Foxboro FCP280 High-Speed RH924WA Process Controller

Foxboro FCP280 Field Control Processor

The Foxboro FCP280 is a high-performance field control processor. It is part of the I/A Series distributed control system. This processor executes complex control strategies with high speed. 

Key Features

• High-Speed Processing: Executes up to 16,000 control blocks per second.
• Fault-Tolerant Design: Supports redundant power and network adapters.
• Robust Memory: 128 MB SDRAM and 128 MB flash for applications.
• Advanced Error Handling: ECC memory for single-bit correction and multi-bit detection.
• Flexible Connectivity: Compatible with RH924WA fiber adapter for network communication.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Foxboro (Schneider Electric)
• Model: FCP280
• Product Type: Field Control Processor
• System Compatibility: Foxboro I/A Series DCS
• Input Power: 24 V DC (Redundant input supported)
• Power Consumption (Single Module): Up to 11 W (with redundant network adapters)
• Power Consumption (Fault-Tolerant Pair): Up to 20 W (with redundant network adapters)
• Processor Core: ARM® System-on-Chip (SoC)
• Working Memory (SDRAM): 128 MB with ECC
• Non-Volatile Memory (Flash): 128 MB
• Processing Speed: Up to 16,000 block executions per second
• Minimum Block Processing Cycle (BPC): 50 ms
• Maximum Sequence Block Size: 32 kB
• Fiber Adapter: RH924WA
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 105 mm x 51.8 mm x 147 mm (4.13" x 2.04" x 5.79")
• Dimensions (with Mounting Lugs): 116 mm x 51.8 mm x 147 mm (4.7" x 2.04" x 5.79")
• Weight: Approximately 0.9 kg (2.0 lbs)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +60°C (32°F to 140°F)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the main advantage of the 50 ms Block Processing Cycle?

• A: It defines the fastest possible update rate for control logic. A 50 ms BPC allows for very responsive control of fast processes, improving loop performance and system stability.

Q: Can the FCP280 operate without redundancy?

• A: Yes. It can be deployed as a single unit. The redundant power and network capabilities are optional configurations for applications requiring higher availability.

Q: What does "ECC" memory provide?

• A: Error-Correcting Code (ECC) memory automatically detects and corrects single-bit errors and detects multi-bit errors. This significantly improves data integrity and processor reliability in electrically noisy industrial environments.