ

Q: Is the P0917MG compatible with all Foxboro DCS systems?
A: The P0917MG is compatible with I/A Series and Evo™ systems, offering flexible module configurations.

Q: What environmental conditions can the module withstand?
A: It operates reliably between 0 °C and 60 °C, with storage up to –40 °C to +85 °C, and tolerates 5–95% humidity non-condensing.

Q: Can this module handle both voltage and current signals?
A: Yes, it supports –10 V to +10 V and –20 mA to +20 mA inputs with standard 4–20 mA outputs.

Q: Does the module support redundancy for critical systems?
A: Absolutely, its modular design allows redundant configurations for enhanced system reliability.

Q: How durable is the P0917MG in harsh industrial environments?
A: It features explosion-proof, corrosion-proof, and dust-proof design to ensure reliable operation.