Product Short Description
Technical Specifications:
- Communication Protocols: Supports Modbus, PROFIBUS DP, Foundation Fieldbus, and other industrial protocols.
- Signal Conversion: Converts 10 Mbps Ethernet signals (used by control stations) to 2 Mbps signals (compatible with fieldbus modules).
- Redundancy: Operates in pairs for fault tolerance, ensuring uninterrupted data transfer.
- Channel Capacity: Each FCM10E (or pair) supports up to 30 fieldbus modules (FBMs).
- Power Requirements:
- Input Voltage: 24 VDC (±5%, -10% tolerance).
- Power Consumption: 7 W (max) at 24 VDC.
Description
- Environmental Specifications:
- Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C.
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +70°C.
- Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing).
- Altitude: -300 m to +3,000 m (operating), -300 m to +12,000 m (storage).
- Physical Dimensions:
- Height: 102 mm (4 inches) / 114 mm (4.5 inches, including mounting flanges).
- Width: 45 mm (1.75 inches).
- Depth: 104 mm (4.11 inches).
- Weight: Approx. 284 g (10 oz).
- Mechanical Design: Rugged extruded aluminum casing for physical protection, compatible with DIN-rail or rack-mounted installations.
Functional Features:
- Protocol Flexibility: Enables integration of diverse field devices into a unified control network.
- Signal Isolation: Provides electrical isolation between the Ethernet backbone and fieldbus modules to prevent interference.
- Redundant Operation: Dual-module configuration ensures continuous operation even if one module fails.
- Diagnostics: LED indicators on the module panel display network activity, read/write status, and operational alerts.
- Hot-Swapping: Modules can be replaced without disconnecting power or communication cables, minimizing downtime.
- Environmental Resistance: Meets ISA Standard S71.04 for harsh environments, including vibration (0.75 g, 5–200 Hz) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) compliance (EN 50081-2, EN 50082-2).
Application Scenarios:
- Process Control: Connects field devices (e.g., temperature sensors, pressure transmitters) to DCS in chemical plants, refineries, and power generation facilities.
- Water Treatment: Links pump station PLCs to central SCADA systems, reducing energy consumption by up to 18% (as demonstrated in a sewage treatment plant).
- Manufacturing: Facilitates real-time data exchange between robots, CNC machines, and quality control systems.
- Oil & Gas: Integrates with emergency shutdown (ESD) systems for safe operation in hazardous areas (certified for ATEX Zone 2).
- Building Automation: Controls HVAC, lighting, and security systems in commercial and industrial facilities.
Key Advantages:
- Reliability: Redundant design and fault tolerance minimize system failures.
- Scalability: Supports up to 30 FBMs per module pair, accommodating expanding automation needs.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Reduces installation and maintenance costs through hot-swapping and integrated diagnostics.
- Safety Compliance: Meets global standards (CE, UL, ATEX) for use in explosive atmospheres.
- Energy Efficiency: Optimized power consumption for lower operational costs.
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