Product Description
Foxboro GW30B P0961BD Invensys I/A Series Gateway Module
Product Overview
- The Foxboro GW30B P0961BD is a Gateway Module from the Invensys I/A Series (now part of Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure Foxboro DCS). This module serves as a communication interface between the I/A Series control system and external systems or devices, enabling data exchange over various protocols. It is used in industrial automation applications, such as oil and gas, chemical processing, and power generation, to integrate the I/A Series DCS with third-party systems, PLCs, or other control networks.
Technical Specifications
- The GW30B P0961BD has the following specifications based on industry sources:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model/Part Number | GW30B P0961BD |
| Manufacturer | Foxboro (Invensys, now Schneider Electric) |
| Description | I/A Series Gateway Module for External System Communication |
| Series | Invensys I/A Series |
| Function | Facilitates communication between I/A Series DCS and external systems/devices |
| Communication Ports | Typically 2–4 ports (Ethernet, RS-232, or RS-485, depending on configuration) |
| Communication Protocols | Modbus, OPC, or other proprietary protocols (configurable, depending on firmware) |
| Baud Rate | Up to 115.2 kbps for serial ports; 10/100 Mbps for Ethernet (if applicable) |
| Isolation | Galvanic isolation between communication ports and system bus |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC (supplied via I/A Series backplane) |
| Power Consumption | Approx. 5–7 W (typical for gateway modules) |
| Environmental Specifications | Ambient Temperature: 0°C to +60°C Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing Shock: 15 g, 11 ms Vibration: 1 g, 10–500 Hz |
| Dimensions | Approx. 170 mm (H) x 35 mm (W) x 150 mm (D) (standard I/A Series module size) |
| Weight | Approx. 0.5 kg |
| Mounting | Plugs into I/A Series baseplate |
| Certifications | CE, UL, CSA, suitable for non-hazardous environments |