{"product_id":"foxboro-i-a-series-fcp270-p0917yz-field-control-processor","title":"Foxboro FCP270 P0917YZ I\/A Series Field Control Processor","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Foxboro FCP270 (P0917YZ) is a high-performance Field Control Processor engineered for the I\/A Series distributed control system. It provides robust regulatory, logic, timing, and sequential control capabilities, alongside integrated data acquisition and alarming functions. Designed for demanding environments such as oil refining, petrochemical processing, and power generation, the FCP270 facilitates seamless communication with the Mesh control network via fiber optic or copper media, offering superior control loop density and faster execution cycles compared to legacy processors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-speed RISC-based processor architecture for complex control tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFault-tolerant design supporting hot-swapping for continuous process availability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedundant configuration support with bumpless transfer between primary and tracker modules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterfaces with Series 200 Fieldbus Modules (FBMs) via redundant 2 Mbps or 267 Kbps HDLC fieldbus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated self-diagnostics for real-time monitoring of processor health, memory, and port status.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis processor is widely utilized in critical infrastructure applications where high availability and reliability are required. It is suitable for large-scale plant automation, process control migration projects, and systems requiring seamless integration with existing Series 200 I\/O infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFCP270 (P0917YZ)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessor Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-speed RISC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMemory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128 MB SDRAM, 128 MB Flash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl Network\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Mbps Ethernet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFieldbus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHDLC (2 Mbps \/ 267 Kbps)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Input\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 VDC Nominal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 W Max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 to 60 deg C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 to 95 percent (Non-condensing)\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 FCP270 module.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle the module using proper ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) precautions to prevent damage to internal circuitry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify that the module is correctly seated in the baseplate to ensure reliable electrical contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoute communication cables away from high-EMI sources to maintain signal integrity on the Mesh network and HDLC fieldbus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure adequate ventilation in the cabinet to maintain operating temperatures within the specified 0 to 60 deg C range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the FCP270 hot-swappable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the FCP270 supports hot-swapping, allowing for module replacement without shutting down the entire control process, provided it is installed in a redundant configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this module replace older Foxboro processors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FCP270 is designed to be compatible with existing Series 200 FBM infrastructure, making it an ideal choice for system upgrades and migrations from legacy I\/A Series processors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the primary communication interface for this module?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FCP270 communicates with the plant control network via 100 Mbps Ethernet and manages I\/O communication through a redundant HDLC fieldbus.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxboro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50733908132092,"sku":"FCP270 P0917YZ","price":172.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/9983\/1292\/files\/wm_1_bffe7311-bc9c-43ab-aff5-82c2fe0f4945.jpg?v=1785287538","url":"https:\/\/www.electronicplc.com\/products\/foxboro-i-a-series-fcp270-p0917yz-field-control-processor","provider":"Electronic PLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}