Overview
The FCP280 Foxboro Control Processor provides reliable, high-performance control for regulatory, logic, timing, and sequential operations. Moreover, it excels in data acquisition, alarm detection, and notification, ensuring seamless plant operation. In addition, the patented fault-tolerant design guarantees maximum availability and continuous operation. This processor is compatible with earlier Foxboro hardware, enabling smooth migration while doubling capacity and tripling performance compared to previous controllers.
Functional Highlights
This processor supports secure and efficient operation, being ISA EDSA certified for cybersecurity. Furthermore, the Online Image Upgrade (OLUG) feature allows seamless updates without system downtime. The four PIO channels connect four separate HDLC fieldbuses, providing flexible I/O integration, while plant-wide data exchange enables efficient communication across all systems. Moreover, the FCP280 has Class G3 environmental protection and CE certification, ensuring reliability in harsh industrial environments.
Technical Data
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Type | ARM® System on a Chip (SOC) |
| Memory | 128 MB SDRAM, 128 MB flash |
| Error Detection | ECC for single and multiple-bit correction |
| Fieldbus Type | HDLC |
| Transmission Rate | 2 Mbps (200 Series), 268 Kbps (100 Series) |
| Maximum Process I/O Capacity | Up to 128 FBMs (mix of 200 + 100 Series) |
| Memory Allocation for Blocks | 15.75 MB |
| Maximum Control Blocks Configured | 8000 blocks |
| Block Executions Per Second | 16,000 blocks/sec |
| Block Processing Cycle (BPC) | 50 ms minimum |
| Maximum IPC Connections | 231 (200 source points, 30 sink points) |
| Maximum OM Sink Points | 11,500 |
| Power Requirements | 24 V DC, 8.5 W max (non-fault-tolerant) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 95%, non-condensing |
| Vibration | 0.5 g (5–500 Hz) |
| Altitude | -300 m to +3,000 m (-1,000 to +10,000 ft) |
| Storage Temperature | -30°C to +85°C (-22°F to 185°F) |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 105 x 51.8 x 147 mm (4.13 x 2.04 x 5.8 in) |
| Weight | 0.8 kg (1.78 lbs) |
In addition, the processor supports high-precision control with configurable processing cycles from 50 ms to 1 second, enabling consistent, reliable plant operation.
System Integration
The FCP280 can be installed on horizontal (RH924YA) or vertical (RH924YL) baseplates. For fault-tolerant configurations, two modules are required to communicate in dedicated slots. Moreover, it integrates smoothly with legacy Foxboro controllers, providing scalable, cost-effective upgrades. Therefore, it is ideal for controlling source and sink points, block processing, and plant-wide data acquisition.
Typical Applications
The FCP280 is perfectly suited for industries requiring reliable process control:
- Refining and Petrochemicals
- Oil and Gas (Upstream and Midstream)
- Chemical and Specialty Chemicals
- Power Generation
- Metals, Mining, and Minerals
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Food and Beverage
- Life Sciences and Pharmaceuticals
Furthermore, its fault-tolerant design and robust environmental ratings allow it to operate efficiently in harsh and demanding conditions.
Details
| Weight | 0.8 kg |
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