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The Foxboro FCP280 is a high-performance multi-loop process controller designed for advanced regulatory control in complex industrial automation systems. Part of Foxboro’s EcoStruxure™ process automation portfolio, this DIN-rail mountable unit integrates up to 8 control loops with 16 universal inputs (RTD, TC, mA, mV) and 8 analog outputs. Engineered for critical applications in oil/gas, chemical, and power industries, it features dual-core processing for deterministic execution (scan time ≤100 ms) and supports redundant hot-swappable modules. The controller’s ruggedized design operates at -40°C to +70°C with 95% non-condensing humidity tolerance, while its SIL 3-certified architecture ensures fail-safe operation in safety-instrumented systems (SIS). Seamless integration with Foxboro I/A Series DCS via Modbus TCP, OPC UA, or FOUNDATION™ Fieldbus simplifies plant-wide control unification.
The FCP280 excels in mission-critical process control scenarios:
| Category | Parameter | Specification / Value | Notes / Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product Identity | Manufacturer | Schneider Electric / Foxboro | |
| Product Line | Foxboro Evo™ Process Automation System | ||
| Model | FCP280 | Field Control Processor (High Capacity) | |
| Status | Active Production (As of 2025) | Current flagship controller | |
| Core Performance | Processor | Dual/Quad-core 64-bit ARM® Cortex®-A53 | Scalable compute power |
| Execution Speed | < 50 ms (Typical for complex control loops) | Deterministic real-time execution | |
| Memory | 2 GB RAM / 4 GB Flash (Expandable via SD card) | Non-volatile storage for OS, apps, historization | |
| Max I/O Capacity | > 20,000 points per controller | Supports large-scale process units | |
| Function Block Capacity | > 50,000 blocks | PID loops, logic, sequencing, MPC | |
| I/O & Networks | Native I/O Support | None – Uses Remote I/O via: | |
| • Fieldbus Networks | FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 (31 devices/segment), Profibus DP | Primary process networks | |
| • High-Speed Backbone | Foxboro HSB (100 Mbps), EtherNet/IP™, Modbus TCP | For I/O chassis communication | |
| • Legacy Support | Foxboro I/A Series FBM I/O via converters | Migration compatibility | |
| Control Network Ports | 2x Gigabit Ethernet (redundant), 2x USB 3.0 | OPC UA, MQTT, REST API, engineering access | |
| Redundancy | Processor Redundancy | 1:1 Hot Standby (Automatic failover < 100 ms) | Zero control interruption |
| Power Supply | Redundant 24V DC inputs | ||
| Networks | Redundant HSB, FF H1, Ethernet | ||
| I/O Modules | Supports redundant FBM modules | ||
| Engineering | Configuration Software | Foxboro Control Core Services (CCS) | Unified engineering suite (Logic, HMI, Batch, Diagnostics) |
| Programming Languages | IEC 61131-3 (LD, FBD, SFC, ST, CFC), C/C++ | Advanced control via native code | |
| Advanced Control | Embedded Model Predictive Control (MPC), Fuzzy Logic, Batch Management | Optional libraries | |
| Security | Cybersecurity | IEC 62443-3-3 compliant: • Role-Based Access Control • Audit Trails • Secure Boot • TLS/OPC UA Security | Defense-in-depth architecture |
| Hardware Specs | Power Supply | 24 V DC (18 – 32 V DC range) | Redundant inputs standard |
| Power Consumption | 25 – 60 W (Depends on load) | ||
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +70°C | Conformal coating option for corrosive environments | |
| Humidity | 5 – 95% RH (non-condensing) | ||
| Enclosure Rating | IP20 (Mounts in control cabinet) | ||
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 200 mm × 44 mm × 160 mm | Compact for high-density installation | |
| Weight | 1.2 kg | ||
| Certifications | Functional Safety | IEC 61508 SIL 2 (Hardware), SIL 3 (with application constraints) | SFF > 90% |
| Hazardous Areas | ATEX / IECEx Zone 2 | Non-incendive | |
| EMC/Immunity | IEC 61326-1 (Industrial), IEC 61000-6-2 | Immunity to RFI/ESD | |
| Emissions | IEC 61000-6-4 | ||
| Environmental | RoHS 3, REACH | ||
| Key Features | High Availability | 99.999% uptime with full redundancy | |
| Scalability | Seamless integration with EcoStruxure™ Plant/Enterprise | Cloud analytics via Aveva PI | |
| Diagnostics | Predictive health monitoring, asset management integration | Reduces MTTR | |
| Virtualization Support | Hosts in VMware/KVM environments |
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