FCP280 RH924YA
FCP280 RH924YAFoxboro (Schneider Electric) EcoStruxure Field Control Processor Module
Model Interpretation:
- “FCP280”: Denotes “Field Control Processor 280” (3rd-gen distributed controller for Foxboro DCS).
- “RH924YA”: Hardware identifier specifying Arm Cortex-A15 core, enhanced I/O capacity, and dual-network redundancy.
2. Product Description
The FCP280 RH924YA is an industrial-grade field control processor engineered by Foxboro (now part of Schneider Electric) for distributed process control and data acquisition in safety-critical industrial systems across oil & gas, petrochemicals, power generation, and chemical processing. As the core of the EcoStruxure Foxboro DCS, its core functions include:
- Executing multi-loop regulatory control, logic control (ladder/function block), timing sequences, and batch processing algorithms.
- Acquiring real-time data from 100/200-series Fieldbus Modules (FBMs) via HDLC fieldbuses and transmitting it to the DCS control network.
- Providing built-in alarm detection, event logging, and diagnostic reporting to support predictive maintenance and process optimization.
Key technical strengths:

- Patented Fault Tolerance: Optional dual-processor configuration ensures ≤10ms failover, eliminating process interruptions in critical applications .
- High Scalability: Supports up to 128 FBMs (analog/digital I/O modules) and 2048 I/O points, adapting to small-to-large-scale systems .
- Secure & Fast Communication: 100Mbps Ethernet (fiber/copper) with ISA EDSA security certification, plus 4 independent HDLC fieldbus channels (2Mbps) .
- Harsh Environment Suitability: G3 contamination rating and -40°C to 70°C operating range, ideal for offshore platforms and chemical plants .
3. Product Parameters
| Parameter Category | Specific Specifications |
|---|---|
| Processing & Memory | CPU: Arm Cortex-A15 (1.2GHz) ;
RAM: 2GB DDR3 (battery-backed) ; Flash Storage: 4GB (non-volatile for control logic) ; Control Execution Speed: 100ms/100 loops (regulatory control) |
| I/O & Fieldbus | FBM Capacity: Up to 128 (100/200-series mixed) ;
Fieldbus Channels: 4 independent HDLC ports ; Fieldbus Speed: 2Mbps (200-series FBMs), 268kbps (100-series FBMs) ; Max I/O Points: 2048 discrete/analog |
| Communication | Network Interface: 2×100Mbps Ethernet (RJ45/fiber SFP) ;
Serial Ports: 2×RS-232, 1×RS-485 ; Protocols: Modbus RTU/TCP, PROFINET, HART, Foxboro proprietary HDLC |
| Electrical Ratings | Power Supply: 24V DC ±10% (redundant input) ;
Power Consumption: 15W (single), 28W (fault-tolerant dual) ; Isolation: 2500V AC (fieldbus-to-Ethernet) |
| Environmental Limits | Operating Temp: -40°C ~ 70°C ;
Storage Temp: -55°C ~ 85°C ; Humidity: 5%–95% RH (non-condensing) ; Vibration Resistance: 2g RMS (10–500Hz, IEC 60068-2-6) |
| Safety & Compliance | Certifications: CE, UL 508, ISA EDSA (network security) ;
Contamination Rating: G3 ; MTBF: ≥300,000 hours (Telcordia SR-332, 25°C) |
4. Product Specifications
4.1 Physical & Mechanical
- Dimensions (H × W × D): 152mm × 102mm × 220mm (with baseplate) ;
- Mounting Type: Foxboro FCP280 dedicated baseplate (horizontal/vertical rack mount) ;
- Weight: 200g (single module), 450g (fault-tolerant dual module) ;








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