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FCP280

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Foxboro FCP280 is a distributed field control processor for regulatory, logic, timing and sequential DCS control.
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Technical specifications for FCP280

  • Manufacturer:
    Invensys
  • Part Number:
    FCP280
  • Product Family:
    Foxboro
  • Product Type:
    Field Control Processor 280
  • Stock:
    1
  • Processor:
    ARM system-on-chip
  • Memory:
    128 MB SDRAM; 128 MB flash
  • Process I/O channels:
    Four HDLC PIO channels
  • Maximum FBMs:
    Up to 128, subject to mix and sizing
  • Minimum BPC:
    50 ms
  • Maximum configurable blocks:
    8,000 total; 7,993 user configurable
  • Power:
    24 VDC typical; 11 W maximum single module with redundant adapters
  • Control software:
    Control Core Services v9.0 or later
  • Dimensions:
    5.18 × 10.5 × 14.7 cm
  • Weight:
    0.8 kg
  • Tariff Code:
    8537109090
  • Country of origin:
    USA
  • Place of shipment:
    Xiamen, Fujian, China
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Overview Manuals Control Architecture Migration Planning Commissioning Application
  • Treat FCP280 as the functional model and verify RH924YA on the module label
  • Choose the dedicated baseplate and copper or fiber network adapters for the installation
  • Complete processor and fieldbus sizing before migrating an existing controller

Foxboro FCP280 is the functional designation for a distributed, optionally fault-tolerant field control processor.

The exact module part number is RH924YA, while baseplates and network adapters have separate order numbers.

Before replacement or migration, confirm Control Core software, database size, PIO loading, baseplate type, network media, controller role and fieldbus cabling.

Availability, condition, price, and shipping time for FCP280 are confirmed during quotation.

Foxboro FCP280 Manuals, Datasheets, Links

Important Notice: Other accessories, manuals, cables, calibration data, software, etc. are not included with this equipment unless listed in the above stock item description. All prices are shown in USD.

  • The processor executes regulatory, logic, timing and sequential control
  • Single and fault-tolerant configurations use dedicated FCP280 baseplates
  • Four PIO channels connect supported 100 and 200 Series field modules
  • Controller and fieldbus loading must be sized before migration
  • Baseplate type and network adapters must match the installation
  • Database, letterbug and time-source configuration must be preserved
  • Verify primary/shadow role and network-adapter health
  • Confirm every PIO channel and attached baseplate chain
  • Prove control execution, synchronization and recovery under controlled conditions
  • Distributed regulatory and sequential process control
  • Fault-tolerant control using a paired FCP280 configuration
  • Migration control for supported 100 and 200 Series field I/O
Description
Foxboro FCP280 executes regulatory, logic, timing and sequential control while communicating with supported field I/O through four HDLC PIO channels.

It can operate as a single controller or as a synchronized fault-tolerant pair, with network connectivity and interprocessor communication provided through its dedicated baseplate.

The processor supports distributed control and migration architectures that combine 100 and 200 Series modules, subject to documented sizing and fieldbus limits.
Alternative Names
FCP280 FCP 280 Foxboro FCP280 Invensys Foxboro FCP280 EcoStruxure Foxboro FCP280 Foxboro Evo FCP280 Invensys FCP280
Technical notes
FCP280 is the official functional designation and RH924YA is the exact processor module part number. Baseplate and network-adapter weights or dimensions are not module data.
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FAQS

The following is a list of questions commonly asked by our customers. Please contact us if you have a question about our process that is not answered below.
Can Foxboro FCP280 RH924YA be installed on any 200 Series baseplate?
No. Foxboro FCP280 RH924YA requires a compatible two-position FCP280 baseplate. Confirm the horizontal, vertical or dual-cable arrangement and the required copper or fiber network adapters before installation.
Can Foxboro FCP280 RH924YA replace an FCP270 without engineering changes?
Do not assume a direct swap. Verify the installed Foxboro DCS software, control-database sizing, baseplate, network adapters, fieldbus topology, migration hardware and the documented upgrade procedure.
What should be reviewed before adding more FBMs to Foxboro FCP280 RH924YA?
Review the mix of 100 Series and 200 Series FBMs, PIO distribution, fieldbus loading, block execution demand, scan periods and controller memory using the official sizing tools before expanding the system.
Can Foxboro FCP280 RH924YA continue operating if its host connection is unavailable?
Foxboro FCP280 RH924YA can support self-hosting when a valid local control database and the required software options are correctly configured. Confirm the recovery design and test autonomous startup before relying on this function.
Why might a fault-tolerant Foxboro FCP280 RH924YA pair fail to synchronize?
Check that both processors and firmware images are compatible, the modules occupy the dedicated fault-tolerant positions, the baseplate link is healthy and the configured roles, network adapters and synchronization diagnostics are correct.
What information must be archived before replacing Foxboro FCP280 RH924YA?
Archive the control database, software and image versions, letterbug, processor role, sizing report, block and scan settings, network configuration, time source, alarm state and every configured PIO and FBM path.
What acceptance testing is required after installing Foxboro FCP280 RH924YA?
Verify both control-network paths, all PIO channels and connected FBMs, control execution and timing, alarms, historian data and time synchronization. For a fault-tolerant pair, also test controlled role transfer and restart recovery.

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