FOXBORO FCP280 RH924YA

Description

Product Description

Product Parameters

• Brand/Model: FOXBORO FCP280 RH924YA
• Core Processing Parameters
  • Processor: Dual-core 1.5 GHz ruggedized industrial CPU (extended temperature range)
  • Memory: 8 GB DDR4 RAM (non-expandable), 32 GB industrial-grade flash storage (shock-resistant)
  • Control Execution Rate: 0.5ms (minimum logic scan time), 5ms (standard PID loop update)
  • Supported I/O Capacity: Up to 2048 I/O points (via Foxboro FBM modules)
  • Communication Protocols: Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, Foundation Fieldbus H1, PROFIBUS DP, HART (all with surge protection)
• Redundancy & Reliability Parameters
  • Redundancy: Hot standby (1:1) with automatic failover (< 50ms switchover time)
  • Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): > 300,000 hours (per Telcordia SR-332, harsh environment rating)
  • Fault Detection: Built-in self-test (BIST), watchdog timer, hardware health monitoring (temperature/vibration)
  • Power Supply: Redundant wide-range 12-48V DC input (surge-protected, -40°C to +85°C operational)
• Environmental & Physical Parameters
  • Operating Temperature: -40°C ~ +75°C (extended extreme range)
  • Storage Temperature: -55°C ~ +85°C
  • Vibration Resistance: 15g (10-2000Hz, IEC 60068-2-6)
  • Shock Resistance: 50g (11ms half-sine wave, IEC 60068-2-27)
  • Protection Grade: IP30 (rack-mount, dust-resistant)
  • Dimensions: 175mm (W) × 350mm (H) × 400mm (D) (19-inch rack-compatible, ruggedized chassis)
  • Installation: 2U rack-mount (redundant configuration requires 4U, corrosion-resistant mounting hardware)

Advantages & Features

1. Extreme Environment Ruggedization: FOXBORO FCP280 RH924YA operates in -40°C to +75°C temperatures, withstands 15g vibration and 50g shock, and features corrosion-resistant hardware—ideal for offshore platforms, arctic facilities, and desert industrial sites where standard controllers fail.
2. Enhanced Processing Performance: The 1.5 GHz dual-core CPU and 0.5ms scan time enable ultra-fast execution of complex control strategies (e.g., real-time optimization, predictive maintenance algorithms) in time-critical harsh-environment applications.
3. Uninterrupted Redundant Operation: Hot standby redundancy with < 50ms failover ensures continuous control even in remote locations with limited maintenance access, minimizing downtime risks in isolated industrial operations.
4. Wide-Range Power & Surge Protection: 12-48V DC wide-range power input and surge-protected communication ports eliminate the need for external power conditioning, simplifying installation in remote sites with unstable power grids.

Application Fields & Cases

1. Offshore Oil Platform Process Control: A North Sea offshore oil operator deployed FOXBORO FCP280 RH924YA redundant processors to control wellhead separation systems. The -40°C operational temperature and 15g vibration resistance withstood harsh marine conditions, while redundancy prevented production halts during extreme weather events.
2. Arctic Mining Operation Control: An arctic gold mine used FOXBORO FCP280 RH924YA to manage ore processing and refrigeration systems in -35°C ambient temperatures. The processor’s ruggedized flash storage and shock resistance survived transport via snowmobile to remote mine sites, and fast scan times ensured precise control of critical refrigeration loops.
3. Desert Refinery Turbine Control: A Middle Eastern desert refinery integrated FOXBORO FCP280 RH924YA redundant processors to control gas turbines in 55°C ambient temperatures. The wide-range power input accommodated unstable local power grids, and corrosion-resistant hardware prevented damage from sand and salt air, reducing maintenance costs by 40%.

Competitor Comparison

Selection Suggestions & Precautions

1. Selection Suggestions: FOXBORO FCP280 RH924YA is ideal for Foxboro I/A Series DCS users operating in extreme environments (offshore, arctic, desert) or remote locations with limited maintenance access. For standard industrial environments, choose the base FOXBORO FCP280; for Emerson/Siemens DCS, select their ruggedized controller variants.
2. Precautions:
   • Use only Foxboro-certified ruggedized FBM I/O modules (e.g., FBM237 RH914XS) to maintain environmental compatibility—standard FBM modules will fail in extreme temperatures/vibration.
   • Install the processor in a sealed, dust-resistant rack enclosure (IP30 or higher) to protect against sand, salt, or debris in harsh environments.
   • Verify that the power supply meets the 12-48V DC wide-range input requirements; avoid using unregulated power sources in remote locations to prevent surge damage.
   • Perform quarterly hardware health checks (temperature/vibration monitoring via built-in diagnostics) to identify early signs of component degradation in extreme environments.
   • Use corrosion-resistant mounting hardware (included with the unit) for offshore or coastal installations to prevent rust and ensure structural stability.

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