{"product_id":"p0916cq-foxboro-fbm206-8-channel-isolated-pulse-card","title":"P0916CQ Foxboro FBM206 8-Channel Isolated Pulse Card","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoxboro FBM206 (Part Number: P0916CQ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efunctions as a high-precision pulse input interface for Foxboro I\/A Series and Evo™ distributed control systems. This module captures high-speed frequency signals from field instruments such as turbine meters, vortex flowmeters, and magnetic pickups. By providing 8 fully isolated channels, the FBM206 converts raw pulse data into accurate flow rates and totalization values for real-time process control. We supply this unit as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Brand New and Original\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring your critical metering loops operate with factory-certified accuracy and zero signal drift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoxboro (Schneider Electric)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel \/ Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFBM206 \/ P0916CQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 Individually Isolated Channels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Frequency Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 Hz to 25 kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Voltage Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 to 27 V DC (Configurable)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePulse Rate Accuracy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e±0.01% of Reading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsolation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Galvanic (Channel-to-Channel and Ground)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Impedance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 kΩ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRedundant 2 Mbps Foxboro Module Fieldbus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e–20°C to +70°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eISA Class G3 (Harsh Environment)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngineering Advantages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Speed Signal Integrity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe FBM206 processes high-frequency signals up to 25 kHz per channel. This high-bandwidth capability allows the module to interface with modern high-resolution flowmeters, ensuring the control system captures every pulse for precise batching and custody transfer applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Galvanic Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEvery input channel features dedicated galvanic isolation. This architecture eliminates ground loops and protects the DCS backplane from field-side electrical noise or surges, which is critical when sensors reside in distant or electrically \"noisy\" areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocal Totalization \u0026amp; Scaling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module performs pulse rate calculations and scaling locally before transmitting data to the control processor. This onboard processing reduces the computational load on the main controller and ensures that totalization continues even during momentary communication interruptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuggedized for Harsh Sectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCarrying an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISA Class G3 rating\u003c\/strong\u003e, the FBM206 withstands corrosive atmospheres, including high concentrations of chemical vapors and moisture. This makes it suitable for offshore platforms, chemical plants, and refineries where standard electronics often fail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHot-Swappable Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe module supports hot-swapping on the system baseplate. Maintenance teams replace units without disconnecting field wiring or powering down the rack, significantly reducing Mean Time to Repair (MTTR) and preventing process downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat types of sensors can I connect to the FBM206?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FBM206 interfaces with 2-wire pulse sensors, including turbine meters, vortex flowmeters, and dry contact switches. It supports a wide input voltage range (7 to 27 V DC), allowing it to work with a diverse array of manufacturer-specific pulse outputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this module guarantee \"no missed pulses\"?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. As long as the input signal remains within the 10 Hz to 25 kHz frequency range and the specified voltage thresholds, the high-resolution internal processing hardware captures every pulse for accurate totalization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the FBM206 be used in a redundant configuration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module communicates over the redundant Foxboro Fieldbus (Dual Path A\/B), providing high availability at the communication level. For application-level redundancy, you can configure paired modules depending on your specific DCS strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I confirm this unit is 100% Brand New?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Foxboro FBM206 we provide is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% brand new and original factory stock\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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