Foxboro P0973BN Two-Bay Redundant Power Supply Module – Product Description

Overview

The Foxboro P0973BN is a two-bay redundant power supply chassis designed for Foxboro I/A Series distributed control systems (DCS). It provides reliable DC power distribution to critical modules such as P0973BH, BJ, BK, and BL. Moreover, its robust industrial-grade design ensures stable operation in harsh environments, minimizing downtime and supporting continuous process automation. The chassis enables flexible configuration and seamless integration into existing DCS architectures.

Technical Specifications

• Model: P0973BN

• Type: Input/Output (I/O) Module / Redundant Power Supply Chassis

• System Compatibility: Foxboro I/A Series DCS

• Processor Configuration: Single processor (dual for fault-tolerant setups)

• Memory: 16 MB SDRAM, 32 MB Flash

• Input Voltage: 24 VDC (supports redundant supply)

• Power Consumption: Max ~8.5 W per non-fault-tolerant module

• Operating Temperature: 0 °C to +60 °C (32 °F to 140 °F)

• Storage Temperature: –40 °C to +85 °C

• Humidity Range: 5% – 95% non-condensing

• Dimensions (H × W × D): 14.7 × 5.15 × 11.4 cm

• Weight: 0.6 kg (shipping weight 1.5 kg)

• Country of Origin: USA (some batches assembled elsewhere)

• Application Areas: Oil & gas, chemical plants, refining, power generation, pulp & paper, water treatment

FAQ

Q1: What modules are compatible with the P0973BN chassis?
A: Compatible with P0973BH, BJ, BK, and BL modules for redundant power operation.

Q2: Can it support dual-module fault-tolerant configurations?
A: Yes, it allows a dual-module setup for uninterrupted power delivery.

Q3: What is the operating temperature range?
A: The chassis operates between 0 °C and +60 °C (32 °F to 140 °F).

Q4: Is it suitable for harsh industrial environments?
A: Yes, it is designed for high reliability in oil & gas and chemical plants.

Q5: What type of warranty is included?
A: It comes with a 12-month standard warranty and Radwell 2-year coverage.