Foxboro FBM214/216 P0916BX HART Communication Input Interface Module

Overview

The Foxboro FBM214/216 P0916BX is a high-performance HART Communication Input Interface Module. It supports both analog and digital HART signals, allowing precise data acquisition in industrial automation systems. Each of its eight channels handles standard 4–20 mA signals and overlays digital HART data. The module ensures high reliability, galvanic isolation, and fast communication, making it ideal for process industries.

Technical Specifications

Product Type: HART Communication Input Interface Module
Manufacturer: Foxboro (Schneider Electric)
Model Number: FBM214/216 P0916BX

Analog Input Channels:

• Number of Channels: 8

• Input Signal Types:

• 4–20 mA analog signals

• HART digital FSK signals over analog

Performance:

• Communication Speed: 2 HART messages per second

• Update Rate: 100 ms per channel

• Integration Time: 500 ms

• Resolution: 15 bits

Accuracy and Isolation:

• Accuracy: ±0.03% of full scale

• Temperature Coefficient: 50 ppm/°C

• Sense Resistor: 61.5 Ω nominal

• Input Resistance:

• 280 Ω (externally powered)

• 302 Ω (internally powered)

• Galvanic Isolation: Isolated from logic and ground

• Common Mode Rejection: >100 dB at 50/60 Hz

• Normal Mode Rejection: >35 dB at 50/60 Hz

Environmental Specifications:

• Storage Temperature: -40 to +70°C (-40 to +158°F)

• Relative Humidity: 5 to 95% (non-condensing)