{"product_id":"foxboro-p0972uc-evo-redundant-fbm-baseplate","title":"Foxboro P0972UC Evo Redundant FBM Baseplate","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFoxboro P0972UC Redundant FBM Baseplate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro P0972UC\u003c\/strong\u003e, also cataloged as the \u003cstrong\u003eP0972UC\u003c\/strong\u003e Redundant FBM Baseplate Assembly, operates as a dedicated hardware component for backplane bus distribution and signal routing within Foxboro Evo and I\/A Series platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cfigure class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eP0972UC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnited States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e63.5 x 124.46 x 307.34 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to +60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to +85 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard Backplane Bus Load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Slots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual slots for redundant FBM installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupported Modules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFBM217, FBM218, FBM219\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommunication Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRedundant Module Fieldbus to System Backplane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol \u0026amp; Channel-to-Channel Isolation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe baseplate structure maintains channel-to-system galvanic isolation paths between installed fieldbus modules and the primary control network backplane. Embedded traces handle power distribution rails and high-speed communication link paths without degrading 4-20 mA HART loop protocol signals or fieldbus packet transmission integrity. This internal layout prevents cross-channel noise propagation, blocks earth potential loops, and preserves continuous signal routing across dual-module redundant pairings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Does the P0972UC baseplate support hot-swapping of individual Fieldbus Modules during live system operation?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, maintenance personnel can insert or replace an individual Fieldbus Module on either slot of the baseplate without de-energizing the power distribution rails or interrupting backplane communication on the active adjacent slot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Can single-module (non-redundant) configurations operate on the P0972UC baseplate assembly?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, a single module can occupy one slot on the baseplate, but full fault-tolerant hardware redundancy requires installing matched module pairs across both slots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What mechanisms protect the baseplate bus communication during field wiring short circuits?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Power supply rails integrated within the baseplate work alongside module internal current-limiting circuits and galvanic isolation barriers to prevent localized field wiring faults from dragging down the system communication bus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Installation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the baseplate horizontally or vertically onto the cabinet enclosure DIN-rail or panel frame using dedicated mounting points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect primary power bus feeders to the baseplate terminal blocks, verifying proper polarity before energizing loop power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the cabinet frame ground conductor directly to the grounding stud on the baseplate assembly to establish a low-impedance earth return.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign module rear backplane connectors with the baseplate slot guides and press firmly until locking mechanisms click into engagement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDress incoming field I\/O wiring separately from high-voltage AC lines inside cabinet ducts, and terminate cable shield drain wires at a single cabinet ground bar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43927793827939,"sku":"P0972UC","price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0583\/5246\/8067\/files\/48.1_6ffaad4c-f5be-4c11-ab52-d325cddfd93c.jpg?v=1789610245","url":"https:\/\/www.autocontrolglobal.com\/products\/foxboro-p0972uc-evo-redundant-fbm-baseplate","provider":"AutoControl Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}