{"product_id":"foxboro-i-a-series-fbm214-hart-communication-module","title":"Foxboro FBM214 (RH927AH) I\/A Series HART Communication Analog Input Module","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Foxboro FBM214 (RH927AH) is a high-performance analog input module designed for the I\/A Series distributed control system. It provides eight isolated input channels for 4-20 mA DC signals with integrated support for bidirectional HART protocol communication. This module is essential for process automation in industries such as petrochemical refining, water treatment, and pharmaceutical manufacturing, enabling both primary process variable acquisition and secondary device diagnostics. By facilitating remote instrument configuration and health monitoring, the FBM214 supports predictive maintenance and improves overall system reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEight independent, galvanically isolated 4-20 mA DC input channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated HART protocol support (Versions 5, 6, and 7) for bidirectional digital communication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports redundant pair configurations for bumpless failover in critical control loops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-density architecture with dedicated per-channel microprocessing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinuous internal diagnostics for sensor burnout, short circuit detection, and hardware health monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeterministic data updates via the 2 Mbps redundant Module Fieldbus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FBM214 is designed for use in I\/A Series control systems where high-precision analog input and field device diagnostic data are required. Typical applications include monitoring pressure, flow, temperature, and level transmitters that utilize HART-enabled field instrumentation for advanced asset management and process control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFBM 214b (RH927AH)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoxboro by Schneider Electric\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModule Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHART Communication Analog Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 isolated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-20 mA DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHART Protocol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVersions 5, 6, 7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e+\/- 0.03% of span\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20 to +70 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to +85 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5 W (Max)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600 VAC (input-to-bus and input-to-ground)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Guidelines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure the control system is powered down before inserting or removing the module from the baseplate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse shielded twisted-pair cabling for all analog input connections to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure proper grounding of cable shields at the field termination assembly (FTA) or as specified by the plant grounding scheme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain adequate clearance around the module to ensure proper airflow and cooling, especially in high-density rack configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle the module using ESD-safe practices to prevent damage to internal electronic components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes this module support HART device configuration?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the FBM214 supports bidirectional HART communication, allowing for remote configuration and diagnostic data retrieval from field instruments directly through the Foxboro I\/A Series system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the FBM214 be used in redundant configurations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the module is designed to support redundant pair configurations, where a secondary module tracks the primary to provide seamless, bumpless failover in the event of a primary module fault.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50689187807484,"sku":"FBM214","price":172.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/wm_1_c75d73c5-ca0c-4607-b11a-145173c423d4.jpg?v=1785114619","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/ar\/products\/foxboro-i-a-series-fbm214-hart-communication-module","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}