Schneider Electric FBM223 P0926GX | DCS Communication Card

Product Overview

The FBM223 (Part Number: P0926GX) is a high-performance Ethernet Communication Interface Module designed for the Foxboro I/A Series Distributed Control System (DCS). It serves as a vital bridge between field devices and the central control station, enabling high-speed data exchange and seamless integration of third-party device status and I/O information.

Engineered for mission-critical industrial automation, the FBM223 (Model: FBM223) supports redundant operation to ensure continuous communication in the event of a single point of failure. The module is built to withstand demanding environments, featuring a Class G3 harsh environment rating and a wide operating temperature range. It is commonly utilized to interface the DCS with PLCs, motor control centers (MCCs), and other Ethernet-enabled field instrumentation via standard TCP/IP or UDP/IP protocols.

Detailed Technical Specifications

The FBM223 P0926GX provides deterministic communication for large-scale device integration.

• Manufacturer: Foxboro (by Schneider Electric)

• Model Number: FBM223

• Part Number: P0926GX

• Product Type: Ethernet Communication Interface Module

• System Compatibility: Foxboro I/A Series DCS / EcoStruxure Foxboro

• Ethernet Interface: 10/100 Mbps (Auto-negotiating) via RJ-45

• Device Capacity: Supports communication with up to 64 field devices

• DCI Block Capacity: Supports up to 2000 Distributed Control Interface (DCI) blocks

• Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP/IP (Application-specific drivers available)

• Redundancy: Supports module-level redundant pairs for fail-safe operation

• Power Requirements: 24 V DC (+5% / -10%)

• Power Consumption: 7 W maximum

• Operating Temperature: –20 °C to +70 °C

• Environmental Rating: Class G3 (Conformal coating for harsh/corrosive environments)

• Dimensions: 102 mm x 45 mm x 104 mm

• Weight: 284 g

• Country of Origin: USA