{"product_id":"foxboro-fcp280-rh924yf-schneider-electric-field-control-processor","title":"FOXBORO FCP280 RH924YF Schneider Electric Field Control Processor","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFCP280 (RH924YF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eby Schneider Electric is a high-performance field control processor designed for the Foxboro I\/A Series and EcoStruxure Foxboro Distributed Control Systems. This single (non-redundant) module delivers robust processing capability for managing thousands of field I\/O points, executing advanced control logic, and maintaining seamless network communication in demanding industrial environments. Its design ensures reliability, precision, and compatibility with existing Foxboro installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Processing Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTwice the computation speed of previous Foxboro models, supporting complex control loops and extensive logic processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Capacity Control Database:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHandles up to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10,000 control blocks\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for large-scale plant automation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Network Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCompatible with Fieldbus Modules (FBMs) and \"The Mesh\" high-speed network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCybersecurity Ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBuilt-in security protocols safeguard control operations from unauthorized access and cyber threats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackward Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIntegrates with legacy I\/A Series systems, facilitating phased upgrades without full system replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-speed RISC CPU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRuntime Memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128 MB SDRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirmware Storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e128 MB Flash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNVRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 MB (retains critical data on power loss)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReal-Time Clock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-precision, SNTP-synchronized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication \u0026amp; Networking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl Network:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDual 100 Mbps Ethernet ports via The Mesh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eField I\/O:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2 Mbps HDLC for standard FBMs; 100 Mbps fiber optic for high-speed expansion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Sync Accuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWithin\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1ms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eacross the network\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Scan Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e10ms for fast regulatory loops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum FBM Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e128 modules (dependent on configuration)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironmental Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5% to 95% non-condensing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVibration \u0026amp; Shock:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCompliant with standard industrial and seismic conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngress Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIP20\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Form Factor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCompatible with standard horizontal DIN-rail baseplates (e.g., RH924XA\/RH924XB)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStatus Indicators:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFront-panel LEDs display operational health, network activity, and module role (single\/primary)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRugged metal housing designed for harsh industrial conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFCP280 (RH924YF)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eserves as the central intelligence in a DCS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpstream Communication:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTransmits process data and alarms to Operator Workstations and Historian servers via The Mesh network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownstream Communication:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eReceives sensor data through FBMs and sends control outputs (analog, digital, HART) to field actuators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRedundancy Consideration:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFor critical continuous processes, consider dual redundant FCP280 units for failover reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ \u0026amp; Product Comparison\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this FCP280 replace older controllers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it is backward-compatible with FCP270 and earlier I\/A Series controllers, enabling phased system upgrades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the difference between RH924YF and redundant FCP280?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: RH924YF is a single module; redundant systems deploy two FCP280 processors to ensure zero-downtime failover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What environments is it suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Designed for chemical, oil \u0026amp; gas, and power generation plants with standard industrial temperature, humidity, and vibration ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimilar Models:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFCP270 (older generation, lower processing power), FCP280 Redundant (dual-module for high-availability systems)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FOXBORO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44114230935651,"sku":"RH924YF","price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/2775\/3315\/files\/FOXBORORH924YF-3.jpg?v=1776072599","url":"https:\/\/precisemodule.com\/products\/foxboro-fcp280-rh924yf-schneider-electric-field-control-processor","provider":"Precise Module Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}