1. Technical Parameter

l Communication Protocol: Foundation Fieldbus H1.

l Number of Channels: Foxboro FBM204 has four analog input channels and four analog output channels.

l Input Type: Universal, therefore supporting a variety of input signals, such as a 4 to 20 mA transmitter or self-powered 20 mA power supply.

l Output Type: Digital providing discrete output signals from 0 to 20 mA output.

l Input Range: -25 to +25 mA DC.

l Accuracy: ±0.1% of span.

l Update Rate: 250 ms per channel.

l Power Consumption: 1.5 W/Channel at full unit load.

l Operating Temperature Range: -40 to +85 °C.

2. Function Features

l Advanced diagnostic and self-testing features: Foxboro FBM204 is characterized by advanced diagnostics and self-testing functions, continuously monitoring the operating status of this module and the integrity of the measurement data. These may alert the user quickly in the event of any abnormalities for maintenance and troubleshooting promptly.

l Configurable conversion: Foxboro FBM204 supports configurable conversion time and options for rate limiting, thereby catering to different application requirements and increasing flexibility.

l DPIDA Control Block Support: It supports the DPIDA control block, having more complex control strategies and algorithms available and meeting the needs of different control scenarios.

l Output Bypass Station Compatibility: It can be coupled with an output bypass station that keeps the output live while maintenance is carried out to ensure continuity of the control process.

l High Precision and Accuracy: The accuracy of ±0.1% of span ensures that the measured and output signals are very closely aligned with actual values and form a guaranteed sound basis for accurate control and monitoring of industrial processes.

l Strong compatibility and integration: Foxboro FBM204 is compatible with Foundation Fieldbus H1, among other communication protocols, and will integrate with the Foxboro I/A Series distributed control system and other devices and systems in the industrial automation network with little or no additional effort for system expansion and integration.

3. Applications

l Petroleum and Natural Gas Industry: It is applied to control and monitoring of oil and gas flow, in the processing plants and other processes: measure and control the flow rate of taking oil and gas in pipelines and storage facilities- to ensure the smooth off of the production processes.

l Pharmaceutical Industry: In pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, Foxboro FBM204 can control and monitor critical parameters such as temperature, pressure, and flow in reaction kettles, drying chambers, and filling lines to guarantee the quality and consistency of pharmaceutical products.

l Food and Beverage Industry: It provides monitoring and control of all kinds of parameters that include temperature, pressure, and flow in food processing equipment such as sterilizers, pasteurizers, and filling machines to ensure food safety and product quality.

l Water Treatment Industry: In water treatment plants, the Foxboro FBM204 is used for measuring and controlling parameters such as water flow, pressure, and water quality in processes such as filtration, disinfection, and desalination to ensure the quality of the treated water and the seamless functioning of the water treatment system.

Building Automation: In building automation management and security systems, Foxboro FBM204 can be applied to monitor and control the operation status of equipment such as air conditioners, elevators, and access control systems, thus enhancing the comfort and safety of the building.