{"product_id":"fieldbus-communication-board-p0917hd-foxboro-fbm223","title":"Fieldbus Communication Board | P0917HD Foxboro FBM223","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Foxboro FBM223 P0917HD functions as a high-performance PROFIBUS-DP communication gateway for the Foxboro I\/A Series Distributed Control System (DCS). This module enables the seamless integration of intelligent field devices—including variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor control centers (MCCs), and remote I\/O—directly into the DCS control strategy. By supporting the EN 50170 standard, the FBM223 handles complex data exchange at speeds up to 12 Mbit\/s across two isolated channels. It serves as a mission-critical bridge for power generation and substation automation, where high-speed diagnostics and fault-tolerant connectivity remain mandatory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FBM223 P0917HD utilizes advanced microprocessor logic to manage massive fieldbus data throughput:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFoxboro (Schneider Electric \/ Invensys)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFBM223 P0917HD (100% Brand New)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtocol:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePROFIBUS-DP (Master) compliant with EN 50170\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Channels:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2 Isolated PROFIBUS-DP buses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eData Rates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9.6 kbit\/s to 12 Mbit\/s (Auto-baud detection)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlave Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSupports up to 126 PROFIBUS-DP slave devices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRedundancy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDual-port fault-tolerant communication architecture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHigh-level galvanic isolation between fieldbus and system logic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e–40°C to +70°C (Extended industrial range)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Supply:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRedundant independent DC inputs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDIN rail or 8-slot rack-mounted baseplate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e150 mm × 100 mm × 50 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIP20; Class 1 Division 2 \/ Zone 2 compliant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FBM223 P0917HD resolves specialized communication bottlenecks in large-scale automation:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtensive Third-Party Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis module eliminates proprietary protocol barriers. It allows the Foxboro DCS to control and monitor up to 126 non-Foxboro devices, such as Siemens drives or ABB intelligent sensors, through a standardized PROFIBUS interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Temperature Resilience:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnlike standard commercial gateways, the P0917HD operates reliably from –40°C to +70°C. This makes it ideal for unheated substation cabinets or high-temperature processing areas in chemical plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Disruptive Maintenance (Hot-Swap):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module supports full hot-swap capability. Technicians replace the unit without disconnecting field wiring or powering down the baseplate, ensuring zero process interruption during hardware updates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Real-Time Diagnostics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIntegrated firmware monitors baud rate consistency, temperature, and voltage levels. LED indicators provide immediate visual status for each channel, allowing maintenance teams to pinpoint bus errors or physical layer issues without external analyzers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the FBM223 P0917HD support PROFIBUS-PA devices?\u003c\/strong\u003eThe FBM223 natively supports PROFIBUS-DP. To connect PROFIBUS-PA instrumentation (typically used in intrinsic safety areas), you must utilize a DP\/PA segment coupler between the FBM223 and the field devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I configure the slave addresses for the connected devices?\u003c\/strong\u003eYou manage device addressing and GSD file integration through the Foxboro I\/A Series configuration software. The FBM223 then scans the bus and maps the slave data into the DCS database based on your defined scan cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the benefit of the dual-port design?\u003c\/strong\u003eThe dual ports allow for physical media redundancy. If a cable break occurs on one PROFIBUS segment, the module maintains communication via the redundant path (when used in a redundant configuration), preventing a total loss of field data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this P0917HD unit compatible with older Foxboro baseplates?\u003c\/strong\u003eThe FBM223 fits standard 200 Series baseplates. However, always verify that your system’s Letterbug and software environment support the P0917HD hardware revision to ensure the 12 Mbit\/s data rates remain stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43698119508067,"sku":"FBM223 P0917HD","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/2_f56302fc-eab0-485e-a9bb-f0ddc3f0b8b1.jpg?v=1775120114","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/fieldbus-communication-board-p0917hd-foxboro-fbm223","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}