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General Information
• Manufacturer: Foxboro
• Model/Part Number: FBM214 P0916BX
Description
The FBM214b HART Communication Input Module contains eight 4 to 20 mA individually isolated analog input channels. It supports a mix of standard 4-20 mA devices and HART devices, providing point-to-point communication with error checking and optimized response rates.
Functional Specifications
| Parameter | Value | 
|---|---|
| Supported HART Instrument Types | HART Version 5, 6, or 7 compliant devices | 
| Interface | 8 individually isolated channels | 
| Communication to Device | Point-to-point, master/slave, asynchronous, half-duplex, 1200 baud | 
| Error Checking | Parity on each byte, CRC check byte | 
| Speed | 2 messages per second | 
| Fastest Allowed ECB Block Period | 100 ms (refer to sizing guidelines for optimal loading) | 
| Maximum Distance (FBM214b to Field Device) | Up to 3030 m (10,000 ft), per HART FSK physical layer specification HCF_SPEC-54, Rev 8.1 | 
| Internal Loop Supply Compliance Voltage at Termination Assembly | 18.5 V DC minimum at 20.5 mA | 
| Current Inputs | - Sense Resistor: 61.5 Ω nominal - Total Input Resistance: 280 Ω nominal | 
| Accuracy (Includes Nonlinearity) | ±0.03% of full scale | 
| Temperature Coefficient | 50 ppm/°C | 
| Resolution | 15 bits | 
| Update Rate | 100 ms | 
| Integration Time | 500 ms | 
| Common Mode Rejection | >100 dB at 50 or 60 Hz | 
| Normal Mode Rejection | >35 dB at 50 or 60 Hz | 
| Input Resistance Including Termination Assembly | - Externally Powered: 282 Ω - Internally Powered: 302 Ω | 
Power Requirements
| Parameter | Value | 
|---|---|
| Input Voltage Range (Redundant) | 24 V DC +5% / -10% | 
| Power Consumption | 7 W (maximum) | 
| Heat Dissipation | 4 W (maximum) | 
Environmental Specifications
| Condition | Operating | Storage | 
|---|---|---|
| Temperature (Module) | -20 to +70°C (-4 to +158°F) | -40 to +70°C (-40 to +158°F) | 
| Temperature (Termination Assembly) | -20 to +70°C (-4 to +158°F) | -40 to +70°C (-40 to +158°F) | 
| Relative Humidity | 5 to 95% (non-condensing) | 5 to 95% (non-condensing) | 
| Altitude | -300 to +3,000 m (-1,000 to +10,000 ft) | -300 to +12,000 m (-1,000 to +40,000 ft) | 
| Contamination | Suitable for Class G3 (Harsh) environments, per ISA S71.04, tested per EIA 364-65, Class III | |
| Vibration | 7.5 m/s² (0.75 g) from 5 to 500 Hz | - | 
Physical Specifications
| Parameter | Value | 
|---|---|
| Module Weight | 284 g (10 oz) | 
| Termination Assembly Weight | Compression: 181 g (0.40 lb) | 
| Dimensions (Module) | - Height: 102 mm (4 in), 114 mm (4.5 in) including mounting lugs - Width: 45 mm (1.75 in) - Depth: 104 mm (4.11 in) | 
 
           
     
    