FOXBORO FCP270

Description

FOXBORO FCP270 is a field control processor (FCP) that is widely used in industrial automation and process control systems. Here is a detailed overview of its parameters, specifications, dimensions, weight, series, features, and applications in English:

Parameters and Specifications:

• Memory: The FCP270 comes with 16 MB of SDRAM and 32 MB of flash memory¹²³⁴.
• Input Voltage (Redundant Voltage): The typical input voltage is 24 V DC¹²³⁴.
• Power Consumption: The maximum power consumption per non-fault-tolerant module is 8.5 W¹²³⁴.
• Operating Temperature: The FCP270 can operate in a temperature range of 0 to +60°C (+32 to +140°F)¹²³⁴.

Dimensions and Weight:

• Dimensions: The FCP270 measures 14.7 cm in length, 5.15 cm in width, and 11.4 cm in height¹²³⁴.
• Weight: It has a weight of 0.6 kilograms, with a shipping weight of 1.5 kilograms¹²³⁴.

Series:

• The FCP270 belongs to the FOXBORO (now Schneider Electric) series of field control processors¹²³

Features:

• Control and Monitoring: The FCP270 can execute control algorithms and logic, together with connected Fieldbus Modules (FBM), to perform regulation, timing, and sequential control. It also performs data acquisition, alarm detection, and notification²³⁴⁶⁷.
• Fieldbus Connectivity: The FCP270 supports up to 32 series 200 FBMs, 128 series 200 FBMs with Fieldbus Extension Module 100 (FEM100), and 64 series 100 FBMs. It does not require a Fieldbus Communication Module²³⁴.
• Ethernet Connectivity: It connects to the mesh control network through a standard 100 Mbps Ethernet fiber optic connection²³⁴.
• Durable Design: The FCP270 uses a robust die-cast aluminum housing and is suitable for use in G3 harsh environments²³⁴⁷.
• Certifications: The housing of the FCP270 is CE-certified for field installation²⁴.
• Fault Tolerance: With two processor modules, the FCP270 offers unique patented fault-tolerant operation, greatly enhancing reliability compared to other process controllers².

Applications:

• The FOXBORO FCP270 is suitable for a wide range of industrial automation and process control applications, including temperature control systems, pressure and flow control, level monitoring and control, and data acquisition and monitoring⁷.
• It finds applications in various industries such as manufacturing (automotive, electronics, food processing, pharmaceutical), power generation, building automation, medical equipment, transportation and traffic signal systems, environmental monitoring, agriculture, and laboratory equipment⁵⁷.