FCP280 | Foxboro Fault-Tolerant Field Control Processor
Manufacturer: Foxboro
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Part Number: FCP280
Condition：New with Original Package
Product Type: Fault-Tolerant Field Control Processor
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Country of Origin: USA
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months
FOXBORO FCP280 | Field Control Processor Module
Product Overview
The FOXBORO FCP280 is a high-performance, field-mounted control processor for the Foxboro DCS architecture. It executes regulatory, logic, timing, and sequential control while performing data acquisition, alarm detection, and notification.
Designed for fault-tolerant operation, the FCP280 ensures uninterrupted performance in mission-critical industrial applications. It supports both 100 Series and 200 Series Fieldbus Modules (FBMs) and communicates over a 100 Mbps Ethernet Control Network, making it ideal for oil & gas, chemical, power, and pharmaceutical industries.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | FCP280 |
| Function | Field-mounted control processor for Foxboro DCS |
| Control Capabilities | Regulatory, logic, timing, sequential control, data acquisition, alarms |
| FBM Support | Up to 128 FBMs (64 per Fieldbus chain; 100 and 200 Series supported) |
| Fieldbus Communication | 2 Mbps HDLC Fieldbus |
| Control Network Interface | Dual Ethernet ports (fiber or copper, 100 Mbps) |
| Redundancy | Fault-tolerant dual-module configuration |
| Self-Hosting Mode | Operates independently using stored control database |
| Online Image Upgrade | OLUG and Enhanced OLUG for runtime firmware updates |
| Processor Load Monitoring | CP overload protection and performance alerts |
| Display & Indicators | LCD for role/status; LEDs for module health and communication |
| Power Supply | 24 V DC (redundant input supported via baseplate) |
| Mounting Type | Vertical baseplate (2-position or 4-position) |
| Operating Temperature | –20°C to +60°C |
| Housing | Die-cast aluminum, ventless, rugged industrial-grade |
| Certifications | CE, UL, RoHS, IEC 61131-2 compliant |
FAQ
Q: What type of control functions does the FCP280 perform?
A: The FCP280 handles regulatory, logic, timing, sequential control, data acquisition, and alarms.
Q: How many Fieldbus Modules can it support?
A: It supports up to 128 FBMs with FEM100 expansion modules and 64 natively per Fieldbus chain.
Q: Is the module fault-tolerant?
A: Yes, it supports a dual-module fault-tolerant configuration for continuous operation.
Q: What communication interfaces are available?
A: It includes dual 100 Mbps Ethernet ports (fiber or copper) and 2 Mbps HDLC Fieldbus.
Q: Can firmware be updated online?
A: Yes, the FCP280 supports OLUG and Enhanced OLUG for runtime firmware upgrades.
Q: What is the shipping and warranty policy?
A: All units are full new original Foxboro, shipped within 3 days to 2 weeks, with a 30-day quality guarantee.